Davao Region's 2025 Christmas: A Season of Service
Explore how Davao Region's provinces turned Christmas 2025 into a time of service with aid, gifts, and community programs, bringing the true spirit of Pasko to the people.
Explore how Davao Region's provinces turned Christmas 2025 into a time of service with aid, gifts, and community programs, bringing the true spirit of Pasko to the people.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026 after a six-month audit revealed P400M in structural defects. The city aims for partial operations by late 2026.
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Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026, targeting completion by October. The city also plans PhilHealth expansion to ensure the hospital's financial sustainability.
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
Over 1,400 Aeta families in Pampanga received financial and in-kind assistance from the DSWD and local government. Three families also got livelihood grants. Read more about this holiday support initiative.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon commits to replicating successful rapid, cost-effective, and high-quality infrastructure builds in 2026, citing recent projects as proof of concept.
Sally Santos, owner of SYMS Construction, returns PHP 15 million as partial restitution in a DOJ investigation into anomalous flood control projects. Details on the MOA and the legislative inquiry revelations.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in October 2025, with residential projects down 27.4%. Get the full data and analysis on the sector's slowdown here.
A P500 aid promise for a decent Noche Buena has ignited public anger in the Philippines, highlighting the deep disconnect between officials and families struggling with poverty and corruption.
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses another completion target. The contractor now promises to finish the project this December 2025.
Mandaue City allocates P60M for 'Gugma sa Pasko,' distributing 100,000 Noche Buena packs to ease holiday expenses for families and students. Learn about the city's festive support initiative.
Sta. Ana's improved waste segregation and MRF operations now save over ₱700,000 monthly. Discover how the town transformed its waste management system.
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
The Pampanga Provincial Government provides P2,000 cash, rice, and food packs to 4,281 patients battling serious illnesses. Governor Lilia Pineda leads the aid distribution to ease financial burdens.
Over 300 Angeles City residents received gifts in the 'WE KEN' Wish Ko Lang Christmas Edition 2025. Sponsor Kenneth Lansang vows more aid for the marginalized. Read the heartwarming story.
Aboitiz Foundation grants P8.5 million in home recovery assistance to 285 families in Liloan, Cebu, impacted by Typhoon Tino. Each family receives P30,000 for rebuilding. Read more.
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
Senator Imee Marcos brings hope to families affected by Typhoon Tino with Christmas gifts and food packs for 800 beneficiaries in Danao City and Liloan. Read how the community found relief.
A fire in Sitio Mayflower, Barangay Duljo Fatima, Cebu City, destroyed 15 houses and injured two. Over 100 individuals are displaced. Read the latest on the cause and response.
Cebu's historic churches damaged by the Sept. 30 quake set for 2026 rehabilitation. NHCP provides technical guidance as province allocates P18M aid. Details on the assessment and the nine churches listed.
167 fishermen in Masantol, Pampanga received ₱3,000 fuel subsidy and new fiberglass boats from BFAR and the local government to boost livelihood and the fisheries sector.
UCFI and NUSTAR's NUServe provide ₱5 million in emergency relief to Cebu City, including tents, food, and hygiene kits. Final batch expected before year-end.
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
The European Union provides over P660 million in humanitarian aid for Filipino communities hit by recent disasters. Ambassador Massimo Santoro visits Cebu to oversee relief efforts.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.