OSTRA-Union Marks First Independent Labor Day
OSTRA-Union celebrated its first Labor Day as an independent union, implementing reforms like halved dues and a cooperative loan program. Wage negotiations are pending.
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Cebu Labor Day 2026: 1,000 Join Peaceful Protest
Around 1,000 workers and progressive groups held a peaceful protest in Cebu City on May 1, 2026, demanding higher wages and job security. Police reported no incidents.
Cebu City Approves LPTRP to End Chaotic Jeepney Routes
Cebu City Council approves the Local Public Transport Route Plan to reorganize jeepney routes, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and improve public transport efficiency.
Cebu Flood Control: P7B Plan for 7 Rivers
DPWH proposes P7B 4-in-1 projects for 7 major rivers in Cebu to address flooding, water supply, irrigation, and power. Feasibility studies first, construction may start in 2027.
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Women-Led Group Transforms Muddy Road into Concrete Path
A women-led organization in Barangay Lipata turned a perilous muddy road into a concrete access road, improving livelihoods and emergency access for 181 households.
Cebu Board Urges Regularization of Tourism Officers
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution urging local executives to regularize tourism officers and upgrade offices into full departments to boost tourism development.
DSWD and VSU Partner to Boost Livelihood Program in Eastern Visayas
DSWD Eastern Visayas and Visayas State University signed a MOA to strengthen the Sustainable Livelihood Program, aiming to empower micro-entrepreneurs through capacity-building and technical assistance.
Affordable Homes in People's Ville: A Dream Come True for Filipinos
Virtual assistant Divine Lomanta and former teacher Sheila Daigdigan share how People's Ville, part of the 4PH program, provides affordable housing with low monthly payments.
Philippine Labor Groups Demand Wealth Tax, Wage Hike on Labor Day
On Labor Day 2026, Philippine labor groups renewed calls for a wealth tax and wage hike, citing extreme inequality and urging systemic change beyond ritualistic protests.
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NMP Reduces Assessors Course Fee to P8,000
The National Maritime Polytechnic cuts training fees for the Assessors Course from P11,400 to P8,000, enhancing accessibility for Filipino seafarers and supporting global competitiveness.
Bacolod Mayor Seeks Fuel Subsidy for Drivers, Farmers
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya requests the inclusion of 10,551 drivers and 410 farmers in the national fuel subsidy program to ease financial burdens and stabilize public transport.
Lapu-Lapu City gives P3,000 fuel aid to 464 fishermen
Lapu-Lapu City distributed P3,000 each to 464 fishermen and banca operators to offset rising fuel costs, totaling P1.39 million in assistance.
John Labrador Tops Electrical Engineer Exam
John Labrador, a 24-year-old from Lapu-Lapu City, topped the April 2026 Registered Electrical Engineer Licensure Examination with a rating of 94.25 percent, crediting discipline, faith, and strong support systems.
BARMM Investment Hits P5.1B in Q2 2026, Surpasses 2025 Total
The Bangsamoro Board of Investments approved P2.6B in new projects, boosting total investments to P5.1B in Q2 2026, exceeding the 2025 full-year total and generating thousands of jobs.
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Philippines Celebrates Labor Day Honoring Workers
Labor Day was celebrated on May 1, 2026, honoring workers' heroism. The holiday traces back to the 1886 Chicago strike for an 8-hour workday.
P884K Shabu Seized in Lanao del Sur Buy-Bust
Authorities arrested a high-value target and seized P884,000 worth of suspected shabu in a buy-bust operation in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur.
Truckers Seek Synchronized Truck Ban in Mandaue
Truckers in Mandaue City push for synchronized truck ban schedules with neighboring LGUs to ease delivery delays amid fuel crisis, not a total ban removal.
Court Denies Injunction on Carbon Market Redevelopment
The Cebu City RTC denied a petition to halt the Megawide-Cebu City JVA for Carbon Market redevelopment, citing failure to meet injunctive requirements.
Cebu City Approves New Public Transport System
Cebu City Council approves a new transport plan limiting traditional jeepneys to 40 specific routes and 1,013 units, aiming to reduce traffic and support the upcoming CBRT.
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Cebu Province to Standardize Truck Ban Hours to Ease Logistics
Cebu Province plans unified truck ban hours across 44 towns and 6 cities to ease delivery delays, cut costs, and curb inflation, following business warnings of a logistical chokehold.
Cebu Launches First Provincial Service Contracting Transport
Cebu province seeks approval for 'Tabang Pambiyahe,' a first-of-its-kind transport program using service contracting instead of the boundary system, aiming to improve public transit before May 15, 2026.
DepEd, DOLE Launch Green Lanes for SHS Graduates at Job Fairs
DepEd and DOLE opened dedicated green lanes at Labor Day job fairs nationwide to accelerate entry of Senior High School graduates into the workforce, providing over 230,000 jobs.
Opascor Union Marks First Independent Labor Day with Reforms
Ostra-Union celebrated its first Labor Day as an independent union, cutting monthly dues in half and launching a cooperative loan program, while preparing for CBA negotiations.
Two Jeepneys Collide in Cebu City, Several Injured
Two traditional jeepneys collided in Cebu City on May 1, 2026, due to traffic signal violations, injuring several passengers who were taken to the hospital.
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42 Ex-VTI Workers File Coercion Charges vs Officials
42 former Vallacar Transit Inc. employees filed grave coercion complaints against company officials, alleging forced dismissal amid a family ownership dispute.
Court Denies Bid to Stop Carbon Market Redevelopment
A Cebu City court has rejected a vendor group's bid to halt the redevelopment of Carbon Public Market, allowing the joint venture with Megawide to proceed.
Truck driver, friend held for pickpocketing Canadian
A truck driver and his friend were arrested for pickpocketing a Canadian national in Cebu City. The suspects denied involvement but were detained at Mabolo Police Station.
Third Drug Bust: Ex-Painter Arrested Again in Dalaguete
A 38-year-old former painter was arrested for the third time in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Obong, Dalaguete, Cebu. Police seized 1.2 grams of shabu worth P8,160.
Cebu Workers Demand P1,200 Minimum Wage
Labor groups in Cebu, led by AMA Sugbo-KMU, protested at DOLE 7 demanding a P1,200 national minimum wage and the repeal of oil and tax policies.
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Private transport initiative offers free rides, fuel subsidies
A private-led transport program provides free shuttle services and fuel subsidies to employees and jeepney drivers in Metro Manila and Cebu, with nearly P100 million allocated for 2026.
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