Cebu BRT Gets 'Unsatisfactory' Rating from World Bank
The World Bank rates Cebu's Bus Rapid Transit project as 'unsatisfactory' due to major delays and missed targets. Key components may not be finished on schedule. Read the full report.
The World Bank rates Cebu's Bus Rapid Transit project as 'unsatisfactory' due to major delays and missed targets. Key components may not be finished on schedule. Read the full report.
The World Bank labels the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit project's implementation as unsatisfactory, citing high risk and missed targets. Learn about the delays and implications.
A religious group claiming to own the world blocked a national highway in Davao Oriental on Christmas Day, demanding millions in rent from the government. Police peacefully resolved the incident.
After 30+ years, Sitio NHA in Cebu City uplands finally has reliable water via MCWD. Mayor Archival inspected the project bringing relief to 240+ residents. Read more.
Frederick Kesner of CCNSHS founded Project Alaga to provide free healthcare after witnessing a mother's struggle. The initiative has served over 3,000 families and earned him national recognition as one of the Ten Outstanding Boy Scouts of the Philippines
Residents of Sitio NHA in Barangay Busay, Cebu City, celebrate as MCWD water flows after three decades of waiting. Mayor Archival leads the project bringing service to 240 households, with more connections planned for 2026.
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.
A police operation in Cebu City turned violent as a suspect opened fire on officers serving a warrant. One man was shot, and authorities recovered suspected shabu and a firearm. Read the full report.
Plantation Bay Resort's annual Christmas party, themed 'An Oriental Soirée,' featured dazzling cultural performances. Discover which team won the grand prize and see the resort's new cinematic vision.
Sally Santos, owner of SYMS Construction, returns PHP 15 million as partial restitution in a DOJ investigation into anomalous flood control projects. Details on the MOA and the legislative inquiry revelations.
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade and MILG-Sulu awarded the second tranche of Project TUGON livelihood aid to 44 beneficiaries in Patikul, Sulu, reinforcing government support for peace and development.
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.
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.
Frank Vicoy and Nico Ornopia win Tour de Cebu 2025 Grand Champions title in a 1972 Porsche 914. Discover the winners and stories from the historic 1000km sports car rally across Negros.
PRO-NIR inaugurates the new Bacong Municipal Police Station, enhancing law enforcement and community safety through strengthened LGU partnership. Read about this milestone for Negros Oriental.
High-profile contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face detention in Lapu-Lapu City Jail over a P96.5M flood control scam. NBI and DOJ vow no special treatment. Read the latest.
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.
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.
The Sandiganbayan Third Division has dismissed the graft case against former Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista over a 2019 solar project. His former administrator was convicted. Read the full story.
Basilan's Sumisip District Hospital now has a reliable P8 million solar power system, ensuring continuous medical services. Governor Hataman leads the green energy shift for healthcare. #Basilan #Healthcare #RenewableEnergy
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.
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.
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 City's Project Monitoring Committee wins the 2024 DavPrIME Best City PMC Award for governance excellence. Learn how transparency and community involvement set the standard.
Davao City Government and DCWD install eight 2,000-liter water tanks in upland Barangay Langub, providing free potable water to over 1,150 households. Read about this vital interim solution.
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
DPWH Secretary Vivencio Dizon directs new Bulacan officials to finish all unfinished dikes, prioritizing the Calumpit site of a 'ghost' project. Read the latest on the flood control probe.
Mandaue City relocates families displaced by Typhoon Tino to new modular homes in Barangay Guizo. The project, part of a national directive, provides complete housing and community facilities. Read about this new beginning.
DA-Davao refutes claims of selling FMR projects, reaffirms transparent bidding. Details on recent P177M, P57M projects in Davao Region and a P65.5B backlog.
Robert Gaza, a Pampanga businessman, provided free rice to 7,000 poor families in Angeles City and Porac as a Christmas social responsibility project. Read about this heartwarming community initiative.