P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
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Duterte Assures Transparency on P49B Davao DPWH Projects
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.
Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Amid Probe
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
Marcos Halts New Flood Budget, Demands Accountability
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Malacañang Demands Proof for Budget Insertion Allegations
Malacañang challenges Rep. Leandro Leviste to substantiate his claims of 2025 budget insertions with verified documents. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro dismisses 'Cabral files' as hearsay. Read the latest political dispute.
Cebu 7th District Leads Region with P32.87B DPWH Funds
Cebu's 7th District secured the largest share of DPWH infrastructure funds for Central Visayas from 2023-2026. Get the full breakdown of allocations and what it means for the region's development.
Cebu 7th District Leads Region in P32.87B DPWH Allocation
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Aboitiz, BlackRock's GIP Seal P13.7B Infrastructure Deal
Aboitiz Equity Ventures and BlackRock's GIP finalize a P13.7 billion partnership to boost Philippine airports, water, and digital infrastructure. Discover how this shapes the nation's future.
DPWH-11 Officials Quarantined in Lapu-Lapu City Jail
Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya and eight other DPWH Region 11 officials are in mandatory quarantine at Lapu-Lapu City Jail. They face graft and malversation charges, with a hearing set for January 13, 2026.
Finding True Christmas Meaning for Philippine Flood Survivors
This Christmas, millions of Filipinos suffer from devastating floods. The true spirit lies not in rituals but in imitating Christ's humanity through concrete action for survivors.
Lacson: Death of Ex-DPWH Official Tragic for Probe
Senator Ping Lacson calls the death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral tragic, saying she could have exposed corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. Read the latest on the Senate investigation.
DPWH: Fast, Quality, Affordable Infra Projects for 2026
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon commits to replicating successful rapid, cost-effective, and high-quality infrastructure builds in 2026, citing recent projects as proof of concept.
Ex-DPWH Official's Death a Blow to Corruption Probe
Senator Ping Lacson laments the tragic death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral, who could have exposed massive corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. The Blue Ribbon Committee seeks her potential notes to aid the ongoing investigation.
Lapu-Lapu P14.6M Skywalk Project Delayed Again
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses another completion target. The contractor now promises to finish the project this December 2025.
DPWH Witness Death Mystery: Suicide or Foul Play?
The suspicious death of DPWH budget gatekeeper Ma. Catalina Cabral raises questions amid a multi-billion peso graft probe. Was it suicide or murder? Details inside.
Cabral Death Ruled Suicide, Probe Ties to Flood Projects
DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma, officials say. PNP deepens probe, linking it to the multi-billion peso flood control controversy. Read the latest.
Lapu-Lapu's P14.6M Skywalk Faces Another Delay
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses its November 2025 deadline. Rep. Ahong Chan warns of penalties for further delays. Read the latest updates.
Remains of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Found in Benguet Ravine
The PNP recovers former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral from a 30-meter ravine. No foul play is indicated, but the probe ties into the flood control project investigation. Read the latest updates.
Remulla: No Foul Play in DPWH Official's Death
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla states former DPWH Usec. Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma. PNP continues probe, links it to flood control controversy. Read the latest updates.
Danao City Rejects DPWH Projects, Seeks Fund Realignment
Danao City Mayor refuses permits for ₱89.35M DPWH road projects, calling for funds to be redirected to urgent bridge repairs and flood control after Typhoon Tino. A clash over local priorities vs. national planning.
No Special Jail Treatment for DPWH Flood Control Case Accused
NBI-Central Visayas assures equal treatment for contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers detained over a P96.5M flood control anomaly. Justice Secretary Vida's directive aims to restore public trust in the justice system.
Flood Control Contractor Jailed for P96.5M Ghost Project
Contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face graft charges over a non-existent flood control project. NBI vows no special treatment in Lapu-Lapu City Jail. Read the full story.
Danao Mayor Rejects Non-Priority DPWH Road Projects
Mayor Nito Durano denies permits for DPWH's 2026 projects in Danao City, calling them non-essential. He urges fund reallocation to urgent needs like bridge rehab post-Typhoon Tino. Read the full story.
Top DPWH Official Found Dead in Benguet Ravine
The body of DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found in a 40-meter ravine along Kennon Road. Questions swirl around her death as she was a key figure in a flood control scandal.
Contractor faces graft for P96.5M Davao 'ghost project'
Controversial contractor Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya, accused in a P96.5 million ghost project, faces graft charges transferred to Lapu-Lapu City court. 11 DPWH engineers also implicated. Read the latest developments.
Death of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Amid Flood Control Probe
The sudden death of former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral in Baguio raises questions. Authorities urge a thorough probe, stressing justice must follow due process, not public pressure.
PNP Probes Death of Ex-DPWH Official Catalina Cabral
Acting PNP Chief orders CIDG and PRO-Cordillera to investigate the death of former DPWH Usec Catalina Cabral, who fell from a Benguet cliff. Authorities confirm autopsy and DNA tests amid fraud concerns.
Contractor Discaya faces non-bailable graft cases in Lapu-Lapu
Flood control contractor Sara Discaya and 11 DPWH officials face non-bailable graft charges in Lapu-Lapu City's new anti-graft court over a P96.5-million ghost project. Read the latest developments.
Davao Coastal Road Segment B Opens, Councilor Raises Safety Alarm
Davao City Councilor Jopet Baluran expresses shock over the forced opening of the Coastal Bypass Road Segment B, citing incomplete safety measures. Get the latest on the traffic impact and official reactions.
DNA Test Ordered for Body of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral
Authorities will conduct DNA and autopsy tests on a body found in Benguet, believed to be former DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral, amid an ongoing probe into flood control anomalies. Read the latest updates.
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