60-Day Price Freeze on Basic Goods in Effect
The Philippine government implements a 60-day price freeze on basic necessities across the country following President Marcos Jr.'s state of calamity declaration due to El Niño.
The Philippine government implements a 60-day price freeze on basic necessities across the country following President Marcos Jr.'s state of calamity declaration due to El Niño.
Davao educators challenge the Department of Education's localization policy, citing unfair treatment and calling for immediate review to ensure equitable opportunities for all teachers.
Cebu-based anti-corruption advocates face criminal charges from PNP-CIDG in what critics call a blatant attempt to silence government critics. Human rights groups condemn the escalating suppression of dissent.
Central Visayas records 2.6% inflation in October 2024, the highest rate outside NCR. Food and transport costs drive price increases across the region as economic pressures mount.
Philippine inflation remains unchanged at 1.7% in October 2025, with food prices slowing while transport costs rise. Get the full breakdown of how this affects Filipino consumers and the economy.
EastWest Bank reports impressive 14% profit growth driven by strong consumer lending performance in Cebu and nationwide expansion.
Mandaue City establishes a Price Monitoring Committee to ensure fair pricing of essential goods and prevent overcharging during economic challenges.
Mandaue City launches proactive Price Monitoring Council to ensure fair pricing of basic goods and prevent overcharging during economic challenges.
Mandaue City establishes Price Monitoring Council to ensure fair pricing of basic goods and prevent profiteering amid economic challenges.
Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon pushes for groundbreaking legislation granting same-sex partners hospital visitation and medical decision-making rights, challenging traditional family definitions in healthcare.
Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon proposes groundbreaking ordinance granting LGBT family members equal hospital visitation and medical decision-making rights in Cebu City.
A brewing controversy in Pampanga's political landscape questions whether residency requirements truly serve voters or become tools for political manipulation. Discover the ongoing debate about genuine representation.
DOLE Bacolod reports alarming surge in labor complaints with unpaid salaries and illegal terminations dominating cases. Workers seek justice as employment disputes escalate.
A groundbreaking court ruling in Cebu challenges the gig economy model, ordering companies to recognize delivery riders as regular employees with full benefits and job security.
Angeles City's Anti-Fake Task Force intensifies market inspections, seizing substandard meat products to ensure food safety standards across public markets in Pampanga.
The Department of Trade and Industry in Davao Region intensifies its campaign against shortchanging and inaccurate weighing scales, reminding businesses of strict penalties under the Consumer Act.