NSCR Extension Clark Segment Hits Construction Milestones
The Department of Transportation marks significant progress in the North-South Commuter Railway Extension in Clark, Pampanga, with girder installation and rail welding underway.
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PH Visa Apps Up 8% in 2025, Doorstep Service Soars 62%
VFS Global reports an 8% increase in Philippine visa applications in 2025, driven by restored traveler confidence. Popular destinations include Australia and Japan, with doorstep services rising 62%.
Damosa Land Breaks Ground on TRYP by Wyndham Samal
Damosa Land Inc. has started construction on the TRYP by Wyndham Samal condominium-hotel, a four-star development on Samal Island. This project aims to enhance tourism and real estate investment in Southern Philippines, coinciding with the ongoing Samal I
NBI Probes Tumabini Real Estate Over Unfinished Cebu Housing
More than 20 homebuyers in Metro Cebu have filed complaints with the NBI against Tumabini Real Estate Corporation, accusing it of syndicated estafa and illegal sales related to unfinished preselling projects.
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Senate to Probe High Domestic Travel Costs in PH
The Senate Committee on Tourism will investigate why traveling within the Philippines is more expensive than trips to neighboring Asian countries, citing infrastructure gaps and high operational costs.
Naga Residents Await DPWH Compensation for MCE Project
Residents in Naga, Cebu, whose homes were affected by the Metro Cebu Expressway construction, have not received just compensation from DPWH since 2018, despite project deadlines.
Cebu Homebuyers File Complaint with NBI Over Developer
Over 20 homebuyers in Metro Cebu have filed a legal complaint with the NBI against Tumabini Land Development Corp. for alleged illegal selling and bounced checks, as their townhouse projects remain unfinished since 2019.
Cebu Office Vacancy Hits 5-Year Low as IT-BPM Expands
Cebu's office market ended 2025 with the lowest vacancy rates in five years at 11%, driven by strong IT-BPM demand. CBRE reports IT Park vacancy at 6.4% and Business Park at 7.3%, with 128,500 sqm of office space taken up.
OPEC+ Extends Oil Output Pause into March 2026
OPEC+ alliance, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, decides to continue pausing monthly oil production increases in March 2026, citing seasonal factors and market uncertainty.
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Next-Gen CEOs Fail Without Historical Humility
A leadership expert reveals how next-generation CEOs with elite credentials often lack situational humility, leading to costly unpreparedness in uncertain times, drawing from a case study of a family business.
PH Economy Forecast: 5% Growth in 2026
A new study predicts the Philippine economy will grow by 5% in 2026, supported by early budget allocations to LGUs and manageable inflation, aiming to exceed government targets.
DSWD 7 Promotes 4Ps Backyard Gardening in Cebu
The DSWD Field Office 7 encourages 4Ps beneficiaries in Central Visayas to engage in backyard and communal gardening to enhance nutrition, food security, and community unity, with over 200,000 households already participating.
Philippines Needs Quality Tourism: Attracting Affluent Visitors
The Philippines must shift from volume-based tourism to attracting solvent Western tourists who spend more, stay longer, and demand higher standards to boost the economy sustainably.
Cebu to Regularize Tartanilla Rides Post-ASEAN Forum
Cebu City plans to make tartanilla rides a regular tourism offering following positive feedback from ASEAN delegates, aiming to launch in March 2026.
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Cebu's Legacy in East Asian Tourism Forum (Eatof)
A look back at Cebu's foundational involvement in the East Asian Tourism Forum (Eatof), highlighting key proponents, landmarks, and its impact on regional tourism collaboration.
BDO Honors Barangay Officials for Scammer Arrest
BDO Unibank and CCAP recognized Barangay Bel-Air officials in Makati City for aiding in the arrest of scammers with IMSI catchers, devices that intercept mobile communications. The PNP-ACG led the operation after detecting suspicious signals, and BDO plan
PamCham Calls for Governance Reform as Philippine GDP Growth Drops
The Pampanga Chamber of Commerce urges national government to restore public trust and improve efficiency after 2025 GDP growth fell to 4.7%, citing infrastructure delays and corruption concerns.
Siquijor Starts P50 Tourism Ecological Fee Collection
Siquijor's local government begins collecting a P50 ecological fee from departing tourists to fund environmental protection and cultural preservation projects, with exemptions for residents and children.
NCR Domestic Workers Get P7,800 Minimum Wage Hike
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board approves a wage increase for domestic workers in Metro Manila, benefiting over 220,000 individuals starting February 2026.
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Consumer Group Supports Electricity Reforms, Details Benefits
The Alliance of Concerned Consumers in Electricity and Social Services expresses strong support for amendments to the Magna Carta for Household Electricity Consumers and EPIRA, citing lower bills and enhanced protections for Filipino consumers.
Sicogon Island Demands Ayala Land Fulfill Development Promise
Negrense businessman Alfredo Luis Sarrosa calls on Ayala Land Inc. to deliver its commitment to develop Sicogon Island in Carles, Iloilo, citing 15 years of stalled progress and broken promises to local residents.
Palawan Group Triumphs at 61st Anvil Awards
The Palawan Group of Companies celebrates three prestigious wins at the 61st Anvil Awards, recognized for its impactful government partnerships and customer-focused communications.
Cebu Furniture Brand Finali Shines at Paris Design Fair
Cebu-based furniture brand Finali highlights Filipino craftsmanship globally by presenting its Zulu Bench at Maison&Objet Paris 2026, the premier international trade fair for home and lifestyle design.
Fuel Price Hike: Diesel Up P1.60/Liter in Feb 2026
Pilipinas Shell, PetroGazz, Cleanfuel, Seaoil, and Caltex announce significant fuel price increases effective February 2, 2026, with diesel rising by P1.60 per liter, gasoline by P0.80, and kerosene by P1.10.
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Filinvest FBSC Wins Asian Management Excellence Awards 2026
Filinvest Business Services Corporation (FBSC) secures Philippines Team and Executive of the Year awards at the Asian Management Excellence Awards 2026, recognizing its rapid operational success and leadership under SVP Perdasille Carlos-Mesina.
Marcos Opens ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 in Cebu
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inaugurated the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 in Cebu City, emphasizing tourism as a bridge for regional cooperation and sustainable development in the Philippines.
BOC-Cebu Seizes P1.6M in Undeclared Phones
The Bureau of Customs in Cebu confiscated 247 branded mobile phones from China, valued at P1.6 million, for violating customs laws by misdeclaring them as personal effects.
Bohol's Virgin Island Reopens with Stricter Tourism Rules
Punta Island, known as Virgin Island in Panglao, Bohol, reopens to the public with new strict marine tourism rules approved by DENR-7 and PAMB to protect fragile ecosystems.
SC Rules for GMA Talents in 11-Year Labor Battle
The Supreme Court has affirmed that 94 GMA Network talents are regular employees, not contractors, ordering reinstatement and back wages after an 11-year legal fight.
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Philippines Wins 27 ASEAN Tourism Awards, Cebu Properties Shine
Bai Hotel Cebu earns its third ASEAN MICE Venue Award as the Philippines secures 27 recognitions at the ASEAN Tourism Standards ceremony in Cebu City, highlighting the country's tourism excellence.
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