Filipino Food Month 2026 Kicks Off in Iloilo City

The eighth Filipino Food Month celebration, themed 'Connected by Taste: Filipino Food in the Flavors of Asean,' officially began in Iloilo City, the Philippines' sole Unesco Creative City of Gastronomy.

Free Diabetes Screening at Watsons Stores Nationwide

Watsons Philippines and Diabetes Philippines partner to offer free diabetes screening at 22 stores nationwide, targeting millions of undiagnosed Filipinos with blood tests, consultations, and pharmacist counseling.

DSWD-Davao Uses 'Doctor Dogs' for Mental Health Support

The DSWD-Davao Region launches the Angel Pets program, using specially trained 'Doctor Dogs' to provide animal-assisted therapy for survivors of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, enhancing mental health and emotional well-being.

Troll Armies Manipulate Filipino Public Opinion Online

Political discussions have shifted to social media, but organized troll networks spread misinformation, polarize communities, and threaten democratic foundations. Experts call for identity verification, legal accountability, and critical thinking educatio

Cebu Wedding Expo Marks Fifth Year with Celebrity Stories

The Brides at Triton Wedding Expo 2026 in Cebu showcased over 90 exhibitors, featuring celebrity couple Melai Cantiveros-Francisco and Jason Francisco sharing marriage insights, alongside a fashion show with local designers.

Bloody Stool and Abdominal Pain: Doctor's Urgent Warning

Dr. Fritz Legarde Espedilla explains that severe abdominal pain with bloody mucoid stool, even if symptoms stop, could signal serious conditions like IBD, diverticulitis, or colorectal cancer requiring prompt medical evaluation.

DOH: 1,091 Road Crash Injuries Recorded in Holy Week

The Department of Health recorded 1,091 road crash-related injuries across the Philippines during Holy Week, with Central Luzon reporting the highest cases. Most victims were male motorcycle riders aged 20-24, often lacking safety gear.

Cebu Youth Photowalk Boosts Student Photography Skills

Nearly 50 students from various schools in Cebu City participated in the 'Kritik-Pitik' photowalk on April 1, 2026, enhancing their photography and visual storytelling abilities through lectures and a competition judged by expert photographers.

Wellness Run 2026 in Cebu City Promotes Health and Community

The Wellness Run 2026 is scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, with over 1,500 runners expected. Led by race director Janice Pasculado, the event focuses on health, environmental care, and community building through five race cat

Easter's Quiet Return: How Hope Emerges Before Dawn

Easter arrives not with fanfare but like dawn, witnessed first by those carrying grief and love. This pattern of quiet recognition reveals how hope returns to individuals and nations through subtle shifts before becoming visible to all.

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