Shi Chunfang, a Chinese national wanted for kidnapping and murder, was arrested in Taytay, Rizal, and deported to China in a joint operation. Read about this milestone in PH-China law enforcement cooperation.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle calls overseas Filipinos 'migrants and missionaries.' Get his Christmas message and learn about this powerful dual role for OFWs.
MinDA Chair Leo Magno refutes claims labeling Mindanao a terror hotspot after Bondi Beach attack reports. He warns of economic damage and highlights the region's peace progress.
Mandaue City Health Office reports only one confirmed leptospirosis case in 2025, despite 62 suspected cases. Officials urge calm, citing normal lab processing delays.
Philippine authorities confirm Davao visit by Sydney attack suspects but find no evidence of extremist training. Officials push back against labeling Mindanao a 'terror hotspot'. Read the full investigation.
Mandaue City Health Office reports 62 suspected leptospirosis cases but only one confirmed in 2025. Low risk attributed to no flooding. Officials urge caution during rains.
The University of San Carlos Choristers bring holiday cheer to SM City Cebu, while the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry unveils its 2025 focus on 'Stronger Ecosystems.' Discover the sounds and plans shaping Cebu's festive season.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
A former FARDEC employee was arrested in Talibon, Bohol, on a warrant for violating the Terrorism Financing Prevention Act. The CIDG tracker team made the arrest on December 20, 2025.
Catholic devotees in Cebu flocked to dawn Masses for the Misa de Gallo on Dec 21. The tradition, held at churches and Carbon Market, blends faith, community, and bibingka treats.
A former Fardec staff and current barangay councilor in Bohol was arrested by CIDG for alleged violation of the Terrorism Financing Prevention Act. Details on the case and human rights concerns.
The DOH launches its Ligtas-Tigdas vaccination campaign in January 2025 to protect children against measles and rubella. Cases are up 29% in 2025. Learn the schedule and target age group.
Mekeni Food Corp. backed a major Hospital on Wheels medical mission in Porac, offering free healthcare to over 1,000, prioritizing indigenous communities. Read about this impactful collaboration.
A new eight-classroom school, donated by Davao's Fil-Chinese community, brings hope and safe learning to Tulunan students six years after devastating earthquakes destroyed their old campus.
Clark Museum's 'Liwanag ng Pasko' diorama exhibit features 12 artists depicting Kapampangan culture. Open until Jan 19, 2026. Visit and support local art!
The remains of OFW Maryan Esteban, the sole Filipino fatality in the Tai Po fire, have arrived in Manila. Owwa pledges support to her grieving family.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle calls on Filipino migrants in Abu Dhabi to embrace Simbang Gabi's spiritual essence over social ritual. Discover his message of faith and readiness.
Thousands of Catholic devotees in Cebu attended the traditional Misa de Gallo dawn masses, a vibrant display of faith and Filipino culture ahead of Christmas. Read more about the celebrations.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed 400 OFWs and families to Malacañan Palace for the 'Tara sa Palasyo' Christmas event, celebrating their sacrifices and calling them the nation's modern heroes.
A new linguistic analysis shows Cebuano and Bisayan words share direct ancestry with Proto-Austronesian and Proto-Malayo-Polynesian languages, based on the work of linguist Robert Blust. Discover the fascinating connections.
A new linguistic analysis explores the Austronesian origins of Bisaya-Cebuano terms for family, animals, colors, and numbers. Discover the deep historical connections of this Philippine language.
Explore the vibrant Pasko sa Sugbo 2025, from Misa de Gallo to Noche Buena feasts. Discover how Cebuanos blend faith, food, and family joy despite past hardships. Read more about this unique celebration.
DMW Secretary Cacdac directs all Migrant Workers Offices to act as first responders for OFWs. Asia remains the top destination, with Saudi Arabia leading at 21.9%. Read the full directive.
Philippines DOH reports a 29% rise in measles cases for 2025, with over 4,800 infections. A nationwide Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign targets children starting January 2026. Learn how to protect your family.
Nine local terrorists, including the son of the late BIFF founder, surrendered to the 1BCT in Sultan Kudarat. They turned in firearms and vowed to seek peace. Read the full story.
A Cebu-based journalist shares his immersive experience in a Chinese media program, from initial anxieties to profound insights on China's development and regional dynamics. Read his unique perspective.
Explore the unwritten codes of Filipino social conduct, from respecting queues to giving up seats. Learn how these silent norms foster respect and community in everyday life.
ICC medical experts conclude ex-President Duterte can stand trial. Prosecutors claim he feigns impairment. Key hearing date pending. Read the latest.
President Marcos Jr. orders BOC to deliver 130,000 abandoned balikbayan boxes to OFW families for Christmas. Commissioner Nepomuceno leads the inspection and distribution.
More than 300 Filipino workers in Cambodia and Thailand are displaced due to renewed border clashes. The DMW confirms their safety in evacuation centers. Learn the latest updates.