MinDA seeks stronger interagency fight vs illicit tobacco trade
MinDA Chairperson Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno urged stronger interagency coordination to combat illicit tobacco trade in Mindanao, citing vast terrain and porous coastlines.
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Philippine GIR at $104B in May, BOP swings to surplus
The Philippines' gross international reserves stood at $104 billion in May, covering 6.7 months of imports, while the balance of payments posted a $131 million surplus.
Davao City honors 3 centenarians with P100,000 each
Davao City's CSWDO awarded P100,000 each to three centenarians on June 19, 2026, with Mayor Sebastian Duterte personally delivering the plaques and cash.
JCI launches water, livelihood project for 525 Badjao families
At least 525 Badjao families in Cebu City will benefit from a new clean water and livelihood project launched by JCI Cebu and JCI Japan, funded by a ¥2 million grant.
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Fuel prices vary across Davao Region; Davao City high
Davao City recorded among the highest average fuel prices for premium gasoline and diesel in the Davao Region during June 16-22, according to DOE-MFO monitoring.
Davao del Sur farmers get 10-kg rice aid under Biyayang Bigas
Thousands of vulnerable farming families in Davao del Sur receive 10-kg rice packs under the Biyayang Bigas program, funded by a ₱77-million LGSF Food Assistance Program.
Argao Bridge Gets Access Road Funding After Delay
DPWH secures P51 million for Argao Bridge access roads after public outcry over unfinished structure completed in 2023.
Cebu Vendor Coalition Demands Fair Accreditation at Carbon Market
A new coalition of vendors and small business operators is calling on the Cebu City Government to ensure fair and transparent accreditation at Carbon Public Market, citing politicking and favoritism.
NIA turns over P66M irrigation projects to Cebu farmers
The National Irrigation Administration turned over nine communal irrigation systems worth P66 million to farmer associations in Cebu on June 16, 2026.
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9 die from leptospirosis in Quezon City from Jan to June 2026
Nine people have died from leptospirosis in Quezon City from January 1 to June 18, 2026, with 66 total cases reported, according to the QCESD.
Big Oil Price Rollback Expected Next Week
Fuel prices in the Philippines may drop by up to P11 per liter next week as US-Iran relations improve, but uncertainty remains over peace talks.
P180B fund for Mindanao quake rehab – Gatchalian
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian says nearly P180 billion is available for Mindanao earthquake rehabilitation, urging faster release of funds.
Discaya luxury cars auction set June 29 by BIR
The BIR will auction four luxury vehicles owned by the Discaya couple on June 29, with a total value of P26.14 million, to expedite tax collection.
No work, no pay for high officials proposed in Senate
A Senate bill seeks to implement no work, no pay for high government officials including the President, VP, lawmakers, and cabinet secretaries when absent without valid reason.
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Business Lessons from the 'Next Point, Next Play' Mindset
Learn four powerful business lessons from adopting a 'next point, next play' mindset, as shared by an entrepreneur who recovered from setbacks and built momentum.
BSP Extends Loan Repayment to 7 Years for Salary Loans
The BSP has extended the maximum repayment period for salary-based general-purpose consumption loans from three to seven years under Circular 1239, effective June 18, 2026.
Cebu exporters oppose wage hike, urge VAT cut on food, fuel
Cebu exporters oppose a nationwide wage hike, arguing the government should first reduce VAT on essential items to combat inflation, warning of job losses and competitiveness risks.
Cebu City SRP Transfer Station Crisis: Ramp System and Solutions
Cebu City proposes a P204M no-touch ground policy for SRP transfer station, but long-term solution requires reopening Binaliw landfill with environmental compliance.
DSWD 7 Gives P5,000 Cash Relief to Move It Drivers
DSWD 7 distributed P5,000 cash relief to 32,149 motorcycle taxi drivers, including Move It, under AICS program in Cebu from June 15-18, 2026.
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NIA 7 turns over P66-M irrigation systems to Cebu farmers
The National Irrigation Administration 7 handed over nine communal irrigation systems worth P66 million to farming associations in Cebu, with Carcar City receiving the largest share.
Argao Bridge Approach Roads Funded After Three-Year Delay
The P106-million Argao Bridge in Cebu, unused since August 2023, will finally get approach roads with P51 million in 2026 GAA funding, aiming for completion by February 2027.
P110-M Kawasan Falls rehab begins, site stays open
The Cebu Provincial Government is implementing a P110-million rehabilitation program for Kawasan Falls in Badian, keeping the site open to tourists while restoring areas damaged by typhoon Tino.
PDEA: 10,540 drug personalities availed of Balay Silangan
PDEA reports 10,540 drug personalities availed of Balay Silangan, with 2,798 graduates employed or with livelihood as of May 2026.
40 tons expired frozen meat worth ₱4.5M seized in Bacolor
Authorities seized 40 tons of expired frozen meat worth ₱4.5 million in a raid on a processing facility in Bacolor, Pampanga, arresting two individuals for food safety violations.
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Drug Suspect Arrested, Shabu and Firearms Seized in Sulu
A high-value drug personality was arrested in Sulu on June 21, 2026, with 50 grams of shabu worth P340,000 and multiple firearms seized during a joint law enforcement operation.
1103rd Brigade Holds NCO Empowerment Forum and Workshop
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade conducted an NCO Empowerment Forum and Workshop on June 20, 2026, to enhance leadership, troop welfare, and professional growth.
Cebu Spent P43B on Flood Control But Key Projects Unfinished
Cebu spent over P43 billion on flood control from 2016-2025, but critical interventions from a 2017 master plan, like detention basins and dams, remain largely unimplemented.
DepEd, OP Launch Free School Bags and Books for Grades K-3
DepEd and the Office of the President launched a nationwide program providing free school bags, supplies, and storybooks to public school learners from Kindergarten to Grade 3 to improve literacy.
956 Cebu City Workers Face Salary Delays Amid Political Blame
Nearly 1,000 job order and project-based employees in Cebu City have not been paid for months, with officials trading blame over the backlog.
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Lapu-Lapu Job Fair: 181 Hired on the Spot from 830 Applicants
The 65th Lapu-Lapu City Charter Day Job Fair drew 830 applicants, resulting in 181 on-the-spot hires across local and overseas industries, with women accounting for 107 hires.
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