Category : National Government


Zubiri Mourns Former Speaker Joe de Venecia's Passing

Senator Migz Zubiri expresses deep condolences and reflects on the legacy of former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr., highlighting his mentorship and consensus-building skills in Philippine politics and international diplomacy.

Davao Youth Office Boosts Barangay Visits for Leadership

The Davao City Youth Development Office, through the SK Federation, is expanding its Rampa Program to engage all 182 barangays, focusing on youth leadership and local governance participation from February to March 2026.

Cebu Hit-and-Run Reveals Flaws in Road Safety Enforcement

The tragic death of entrepreneur Kingston Ralph Co Cheng in a hit-and-run incident highlights systemic failures in Cebu City's ability to enforce road safety laws, with a 19-hour delay in alcohol testing due to equipment shortages.

CCMC Construction Resumes After Months of Delay

Mayor Nestor Archival has officially restarted construction on the Cebu City Medical Center, aiming to alleviate severe hospital congestion by adding new floors and increasing bed capacity from 150 to 400 beds by 2027.

Cebu Mandates Drug Tests for All Government Workers

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro implements a drug-free workplace policy with random drug testing for all provincial officials and employees, backed by Executive Order No. 2 and Provincial Ordinance No. 2025-10.

Bayan Group Opposes Carbon Market Privatization in Cebu

The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) Central Visayas has voiced strong opposition to the Carbon Joint Venture Agreement, warning it could privatize the public market, raise rents, displace vendors, and increase prices for essential goods.

Palace Denies Ex-Spokesperson's Claim of Marcos' Cancer

Malacañang strongly refutes allegations by former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque that President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. has colon cancer, calling it baseless propaganda that threatens national stability.

NCSC Gives ₱100K to Aeta Centenarians, Addresses Rumors

The National Commission of Senior Citizens distributed ₱100,000 cash gifts to four Aeta centenarians in Tarlac, delivering a felicitation letter from President Marcos Jr. and clarifying false social media claims about delays.

Marcos Declares Special Non-Working Days for 5 LGUs

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed proclamations declaring special non-working days in five local government units across the Philippines to mark charter anniversaries and festivals in 2026.

Marcos OKs 21 Priority Bills in Ledac Meeting

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved 21 priority legislative measures during the Ledac meeting, covering governance, social services, agriculture, and digital regulation to drive structural reforms.

Worker Arrested for Assault in Guadalupe, Cebu

A 25-year-old construction worker was apprehended in Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City, after allegedly assaulting a 24-year-old woman following a dispute over illegal drug use accusations.

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

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