PCG seizes P80M smuggled cigarettes in Mandaue
Philippine Coast Guard intercepted around 1,000 boxes of smuggled cigarettes worth P70-80 million in Mandaue City on May 12, 2026.
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Visayas Grid Red Alert: Cebu Businesses Warn of Rising Costs
NGCP places Visayas grid under Red Alert on May 13, 2026 due to plant outages. Cebu business leaders warn of rising costs and investor flight despite lower transmission charges.
Iloilo City Starts P74-M Green Tunnel Project
Iloilo City launched construction of a green tunnel along Diversion Road, part of a P74-million national investment for active mobility and sustainable infrastructure.
Wanted Person Arrested in Iloilo, 11 Trucks Seized
Passi City police arrested alias Cardo for exploitation on May 12, 2026. Iloilo police also impounded 11 dump trucks in an anti-illegal quarrying campaign from May 7-9.
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DA Bans Animal Imports from Greece Over FMD
The Department of Agriculture temporarily bans import of live animals and animal products from Greece due to foot-and-mouth disease cases in sheep on Lesvos island.
Philippines Mining Reforms Boost Critical Mineral Investments
Philippine officials highlight policy reforms and streamlined permitting to attract investments in critical minerals, strengthening the country's role in global supply chains at the OECD Forum in Istanbul.
Mindanao May Face Extreme Heat Despite Possible Tropical Cyclones
Pagasa warns Mindanao may experience rising temperatures in May despite possible tropical cyclones, with extreme heat and below-normal rainfall expected.
Cebu Unifies Truck Ban Hours to Ease Traffic
Governor Pamela Baricuatro signed EO 28, unifying truck ban hours across Metro Cebu to reduce traffic, lower logistics costs by 15-20%, and end confusion from conflicting local rules.
Carbon Vendor Fears Loss of Livelihood Amid Redevelopment
A mother of five who sells bahalina in Carbon Market struggles to survive on P500 daily after the JVA, facing uncertainty and intimidation.
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Cebu City Declares Waste Emergency After Landfill Closure
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival declares a State of Solid Waste Management Emergency, mandating waste segregation and recycling to reduce landfill dependence after the Binaliw landfill closure.
BFAR Trains on Octopus Reproductive Biology for Fishery Plans
BFAR-9 conducted a three-day training on octopus reproductive biology in Zamboanga City, attended by personnel from four regions, to support the National Fisheries Management Plan and promote sustainable fisheries.
Pampanga Officials Back Special Needs Children
Governor Lilia Pineda and Mayor Esmeralda Pineda visited the Pampanga Children’s Center for Special Needs, reaffirming support for children with autism, Down syndrome, and other conditions.
DCWD Open to Supplying Water to Samal Island
The Davao City Water District expresses willingness to supply water to the Island Garden City of Samal, despite its proposal not being included in the Samal Island-Davao City Connector Project.
Aboitiz Renewables Boosts 'Golden Hour' Emergency Training
Aboitiz Renewables partners with Philippine communities to master the 'Golden Hour,' providing first aid and fire safety training to enhance emergency response and save lives.
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Brahminy Kite and Macaque Rescued in Zamboanga
A juvenile Brahminy Kite and a Philippine long-tailed Macaque are under DENR care in Zamboanga del Norte, awaiting release back to their natural habitat after being rescued and turned over by locals.
Partnership to Protect Caguindangan Cave I Formalized
A Memorandum of Agreement was signed to protect and manage Caguindangan Cave I in Godod, Zamboanga del Norte, involving DENR, local government, and stakeholders.
Mandaue Orders Water Conservation Plans for El Niño
Mandaue City requires all departments to submit water conservation plans as El Niño threatens supply. Residents face daily shortages, higher costs, and hygiene risks.
Marigondon Tops Mugna Street Design Competition
Barangay Marigondon won first place in the Mugna: Street Design Competition in Lapu-Lapu City, showcasing culture and creativity through sustainable installations.
Sonata Bisaya Festival Showcases Cebu's Indie Music Scene
Sonata Bisaya Music Festival on May 16-17 brings Cebu's independent musicians to mall stages at Ayala Center Cebu, offering visibility and growth for the local scene.
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Bangsamoro Turns Over 60 Solar Homes in Lamitan City
The Bangsamoro government, through Kapyanan, turned over 60 solar-powered core shelters in Lamitan City, Basilan, providing sustainable housing for vulnerable families.
49 PNPA Cadets Charged in Hazing Incident
Forty-nine PNPA cadets face charges or dismissal for hazing 22 fourth-class cadets with acid, causing burns. Seven are jailed under the Anti-Hazing Act.
BIR, Navy, PNP Seize ₱507M Smuggled Cigarettes
The BIR, Navy, and PNP confiscated ₱507 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in a joint operation off Davao Oriental on May 1, 2026.
Mindanao Mining at Turning Point: MinDA Urges Reforms
MinDA Chairperson Leo Tereso Magno calls for responsible mining and value-added processing to position Mindanao as a sustainable leader in critical minerals supply chain.
Cebu City Council Plans 3x Daily Garbage Collection
The Cebu City Council proposes increasing garbage collection to three times daily to address waste management issues and improve urban cleanliness.
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Cebu as ASEAN Trade Gateway for Philippines in 2026
DTI officials name Cebu a primary gateway for Southeast Asian trade, leveraging logistics and maritime strengths to lead Philippines' ASEAN integration and empower MSMEs.
Lubao Sampaguita Festival Celebrates Resilience and Tradition
Lubao Mayor Esmeralda Pineda says the Sampaguita Festival symbolizes the town's resilience and commitment to sustain its signature industry amid changing economic conditions.
PRO-NIR Seizes P1.02M Shabu in Bacolod Drug Busts
Police in Negros Island Region seized P1.020 million worth of shabu in two drug busts in Bacolod City, arresting three suspects on May 5-6, 2026.
DOT: Postpone Non-Essential Trips Near Mayon Volcano
The Department of Tourism advises the public to postpone non-essential travel near Mayon Volcano due to Alert Level 3 and ongoing volcanic unrest.
DOH: 1 in 3 Filipinos Has Chronic Kidney Disease
The Department of Health warns that 36% of Filipinos are affected by chronic kidney disease, urging prevention through healthy habits.
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Albay Agri Damage Hits P6.64M from Mayon Unrest
Agricultural damage in Albay has reached P6.64 million due to Mayon Volcano unrest and ashfall, affecting high-value crops and livestock, with ongoing aid distribution.
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