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.
A 10-year-old boy was injured in Bago City after a Santa hat containing firecracker powder exploded. Separately, a fire in Kabankalan City destroyed 9 houses, displacing 91 people. Read the latest updates.
After 2025's disasters, a new journalism approach asks why Cebu suffered so much. It shifts focus from survival stories to accountability for flood control funds and failed projects. Read the investigation.
Sixteen families displaced by Typhoon Tino have moved into new prefabricated homes in Mandaue City just before Christmas. Mayor Ouano calls it a step towards recovery. Read their story.
Sixteen families displaced by Typhoon Tino in Mandaue City have moved into new prefabricated homes just before Christmas. Read about their journey and the city's Bayanihan Village project.
Survivors of Typhoon Tino in Cebu City celebrated Christmas 2025 with karaoke and simple meals at an evacuation center, showcasing unity and hope after devastating floods. Read their inspiring story.
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.
Sixteen families displaced by Typhoon Tino in Mandaue City have received new modular homes just before Christmas. Read about their journey from evacuation centers to a safer community.
A large emergency-level fire came within 2km of Boddington, WA on Christmas Day, burning 3,700 hectares. Residents evacuated as firefighters battle the blaze. Read the latest updates.
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.
Zamboanga City's disaster office raises blue alert status for the holidays. Officials are on standby; residents urged to unplug Christmas lights when out. Hotlines provided.
285 families in Barangay Cotcot, Liloan, Cebu receive home recovery assistance from Aboitiz Foundation to rebuild after Typhoon Tino. The P8.5M package includes materials and cash-for-labor support.
A morning fire in Barangay 2, Bacolod City, destroyed 26 houses, displacing 26 families. No casualties reported. Mayor Gasataya discusses relocation plans. Read more.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya confirms the second phase of Emergency Cash Transfer distribution for Typhoon Tino victims is underway. Over 44,000 families affected.
Aboitiz Foundation grants P8.5 million in home recovery assistance to 285 families in Liloan, Cebu, impacted by Typhoon Tino. Each family receives P30,000 for rebuilding. Read more.
A morning fire in Bacolod City's Barangay Singcang destroyed four homes, causing P270,000 in damage. No casualties reported. Read about the response and aid provided.
Aboitiz Foundation provides P8.5 million in home recovery assistance to 285 families in Barangay Cotcot, Liloan, Cebu, affected by Typhoon Tino. Read how this aid supports rebuilding.
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.
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.
Mandaue City is finalizing a transitory relocation site for families displaced by Typhoon Tino. Mayor Ouano details the housing units, tents, and utilities ahead of the December 20 move-in date.
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.
A firefighter sustained injuries while battling a residential fire in Lamitan City, Basilan. Defective wiring suspected; stored gas tanks escalated danger. Read for safety tips.
A police officer narrowly escaped serious injury after his car was swept off the Transcentral Highway by a landslide and water surge. The incident highlights the road's danger during heavy rain.
A fire in Sitio Mayflower, Barangay Duljo Fatima, Cebu City, destroyed 15 houses and injured two. Over 100 individuals are displaced. Read the latest on the cause and response.
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.
A tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, India, has resulted in 23 fatalities and 50 injuries. Authorities suspect an LPG cylinder explosion. Read the full report.
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.
A police officer sustained minor injuries after strong floodwaters swept his vehicle off the Transcentral Highway in Balamban, Cebu. Get the full details on the incident.