DOLE Issues Holiday Pay Rules for Year-End 2025
DOLE reminds private employers of correct holiday pay rates for Rizal Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day 2025. Ensure compliance with Labor Advisory 17-2025.
DOLE reminds private employers of correct holiday pay rates for Rizal Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day 2025. Ensure compliance with Labor Advisory 17-2025.
A high-ranking Abu Sayyaf Group member, alias Mundi, voluntarily surrendered to police in Zamboanga City. He faces charges for murder, kidnapping, and drugs. Read the full report.
A religious group claiming to own the world blocked a national highway in Davao Oriental on Christmas Day, demanding millions in rent from the government. Police peacefully resolved the incident.
The Bacolod City Council will hold a special session on Dec. 29 to authorize Mayor Gasataya to sign P440 million in environmental service contracts for 2026, ensuring uninterrupted garbage collection and landfill management.
A special counsel in South Korea demands a 10-year sentence for impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on obstruction charges. The court's verdict is expected in January 2026. Read the full details.
Philippine Army's 32nd Infantry Battalion launches patrol and clean-up in Sampinit Complex, Basilan, to secure the area, protect the environment, and deter threats. Read more.
A police operation in Cebu City turned violent as a suspect opened fire on officers serving a warrant. One man was shot, and authorities recovered suspected shabu and a firearm. Read the full report.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
New Highway Patrol Group 7 chief, Lt. Col. Wildemar Tiu, paid a courtesy call to Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival, pledging full support for city programs and traffic enforcement. Read more.
NBI-Central Visayas assures equal treatment for contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers detained over a P96.5M flood control anomaly. Justice Secretary Vida's directive aims to restore public trust in the justice system.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Fairfield by Marriott debuts in Mactan with a 196-room hotel at Mahi Center, signaling strong investor confidence in Cebu's tourism and business recovery. Explore the new gateway.
A Philippine National Police colonel faces dismissal after allegedly beating a patrolman over a parking dispute following a Christmas party. Get the latest details on the case.
Cebu Rep. Edu Rama files HB 4353 to provide subsidies, therapy vouchers, and tax deductions for families of children with special needs. The bill seeks to expand SPED schools and inter-agency support.
Cebu's Provincial Board revises its African Swine Fever ordinance to sync local biosecurity with national DA & BAI policies. New rules address testing concerns and aim to curb rising hog illnesses. Learn about the key changes.
A Davao City center provides free therapy for over 1,000 children with autism and cerebral palsy. Parents share stories of transformation and hope this Christmas season. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
Laus Group Chairman Lisset Laus-Velasco emphasizes media's vital role in providing factual news during the 'Thankful Together' gathering in Pampanga. Read her full message.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
President Marcos signs proclamation adding 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu to the West Cebu Industrial Park-Special Economic Zone, boosting investment and development. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. designates 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu for the West Cebu Industrial Park-SEZ, boosting jobs and decentralized growth. Read the full details.
Cebu City Council suspends earth material hauling on Binaliw Road due to road damage and environmental hazards. Read the full report on the council's resolution and findings.
Ayala's AC Health invests nearly P500M to modernize the 70-year-old Cebu Velez General Hospital, now Healthway Cebu Velez General Hospital, boosting Visayas healthcare. Read about the upgrades and regional impact.
DOLE releases pay rules for the Dec 8 special non-working holiday. Workers get extra 30% pay, 50% if it's their rest day. Check the details now.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
The Philippine Army's 10th ID reports a major victory against insurgents in Davao Region for 2025, dismantling the last NPA unit and seizing drugs and firearms. Read the full report on the region's new peace.
Converge ICT's Global Business Group moves its headquarters to Bonifacio Global City, marking a strategic shift to deepen its tech-driven services for large enterprises. Discover the impact.
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.
Delta Air Lines expects a $200M profit hit, while Alaska Air Group also faces losses after the 43-day US government shutdown disrupted flights. Read the full impact analysis.