Norwegian Found Dead in Cebu City Hotel

A 44-year-old Norwegian man was discovered dead in his hotel room in Lahug, Cebu City, on April 4, 2026. Police are investigating the incident after hotel staff reported the situation.

Cebu Board Blocks P211-M Quarry Tax Deal, Demands Review

The Cebu Provincial Board has returned a proposed P211.56-million compromise agreement with Apo Land and Quarry Corp., citing lack of prior authorization and pending court cases. The deal would grant an 82% tax reduction, sparking debate over public fund

Davao Pantry Gives Rice to Drivers as Fuel Costs Soar

Matina Community Pantry and Konsyensya Dabaw distributed 251 rice packs to jeepney, taxi, and tricycle drivers in Davao City on Easter Monday, offering temporary relief from rising fuel prices while calling for government action.

Davao Police Horseback Training and Crime Busts

Thirty-one Davao police officers completed intensive horseback riding patrol training to enhance rural law enforcement, while the provincial office reported significant arrests and seizures in anti-drug, firearms, and illegal activities campaigns from Jul

Davao Police Probe VAWC Desk Lapse at Baliok Station

The Davao City Police Office investigates an alleged service failure at Police Station 17 in Baliok, where a Violence Against Women and Children Desk Officer was unavailable, prompting concerns over gender-sensitive case handling.

Ombudsman Readies Plunder Charges for Romualdez, Escudero

The Office of the Ombudsman is seriously preparing plunder charges against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and former Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero for alleged kickbacks from anomalous flood control projects. Charges may be filed in May 2

Mabalacat City Deploys New Automated Sweeper Trucks

Mabalacat City Mayor Geld Aquino unveiled two new automated street sweeper trucks during a flag-raising ceremony, part of the 'Clean Smart Mabalacat' initiative to enhance road maintenance and waste management efficiency.

Bacolod Urges Fiesta Cutbacks During Oil Crisis

Bacolod City Council passes resolution encouraging barangays to suspend or reduce fiesta celebrations, redirecting funds to fuel subsidies and social aid during the ongoing global oil crisis.

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