Police Officer Dies in Naga Crash, 8 Hurt in Fiesta Accident

A tragic weekend on Cebu roads claimed the life of veteran police officer Executive Master Sergeant Antonio Sando in a head-on collision with a bus in Naga City. In a separate incident in Minglanilla, eight people were injured when a multicab lost control

Retiring Police Officer Killed in Cebu Bus Collision

A 55-year-old police officer scheduled to retire this year died after being struck by a counterflowing Ceres bus on the National Highway in Naga City, Cebu. The incident occurred when the bus swerved to avoid a sudden traffic pile-up.

The Unseen Burden of Being the Strong One

An exploration of the emotional weight carried by those who are always expected to fix problems, with practical advice on setting boundaries and finding sustainable strength.

Karapatan Slams Social Media Registration Plan

Human rights group Karapatan condemns the proposed social media registration scheme, calling it a state tool to suppress free speech and privacy, citing failures of the SIM Registration Law.

GSM Electric Taxis Start Cebu Service Amid Permit Review

Green and Smart Mobility (GSM) electric taxis from Vietnam have started operating in Cebu despite a suspended launch plan for 600 units in Metro Cebu, facing opposition from local taxi operators and infrastructure concerns.

Social Performance: Why We Curate Our Identities

An analysis of how performative behavior, from fashion to language, is woven into modern identity through Goffman's dramaturgy, Social Contract Theory, and Social Identity Theory, explaining our desire to belong.

Bacolod Jeepney Overload Leads to Show Cause Orders

LTO-NIR and BTTMD serve show cause orders to operators, driver, and conductor of a modernized jeepney in Bacolod City after an overcrowding incident on the Alijis route, prompting investigations and safety reminders.

Cebu PUJ Loses Brakes, Driver Crashes to Save Lives

A public utility jeepney lost its brakes on Cebu Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills, Lahug, Cebu City on January 29, 2026. The driver intentionally crashed into a sidewalk, injuring three passengers but preventing a potentially fatal accident.

Young Woman's Blackmail Struggle in Cebu: Papa Joe's Advice

A 22-year-old woman from the south, working in Cebu under the alias Sweety Girl, faces blackmail from a distant relative who discovered her job at a bar. She seeks Papa Joe's guidance on handling the situation and protecting her family.

Banatu Run: Free Community Event in Cabanatuan City

Cabanatuan City invites residents to join the free Banatu Run on January 31 at SM City Cabanatuan. This community event features kit distribution, live music, raffle prizes, and performances, celebrating the Banatu Festival with health and togetherness.

Pampanga Vaccinates 4,000 Lubao Seniors Against Pneumonia

The Pampanga provincial government's pneumonia vaccination program has successfully immunized approximately 4,000 senior citizens in Lubao municipality, focusing on coastal and immobile residents through community-based and house-to-house delivery.

Jobstreet: 179% Application Surge, How to Stand Out in 2026

Jobstreet by Seek reports a massive 179% year-on-year increase in job applications per post in the Philippines. The platform shares expert strategies to avoid common mistakes and land your dream role in today's ultra-competitive market.

Davao Councilors Denounce Taxi Sexual Harassment Incident

Davao City councilors strongly condemn a taxi driver's alleged sexual harassment of a student, calling for criminal charges under the Safe Spaces Act and stricter transport monitoring to protect women and children in public spaces.

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