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.
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.
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.
In Cebu, the festive glow of Fuente Osmeña's tree masks a harsh reality for families like the Abellanas. As inflation bites and disaster victims rebuild, Christmas becomes a season of survival. Read how Cebuanos are finding hope.
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.
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.
The DHSUD and Mandaue City inaugurate Pasilong sa Paradise, a model modular community with 200 homes for families displaced by Typhoon Tino. First 14 families move in Dec. 22. Read more.
Mandaue City and DHSUD begin relocating displaced families to new modular homes in Pasilong sa Paradise. The project, part of a national model community, offers complete facilities and a fresh start after Typhoon Tino. 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.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano announces the near-completion of a transitory relocation site for families displaced by Typhoon Tino. Read about the housing units, facilities, and priority list.
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.
Senator Imee Marcos brings hope to families affected by Typhoon Tino with Christmas gifts and food packs for 800 beneficiaries in Danao City and Liloan. Read how the community found relief.
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.
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.
The NHA and Bacolod City Government distributed P4.39 million to 145 residents of Barangay 27 who lost homes in a September fire. Mayor Gasataya also presented a long-term on-site housing plan.
Zamboanga City Government distributed P10,000 and rice to 20 families affected by separate fires. Mayor Olaso gave an extra P2,000 and offered materials for rebuilding homes. Learn more about the relief efforts.
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.
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.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
Cebu City Hall continues systematic relief distribution to all affected barangays following recent earthquakes and typhoon. Over a hundred families already assisted. Learn how to get help.
Cebu Province lights its Capitol Christmas tree but cancels the grand party to focus resources on earthquake and typhoon recovery. Governor Baricuatro calls for a meaningful, united holiday season.
The M Lhuillier Tree of Hope in Cebu City shines as a symbol of healing after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake and Typhoon Tino. See how the community finds light amidst loss.