Lapu-Lapu Tightens Firecracker Rules for Holiday Safety
Lapu-Lapu City enforces strict safety checks on firecracker stalls. Officials limit stock, mandate safe distances, and warn of heavy penalties for violations. Stay safe this holiday season.
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Davao City OKs 2026 Local School Board Budget
Davao City has approved its 2026 Local School Board budget for public schools. The move comes as teachers renew calls for a monthly allowance, highlighting funding priorities and ongoing challenges in education.
Housing Compliance Deadline Extended to March 2026
The DHSUD has extended the BHDP compliance deadline for developers to March 31, 2026, supporting the 4PH program and economic growth. Read the latest updates.
Pastry Skills Training Aids Child Labor Prevention in Malita
A pastry-making workshop for parents of child laborers in Malita highlights economic empowerment's role in preventing abuse and strengthening family resilience. Learn how this initiative works.
Tagum Awards Cash to 231 Senior Citizens
Tagum City LGU and NCSC awarded cash assistance to 231 octogenarians and nonagenarians under RA 11982. Read about the milestone distribution and its impact on the local elderly community.
Cebu Capitol Restoration Upholds National Heritage Laws
Amid renovation debates, the Cebu Provincial Capitol's restoration follows strict national laws like RA 10066. Discover how legal protocols protect this 1938 landmark's integrity for future generations.
DSWD-Davao Pag-Abot Program Reaches 124 Beneficiaries
DSWD-Davao intensifies its Pag-Abot Program for street families this Christmas. 124 beneficiaries have received aid, with financial support up to P10,000. Learn how the program works and how you can help.
P3.4M Shabu Seized, Suspect Arrested in Iloilo
Iloilo police arrest a high-value drug suspect and confiscate P3.4 million worth of shabu in Dumangas. Read the full details of the successful operation.
Filipino Seafarer's Remains Return After Houthi Attack
The remains of a Filipino crew member killed in a Houthi attack on the MV Eternity C in July 2025 have been repatriated. The government pledges full assistance to the bereaved family.
Zamboanga Gives Aid to Families Hit by Recent Fires
Zamboanga City Government distributed P10,000 and rice to 20 families affected by separate fires. Mayor Olaso gave an extra P2,000 and offered materials for rebuilding homes. Learn more about the relief efforts.
Man Arrested for Peeping on Woman in Cebu Boarding House
A 26-year-old man was arrested in Cebu City after being caught peeping on a naked 18-year-old woman. The suspect blamed 'demons' for tempting him. Read the full story.
Live-in Partners Arrested in Toledo City Drug Sting
A couple in Toledo City, Cebu, faces drug charges after a police buy-bust netted 88 grams of suspected shabu worth P598,400. Their Christmas will be spent behind bars. Read the full investigation details.
CIDG-Mandaue Arrests Man for Illegal Guns in Toledo Raid
CIDG-Mandaue agents arrest Rafael Bulalacao Sorono, 65, in Toledo City after a raid yields unlicensed .45 pistol, ammunition, and an air gun. Suspect now faces charges under RA 10591.
9 Pinoy Seafarers Freed by Houthis Return Home
After five months in captivity, nine Filipino crewmen of the MV Eternity C are finally back in the Philippines. OWWA details the government's support program for their recovery.
Live-in couple arrested with P598K shabu in Toledo
A live-in couple faces drug charges after a buy-bust in Toledo City, Cebu, yielded 88 grams of suspected shabu worth P598,400. They will spend Christmas in jail.
65-Year-Old Arrested in Toledo City Firearms Raid
CIDG-Mandaue arrests Rafael Sorono, 65, seizes unlicensed .45 pistol, ammo, and air rifle in Toledo City raid. Suspect faces charges under RA 10591. Full details inside.
Cebu Governor Faces Graft Complaint Over Capitol Renovation
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.
Ombudsman Complaint Filed vs Cebu Gov Over Capitol Renovation
Former Capitol consultant Byron Garcia accuses Gov. Pamela Baricuatro of violating heritage laws in a P2.6M renovation. This is the third complaint filed in recent weeks. Read the full story.
SC Voids Transfer of P89.9B from PhilHealth to Treasury
The Supreme Court voids the transfer of P89.9B from PhilHealth, ordering its return. The ruling upholds the Universal Health Care Act and protects public health funds. Read the full story.
Home Credit Warns of Sophisticated Holiday Loan Scams
Home Credit Philippines alerts borrowers to rising loan-to-cash scams ahead of Christmas. Scammers pose as intermediaries, leaving victims with debt. Violators face 6-8 years in prison. Stay vigilant!
BARMM releases P42M pension to 7,000 Lamitan seniors
The Bangsamoro government disbursed P42 million in social pensions to 7,000 senior citizens in Lamitan City, Basilan. Each beneficiary received P6,000 for the 3rd and 4th quarters of 2025. Read more about this vital support for the elderly.
9 Freed Pinoy Seafarers Return Home Before Christmas
Nine Filipino crew members of MV Eternity C, freed after five months of captivity by Houthi rebels, are safely back in the Philippines. OWWA pledges full government support for their recovery and reintegration.
Supreme Court: Return P60B PhilHealth Funds to Treasury
The Supreme Court mandates the return of P60 billion in PhilHealth funds and voids a provision allowing GOCC fund transfers. Learn how this protects your healthcare benefits.
Advice Sought After Discovering Girlfriend's Past Surgery
A man nicknamed Ricky writes to Papa Joe, troubled after learning his live-in partner had cosmetic surgery before they met. He worries about future children's looks. Read the full advice column.
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.
DTI, Davao City LGU Partner to Boost Creative Industries
DTI and Davao City's new Office of Culture, Arts, and Heritage join forces to integrate local artists into the formal economy and unlock market access under the PCIDA law.
Bacolod Names New Assistant City Veterinarian
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya appoints Dr. Janine Sarthou as Assistant City Veterinarian and presents a P10-million shelter plan with animal welfare groups.
VAWC Cases in Davao Halved, Zero Target Set for 2030
DSWD-Davao Region announces a significant decline in Violence Against Women and Children cases from 2023 to 2024. Officials credit grassroots advocacy and strengthened reporting mechanisms for the progress.
Davao Animal Shelter Dispute: HAC Questions City's Project
The Happy Animals Club challenges Davao City's statement on a planned public shelter, citing broken promises. The shelter faces eviction and needs ₱9 million to move 350 animals by year's end.
32-Year-Old Man's Legal Worry Over 17-Year-Old Girlfriend
A 32-year-old man seeks advice after discovering his girlfriend is 17, not 18. Expert warns of potential legal risks under Philippine law, especially if pregnancy occurs. Read the full story.
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