DSWD-7 Aids Binaliw Landslide Victims in Cebu

The DSWD Field Office 7 distributed P10,000 and Family Food Packs to 11 families affected by the Binaliw landslide in Cebu City through the AICS program, with plans to expand assistance.

Bacolod Fires Destroy 20 Houses, No Injuries

A series of fire incidents in Bacolod City over the weekend destroyed at least 20 houses across two barangays, with property damage estimated at P165,000. No injuries were reported as authorities investigate the causes.

15 Dead, 219 Rescued as Ferry Sinks Near Basilan

A passenger-cargo ferry sank off Baluk-Baluk Island, Basilan, killing at least 15 people. Rescue operations saved 219 passengers, with 43 missing. The vessel, MV Trisha Kerstin 3, was en route from Zamboanga to Jolo.

Cebu Launches Data-Driven Cleanliness Drive

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs Executive Order No. 3, mandating all barangays, cities, and municipalities to publicly report waste management data to curb littering and improve sanitation.

Cebu City's 600-Ton Daily Waste Crisis with No Disposal

Cebu City faces a severe waste management crisis after Binaliw landfill closure, collecting 500-600 tons daily with no disposal site. Mayors of Talisay and Minglanilla refuse waste, citing environmental risks and Supreme Court rulings.

Cebu Waste Crisis After Landfill Collapse

The collapse of the 20-story Binaliw landfill in Cebu City has triggered a severe waste disposal emergency, forcing officials to urgently search for new dumping sites amid political disagreements.

Python Abuse in Davao Sparks PETA Outrage

A viral video showing a man violently swinging a python on a Davao City road has drawn condemnation from PETA and celebrities, highlighting animal welfare laws and ecological concerns.

Fifth Body Recovered from Sunken MBCA Amejara

Philippine authorities confirm recovery of fifth body from capsized MBCA Amejara, with all remains found within country's Exclusive Economic Zone near Davao Occidental. Search operations continue for missing passengers.

Philippine Landfills Fail Laws, Fuel Climate Injustice

Across the Philippines, sanitary landfills operate as dumping grounds, mixing waste types and releasing methane. Leachate contaminates water, harming health and fisheries, while marginalized communities bear the brunt.

Manila Earthquake Drill Set as Swarm, Big One Threats Loom

Manila City will conduct a large-scale earthquake drill in Intramuros on January 30, 2026, to boost public readiness, coinciding with Phivolcs warnings on Sultan Kudarat's swarm and UST's campus-wide preparations for the West Valley Fault.

Amihan Drops Temperatures in PH, Baguio at 10.6°C

The northeast monsoon, or Amihan, has caused a significant temperature drop in parts of the Philippines, with Baguio City recording 10.6°C. PAGASA forecasts continued cool weather and light rains.

US Prepares for Severe Ice Storm, Flight Cancellations Rise

A significant portion of the United States is under winter snow warnings, with up to 16 inches of ice expected in New York City over three days. Multiple states have declared emergencies, and over 1,500 flights have been canceled, primarily from Dallas-Fo

Page 9 of 48