Tarragona's First Ka'aNiYogan Festival Awards P500K Grand Prize
Tarragona, Davao Oriental, celebrated its first Ka'aNiYogan Festival with a grand champion winning P500,000 in the Yogyogan competition, highlighting unity and gratitude.
Category : Environment
Over 1.6M Affected by Mindanao Quake; Relief Flights Deployed
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao has affected over 1.6 million people, with 23,028 in evacuation centers. The Philippine Air Force delivers aid via Black Hawk helicopters.
Tropical Storm Francisco Approaches PAR, Strengthens at Sea
A tropical storm outside PAR strengthened into a tropical storm, moving west-northwest at 25 kph with winds up to 75 kph, expected to enter PAR as 'Francisco' by Saturday night or Sunday morning.
Tropical Storm Strengthens East of Luzon
A tropical storm east of Southeastern Luzon intensified with 85 kph winds and is moving westward at 20 kph. PAGASA monitors its possible entry into PAR in the coming days.
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5 Mimaropa Provinces and KIG Face Dry Conditions by Nov 2026
Five provinces in MIMAROPA and the Kalayaan Island Group may experience dry conditions by November 2026, with 21-60% below normal rainfall, warns the state weather bureau.
Trough of Tropical Storm Mekkhala Affects Visayas, Mindanao
The trough of Tropical Storm Mekkhala is already affecting eastern Visayas and Mindanao, with the storm still outside PAR. It may enter PAR and be named 'Francisco' as the sixth typhoon of 2026.
Bagyong Francisco Enters PAR, Expected to Intensify
Tropical storm Francisco (Mekkhala) entered PAR on June 20, with winds of 95 kph and gusts up to 115 kph, expected to become a typhoon by June 21.
Francisco strengthens into typhoon inside PAR
Bagyong Francisco intensified into a typhoon inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Sunday, with winds of 120 kph and gusts up to 150 kph, according to Pagasa.
Cebu City Ordered to Stop Using SRP as Dump Site
The DENR-EMB issued a cease and desist order against Cebu City for using the South Road Properties as a temporary garbage transfer station, violating RA 9003.
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DENR, BFP partner for forest wildfire management in Central Visayas
DENR 7 and BFP 7 signed an MOU on June 17, 2026, to strengthen forest wildfire prevention and response in Central Visayas amid increasing climate-related risks.
Severe Tropical Storm Francisco, Habagat Bring Rains
Severe Tropical Storm Francisco and the southwest monsoon will continue to bring rains over large parts of the Philippines on Sunday, PAGASA said.
Pampanga allocates P60M for disaster readiness and climate resilience
Pampanga PDRRMC realigns over P60 million to boost disaster preparedness, including P20M for emergency vehicles and P8.86M for shelters.
Army joins earthquake drill in Sulu to boost preparedness
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade, through the 41st Infantry Battalion, participated in the 2nd Quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill 2026 in Maimbung, Sulu, on June 18, enhancing emergency response and community resilience.
Cebu Spent P43B on Flood Control, Key Projects Unfinished
Cebu spent over P43 billion on 1,008 flood-control projects from 2016 to 2025, but critical recommendations from a 2017 master plan remain unimplemented, raising questions about strategy effectiveness.
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Illegal Child Adoption Persists Despite Faster Legal Process
Despite faster and free legal adoption under RA 11642, illegal child selling and unauthorized adoption continue via social media in Central Visayas, Philippines.
Malabuyoc Hospital to Be Upgraded to Level 1 Facility
Cebu Province upgrades Mariano Jesus Cuenco Memorial Hospital in Malabuyoc to Level 1, improving healthcare access in southwestern Cebu.
Cebu plans first halal slaughterhouse in Visayas by 2027
The Cebu Provincial Government plans to establish the Visayas' first halal-certified slaughterhouse by 2027, aiming to support Muslim communities, boost tourism, and enhance food security.
Cebu, Malabuyoc Sign Deal to Upgrade Hospital to Level 1
Cebu Provincial Government and Malabuyoc signed a Deed of Usufruct to upgrade Mariano Jesus Cuenco Memorial Hospital into a Level 1 general hospital, expanding healthcare services in southwestern Cebu.
Aquino files bill to combat child hunger, boost nutrition
Senator Bam Aquino files Senate Bill No. 2272 to strengthen national nutrition and address child hunger, emphasizing its impact on learning.
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Cebu students turn trash into award-winning organic fertilizer
Five senior high schoolers from Sudlon Integrated School in Cebu City created an organic fertilizer from fish amino acid and aloe vera, winning first place among 200 groups in the Career Connect program.
Indanan Mayor Leads Turnover of RPG, Warheads for Peace
Indanan, Sulu turns over one RPG launcher and two Heat warheads to military, reinforcing peace efforts. Mayor Jikiri leads handover, symbolizing hope and commitment to a safer community.
Sulu drug bust: High-value suspect, 4 others arrested
Joint operatives arrested a high-value drug personality and four cohorts, seizing P442,000 worth of shabu and two firearms in Luuk, Sulu.
June Weddings in Philippines Shift to February as Peak Season
June, traditionally the wedding month in many cultures, faces a different reality in the Philippines due to climate and cultural shifts, with February now the peak month for marriages.
Sacred Talisay Tree in Cebu City Faces Removal for Development
A beloved talisay tree in Mabolo, Cebu City, is set to be cut down for development, evoking nostalgia and loss among residents who cherished its shade and memories.
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DA-Davao Mobile Soil Lab Offers Free Testing in Panabo
The Department of Agriculture-Davao Region deployed a Mobile Soil Laboratory in Panabo City from June 17 to September 4, 2026, offering free soil testing to farmers to promote science-based farming and reduce input costs.
DENR Davao Orders Closure of Old Sanitary Landfill
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Davao has ordered the closure of the old sanitary landfill, citing environmental concerns and non-compliance.
Davao City promotes organic urban gardening to cut costs
Davao City Agriculturist’s Office encourages urban gardening at Marfori garden, offering free seedlings and training to boost food security amid rising prices.
Davao Occidental Suspends Tourism After 7.8 Earthquake
Davao Occidental suspends all tourism activities after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Sarangani, prioritizing safety amid aftershocks and damage assessments.
Congressmen Oppose Anti-Epal Provision in AICS Bill
Senator Erwin Tulfo says House lawmakers reject the Senate version of the AICS bill due to a provision banning politicians from distributing aid, causing a deadlock.
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DOJ Prosecutors Not Convinced Senate Was Under Attack
The Department of Justice released initial findings from its investigation into the May 13 Senate incident, concluding the Senate was not under attack and criticizing the Sergeant-At-Arms' actions.
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