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Mactan-Cebu airport braces for slowdown amid Middle East conflict

CEBU CITY, Philippines — While Mactan-Cebu International Airport posted strong passenger growth in early 2026, airport officials are preparing for a possible slowdown if the conflict in the Middle East drags on.  That’s why operators of the country’s second busiest gateway have begun coordinating with hotels and tourism stakeholders to cushion the potential impact on

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‘Angel dogs’: Therapy dogs to boost mental health support in Cebu

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A new batch of therapy dogs will soon support mental health services in Cebu City after the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) completed a temperament screening. A total of 11 volunteer dogs underwent evaluation at the Area Vocational Rehabilitation Center II (AVRC II) on April 8, 2026, in Barangay

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Firearms, cash, jewelry looted from retired cop’s house in Lucena City

LUCENA CITY — Burglars broke into the home of a retired police officer in this city and carted away multiple firearms, along with about P500,000 in cash and jewelry. The incident happened while the owners were in the United States, police said Sunday, April 19. A police report identified the victims as “Vic,” 70, a

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Low water pressure, discoloration to affect parts of Calapan City

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Several barangays here may experience low water pressure and possible water discoloration beginning Monday night, April 20, due to scheduled maintenance work, the local water utility said. In a public advisory issued Sunday, Calapan Water said it will go on an interconnection activity in Barangay Lumangbayan from 9 p.m. on

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Bongbong Marcos Shows Softer Side As He Cooks For Liza On Special Day

Inside Bongbong Marcos’ Sweet Anniversary Gesture That Melted Liza’s Heart BONGBONG MARCOS – In a rare break from his duties, Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. revealed a more personal side as he prepared a special anniversary dinner for his wife. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. set aside his busy schedule for a more personal celebration, preparing a ... Read more

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Alice Guo Faces Another Legal Battle As Farmland Controversy Deepens

New Accusations Shake Alice Guo Amid Claims Of False Identity in Land Deal ALICE GUO – Another controversy is unfolding for Alice Guo as authorities push for new charges tied to a disputed farmland ownership. A new legal challenge is looming over former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, as the Department of Justice (DOJ) has recommended ... Read more

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Chiang Mai doctor reports severe lung cases tied to PM2.5

A doctor at Chiang Mai University said on April 17 that PM2.5 and toxic smoke in northern Thailand were linked to two serious lung cases, including a 19 year old foreign tourist who required high-flow oxygen. PM2.5 levels in Chiang Mai remained at concerning levels yesterday with many areas covered by thick haze and reduced …

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Consumer council calls for 20-baht Green Line fare

The Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) is pushing for a fixed 20-baht fare on Bangkok’s Green Line electric railway, alongside a broader restructuring of mass transit pricing aimed at boosting ridership by 50% and cutting household living costs. TCC secretary-general Saree Aongsomwang made the call during a press briefing titled “Green Line After 2029: Study Shows …

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