Mildred, a widow over 60, seeks advice after being denied a share in her late husband's ancestral home, which burned down. She asks Papa Joe for legal guidance on her family's rights. Read her story and the expert's response.
Metro Cebu's residential property prices fell 8% in Q3 2025, the steepest quarterly decline among major Philippine urban markets. Explore the data and what it means for buyers and investors.
Cebu and the Philippine property sector will focus on rebuilding trust and affordable housing in 2026 after a tough 2025. Industry leaders Anthony Leuterio and Harold See outline the recovery path. Read more.
Property developers warn outdated drainage systems threaten Cebu's growth. They demand a comprehensive, Metro Cebu-wide master plan to prevent flooding and secure investments. Action is urgent.
A P27 million property scam reveals how fake land titles are issued in the Philippines. Learn the shocking details and how to protect yourself from real estate fraud. Buyer, beware!
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, as new RDC 7 chair, prioritizes infrastructure, inclusive economic growth, and health systems for her 3-year term. Read her full agenda.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, as new RDC 7 chair, prioritizes infrastructure, inclusive growth, and health systems for Central Visayas. Learn about her post-disaster recovery vision.
Bacolod Rep. Alfredo Benitez files a resolution for an inquiry into the Slow Food Movement in Negros Occidental to assess its potential for sustainable development in the Visayas. Read more.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is now the chairperson of the Regional Development Council in Central Visayas (RDC-7). She succeeds Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado, who passed the torch in a formal ceremony.
Davao City's Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) mandates subdivision developers to provide essential documents for building permits. Failure to comply causes delays for unit owners. Learn about the required papers and developer obligations.
Bacolod City's veterinary chief faces a show-cause order after P2.4 million worth of ASF test kits expired. Mayor Gasataya demands an explanation for the alleged gross neglect of duty.
Philippines economy expects year-end growth boost from holiday spending and remittances despite Q3 slowdown. Cebu leads provincial office market with 52% of deals.
China's Consul General in Davao outlines the 15th Five-Year Plan priorities including high-quality development and opening up, offering new cooperation opportunities for Philippines.
Environmental planner questions why watershed protection measures weren't implemented during architect Espina's tenure as Cebu City planning coordinator. Read the full analysis.
CCCI proposes expert-led Cebu masterplan following twin calamities and ghost project scandal. Plan aims to safeguard investments and ensure climate resilience.
The Real Estate Construct & Furnishing Expo at SMX Clark displayed P500M in housing, boosting workforce stability and investor interest in Central Luzon.
Cebu's massive infrastructure developments face weather challenges. Learn how the province balances progress with disaster preparedness and climate resilience.
Cebu Provincial Board Member Celestino Martinez III calls for urgent creation of updated master plan to address disaster recovery and development pressures. Learn about the critical timeline.
The Department of Agriculture boosts local farmers in Zamboanga Sibugay with a P2.4 million carabao multiplier farm. Discover how this initiative supports sustainable agriculture.
Davao City Government issues Executive Order for Youth Development Council implementation. Learn about the new guidelines, membership structure, and how Dabawenyo youth can participate.
Davao City emerges as top 5 fastest-growing highly urbanized city with 7.9% growth, contributing ₱574.72B to national GDP. Discover Davao's economic surge.
Exploring Angeles City's urban evolution from historic roots to modern challenges. Can strategic development balance growth with sustainability? Discover the vision for this booming Philippine city.
Former Cebu City official warns halted Monterrazas de Cebu development creates landslide danger. DENR stoppage order leaves slopes exposed without stabilization measures. Learn the risks.
Former Cebu City Planning chief Architect Joseph Michael Espina outlines three crucial strategies from JICA's master plan to address flooding and enable sustainable development in Metro Cebu through watershed-focused planning.
Former Cebu planning director warns Monterrazas de Cebu faces immediate landslide threat due to exposed excavations. Tropical depression Verbena compounds the danger.
Former Cebu City planning chief Joseph Michael Espina advocates for Jica's 2015 Metro Cebu Roadmap strategies to address flooding through growth dispersal and green infrastructure.
Discover why stress originates internally from unfinished tasks and misaligned goals. Learn practical strategies to close open loops and regain mental clarity in daily life.
Davao City government intensifies PPP efforts for multi-level parking hubs amid worsening congestion. JBC Food Corporation expresses interest in developing temporary and long-term parking facilities.
Cebu City officials are expediting review of P1.5 billion unutilized Local Development Fund projects since 2016. Mayor Archival urges barangays to identify relocation sites for typhoon-affected families.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival directs barangays to identify relocation sites to move families from classrooms and danger zones. P1.5B in delayed projects reviewed.