MCWD Board in Crisis, Lacks Quorum for Decisions
Metropolitan Cebu Water District operates with an incomplete Board of Directors, risking service disruptions. Mayor Archival demands immediate action to fill vacancies.
Category : Politics
Sisters Nabbed in Minglanilla for Online Sabong Violations
Two sisters were arrested in Minglanilla for illegal online sabong. Police are tracking 38 more suspects. Read the full details of the crackdown.
PRO 7 Arrests Nearly 5,000 Wanted Persons in 2025
Police Regional Office 7 reports arresting nearly 5,000 wanted persons from Jan 1 to Nov 27, 2025. Read about the successful manhunt operations and community safety efforts.
Indian Arrested in Cebu for Opium Sales, P163M Found
PDEG 7 arrests an Indian national in Cebu City for allegedly selling opium from his store. Authorities confiscate P163 million in cash and illegal drugs worth P208,000. Read the full story.
MCWD Officials Face Ombudsman Probe Over Corruption
An anonymous employee accuses MCWD top brass of corruption, favoritism, and fund misuse. The Ombudsman-Visayas orders GM Edgar Donoso to submit counter-affidavits. Read the full story.
PRO 7 Arrests 5,000+ Wanted Persons in 2025 Crackdown
Police Regional Office 7's year-long manhunt nets over 5,000 fugitives, including 936 Most Wanted Persons. Discover how this operation makes Central Visayas safer.
Indian National Arrested in Cebu for Opium Possession
PNP Drug Enforcement Group 7 arrests Lalith Chellaram Sangwani, seizing 320 grams of suspected opium from his mini mart. Read the full details of the operation.
US Defense Secretary Risked Secrets on Signal App
A Pentagon watchdog found US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked exposing classified Yemen strike details via Signal. The report criticizes his actions. Read the full story.
P19.8M Smuggled Cigarettes, Drugs Seized in Sultan Kudarat
Police in Sultan Kudarat seized P19.8 million worth of smuggled cigarettes and P13,600 in illegal drugs in a major raid. The suspect remains at large. Read the full story.
54 Basilan Amnesty Applicants Receive Safe Conduct Passes
54 former MILF and MNLF combatants in Basilan receive Safe Conduct Passes, shielding them from arrest as their amnesty applications are processed. A key step for peace.
4 Arrested, P149K Shabu Seized in Cotabato Drug Den Bust
PDEA-BARMM operatives dismantled a drug den in Cotabato City, arresting four suspects and confiscating P149,600 worth of suspected shabu. Read the full details of the anti-drug operation.
Davao Pasko Fiesta 2025: Road Closures & ₱44M Budget
Davao City gears up for Pasko Fiesta 2025 with temporary road closures for Banda Dasig & Parada sa Pasko. Discover the schedule, affected areas, and event details.
Sara Duterte Criticizes Suspension of Rep. Barzaga
Vice President Sara Duterte condemns the 60-day suspension of Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga, calling it a move to silence government critics. Read the full statement and reactions.
Duterte Welcomes Probe into Davao Flood Control Projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte welcomes an investigation into the city's flood control projects, denying any wrongdoing. He challenges critics to look at projects nationwide.
Davao Police Launch Anti-Fake Information Campaign
Police in Davao del Norte and Davao del Sur hold consultative forums to combat disinformation. Officials stress collaboration between police, media, and the public to promote truth.
Comelec Aims for 100 Mall Partners for 2028 Elections
The Philippine Comelec plans to partner with 100 shopping malls to make voter registration more accessible. Learn how this initiative expands democratic participation for the 2028 polls.
Rodelio Constantino Takes Oath as New Balibago Chairman
Rodelio Constantino is the new chairman of Barangay Balibago, Masantol, sworn in after the killing of former chief Jinqui Quiambao. Mayor urges continuity of programs.
DFA Opens Apostille Hub in Balanga City, Bataan
The DFA launched a new Apostille Hub in Balanga City, Bataan, on December 1, offering faster and more convenient document authentication for overseas Filipinos. Learn how this benefits residents.
5 Pampanga LGUs Named 2025 PEACE Marker Champions
Arayat leads five Pampanga LGUs honored as 2025 PEACE Marker Champions for outstanding peace and order programs. The award highlights the province's drive for community resilience.
Sandro Marcos Appears Before ICI on Flood Control Probe
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos voluntarily testifies before the ICI regarding anomalous flood control projects. He denies P50B budget insertion claims by Zaldy Co. Read the latest.
Mandaue Police Deploys 90% of Personnel for Safety
Mandaue City Police Office intensifies patrols with 90% personnel deployment. Director PCol Cirilo Acosta Jr. details strategy for malls, schools, and key areas to deter crime.
Iloilo Police Report 873 Drug Arrests, Major Drug Hauls in 2025
Iloilo City Police Office reports 873 arrests and over 26kg of shabu seized in 2025 anti-drug ops. Colonel Kim Legada credits community support for the success. Read the full report.
Negros Police Arrest Region's Top 2 Most Wanted Persons
Police in Negros Occidental arrest the region's #1 and #8 most wanted for multiple counts of statutory rape. Authorities urge public vigilance to ensure community safety.
Iloilo Police Arrest 415 Fugitives in 11 Months
Iloilo City Police Office reports 415 arrests from Jan-Nov 2025, including 85 most wanted persons. Public urged to support ongoing fugitive manhunt.
Paolo Duterte rejects 'vague' ICI invitation on flood projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte refuses to attend the ICI inquiry into flood-control anomalies, citing separation of powers and accusing the body of political harassment. He urges an investigation into President Marcos instead.
Iloilo Police Arrest 64, Seize P22M Drugs in November
Iloilo City Police Office reports major drug busts in November 2025, arresting 64 personalities and confiscating over P22 million worth of shabu and marijuana. Read about the coordinated operations.
5 Regional Most Wanted for Rape Arrested in WV
Police in Western Visayas arrest five top suspects for rape in coordinated operations across Aklan, Antique, and Iloilo. Read the full story on the intensified anti-crime campaign.
Aquino Files Party-List Reform Act to Cleanse Congress
Senator Bam Aquino files the Party-List Reform Act to ensure genuine representation for ordinary Filipinos and address systemic corruption. Read the key provisions.
Marcos Approves Pay Increase for Military, Police Personnel
President Marcos approves a multi-year base pay increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs), boosting morale and welfare. The hike will be implemented in three tranches from 2026.
COA flags P6.8M in Cebu travel irregularities
The Commission on Audit questions P6.8 million in Cebu Province's 2024 foreign travel expenses, citing missing docs and procurement violations. Read the full report.
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