Bacolod Names New Assistant City Veterinarian
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya appoints Dr. Janine Sarthou as Assistant City Veterinarian and presents a P10-million shelter plan with animal welfare groups.
Category : Politics
12 DPWH Officials Suspended in P289-M Project Scandal
Ombudsman suspends 12 DPWH-Mimaropa officials for 6 months over alleged irregularities in a P289 million flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. Key figures face graft charges.
SC: Fugitives Cannot Seek Judicial Relief in Court
The Supreme Court clarifies who qualifies as a fugitive from justice and rules that such individuals are barred from seeking judicial relief. Learn the legal implications of the Vallacar Transit vs. Yanson case.
Catriona Gray Pledges to Continue Anti-Corruption Fight
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray promises to battle government corruption, citing flood control and other sectors. She urges action after the Trillion Peso March rally.
Mandaue City Staff Receive Year-End Bonuses
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.
Mason Found Dead in Cebu City, Police Rule Out Foul Play
A 35-year-old mason from Butuan City was discovered deceased in his Cebu City room. Authorities found no signs of foul play, with the family citing his known high blood pressure as a possible cause.
Widow, 4 Others Arrested in Cebu Drug Operations
Police in Balamban and Argao, Cebu, arrest five individuals, including an elderly widow, in separate buy-bust operations, seizing over P40,000 worth of shabu. Read the full report.
Cebu Capitol Cancels Christmas Party for Disaster Relief
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro cancels the Capitol's grand Christmas party to focus resources on recovery efforts for earthquake and typhoon victims. A message of unity and compassion this holiday season.
Lamitan's Christmas Village Opens with P1.5M Budget
Lamitan City launched its unique 'Christmas Odyssey' Village on Dec 1, 2025, featuring recycled PPE igloos and a P1.5M budget. Mayor Furigay leads the festive start. #LamitanChristmas
Church Slams 'Ghost' Flood Projects as Rains, Flooding Hit PH
The Diocese of Tagbilaran issues a powerful pastoral letter read in churches, linking relentless flooding to corruption in billion-peso 'ghost' flood control projects. A call for accountability and change.
House suspends Kiko Barzaga for 60 days
The House suspends Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga for 60 days without pay over offensive social media posts. Read the full story on the ethics committee's decision.
CIDG Officers Relieved Over Missing P13M Pogo Cash
Several CIDG officers are relieved after P13 million from a P141M raid on an illegal Pogo in Bataan goes missing. An internal investigation reveals shocking details. Read the full story.
Cebu Lawmakers' P55.77B Infrastructure Funds Criticized
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
Cebu City OKs P13.4B Budget for 2026
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
Cebu City to Refund Employees for Undelivered Uniforms
Cebu City Hall will reimburse employees P4,000 deducted for uniforms never delivered under the past administration. Mayor Archival says the HRDO is finalizing the cash refund scheme. #CebuNews
Cebu Proposes Ordinance to Regulate Horse-Drawn Carriages
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover pushes the 'Calesa sa Sugbo Ordinance' to formalize the tartanilla industry, protect kutseros' livelihood, and preserve this cultural heritage. Learn about the new rules.
Nationwide Protests Demand Action on Gov't Corruption
Massive protests erupted across the Philippines on Nov. 30, 2025, fueled by corruption scandals and economic hardship. Calls grow for accountability and systemic change. Read the full story.
Colonial Feudal Mindset Perpetuates Poverty in PH
An analysis argues that a submissive cultural mindset, a colonial legacy, prevents Filipinos from challenging inequality. Liberation requires critical education and religion.
P158.2M Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Zamboanga
Police in Zamboanga Peninsula confiscated P158.2 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in November, arresting 25 suspects. Read about the intensified anti-smuggling operations.
Porac Mayor posts P630K bail over illegal Pogo graft charges
Porac, Pampanga Mayor Jaime Capil posts bail for 7 graft counts tied to a 2024 illegal Pogo raid. His arraignment is set for December 11. Read the full story.
Comelec: Capil Arrest Warrant Separate from Disqualification Case
Comelec Chairman George Garcia clarifies that the arrest warrant for Porac Mayor Jaime Capil is immaterial to his pending disqualification case. A decision from the en banc is expected anytime. #Philippines #Comelec #Politics
Over 250 Ghost Flood Control Projects Found by AFP
The AFP discovered 252 non-existent flood control projects. Seven suspects remain at large, with three negotiating surrender. Get the latest on the investigation.
Sinulog 2026 Plans, Weather Outlook, Gov. Baricuatro Case
Cebu City outlines Sinulog 2026 preparations, PAGASA forecasts La Niña, and the Ombudsman files a case against Governor Baricuatro. Get the latest updates.
DSWD-Davao Suspends Guarantee Letters for Aid Programs
DSWD Field Office-Davao temporarily halts guarantee letter issuance for AICS and AKAP starting Nov 30, 2025. Other aid forms continue. Learn more.
PH, France Hold Maritime Drills in Davao Oriental
The Philippines and France completed a two-day bilateral maritime exercise east of Mati, Davao Oriental, boosting naval interoperability and regional security ties. Read the full story.
Western Visayas Police Arrest 194 Wanted Persons in Month-Long Op
PRO 6's month-long manhunt nets 194 fugitives, including the national most wanted and the region's Top 10. See the breakdown of arrests and how public cooperation led to success.
New Home for the Aged to Rise in Monkayo, Davao de Oro
Governor Raul Mabanglo leads site inspection for a new senior care facility in Barangay Pasian, Monkayo. The project aims to provide dignified care for Davao de Oro's elderly. Read more.
152 Drug Suspects Arrested, 8.4kg Shabu Seized in W. Visayas
Western Visayas police arrest 152 drug suspects, seize over 8.4kg of shabu in November 2025 operations. Read about the regionwide crackdown and community efforts.
DILG Awaits Comelec Ruling on Duterte Status in Davao
DILG-Davao awaits national office guidance on the official status of Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II. Read the latest updates on the succession.
P756K shabu seized, 2 drug suspects arrested in Iloilo
Estancia police arrest a high-value drug suspect and companion, confiscating P756,500 worth of shabu in a buy-bust operation. Read the full details of the Ilocos Norte drug bust.
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