CEBU CITY, Philippines — Drone technology could soon play a bigger role in disaster response, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and public safety. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) 7 launched the Central Visayas Drone Industry Development Action Plan on Monday, July 13, 2026. DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said that the roadmap aims to

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jayr Raquinel delivered one of the sweetest acts of revenge for Philippine boxing after scoring a stunning technical knockout (TKO) victory over Japan-based Mexican Kenbun Torres on Sunday, July 12, at the Sangyo Shinko Center in Osaka, Japan. The non-title, eight-round showdown had Torres installed as the heavy favorite, carrying an

KORONADAL CITY — Three people were confirmed dead while six others remain missing after rains brought by the southwest monsoon, enhanced by Super Typhoon Inday, triggered flash floods in Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental over the weekend. The local government of Jose Abad Santos confirmed the casualties through municipal information officer and spokesperson Julie Marie

MALASIQUI, Pangasinan — The provincial government of La Union announced that the 449 trees growing at the capitol complex in San Fernando City are actively combating climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide emissions. Spanning the 2.68-hectare capitol complex, the green space features a diverse mix of forest, fruit-bearing, ornamental, and palm tree species. The provincial

Cebu City's decision to commemorate "West Philippine Sea Victory Day" could undermine its long-standing relationship with China,

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday challenged Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte’s claim that the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte was part of a three-year plan to prevent her from running in the 2028 elections. Palace press officer Claire Castro said that if such a plan existed, the vice president should have exercised