Cebu's Chronic Garbage Problem: A Failure of RA 9003
Cebu City's flooding and soaring landfill costs expose decades of neglecting the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Discover why enforcement, not new laws, is the solution.
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6 Arrested in Pampanga Anti-Drug Operations
Pampanga police arrested six suspects and confiscated over PHP 100,000 worth of illegal drugs in coordinated operations across the province. Details on the crackdown inside.
Ex-Painter, 'Big-Time Pusher' Arrested in Dalaguete
A former painter identified as a high-value drug suspect was arrested in Dalaguete, Cebu. Police seized P13,000 worth of shabu and a motorcycle. Read the full report.
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.
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.
Teen Dies in Barili Motorcycle Crash, No Helmet
A 19-year-old man died in Barili, Cebu after his speeding motorcycle hit a lamp post. The victim was not wearing a helmet and had no driver's license. Read the full investigation details.
Habal-Habal Driver Arrested for Illegal Gun Sale in Compostela
A habal-habal driver was arrested in Compostela, Cebu, for selling a 9mm submachine gun in a CIDG entrapment operation. Suspect faces charges under RA 9164.
Historic Cebu Churches to Undergo Restoration in 2026
The National Historical Commission will begin restoring Cebu's earthquake-damaged churches next year, offering technical aid but no funding. Learn about the recovery plan and challenges.
Cebu Churches Get P18M Aid, NHCP Plan for 2026 Quake Rehab
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.
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.
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.
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.
UCLM Appeals Cesafi Forfeiture Decision in High School Basketball
The University of Cebu Lapulapu/Mandaue appeals a Cesafi ruling to forfeit games due to a player's league violation. The board's final decision is expected today, December 7.
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.
9 Swertres Ushers Arrested in Cebu Police Ops
Police in Cebu Province arrested nine illegal swertres ushers in separate operations. One suspect was also caught with suspected shabu. Read the full details of the crackdown.
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!
80 Grams of Shabu Seized in Antique, HVI Arrested
PRO 6 arrests a high-value drug suspect in San Jose, Antique, confiscating 80 grams of shabu. Suspect faces life imprisonment. Read the full police report.
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.
Barili's Hospicio Marks 100 Years of Free Elderly Care
The Hospicio de San Jose de Barili, the Philippines' first of its kind, celebrates 100 years of providing free care to the elderly, funded solely by founder-donated properties. Discover this legacy of generosity.
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.
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