Cebu warns vs panic buying, sets 3-day grocery limit
Cebu City Councilor urges calm amid supply concerns, implementing 3-day grocery limits while assuring sufficient food and medicine stocks. Learn the latest guidelines.
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Major Oil Price Hike Hits Philippines November 4
Major oil companies announce significant price hikes for petroleum products starting November 4, with diesel and gasoline prices expected to rise substantially.
Cebu Pacific leases Bulgaria Air jets for holiday season
Cebu Pacific boosts its aircraft fleet by leasing two Airbus A320s from Bulgaria Air to handle increased passenger demand during the December holiday season, ensuring more flights and better connectivity.
Davao's Remote Barangays Emerge as MSME Powerhouses
Discover how micro-enterprises are transforming Davao City's once-isolated communities into thriving economic hubs, creating jobs and opportunities where few existed before.
Arthaland Ratifies ₱2.5B Cebu Land Acquisition
Leading sustainable developer Arthaland strengthens Cebu portfolio with strategic ₱2.5 billion land purchase, signaling strong confidence in Central Visayas property growth.
Aboitiz Power Buys 25% Stake in Vietnam Power Plant
Philippines' Aboitiz Power Corporation makes strategic move into Vietnam's energy market with major investment in ₱6.8 billion thermal power facility, marking significant international expansion.
PH Investment Boom Amid China Manufacturing Shift
Discover why international investors are pivoting to the Philippines amid China shifts. Cebu emerges as top destination for manufacturing and BPO sectors with competitive advantages.
Philippines Trade Deficit Shrinks 14.7% in September
The Philippines' trade gap narrowed significantly to $3.99 billion in September 2023, marking a 14.7% improvement as exports showed resilience while imports moderated, signaling positive economic adjustments.
Philippines Launches National Sports Tourism Committee
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. establishes a new committee to harness sports as a driver for tourism growth and economic development across the Philippines.
Cebu Launches Sports Tourism Development Committee
Cebu establishes a groundbreaking inter-agency committee to develop sports tourism, creating new economic opportunities and positioning the region as a premier sports destination in the Philippines.
Aboitiz Construction Celebrates 50 Years in Philippines
Discover how Aboitiz Construction marks five decades of resilience, innovation, and nation-building with major infrastructure projects across the Philippines.
Vivant Wins 3 Golden Arrow Awards for Governance
Cebu-based Vivant Corporation achieves remarkable recognition, securing three Golden Arrow Awards for exemplary corporate governance practices and transparency standards.
P11M Fake Cigarettes Seized in Cebu Raid
Authorities confiscate counterfeit cigarettes valued at P11 million in Cebu City operation. Four suspects arrested in major anti-smuggling crackdown by CIDG operatives.
Northern Cebu Infrastructure Gets Rapid Repair Boost
Government accelerates rehabilitation of critical infrastructure in Northern Cebu, bringing faster relief and improved services to affected communities through streamlined processes.
Lapu-Lapu seizes 3 tons of meat in safety operation
Lapu-Lapu City authorities confiscate 3,000 kilograms of questionable meat products in a decisive public health operation, ensuring food safety standards.
Cebu-DPWH Partnership to Fast-Track Infrastructure Rehab
Cebu Provincial Government and DPWH-7 join forces to fast-track critical infrastructure rehabilitation, enhancing project coordination and implementation efficiency across Central Visayas.
Simala Shrine: A Pilgrimage That Brings Us Home
Discover how the Simala Shrine in Sibonga, Cebu has become more than a religious site - it's a spiritual homecoming that strengthens faith and community bonds.
BIR Raid Nets ₱1.3M Untaxed Cigarettes in Cebu
In a major enforcement operation, BIR agents confiscated over 2,000 packs of untaxed cigarettes worth ₱1.3 million from a Mandaue City warehouse, cracking down on tax evasion.
P83-M infra projects transform Isabela City village
Kumalarang village in Isabela City, Basilan receives massive P83-million infrastructure upgrade including farm-to-market roads and drainage systems to boost agriculture and flood control.
Basilan plantation explosion suspect surrenders
A prime suspect in the Basilan rubber plantation explosion that injured two workers has surrendered to police, marking a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the security incident at the agricultural facility.
Davao Durian Breaks Into Chinese Market
Davao's famous durian achieves unprecedented market access in China, creating new economic opportunities for Filipino farmers and exporters. Discover how this tropical fruit is conquering Chinese palates.
Northern Cebu Tourism Unaffected by Recent Earthquake
Discover how Northern Cebu's tourism industry remains strong with key destinations like Bantayan Island and Malapascua operating normally despite the recent earthquake. Learn which areas were affected and current safety updates.
World Bank Withdraws from Cebu BRT Project
The World Bank's sudden withdrawal from the Cebu BRT project deals a devastating blow to the city's traffic decongestion plans, leaving officials scrambling for alternative funding.
Cebu Tourism: Major Work Ahead for Full Recovery
Cebu's tourism industry faces significant challenges in 2024 with visitor numbers still below pre-pandemic levels. Discover the recovery roadmap focusing on infrastructure, marketing, and sustainability.
Cebu's Golden Era for Entrepreneurs: Start Now!
Discover why Cebu has become a prime destination for entrepreneurs with growing government support, digital transformation, and abundant opportunities across various sectors.
Bacolod Workers Face Unpaid Wages, Wrongful Dismissals
DOLE Bacolod reports alarming surge in labor complaints with unpaid salaries and illegal terminations dominating cases. Workers seek justice as employment disputes escalate.
Tagum Family Grows Tablea Startup Into Success Story
Discover how a Davao-based family transformed their passion for traditional tablea into a thriving business, preserving heritage while creating sustainable livelihoods for local cocoa farmers.
Cebu Court Ruling Shakes Gig Economy: Riders as Employees
A groundbreaking court ruling in Cebu challenges the gig economy model, ordering companies to recognize delivery riders as regular employees with full benefits and job security.
Cebu's Kalag-Kalag Rush: Travel Fear Yields to Tradition
Cebu's travel industry sees remarkable recovery as Filipinos overcome pandemic fears to celebrate Undas 2023. Neri Travel reports unprecedented booking surge for domestic flights and bus tickets.
DPWH Cebu Admits Delays, Sets 2026 Deadline
The Department of Public Works and Highways in Cebu admits to project setbacks but commits to completing vital infrastructure by 2026, addressing transparency and accountability concerns.
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