Cebu Councilor Calls for Carbon Market Deal Review

Cebu City Councilor Sisinio Andales pushes for a review of the Carbon Public Market redevelopment agreement after vendors protest potential 300% rent hikes and Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña files a Supreme Court petition.

Osmeña's SC Appeal on Megawide JVA: Stalling Tactic?

Vice Mayor Tommy Osmeña's Supreme Court appeal to void Cebu City's JVA with Megawide faces legal hurdles and political intrigue, as Mayor Archival flips support and the City Council remains silent, raising concerns over Carbon Market privatization's impac

PRO 8 Launches Project Kalinga for Police Welfare

Police Regional Office 8 in Eastern Visayas initiates a five-day peer mentoring seminar, Project Kalinga, to boost morale and support among 150 personnel through training and compassionate culture.

P278M Shabu Seized at Manila Port in Joint Operation

A joint intelligence operation by the Bureau of Customs and PDEA intercepted 41kg of methamphetamine worth P278 million at the Manila International Container Port, foiling a major smuggling attempt from Afghanistan.

Cebu Police Boost Security for Governor After Threat

Cebu Police Provincial Office implements enhanced security measures for Governor Pamela Baricuatro and her family following a serious death threat, deploying Quick Reaction Teams and coordinating with multiple units.

Mayor Lazatin Inspects New RLMMC Hospital in Angeles City

Angeles City Mayor Carmelo 'Jon' Lazatin II led an inspection of the Rafael Lazatin Memorial Medical Center's new building, now in final construction, to assess progress and ensure standards for expanded healthcare services.

FDA Nationwide Monitoring of Health Product Retailers

The Philippine FDA initiates nationwide active monitoring of all establishments selling health products, with Director General Paolo Teston emphasizing mandatory compliance and strong penalties for violations.

Bangsamoro Voter Registration Sees 969 Applicants on First Day

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao recorded 969 voter registration applicants on its first day, with Maguindanao del Norte leading. Nationwide, nearly 2 million have applied for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections.

PNP Probes Death of Police Officer in Davao City Camp

The Philippine National Police is investigating the death of Lieutenant Colonel Deosar Almasa, found in his quarters at Camp Sgt. Quintin M. Merecido in Davao City, with a firearm beside his body. Authorities are examining work-related angles and potentia

PRO-NIR Recognizes Outstanding Police in Bacolod Awards

The Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region held an awards ceremony in Bacolod City on February 9, 2026, honoring exemplary police officers, units, and stakeholders for their dedication to public safety across the region.

70 Basilan Police Relieved Over Hazing of New Recruits

Around 70 members of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion-14B in Lamitan City, Basilan were relieved following reports of hazing against newly assigned police officers. Twelve personnel, including a colonel, face charges under the anti-hazing law.

DSWD-Davao Pag-Abot Program: 189 Beneficiaries in 2025

The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region assisted 189 individuals in 2025 through its Pag-Abot Program, a dramatic increase from just five in 2024, with many from Indigenous Peoples communities.

Cebu Expands 24/7 Lab Services in 15 Hospitals

Cebu Provincial Government now operates 24-hour laboratory services in 15 of its 16 hospitals, meeting DOH staffing requirements for improved healthcare access and emergency response.

High-Value Drug Suspect Arrested in Bohol

A high-value drug personality was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Cortes, Bohol, with suspected shabu worth P2.48 million seized. The suspect faces charges under RA 9165.

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