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.
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Cebu Water Crisis Persists After Typhoon Tino
Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.
The Problem with 'Hopefully' in Philippine Governance
Critics challenge Philippine leaders to replace empty promises with concrete action on disaster relief and housing. Citizens demand accountability over wishful thinking.
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.
Cebu Flood Control Called 'Band-Aid' Solution
Soil and water expert William Granert warns that Cebu's flood control projects are temporary fixes failing to address root causes of environmental crisis. Learn why.
Compostela Hostage Crisis: SWAT Rescues Family
A 33-year-old man held his partner and 7-year-old child hostage in Compostela due to jealousy and financial stress. SWAT teams successfully rescued the victims without injuries. Read the full story.
San Fernando Suspends PrimeWater Permit, Returns Control
San Fernando Mayor Vilma Caluag suspends PrimeWater's permit, returning water operations to the City Water District. Read the full story and official statement.
Manila-Clark Railway Faces 3-Year Delay, Questions Mount
The Manila-Clark railway project remains unfinished after years of delays. Learn about the timeline challenges, historical setbacks, and traffic consequences affecting millions.
Cebu struggles with water, power after Typhoon Tino
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino, Cebu faces severe infrastructure damage. Lusaran Dam paralyzed, thousands lack water and electricity. Community assistance continues as recovery efforts intensify.
Lazaro Named ASEAN Special Envoy for Myanmar
President Marcos appoints Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro as ASEAN Special Envoy on Myanmar. Learn how this move aims to champion peace in Southeast Asia.
Leadership During Typhoons: Presence Over Position
Recent absences of officials during typhoons spark debate on crisis leadership. True leadership means staying when disasters approach, not delegating responsibility.
Cebu Groups Demand 6 Actions for Flood Crisis
Cebu faces a worsening flood crisis after Typhoon Tino. Advocacy group MLC demands six immediate government actions, including no-build zones and watershed rehab. Will leaders act?
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 Water Crisis: 70K Homes Dry After Typhoon
Over 70,000 Cebu households face water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam and other key water sources. Officials race to restore supply amid logistical challenges.
Cebu water crisis affects 70,000 households post-typhoon
Typhoon Tino's devastation leaves 70,000 Cebu households without reliable water supply. MCWD races to restore damaged facilities while residents rely on deep wells and water rationing. Learn how the city is coping.
Cebu Water Crisis Continues After Typhoon Tino
Cebu residents face water shortages since Typhoon Tino hit on November 4. Advocacy group Cera demands power grid reforms to prevent utility emergencies across the province.
Cebu Flood Crisis: Two Leaders With Different Solutions
Cebu faces worsening floods as city and provincial leaders propose separate solutions. Will unified action emerge to protect communities from future disasters?
Cebu Bridge Damage Threatens Garbage Collection System
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival warns of potential bridge collapse in Bacayan-Talamban, threatening daily garbage collection of 600 metric tons. Army and DPWH assistance requested for emergency repairs.
Asturias Flood Crisis: Clean Water Plea After Disaster
Severe flooding in Asturias, Cebu has submerged homes and schools, forcing residents and educators to urgently appeal for clean drinking water assistance.
Mandaue Eyes State of Calamity Over Water Crisis
Mandaue City officials consider declaring a state of calamity as the prolonged dry spell and El Niño threaten water security, agriculture, and public health across Cebu communities.
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 Towns Struggle with Waste Management Compliance
Several municipalities in Cebu continue to face difficulties in establishing proper sanitary landfills, despite national laws mandating waste management compliance. Learn about the ongoing challenges and potential solutions.
FAA Cuts Flights 10% at 40 Airports in Shutdown Crisis
Massive flight reductions hit US airports as government shutdown cripples air traffic control operations, causing nationwide travel chaos and safety concerns.
Cebu Power Crisis: Lawmakers Demand Sustainable Solutions
Cebu faces escalating power outages prompting urgent calls for renewable energy investments and long-term infrastructure improvements from Philippine legislators.
Davao Hotline Aids 2,000 in Mental Health Crisis
Discover how Davao City's Kean Gabriel Hotline has become a crucial mental health resource, assisting over 2,000 individuals with depression and emotional crises since its establishment in 2016.
24.8M Filipinos Functionally Illiterate - Education Crisis
ACT Philippines reveals alarming data showing millions of functionally illiterate Filipinos, threatening the nation's future workforce and economic development.
Lost Upland Forests Worsen Cebu Flood Crisis
Rampant deforestation in Cebu's upland areas is exposing communities to severe flooding, with environmental experts warning of escalating disasters without immediate intervention.
Cebu Farmer's Plea to Bong Go: Solve Water Crisis
A Cebuano farmer's emotional appeal to Senator Bong Go highlights the severe water shortage affecting local agriculture and livelihoods in Cebu's mountainous regions.
Cebu Farmer's Emotional Plea Goes Viral Amid Climate Crisis
A Cebuano farmer's emotional plea for help goes viral as climate change devastates local agriculture. Discover how extreme weather is threatening livelihoods across the Philippines.
Mandaue Declares State of Calamity Over Water Crisis
Mandaue City faces a critical water crisis as Mayor Jonas Cortes declares a state of calamity, implementing emergency measures and seeking national government assistance.
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