Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026 after a six-month audit revealed P400M in structural defects. The city aims for partial operations by late 2026.
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026, targeting completion by October. The city also plans PhilHealth expansion to ensure the hospital's financial sustainability.
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro mandates stricter LGU dog pound standards and rabies control via EO 59, creating a new Animal Welfare Council and expanding marine wildlife protection.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs EO 59, creating the Provincial Animal Welfare Council to improve dog pounds, combat rabies, and protect marine species. Learn about the new mandates.
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.
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.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in October 2025, with residential projects down 27.4%. Get the full data and analysis on the sector's slowdown here.
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.
Lapu-Lapu City Veterinary Office reminds pet owners of legal duties under the Anti-Rabies Act after a stray dog's death. Learn how to report strays and about ongoing training programs.
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.
Animal welfare groups file charges under the Animal Welfare Act after a viral video shows a man beating a stray dog in Lapu-Lapu City. The dog later died from its injuries. Learn how to stay safe around strays.
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
A father in Barangay Babag, Lapu-Lapu City, killed a dog named Whitey after it chased his child. The viral incident ignites debate on animal welfare vs. public safety. Read the full story.
A Lapu-Lapu City father's act to protect his daughter from a stray dog has ignited a debate on animal welfare and public safety. The dog later died, raising concerns over aggressive strays.
Kapuso star Dennis Trillo triumphs as Best Actor at the 2025 Asian Academy Creative Awards in Singapore for 'Green Bones.' Discover the full list of Filipino winners and nominees.
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya appoints Dr. Janine Sarthou as Assistant City Veterinarian and presents a P10-million shelter plan with animal welfare groups.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
The Happy Animals Club challenges Davao City's statement on a planned public shelter, citing broken promises. The shelter faces eviction and needs ₱9 million to move 350 animals by year's end.
Backyard hog farmers using food scraps risk animal health and economic losses. Experts recommend composting instead to prevent disease transmission and protect livestock.
The Department of Agriculture transfers regulatory control over veterinary drugs and the dairy industry from the FDA to the BAI and NDA. Learn how this impacts local industries.
Senator Bam Aquino hails the historic P1.038 trillion education budget, the highest in Philippine history, funding classrooms, free college, and feeding programs. Stand for education, not corruption!
Aboitiz Foundation provides P3.3 million in construction assistance to 225 earthquake-affected families in San Remigio, Cebu. Learn how this initiative helps rebuild homes and communities.
A 54-year-old construction worker was fatally stabbed by riding-in-tandem suspects in Guadalupe, Cebu City. Family demands justice as police investigation continues.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in September 2025, with building permits down 25% and total value dropping 16%. Discover the key drivers behind this significant slowdown.
Former Congressman Dong Gonzales responds to Ombudsman investigation over alleged ties to ₱1.6 billion flood-control projects. Read his full statement and case details.