Politics
Cebu City Enacts Total Ban on Gambling Ads to Protect Youth, Public Welfare
Cebu City Council passes a resolution banning all gambling ads, online and offline, citing addiction risks and exposure to minors. The move follows national efforts to curb gambling promotion.
Environment
Cebu City Halts Upland Projects After Deadly Floods, Reviews Permits
Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera and Mayor Nestor Archival order a temporary stop to development in upland areas. A technical team will review environmental compliance and safety risks following Typhoon Tino's devastating floods.
Sports
Team Pilipinas Finishes 6th in 33rd SEA Games with 50 Gold Medals
The Philippines concluded the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand in 6th place with 277 medals. Read the full breakdown of the national team's performance and results.
Business
Cebu City Condo Robbery Exposes Critical Security Gaps in Broad Daylight
A recent armed robbery inside a Cebu City condominium unit raises serious concerns about security negligence. Unit owners demand action as management's legal obligations under Philippine law are scrutinized.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
International
Misa de Gallo Dawn Masses Draw Devotees in Cebu
Catholic devotees in Cebu flocked to dawn Masses for the Misa de Gallo on Dec 21. The tradition, held at churches and Carbon Market, blends faith, community, and bibingka treats.
Bohol Councilor Arrested Under Terrorism Financing Act
A former Fardec staff and current barangay councilor in Bohol was arrested by CIDG for alleged violation of the Terrorism Financing Prevention Act. Details on the case and human rights concerns.
DOH's Ligtas-Tigdas Vaccination Campaign Starts January 2025
The DOH launches its Ligtas-Tigdas vaccination campaign in January 2025 to protect children against measles and rubella. Cases are up 29% in 2025. Learn the schedule and target age group.
Free Medical Mission Serves 1,000+ Porac Residents
Mekeni Food Corp. backed a major Hospital on Wheels medical mission in Porac, offering free healthcare to over 1,000, prioritizing indigenous communities. Read about this impactful collaboration.
P10-M Friendship School Opens in North Cotabato Post-Quake
A new eight-classroom school, donated by Davao's Fil-Chinese community, brings hope and safe learning to Tulunan students six years after devastating earthquakes destroyed their old campus.