Access to affordable shelter in Iloilo City is set to expand following the rollout of the city’s first public rental housing initiative, a program aimed at easing the local housing shortage while providing low-cost options for families with limited means. City officials said the project marks a major step in offering transitional homes to residents who are not yet ready for permanent housing.

The town of Naval in Biliran is positioning Higatangan Island as a potential stop on international cruise routes, following a site assessment conducted this week by French luxury cruise line Compagnie du Ponant and its partners.

For the second year running, the Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) has claimed the prestigious title of the country’s best city police office, while the Iloilo Provincial Police Office (IPPO) earned recognition among the Top 5 performing provincial units nationwide.