PH Hosts Karate One-Youth League 2026 at MOA Arena
The Philippines will host the prestigious Karate One-Youth League in May 2026. A national championship in Tagaytay will select young Filipino karatekas for this world-class event.
The Philippines will host the prestigious Karate One-Youth League in May 2026. A national championship in Tagaytay will select young Filipino karatekas for this world-class event.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte defends DPWH projects from 2020-2022, citing official certifications. Amid flood control fund debates, he challenges media to probe actual spending. Read more.
The ICI will proceed with its flood control project investigation, recommending criminal charges to the Ombudsman. Key findings are being finalized for handover.
The Bangsamoro Government delivers 100 new homes in Cotabato City to former combatants' families, marking a key peace milestone. Read about the Kapyanan program's impact.
Sports correspondent Glendale Rosal was blocked and harassed by a Cebu City Sports Commission staffer on Dec 21, 2025. The CFBJ demands a full investigation into this pattern of media disrespect.
The Cebu Federation of Beat Journalists demands an investigation and apology after a Cebu Daily News correspondent was aggressively barred from covering a Cebu City Christmas League game. Read the full story.
The Comelec has canceled the January 2026 filing of candidacy for the Bangsamoro polls due to the BTA's failure to pass a crucial districting law. Read for details and implications.
Domestic workers in BARMM will see their minimum monthly wage rise to P5,500 starting January 2026. Learn about the new wage order and its coverage.
The Philippines' record P6.794 trillion 2026 national budget promises progress, but faces the old ghosts of underspending and inefficiency. Will it build trust? The people are watching.
Comelec Chairman George Garcia warns the 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections may be delayed due to a missed legislative deadline. The commission is now eyeing a move to November 2026. Read the latest updates.
Nine local terrorists, including the son of the late BIFF founder, surrendered to the 1BCT in Sultan Kudarat. They turned in firearms and vowed to seek peace. Read the full story.
The PRC announces 79,696 new licensed teachers passed the 2025 LEPT. Registration for PRC IDs starts January 5, 2026. Read the full results and next steps here.
Cebu's Classic Youth Orchestra and Christ Our Mighty Savior Chamber, both founded by Prof. Reynaldo Abellana, delivered powerful holiday performances. CoMS Chamber toured Hong Kong and Macau with a 'Songs of Hope' concert.
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 Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
1,767 children of decommissioned MILF combatants received P25,000 each for school fees, part of a P200,000 scholarship program under the Bangsamoro peace deal. Read how this initiative builds a brighter future.
The Archdiocese of Cebu clarifies the liturgical distinctions between Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo. Learn the proper observance, vestment colors, and songs for this Filipino Advent tradition.
BARMM's MPW turns over a new P20-million student dormitory to Sulu State College in Patikul. The facility aims to ease accommodation constraints and enhance the learning environment for students and educators.
Cebu Provincial Government cites earthquakes and national agency requests for the non-use of three completed projects flagged by COA. Officials detail plans to activate the P50.4M facilities.
President BBM certifies four major reform bills as urgent, aiming to tackle political dynasties and corruption. Experts urge caution, calling for deeper systemic changes. Read the analysis.
The Office of the Special Assistant to the President calls for urgent enactment of the Bangsamoro districting law to ensure credible elections on March 30, 2026. Learn why this law is critical.
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.
Sixty young leaders from Basilan underwent a four-day training to empower them for community development. Discover how the program aims to rebuild post-conflict areas.
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'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.
Law enforcement operations in Maguindanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, and Lanao del Norte led to seven arrests and the confiscation of over half a million pesos worth of shabu. Read the full details.
A groundbreaking ceremony in Datu Hoffer marks the start of a 100-unit housing project for former MILF fighters, a key step in the Bangsamoro normalization process. Learn more about this development initiative.
The Commission on Audit raises serious concerns over Cebu City's financial reporting, asset management, and low use of development funds. Discover the key findings and recommendations.
COA's 2024 audit reveals Cebu City reported P11.18B as spent but not disbursed, with a P3.9B development fund only 7.4% used. Read the full report on financial transparency.
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.