Months after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake and Typhoon Tino hit Cebu, hundreds of families spent Christmas away from home, still waiting for permanent relocation sites. Read their stories and the ongoing challenges.
A powerful 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Taiwan on December 27, 2025, causing strong shaking across the island. Authorities warn of potential aftershocks.
Months after a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino devastated Cebu, hundreds remain displaced with no clear relocation in sight. Read their stories and the slow government response.
The Pampanga Provincial Government received GSIS recognition for slashing unpaid premiums by over ₱5.6 million. This ensures uninterrupted benefits for employees and strengthens public trust. Read about the key agencies cited.
Cebu faces twin disasters of earthquake and storm in late 2025, challenging communities. As the year ends, the struggle to heal versus the rush to move on defines the recovery. Read more about Cebu's resilience.
Over 1,400 Aeta families in Pampanga received financial and in-kind assistance from the DSWD and local government. Three families also got livelihood grants. Read more about this holiday support initiative.
A new eight-classroom school, donated by Davao's Fil-Chinese community, brings hope and safe learning to Tulunan students six years after devastating earthquakes destroyed their old campus.
DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
The Pampanga Provincial Government provides P2,000 cash, rice, and food packs to 4,281 patients battling serious illnesses. Governor Lilia Pineda leads the aid distribution to ease financial burdens.
DepEd 7 grapples with rehabilitating hundreds of Cebu schools damaged by a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino. With a P5.5B need and only P1.2B released, 700,000 students' education is at risk. Read more.
Pampanga High School students and teachers participated in a disaster preparedness drill led by the City DRRMO. Learn how the exercise aims to save lives.
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.
A personal account of Christmas away from home during Typhoon Odette, reflecting on Cebu's recent disasters and the call for compassion this holiday season. Let's help those in need.
Pampanga police arrested six suspects and confiscated over PHP 100,000 worth of illegal drugs in coordinated operations across the province. Details on the crackdown inside.
Governor Lilia Pineda and family surprised 52 children battling cancer and liver disease with a day at Pradera Theme Park and ₱15,000 cash aid each. A heartwarming Christmas story of hope and community support in Pampanga.
Governor Lilia Pineda leads Pampanga's year-end assessment, recognizing over 3,000 barangay officials and drivers for their service. Read about the Capitol's 2025 accomplishments.
Over 1,300 tourism workers in Davao Oriental affected by October earthquakes receive P10,341 each via Emergency Cash Transfer. DSWD and DOT lead recovery initiative.
Eleven Rotary Clubs in Pampanga delivered noche buena packs, meals, and gifts to undernourished children in Barangay Maliwalu, Bacolor, as part of an ongoing 120-day feeding program.
Arayat Mayor and Pampanga Rep. appeal for urgent repairs to the cracked Cupang dike, a critical flood barrier protecting thousands of families. Swift action needed to prevent disaster.
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.
DOLE Pampanga and the provincial government distributed over P10 million in salaries and livelihood aid to 1,690 students and 113 small business owners. Read how this initiative empowers the local community.
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
RAFI Microfinance's Kaagapay Outreach delivers free medical, psychological aid to communities in Cebu & Negros hit by earthquake and typhoon. See how they're helping rebuild lives.
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
Arayat leads five Pampanga LGUs honored as 2025 PEACE Marker Champions for outstanding peace and order programs. The award highlights the province's drive for community resilience.
The LausGroup-BPI Christmas Fest 2025 is now open at the LausGroup Complex in San Fernando, Pampanga. Enjoy three days of car deals, food, live concerts, and a Christmas market until December 6. Visit now!
The European Union provides over P660 million in humanitarian aid for Filipino communities hit by recent disasters. Ambassador Massimo Santoro visits Cebu to oversee relief efforts.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro allocates P2 million each for nine northern Cebu churches damaged in the Sept. 30, 2025, earthquake to aid recovery and boost tourism. Read more.
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro cancels the Capitol's grand Christmas party to focus resources on recovery efforts for earthquake and typhoon victims. A message of unity and compassion this holiday season.