CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mayor Nestor Archival has ordered a full review and upgrade of the Operation Second Chance facility following a recent escape involving 15 minors. The directive focuses on tightening security, improving living conditions, and addressing gaps that may have contributed to repeated escape incidents at the rehabilitation center in Barangay Kalunasan. Operation

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The second most wanted person in the Central Visayas was arrested in Zamboanga del Sur over the weekend after a police manhunt. The Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) said the suspect, identified only by the alias “Ronald,” was apprehended at around 9:50 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, after being

TACLOBAN CITY — Two state universities in Eastern Visayas have suspended the mandatory wearing of school uniforms due to soaring temperatures in the region to safeguard students and personnel. Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), whose main campus is in this city, was the first to implement the policy, issuing a directive on April 7 through

MANILA, Philippines — Batangas Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste has urged his fellow Batangueño, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, to stop blocking Congress’ attempts to cut or suspend collection of value added tax (VAT) on fuel and other products so that the government can ease some of the consumers’ burden. Leviste, in a statement on Monday after accompanying

ILOILO CITY — The province of Capiz formally opened Capiztahan 2026 on Monday at its newly completed provincial capitol in Roxas City, with officials highlighting unity and resilience as festivities proceeded under a scaled-down program amid rising fuel costs. Gov. Fredenil H. Castro led the opening rites at the Pueblo de Panay grounds, where provincial,

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is not affected by “personal interest and ambition” and remains focused on his work, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said on Monday following the launch of the Reform Alliance for Good Governance and Accountability (Rage) Coalition. At a briefing, Castro was asked whether the Palace is “intimidated” by the

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Energy (DOE) must revisit its two onsite work days in the middle of the oil crisis, senators said on Monday. Senate Proactive Response and Oversight for Timely and Effective Crisis Strategy (Protect) Committee chairperson Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, and Sen. Joel Villanueva made the recommendation during the said panel’s hearing.

Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann Santos had their “bukingan” moment Eat Bulaga host Ryan Agoncillo talked about letting his wife, award-wnning actress Judy Ann Santos to make her own decision. Ryan and Judy Ann tied the knot on April 28, 2009. They are blessed with three children: Yohan, Lucio, and Luna. Over the years, their ... Read more

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German National Seeks Police Help After Pinay Girlfriend Took His Cash and Passport Before Leaving A German national seeks assistance from police in Kalibo after his Filipina girlfriend, who reportedly left him and took his cash and passport.  On Sunday evening (April 12, 2026), the 24-year-old foreigner went to the Kalibo Municipal Police Station to report the incident. The incident ... Read more

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An estimated 723 schools in the province are affected by overcrowding, with a shortage of about 5 554 classrooms