Metro Cebu Electricity Rates to Increase in June
Residential consumers in Metro Cebu may face higher electricity bills in June due to supply shortage in the Visayas Grid, high demand, and rising generation costs.
Residential consumers in Metro Cebu may face higher electricity bills in June due to supply shortage in the Visayas Grid, high demand, and rising generation costs.
Councilor Dave Tumulak clarifies that delayed salaries for hundreds of JO employees at Cebu City Hall are due to procedural bottlenecks, not a single official or office.
The Bureau of Customs filed criminal complaints against five cargo forwarding firms for fraudulent activities involving 3,176 abandoned balikbayan boxes found at various ports nationwide.
The UAAP has suspended coaches involved in the Aurora training camp following the deaths of two varsity players, pending investigation results.
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RecommendedDENR's Permitting on Wheels service in Cebu City offers same-day environmental permits, reducing travel and processing delays. An exhibit highlights 22 protected areas in Central Visayas.
The Western Mindanao Naval Command intercepted smuggled foreign cigarettes worth P93.89 million in two separate operations in Sulu waters on June 18, 2026.
The NCR wage board vows to consider all insights from the public hearing on minimum wage determination, with 14 petitions proposing increases from P200 to P842.
Gov. Baricuatro confirms 15 contingents for Festival of Festivals with P20M budget, P1M subsidy each, and first-come-first-served slots.
PhilHealth monitors over 30 patients with bone fractures from the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao, providing medical assistance under All Case Rates and Z Benefits.
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RecommendedThe local government has finalized plans for several infrastructure projects aimed at improving transportation and public utilities in the region.
Davao Light's residential rate increased to P12.30/kWh from P10.35/kWh due to higher WESM prices, driven by tight power supply conditions.
The BSP praised DOLE for encouraging employers to promote financial planning, savings, microinsurance, and PERA among workers to enhance financial health and inclusion.
Davao City expands free cessation services and enforcement during National Non-Smoking Month, targeting increased vape use among youth aged 18-25.
Over 500 former rebels in Davao Region will gain livelihoods through cacao farming and forest protection, supported by Opapru and local governments.
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RecommendedAteneo de Davao University clarifies it did not authorize any use of its name, logo, or trademarks for merchandise or fundraising related to the Rene tragedy.
ePLDT introduces an AI-driven Next-Gen Contact Center as a Service, enhancing customer experience with virtual assistants handling 40-50% of inquiries and boosting agent productivity by 20-30%.
The Office of the Ombudsman believes international coordination through the Southeast Asian Ombudsman Forum will help expedite asset forfeiture abroad in flood control corruption cases.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon expressed dismay over the slow progress of a flood control project at UP-PGH, which is only 16% complete since December 2024.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin may discuss building a floating nuclear power plant in the Philippines, as the country aims to enter nuclear energy.
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RecommendedPhilippines expects more Russian tourists as airlines seek direct flights to key destinations, enhancing tourism and diversifying visitor sources beyond China, South Korea, and US.
Industry players support DOE's push for electric vehicles, showcased at the 10th Philippine International Motor Show 2026 with 17 global brands.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said no final agreement with Russia on petroleum supply. Philippines seeks alternative sources while Russia is open to expanding ties.
Aboitiz Equity Ventures (AEV) makes the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 for the third year, highlighting its resilient portfolio and strategic growth.
Cebu City delays waste disposal at Binaliw landfill despite EMB 7 clearance, citing group objections and pending review. Daily hauling costs P2 million to Aloguinsan.
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RecommendedThe Department of Education approved P720 million for 69 new classrooms across three Mandaue City schools, benefiting over 8,200 students.
Cebu Provincial Government, DOTr, and LTFRB signed an agreement on June 17, 2026, to launch Tabang Pangbyahe, the Philippines' first local government-led bus subsidy program targeting improved public transport in Metro Cebu.
Taiwan intensifies tourism promotion in the Philippines after record 627,000 Filipino visitors in 2025, with visa-free policy and new campaigns driving growth.
Austin Reaves is expected to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers even if it means a slightly lower salary on a new five-year, $239 million deal, prioritizing team building with Luka Doncic.
Pag-IBIG Fund lowers housing loan rates for homes up to P10M under the Expanded 4PH Program, with rates as low as 4.5% for loans up to P2.5M, effective until Dec. 31, 2026.
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RecommendedOil prices are expected to roll back significantly next week, with diesel dropping by up to P9.50 per liter and gasoline by P5, due to the US-Iran peace agreement reopening the Strait of Hormuz.