Just this Friday, November 28, reports claimed that a U.S.-based security contractor is recruiting Filipinos—mainly former security personnel and ex-military—to fight for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Is it really true? Read more »
The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has been named Asia’s Airport of the Year at the 2025 TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards, following significant improvements in its minimum connection time (MCT). Read more »
The Aboitiz Foundation, in collaboration with ING Hubs Philippines, has signed a memorandum of agreement with DepEd Bulacan to launch a pilot of Project AuroraPH, bringing solar-powered internet and digital learning tools to schools in Doña Remedios Trinidad (DRT). Read more »
Japanese-run restaurants in Manila have faced a sharp decline in business following a series of armed robberies targeting Japanese nationals, prompting temporary closures and new security measures, officials and business owners reported. Read more »
Cebu Province has revived a long-standing environmental rule, now requiring all quarry, mining, and development permit holders to actively plant trees, donate seedlings, and build drainage canals within their operation sites. Read more »
During the height of Typhoon “Tino” on November 4, a wing van crew and a police officer risked their lives to rescue six people trapped by raging floodwaters in Barangay Cotcot, Liloan, Cebu. An act of bravery that later became controversial after the driver and two helpers were fired for using their company vehicle during the rescue. Read more »
