Cebu Hospitals on High Alert as Haze Persists

Governor Pamela Baricuatro has mandated heightened readiness in provincial and district hospitals as haze affects parts of Cebu, with emergency operations activated and health agencies consulted.

Lapu-Lapu City Adds P3M to Rice Program for Wider Access

Lapu-Lapu City Government allocates P3 million from its General Fund to purchase additional rice, supplementing the P20-per-kilo subsidized program. This initiative aims to expand distribution to mainland barangays, Olango Island, and nearby islets, benef

Cooperatives Shield Philippines from Food Insecurity Amid Crises

Agricultural cooperatives in the Philippines are emerging as critical buffers against food insecurity, driven by rising fuel prices from Middle East tensions and the looming El Niño. A recent expo in Cebu highlighted initiatives to strengthen these system

DTI P2B Loan for EV Transition for Small Transport

The Department of Trade and Industry, via Small Business Corp., has set aside P2 billion to fund small transport operators and drivers with business licenses shifting to electric vehicles. Loans up to P3 million per borrower are available with a five-year

Metro Cebu Heat Index Reaches 34°C Amid High Humidity

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reports a heat index of 34 degrees Celsius in Metro Cebu, with actual air temperature at 31°C. Humidity significantly increases the perceived heat, affecting residents' comfo

Cebu City Fire Destroys Eight Homes, 30 Displaced

A fire in Barangay Pahina Central, Cebu City, destroyed eight houses and damaged two others, affecting 12 families. The blaze, possibly caused by unattended cooking, resulted in an estimated P180,000 in damages.

Metro Cebu Air Quality Hits Unhealthy Levels

Air quality in parts of Metro Cebu reached unhealthy levels on Friday, April 17, 2026, with PM2.5 exceeding 100 AQI. EMB-7 is investigating local sources like vehicle emissions and road dust as contributing factors.

Cebu Probes Medical Waste Dumping in Bogo City

Cebu health officials launch an investigation into improper disposal of hospital waste, including syringes and clinic equipment, found scattered along a road in Bogo City, posing public health risks.

Cebu City Sidewalk Crisis: Pedestrians Face Traffic Dangers

In Cebu City, narrow, obstructed, and poorly maintained sidewalks force pedestrians onto roads, increasing accident risks. Key areas like Colon Street and Osmeña Boulevard are affected, impacting daily commuters and worsening traffic congestion.

Davao City Hall Repaint and EV Ordinance Progress

Davao City Hall's façade is being repainted white for its 100th anniversary and Araw ng Davao, while the city finalizes an Electric Vehicle Ordinance with tax incentives to boost green transport.

Metro Cebu Air Quality Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Air quality in parts of Metro Cebu has reached unhealthy levels for sensitive groups, with PM2.5 levels in Talisay City hitting an AQI of 101. Authorities are investigating the cause, advising residents to limit outdoor activities and wear N95 masks.

Cebu Pacific Among World's Most Sustainable Airlines

Cebu Pacific has been recognized by S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment as one of the world's most sustainable airlines, ranking in the top 25% globally and leading Philippine carriers with superior environmental and social performance metric

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