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Cebu City: 2 men killed on Sunday; drugs, robbery eyed as motives

Cebu City: 2 men killed on Sunday; drugs, robbery eyed as motives

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Police are considering drugs and robbery as possible motives behind the separate killing of two men in Cebu City on Sunday, October 12. Based on the outcome of their initial investigation, police said that the two incidents were unrelated. As of this writing, police said are yet to arrest the perpetrators […]... Keep on reading: Cebu City: 2 men killed on Sunday; drugs, robbery eyed as motives

DOH hospitals can withstand strong earthquakes - Herbosa

DOH hospitals can withstand strong earthquakes - Herbosa

MANILA, Philippines — Hospitals operated and managed by the Department of Health (DOH) could withstand a powerful earthquake based on the conduct of structural assessments and retrofitting of hospitals, Health Secretary  Teodoro Herbosa said on Tuesday.  Herbosa made the assurance after a series of powerful earthquakes rocked several parts of the country in recent days. READ: DOH hospitals in NCR set up earthquake emergency plans “Yes, we did the safe hospital project.  We did a structural engineering assessment together with the Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines,” Herbosa said in Filipino when asked if the hospitals could survive a […]... Keep on reading: DOH hospitals can withstand strong earthquakes - Herbosa

ICI syudying next moves vs Zaldy Co

ICI syudying next moves vs Zaldy Co

MANILA, Philippines — The Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) on Tuesday said it is now studying its next moves against former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, who did not show up despite being summoned to attend one of the commission’s hearings. “We will think about that, and it is something that we will have to study,” ICI executive director Brian Hosaka said in Filipino in a chance interview. Co was supposed to attend the hearing after a subpoena was issued by the ICI—together with an invite for former Speaker Martin Romualdez. The former lawmaker was summoned to testify under oath […]... Keep on reading: ICI syudying next moves vs Zaldy Co

Lopez urges faster Mati Airport development for disaster response

Lopez urges faster Mati Airport development for disaster response

MANILA, Philippines – Department of Transportation (DOTr) Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Tuesday ordered the construction of the Mati Airport, formerly the Imelda R. Marcos Airport,  in Davao Oriental to hasten for a faster disaster response in future calamities. This came after Lopez visited the site of the airport where the passenger terminal building is under construction. According to the DOTr, the Mati Airport’s passenger terminal building is expected to be complete by 2026, and is fully operational by 2027. READ: Imelda Marcos airport in Davao Oriental for upgrade soon Once finished, the Mati Airport will be able to house […]... Keep on reading: Lopez urges faster Mati Airport development for disaster response

I only accepted contractor's donation knowing it’s ‘private fund’ – Escudero

I only accepted contractor's donation knowing it’s ‘private fund’ – Escudero

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Chiz Escudero claimed that he only accepted the P30-million donation from a contractor during his 2022 election campaign, believing that the money came from a “private fund.” His explanation was contained in the affidavit that his legal counsel submitted before the Commission on Elections (Comelec), its chairman George Garcia said on Tuesday. According to Garcia, Escudero also explained in the affidavit that he accepted the donation from contractor Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction and Development Inc., since he is also friends with him. “That is what he is saying publicly in interviews, that he really […]... Keep on reading: I only accepted contractor's donation knowing it’s ‘private fund’ – Escudero

Joji breaks 3-year hiatus with new single ‘Pixelated Kisses’

Joji breaks 3-year hiatus with new single ‘Pixelated Kisses’

Japanese-Australian singer-songwriter Joji has released his new single “Pixelated Kisses,” marking his return to the music scene after a three-year hiatus. “Pixelated Kisses,” which was released on music platforms on Tuesday, Oct. 14, puts the spotlight on Joji’s “quintessential pared-down vocals” with a trap-infused beat. The track is written, produced, and recorded by the singer-songwriter. READ: Ely Buendia, Gloc-9, Jose Mari Chan among Filipino Music Awards presenters “Joji’s quintessential pared-down vocals and an indelible hook unite with a gritty trap beat for a masterclass on the art of simplicity. The resulting product is haunting, moody, and indelible, representing the core […]... Keep on reading: Joji breaks 3-year hiatus with new single ‘Pixelated Kisses’

Alcover urges suspension of Colon Night Market over ‘irregularities’

Alcover urges suspension of Colon Night Market over ‘irregularities’

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Councilor Pastor “Jun” Alcover has called on Mayor Nestor Archival to immediately suspend the operation of the Colon Night Market, which he described as “illegal” and “unauthorized” following the lapse of its approved period and the discovery of alleged irregularities in its conduct. In a privilege speech during Tuesday’s City Council session, Alcover said the Colon Night Market has continued to operate despite the expiration of the Traffic Management Committee (TMC) resolution that only allowed its operation from September 5 to October 5, 2025. “That authorization has already lapsed. No subsequent resolution or approval from this […]... Keep on reading: Alcover urges suspension of Colon Night Market over ‘irregularities’

Filipinos back Marcos' move to expose corruption – OCTA survey

Filipinos back Marcos' move to expose corruption – OCTA survey

MANILA, Philippines — Nearly all Filipinos supported President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to expose corruption in flood control projects even if there were political consequences for him, a survey conducted by OCTA Research showed. In its latest Tugon ng Masa survey conducted from September 25-30, 2025, 83 percent or eight out of 10 Filipinos said that they supported the move of Marcos, with only three percent disagreeing and 13 percent ambivalent. Broken down by region, the National Capital Region had the highest agreement at 91 percent, followed by Balanced Luzon at 90 percent. It was lower in Visayas at 64 percent and Mindanao at 78 percent. Ambivalence, however, was high in Visayas and Mindanao, with 24 percent and 16 percent saying they neither agree or disagree. OCTA said the results indicate a "strong reservoir of public goodwill and trust for the President’s decision to confront corruption head-on." "The findings suggest that sustained transparency and follow-through on reforms could further strengthen public confidence in government integrity and leadership," it added. Six out of 10 Filipinos, or 60 percent, said they are "angry" or "outraged" when they think about corruption in the government, particularly in flood control initiatives, while 30 percent expressed "fear" or "anxiety" and nine percent reported "sadness" or "disappointment." Meanwhile, nearly one in two Filipinos, or 46 percent, believe that an independent commission from the private sector, such as the Independent Commission for Infrastructure, is seen as the most suited to lead the investigation in the flood control mess, while only 23 percent said the Senate is the most appropriate institution and 13 percent said the House of Representatives should take the lead. The survey had 1,200 respondents and a margin of error of plus or minus three percent nationwide and six percent by major area.