CEBU CITY, Philippines — A residential fire that broke out in Sitio Bagumbayan, Barangay Tinago on Monday afternoon, March 30, affected at least 25 families and damaged 16 houses, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Cebu City. An initial report from the fire bureau indicated that 14 houses were totally destroyed, while two
Read More »Truck pins car driver to death in Sogod, northern Cebu
A 36-year-old man died after a closed van truck overturned and pinned him in the sedan that he drove near Barangay Liki, Sogod, in northern Cebu on Sunday afternoon, March 29.
Read More »9 drivers test positive in surprise drug test at Cebu bus terminals
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Nine drivers tested positive in an initial drug screening during an unannounced drug testing at the Cebu North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City and the Cebu South Bus Terminal in Cebu City on Monday, March 30. Data from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) showed that a total
Read More »Cordova to distribute rice aid to drivers, riders
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Municipality of Cordova is set to distribute 5 kilograms of rice on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, to PUV and e-trike drivers, as well as delivery riders. Mayor Cesar “Didoy” Suan said the move aims to help ease the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices due to tensions in the Middle East.
Read More »LTO summons driver, vehicle owner involved in Rizal road rage
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Monday said it summoned a motor vehicle driver who allegedly brandished a firearm during a road rage incident in Taytay, Rizal. The LTO said it also summoned the registered owner of the vehicle, a Nissan Navara, along with the driver, and ordered both to appear before
Read More »PhilHealth enforces ‘No SPA, No Payment’ for self-paying members
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) will implement the “No SPA, No Payment” policy for self-paying members beginning April 1 as part of digitalization and service efficiency efforts. In a news release on Monday, the state insurer said the digital system aims to ensure that contributions are accurately recorded and credited without
Read More »Holy Monday 2026: Events On This Day According To The Bible
Holy Monday 2026 falls on March 30, and here are some biblical events. HOLY MONDAY 2026 – This is the most important week in Catholicism, and here are some biblical events on this day. Observed on March 30, 2026, is the Holy Monday. This marks the second day of Holy Week. This is a sacred ... Read more
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Read More »Thailand introduces guidelines for intoxication checks before alcohol sales
Thailand’s Royal Gazette published guidelines on how alcohol vendors should assess whether customers are intoxicated before serving further drinks, following a new regulation that bans sales to already drunk people. The regulation was announced in December last year and is set out under Section 29 of the Alcohol Control Act. Under the rule, vendors are …
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Read More »#SiloyIsWatching: Peanuts for this college student’s dream!
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Do you remember the marine engineering student who was recognized by Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro last year for his determination and perseverance to support his college studies by selling peanuts? His name is Ariston Era. He is still a peanut vendor and a student fighting fairly to finish school. To this
Read More »CVIRAA 2026: CCSC head assures cash prizes for medalist Niños
Cebu City Sports Commission (CCSC) Chairman Dr. Rhoel Dejano assured the city’s athletes and coaches that they will receive cash incentives for their medal-winning performances
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