Senate Approves Expanded ₱889M OVP Budget for 2026
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
Category : Politics
Cebu Sea Ambulance Not Purchased, Officials Clarify
Cebu provincial officials reveal sea ambulance used in medical missions was borrowed, not purchased. Budget deliberations uncover procurement process still pending. Read the full story.
Cebu Groups Rally Against Corruption Sunday
Cebu Archbishop leads 56 organizations in anti-corruption march. Progressive groups join nationwide protests demanding accountability amid flood crisis. Join the movement for change.
Cebu City 2026 Budget Slashed to P13.3 Billion
Cebu City Council trims 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear manpower requests and procurement plans. Essential services like police and health get boosts. Learn more.
Cebu City's New Strategy to Tackle Street Homelessness
Cebu City transforms a former Covid-19 facility into a social services hub, launching a sustainable reintegration program for street dwellers with financial and housing aid.
Arrest Warrants for 8 Cebu Ex-Officials
Former Mayor Michael Rama secures legal victory as Sandiganbayan prepares arrest warrants for 8 Cebu City officials in garbage collection case. Read the full political feud details.
Police Secure Trillion Peso March 2.0 in W. Visayas
Police in Western Visayas activate a full security plan for the Trillion Peso March 2.0 on Bonifacio Day. Read how authorities ensure a peaceful public assembly.
Aklan's 5th Most Wanted Sex Offender Arrested
Police in Kalibo, Aklan capture province's 5th most wanted person facing qualified rape, sexual assault charges. Suspect now in custody with no bail recommended for serious offenses.
Iloilo Police Arrest 2 HVIs, Seize 475g Shabu
Iloilo police arrest two high-value individuals in separate buy-bust operations, confiscating 475 grams of shabu worth millions. Read the full report on the latest drug war victory.
Alicia Unveils Balay Silangan Drug Reformation Center
Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay strengthens its anti-drug campaign with a new community-based reformation center, offering holistic programs for 27 initial enrollees. Learn how this initiative builds safer communities.
P136K drugs, gun seized in Lanao del Norte raid
Police confiscated P136,000 worth of shabu and a firearm in Tubod, Lanao del Norte. Suspect remains at large as charges are prepared. Read the full details.
Davao Council Seat Vacancy: No Replacement Talks
Davao City Council confirms no discussions yet for Rodrigo 'Rigo' Duterte II's council seat replacement as he prepares to assume vice mayor role. Learn about the succession process.
AICS Program Allegedly Misused in Davao Elections
Davao congressmen reveal alleged misuse of DSWD's AICS program to influence voters during 2025 elections. Calls for COA investigation and transparency in fund distribution.
Pampanga Barangay Chief Killed in Ambush
Barangay Balibago chairman Jinkie Quiambao was shot dead by motorcycle-riding gunmen. The Liga ng mga Barangay condemns the killing as Pampanga police launch a probe.
Barangay Captain Killed During Facebook Live Broadcast
Barangay Tres de Mayo Captain Oscar 'Dodong' Bucol Jr. was fatally shot while live on Facebook. PNP launches aggressive manhunt with P2M reward for information.
Barangay Captain Killed During Facebook Live Stream
Barangay Captain Oscar Bucol Jr. was shot dead during Facebook Live in Digos City. Family requests NBI investigation amid political concerns. Justice sought.
Barangay Captain Killed During Facebook Live Stream
Barangay Tres de Mayo Captain Oscar 'Dodong' Bucol Jr. was fatally shot while livestreaming on Facebook. Police launch investigation with P3M bounty for information. #PhilippinesNews
Senate Approves 2026 OVP Budget: P889M
Philippines Senate approves P889.236 million budget for Office of the Vice President for 2026, a 20% increase from 2025. No confidential funds allocated. Read full details.
P100B Budget Scandal Rocks INC Transparency Rally
Senator Marcoleta and former rep Zaldy Co reveal budget insertions scandal at INC rally. Comelec investigates campaign spending. Demand for genuine transparency grows.
Mandaue City Christmas Lighting Set for November 28
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano confirms the Christmas lighting ceremony on November 28, 2025. The P8 million display offers hope after recent disasters. Visit the plaza with family!
Davao Women Protest Flood Control Corruption on IDEVAW
Gabriela-led protest in Davao demands accountability for P118.5B anomalous flood control funds, calling corruption a form of violence against women. Join the call for justice!
Davao Approves Smart Emergency System, Penalizes Prank Calls
Davao City Council passes the Seral-Cared ordinance, a GPS-enabled emergency dispatch system to speed up response times and penalize prank callers. Learn how this impacts public safety.
2,000 Police for Trillion Peso March 2.0 in Negros
PRO-NIR deploys 2,000 personnel for the Trillion Peso March 2.0 on November 30. Authorities ensure safety for the peaceful assembly on governance issues.
Marcos to Launch Flood Control Program in Bacolod
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will visit Bacolod City on December 5 to launch Oplan Kontra Baha, addressing severe flooding that displaced 15,875 individuals. Learn about the government's response.
Sandro Marcos Faces ICI Probe Over P50-B Budget Claims
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos welcomes ICI investigation after Zaldy Co's P50-billion budget insertion allegations. Read the latest developments in this ongoing political controversy.
DA Chief Rejects Cover-Up Allegations as 'Baloney'
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. dismisses former lawmaker Zaldy Co's cover-up claims as baseless. He confirms only rice tariff talks were true. Read the full story.
PHP807K High-Grade Marijuana Intercepted at Clark Port
Bureau of Customs intercepts 538 grams of high-grade marijuana 'kush' worth PHP807,000 hidden in keychain parcel from Hong Kong. Read how authorities stopped this drug smuggling attempt.
Barangay Captain Killed During Facebook Live Stream
Barangay Tres de Mayo Captain Oscar 'Dodong' Bucol Jr. was fatally shot while livestreaming on Facebook. The vocal politician had reported death threats prior to the attack. Authorities offer ₱2M reward for information.
P1.7M Shabu Seized in Cebu City Buy-Bust
Cebu City police arrest a high-value individual, seizing P1.7 million worth of suspected shabu in a Mabolo operation. Suspect faces charges under RA 9165.
CIDG Arrests Armed Suspect in Pinamungajan Raid
CIDG-Mandaue operatives seized a caliber .45 pistol from Charlito Capa Gorres during a search warrant operation in Barangay Butong, Pinamungajan. Read the full details of the police operation.
Page 20 of 43