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State seismologists on Monday issued a tsunami warning for several provinces in Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago after a strong magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province early in the morning. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the earthquake occurred at 7:37 a.m. and had a depth of 10 kilometers. The offshore quake generated concerns over possible tsunami waves that could affect nearby […]

The New York Knicks moved within two wins of their first NBA championship in more than five decades after holding off a late rally from the San Antonio Spurs to claim a 105-104 victory in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Friday night. The Knicks now hold a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series after surviving a dramatic finish that saw San Antonio erase a double-digit second-half deficit […]

A proposed coastal highway that would connect the northern and southern parts of Cebu Island has moved closer to implementation after being endorsed to the Regional Development Council (RDC) for a feasibility study, provincial officials said. The project, which aims to establish a major transportation corridor along Cebu’s coastlines, is being considered as a long-term infrastructure initiative intended to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, enhance road safety, and support economic […]

Thousands of runners, fitness enthusiasts, volunteers, and supporters came together for the Cebu IPI Run 2026, transforming the city into a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and community engagement. Participants from various age groups and backgrounds took part in the annual running event, which drew crowds eager to challenge themselves, achieve personal milestones, and promote active lifestyles. From seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests to first-time runners crossing the finish […]

Several attendees at BaiCon 2026 at Lapulapu City reported damage to their smartphones and camera equipment after being exposed to laser lights installed at the event entrance during the opening day on Saturday, May 30, at The Mactan Newtown grounds. Complaints began circulating on social media shortly after the event, with attendees alleging that the laser installation at the entrance damaged camera sensors on smartphones and other recording devices. Most […]

A former beauty queen was shot dead Friday evening, February 13, 2026, in front of her three minor children outside their residence in Barangay Cabaritan here, prompting the Philippine National Police (PNP) to order a full-scale manhunt. Police identified the victim as Lullete Jane Ramilo-De Guzman, 32, a public school teacher and Miss Philippines Earth 2013 runner-up. Authorities said she was seated inside a vehicle with her children at around […]

The 21-year-old driver charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident in Barangay Banilad earlier this month has posted bail and remains under hospital arrest, authorities confirmed Friday, February 13, 2026. Sean Andrew Pajarillo secured temporary liberty after posting bail amounting to P72,000 for the charge of reckless imprudence resulting to homicide in the death of 23-year-old businessman Kingston Ralph Co Cheng. The fatal incident occurred at dawn on February […]

The driver of a Toyota Innova involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Barangay Banilad early Sunday, February 8, 2026, tested negative for alcohol, police said, as the Cebu business community mourned the death of a young entrepreneur and called for stronger road safety measures. Police Lieutenant Colonel Jose Los Baños, information officer of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO), said hospital findings showed that driver Sean Andrew Pajarillo had […]

The Philippines has become the first country in Southeast Asia to roll out satellite-to-phone technology, following a partnership between the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Globe Telecom, and satellite provider Starlink that allows ordinary LTE mobile phones to connect directly to satellites for calls, text, and mobile data, even without cell towers. The DICT announced that the technology enables standard LTE-enabled mobile phones to access voice, messaging, video, […]

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has denied allegations linking her to the one-year suspension of Minglanilla Mayor Rajiv Enad, saying she had no involvement in the case and warning that attempts are being made to destabilize local governance in the province. Baricuatro issued the denial in a statement posted on her official Facebook page on Friday, February 6, 2026, after social media posts circulated claiming she played a role in the […]