Cebu Mayor Denies Graft in Colon Night Market Case
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival refutes graft allegations over the 2025 Colon Street Night Market, asserting all permits were followed. The Ombudsman case involves P3.1M in fees.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival refutes graft allegations over the 2025 Colon Street Night Market, asserting all permits were followed. The Ombudsman case involves P3.1M in fees.
Cebu Province plans a P1.6-billion Smart Digital School program, funded by property taxes and SEF, to build modern facilities across LGUs. Read about the design and funding.
The Cebu Provincial Board schedules a special session on Jan. 7 for the third reading of the 2026 budget. Learn about the timeline and what a reenacted budget means for the province.
Former Mandaue City mayor Jonas Cortes refutes circulating disqualification rumors, clarifying a Comelec division ruling is not final. He urges the public to trust legal processes.
The Commission on Elections clarifies that the House of Representatives holds exclusive authority to call a special election for the late Antipolo Rep. Romeo Acop's seat. Learn the latest updates here.
Zamboanga City's BPLO grants special permits to just three fireworks retailers from Dec 23, 2025 to Jan 6, 2026. Authorities seize illegal vendor items, urging safe New Year celebrations.
Myanmar's multiparty 2025 general election started on Dec 28. The historic vote uses a new MMP system and electronic machines across three phases. Follow the latest updates.
DOLE reminds private employers of correct holiday pay rates for Rizal Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day 2025. Ensure compliance with Labor Advisory 17-2025.
The Bacolod City Council will hold a special session on Dec. 29 to authorize Mayor Gasataya to sign P440 million in environmental service contracts for 2026, ensuring uninterrupted garbage collection and landfill management.
The Comelec announces a technology fair for early 2026 to assess the latest automated election systems, focusing on ease of use, accuracy, and transparency. Read more.
A special counsel in South Korea demands a 10-year sentence for impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on obstruction charges. The court's verdict is expected in January 2026. Read the full details.
A police operation in Cebu City turned violent as a suspect opened fire on officers serving a warrant. One man was shot, and authorities recovered suspected shabu and a firearm. Read the full report.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
NBI-Central Visayas assures equal treatment for contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers detained over a P96.5M flood control anomaly. Justice Secretary Vida's directive aims to restore public trust in the justice system.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Cebu Rep. Edu Rama files HB 4353 to provide subsidies, therapy vouchers, and tax deductions for families of children with special needs. The bill seeks to expand SPED schools and inter-agency support.
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City suffer severe damage from Typhoon Tino, forcing satellite registration for new voters to be postponed. Read about the recovery efforts and 2026 election preparations.
A Davao City center provides free therapy for over 1,000 children with autism and cerebral palsy. Parents share stories of transformation and hope this Christmas season. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
President Marcos signs proclamation adding 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu to the West Cebu Industrial Park-Special Economic Zone, boosting investment and development. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. designates 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu for the West Cebu Industrial Park-SEZ, boosting jobs and decentralized growth. Read the full details.
Cebu City Council suspends earth material hauling on Binaliw Road due to road damage and environmental hazards. Read the full report on the council's resolution and findings.
DOLE releases pay rules for the Dec 8 special non-working holiday. Workers get extra 30% pay, 50% if it's their rest day. Check the details now.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
A complaint alleges Senator Rodante Marcoleta violated election law by not declaring campaign donors in his SoCE. The case was filed with the Comelec on December 5, 2025.
Senator Rodante Marcoleta is accused of violating election laws by allegedly falsifying his campaign finance report. Read the full details of the complaint.
Pampanga Rep. Carmelo 'Pogi' Lazatin Jr. files HB 6504, seeking a ₱50,000 tax deduction for parents of CSNs/YSNs to cover therapy, education, and medical costs. Learn about the bill's details and its potential impact on Filipino families.
The Commission on Elections has dismissed former governor Gwendolyn Garcia's election protest questioning Pamela Baricuatro's victory in the May 2025 polls. Read the full details of the decision.