Ex-DPWH Engineer Returns P110M in Graft Probe
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.
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AICS Program Allegedly Misused in Davao Elections
Davao congressmen reveal alleged misuse of DSWD's AICS program to influence voters during 2025 elections. Calls for COA investigation and transparency in fund distribution.
Senate Approves 2026 OVP Budget: P889M
Philippines Senate approves P889.236 million budget for Office of the Vice President for 2026, a 20% increase from 2025. No confidential funds allocated. Read full details.
Davao Bus Project Protested Over ₱54B Loan, Fare Hikes
Youth group Anakbayan condemns Davao Bus Project as anti-poor, warning of ₱35 fares and driver displacement. Project faces funding gap despite 2027 target.
Cebu's New Public Decency Ordinance: Rules & Penalties
Cebu City implements a new Public Decency Ordinance, banning indecent exposure in public. Learn about the fines, community service, and key exemptions.
PWS Cebu 24/7 Operations During Typhoon Tino
Prime Waste Solutions Cebu kept Binaliw facility running 24/7 during typhoon, aiding 2,700 families with essential supplies and water rationing in affected communities.
Cebu City Garbage Crisis Due to Bridge Damage
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.
Cebu's Garbage Crisis: Landfill Threat After 8 Years
Cebu City faces a growing waste management crisis as the Inayawan Landfill remains unrehabilitated despite a 2017 Supreme Court order. Councilor Joel Garganera urges immediate action for a sustainable solution.
Inayawan Landfill Rehabilitation Stalled by Ownership Review
Cebu City's Inayawan landfill rehabilitation faces delays due to ownership uncertainty. Learn how this legal limbo affects waste management and public health.
Flood Control Funds Scandal: P1.32T Probe Widens
Massive corruption scandal rocks Philippines as arrest warrants target Zaldy Co, 15 others. Investigation expands to 9 senators, 22 House members in historic fund looting. Read the latest developments.
Cebu City Waste Crisis: Health Emergency Looms
Cebu City faces a public health emergency as garbage piles up despite government clean-up efforts. Councilor Garganera warns of irreversible damage without immediate waste management reforms.
6 Zamboanga IAs Complete Composting Facility Training
Six irrigators associations in Zamboanga del Norte completed 3-day composting training to advance sustainable agriculture. Learn how this boosts soil health and reduces costs.
Cebu's P5-B Waste-to-Energy Project Withdrawn
Environmental advocates celebrate as New Sky Energy withdraws from Cebu City's controversial waste-to-energy project. Discover the sustainable alternatives proposed for the city's 600-ton daily garbage problem.
Cebu's Disaster Funds Strained After Multiple Calamities
Cebu Province faces critical disaster fund shortage after earthquakes and typhoons depleted P110M. Officials warn of limited capacity for future emergencies. Pray for no December storms.
Failed Cebu Projects: Dead Trees, Vanished Bike Lanes
Investigation into the failed Cebu BRT tree earth-balling and Metro Cebu Bike Lane, costing millions in public funds. Demand accountability for wasted taxpayer money.
First Large-Scale Waste-to-Energy Plant in Philippines
A P4-billion waste-to-energy facility in New Clark City will convert 600 tons of daily waste into 12 MW of clean electricity, powering over 10,000 homes and creating hundreds of jobs.
Illegal Waste Dumping Sparks Health Concerns in Mandaue
Residents in Mandaue City's Zone 5, Canduman report illegal waste dumping causing health hazards. City officials confirm investigation and temporary halt to operations. Read latest updates.
Cebu Bridge Damage Triggers Waste Management Crisis
Cebu City imposes 6-ton weight limit on damaged Bacayan Bridge, threatening waste transport to Binaliw landfill. Councilor warns of 'solid waste crisis' as alternative routes implemented.
Illegal Garbage Dumping Alarms Mandaue Residents
Residents in Barangay Canduman report unbearable conditions from illegal garbage dumping. Officials confirm contractor involvement. Call for immediate cleanup and accountability.
Senate Debate: Discaya Witness Bid Sparks Moral Clash
Senate hearings on Discayas' state witness bid reveal deep divide over returning ill-gotten funds. Justice officials face opposition from senator defending immunity without restitution.
Cebu's Anger After Typhoon Tino: Seeking Accountability
After Typhoon Tino devastated Cebu on Nov 4, 2025, citizens channel anger into demands for accountability over flood control funds and development projects. Join the movement for change.
Cebu Receives P7.58B in Secret Budget Insertions
Cebu emerges as top recipient in alleged P100B secret budget insertions with P7.58B for road networks and tourism corridors. Explore the breakdown and implications.
Prime Infra, Holcim Partner on Waste-to-Fuel Initiative
Prime Infra's waste unit will supply refuse-derived fuel from Porac to Holcim's cement plants, cutting traditional fuel use and advancing sustainable waste management in the Philippines.
Cebu City bans trucks on Bacayan Bridge for safety
Cebu City halts truck traffic on Bacayan Bridge due to structural damage. An alternative route is active. Plan your trips to avoid congestion.
Digos City Intensifies Patrols to Combat Robbery Spree
Digos City government rolls out comprehensive safety plan with increased police patrols in high-risk areas after 20 robbery incidents. Mayor Cagas leads night rounds to ensure public security.
Pampanga's All Saints' Day: Peaceful & Orderly Celebration
Pampanga's All Saints' Day 2023 celebration set a remarkable standard with zero major incidents reported across the province's 538 cemeteries and memorial parks.
Cebu Province: 108 Deaths, Cebu City 17 in Health Crisis
Health authorities report alarming mortality rates across Cebu Province with 108 deaths, including 17 in Cebu City, prompting urgent public health response.
Cebu Residents Demand Dialogue with Mayor Rama
A growing movement in Cebu City calls for direct communication with Mayor Michael Rama as residents seek answers on key urban issues and development projects affecting their communities.
Tobacco Industry Interference Worsens in Philippines
HealthJustice Philippines exposes escalating tobacco industry tactics undermining public health policies. Learn how corporate interference threatens Filipino lives and health regulations.
Cebu's Eddie Gulles 'Eddiegul' Passes Away at 94
The Cebu community mourns the loss of Eddie Gulles, affectionately known as 'Eddiegul,' who passed away at 94. Remembered for his decades of public service and community leadership.
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