As 2025 ends, Filipinos voice frustrations over high prices and corruption, listing concrete demands for 2026: jail for corrupt officials, upgraded highways, and efficient traffic systems.
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Aboitiz Equity Ventures and BlackRock's GIP finalize a P13.7 billion partnership to boost Philippine airports, water, and digital infrastructure. Discover how this shapes the nation's future.
Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya and eight other DPWH Region 11 officials are in mandatory quarantine at Lapu-Lapu City Jail. They face graft and malversation charges, with a hearing set for January 13, 2026.
The DOTr accelerates housing for NSCR-affected families, targeting 16,575 units by late 2026. Projects span Laguna, Cavite, Pampanga, and Bulacan to ensure timely relocation.
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.
Contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face graft charges over a non-existent flood control project. NBI vows no special treatment in Lapu-Lapu City Jail. Read the full story.
The Sandiganbayan Third Division has dismissed the graft case against former Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista over a 2019 solar project. His former administrator was convicted. Read the full story.
Archbishop Alberto Uy outlines a 7-point moral plan for Cebu's anti-corruption coalition. Will it strengthen or confuse the push for accountability after Typhoon Tino?
Controversial contractor Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya, accused in a P96.5 million ghost project, faces graft charges transferred to Lapu-Lapu City court. 11 DPWH engineers also implicated. Read the latest developments.
Flood control contractor Sara Discaya and 11 DPWH officials face non-bailable graft charges in Lapu-Lapu City's new anti-graft court over a P96.5-million ghost project. Read the latest developments.
Cebu Province launches the Cebu International Investments Summit 2026 to pivot towards industry and tech, targeting global investors. Summit set for January 12-14, 2026.
Leading Philippine business groups call on lawmakers to urgently create a powerful, independent anti-corruption body to protect public funds and restore investor confidence. Read their demands.
The Supreme Court halts the Sandiganbayan graft trial of ex-Cebu City administrator Floro Casas Jr. Read the details of the P239.7M garbage contract case and the legal battle.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces criminal and administrative complaints for alleged graft and violation of the National Heritage Act during the Capitol renovation. The NHCP inspected the site on December 5, 2025.
Suspended San Simon Mayor Abundio 'JP' Punsalan Jr. is a fugitive as police fail to locate him for graft and malversation charges. Authorities continue the manhunt.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
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.
The AFP discovered 252 non-existent flood control projects. Seven suspects remain at large, with three negotiating surrender. Get the latest on the investigation.
A Pasig court issues an arrest warrant for Porac Mayor Jaime Capil over 7 graft counts linked to an illegal POGO. His camp says they are verifying the warrant. #Philippines #POGO
CIDG Acting Director says three co-accused in ex-Rep. Zaldy Co's P289-M graft case are 'dummy' officials. Warrants issued, some remain at large.
Former Cebu City officials face graft charges for alleged P240M overpayment in garbage collection. Ombudsman files case at Sandiganbayan. Learn details.
Former DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M linked to flood control corruption, implicates senators & officials. Justice Secretary confirms more funds to be recovered. Read the full story.
Dismissed DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M in corruption case, implicates senators and officials in flood control project anomalies. Read the full investigation details.
The Mindanao Railway Project finally progresses as 178 families relocate to Tagum Train Village. Discover how this historic infrastructure will transform travel and economy in Southern Philippines.
Tropical Depression Verbena damages Dumanjug flood control structure as experts gather for Water Secure PH Forum to address Cebu's water crisis. Learn more about the solutions.
CCCI proposes expert-led Cebu masterplan following twin calamities and ghost project scandal. Plan aims to safeguard investments and ensure climate resilience.
President Marcos Jr. reveals former Rep. Zaldy Co's camp attempted blackmail to stop his passport cancellation. P12B in assets frozen in major graft probe. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. announces graft charges against 8 lawmakers over anomalous flood control projects. PHP12 billion in assets frozen as investigation expands.