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Marcos urges patience amid Asean Summit disruptions
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Called on citizens to remain patient as the 49th Asean Summit causes disruptions. The summit, scheduled to take place in the Philippines, has led to increased traffic an…
Clark Freeport hosts global youth leaders for JCI congress
Clark Freeport, a special economic zone in the Philippines, hosted the Opening Ceremony of the Junior Chamber International (JCI) World Congress 2026 on November 1, 2025. The event welcomed young lead…
Cebu government provides 14 new infant incubators
The Cebu Provincial Government has begun distributing 14 new infant incubators to provincial and district hospitals across Sugbo. The initiative aims to enhance neonatal care and support premature or…
Marcos allows Duterte impeachment process to continue
President Bongbong Marcos has allowed the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte to proceed. The move signals the end of the Uniteam alliance. Duterte faces charges of graft and corru…
San Fernando LGU orders crematorium shutdown
A local government unit (LGU) in San Fernando ordered the temporary suspension of a pet crematorium in Barangay Panipuan following an inspection. The decision came after officials identified potential…
American Voters Signal Shift in 2026 Election Outlook
The 2026 US election is shaping up as a pivotal moment for American politics, with emerging trends suggesting a significant shift in voter priorities. A recent report from SunStar highlights a growing…
Sugbo LGUs receive P1.365 billion for road repairs
Local government units (LGUs) in Cebu Province have been allocated a total of P1.365 billion to address road maintenance and improvement projects. The funding, sourced from the national government, ai…
Cebu Receives Funding for Post-Disaster Infrastructure Repair
Local governments in Cebu have received funding to repair infrastructure damaged by the 2025 earthquake and typhoon Tino. The allocation includes P1.365 billion for rebuilding roads, bridges, and publ…
Supreme Court Upholds Five-Year Term Law for Local Officials
The Supreme Court (SC) has upheld a law extending the five-year terms of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials. The ruling, issued on October 14, confirms the constitutionality of the amend…
Metro Cebu Water Supply Continues to Be Affected
A significant water source for Metro Cebu remains out of service. This has led to ongoing water shortages in Carmen City. Authorities have continued to monitor the situation. The issue affects daily l…
Mandaue City police conduct routine patrols
Mandaue City police officers carried out routine patrols in the city on [date]. The patrols were part of the Safety Maintenance Area Response Team (Smart) initiative, aimed at maintaining order and re…
Zamboanga Mayor Offers 2 Million Peso Reward for Judge Attack Suspects
Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso announced a P2-million reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for the attack on Judge Basilan in Isabela City. The incident occurred early…
Mandaue City boosts patrols after theft reports
Authorities in Mandaue City have increased roving patrols in the North Reclamation Area following reports of stolen electrical wires and road stud lights. The intensified patrols come after several in…
NBA Suspends Marcus Smart for Punching Opponent
Marcus Smart, guard for the Houston Rockets, has been suspended for three games without pay after throwing a punch at Golden State Warriors' Charles Bassey during their NBA game. The incident occurred…
Philippines Prepares for Asean Summit with Infrastructure Work
The Philippines has initiated road reblocking and repairs on the southbound section of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, also known as Edsa, starting November 13, 2026. The Department of Public Works and…
Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Van in Barangay Tayud
A 41-year-old motorcyclist died after being struck by a van in Barangay Tayud, Consolacion City, on Tuesday at 2:00 PM. The incident occurred as the motorcyclist was traveling in the area. Witnesses r…
Police chief replaced in Central Visayas
Police Brigadier General Arnold Abad has been replaced as head of the police in Central Visayas. The change of command took place during a ceremony where Police Brigadier General Rogelio Raymundo Jr t…
New Police Chief Takes Over In Region 7
Brigadier General Rogelio Raymundo Jr. Began his role as head of Police Regional Office 7 on Thursday, November 12, 2026. He took over from Brigadier General Arnold Abad, who had been leading the offi…
Two Cebu municipalities under ASF surveillance
Two municipalities in southern Cebu are under surveillance for suspected African swine fever, according to provincial veterinary authorities. The situation involves two localities where signs of the d…
contractor pays p15m in liabilities in barangay tayud
A contractor involved in the New Cebu International Container Port project in Barangay Tayud, Consolacion, has settled liabilities amounting to nearly P15 million. The payment was made as part of reso…
Houston Rockets Stop Golden State Warriors' Winning Streak
The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-108 on Thursday, ending the Warriors' eight-game winning streak. The game took place at the Houston Toyota Center. Stephen Curry, a key playe…
Laspona Challenges Indian Fighter for IBF Asia Title
Richard “The Badz” Laspona of the PMI Bohol Boxing Stable is set to challenge Indian fighter Pradish Anbuchezhian for the vacant IBF Asia flyweight title. The bout will take place in the main event of…
Philippines to Host ASEAN Banking Leaders on AI in Finance
The Philippines will host a three-day conference from November 12 to 14, bringing together banking leaders from across Southeast Asia. The event will focus on the increasing use of artificial intellig…
Davao Region Urges Firecracker Sellers To Secure Permits Ahead Of Holidays
Local authorities in the Davao Region have issued a directive to firecracker and pyrotechnics dealers to obtain necessary permits ahead of the holiday season. The Regional Coordinating Council for Urb…
philippine police arrest korean and filipina over extortion
A 47-year-old korean national and his 31-year-old filipina live-in partner were arrested by philippine authorities over an alleged extortion case. The pair reportedly demanded p1.6 million from a frie…
TOSP search resumes in Central Visayas after seven years
The search for the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) has resumed in Central Visayas after a seven-year break. Eight student leaders from the region have joined the initiative, which a…