PRO 7 Arrests 1,458 Wanted Persons in Q1 2026

Police Regional Office 7 reports the arrest of 1,458 wanted individuals, including 286 Most Wanted Persons, from January to March 2026 in Central Visayas, citing strong coordination and public cooperation as key to success.

Unclaimed Cash Relief Assistance in Davao Region

The DSWD-Davao Region reveals that 139 beneficiaries failed to claim their Cash Relief Assistance, citing name spelling errors and no-shows. A special payout is planned before funds return to the national treasury.

Cebu Mayor Vetoes Senior Aid Rule Over Misuse Fears

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has vetoed a provision allowing family members to claim financial aid for bedridden seniors, warning it could lead to public fund misuse. The veto creates uncertainty for a new quarterly payout scheme, with the City Council

P6.9M Drug Bust in Bangsamoro: Five Suspects Arrested

Authorities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region seized P6.9 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested five high-value individuals, including a couple, in coordinated operations across Maguindanao del Norte and Cotabato City.

Mandaue City Implements Four-Day Government Work Week

Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano has signed an executive order introducing a four-day work week for government offices, starting April 16, 2026. Essential services and revenue-generating units will maintain operations with skeletal staff on Fridays.

Cavite Rep. Barzaga Surrenders in Cyberlibel Case

Cavite Fourth District Representative Kiko Barzaga Jr., a vocal critic of the Marcos administration, surrendered to police on cyberlibel charges, posting bail and calling for the president's ouster.

PNPA Class 2026 Welcomed into Service, Urged to Uphold Trust

The Philippine National Police Academy's Silang-Maglaon Class of 2026, comprising 326 new police captains, was formally inducted into active service during a ceremony at Camp Crame. PNP Chief General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. emphasized that their gradua

Rep. Kiko Barzaga on Philippines' Political Landscape

Join Beyond the Headlines for an exclusive live interview with Cavite 4th District Representative Kiko Barzaga, as he delves into the critical issues shaping the nation today. From national policies to grassroots realities, this conversation unpacks what

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