In light of the recent “string of calamities” that pummeled Laguna province and other parts of Luzon and Visayas this month, the national government has laid down the rule (disguised as a “suggestion”): no lavish Christmas parties this year.

No lavish Christmas parties should be the rule

With the reality that storms in the Philippines are now increasing in number and intensity, some sectors are urging the national government to seriously consider dredging Laguna de Bay, the Philippines’ largest freshwater lake.

Time to dredge Laguna de Bay

The recent surge in employment and the subsequent decrease in the unemployment rate in Eastern Visayas signals a promising shift in the region's economic landscape. 

EV employment growth 

Some bit of news that was buried among the current controversies hounding our political landscape: the national government has reportedly shelved prospects for dredging Laguna de Bay.

Death knell for Laguna de Bay?

It's hard to imagine that just over two or three years ago, Christmas celebrations were observed in what may be the "quietest" way possible.

Brace yourselves: Heavy traffic is coming

The idea of creating a separate province for Western Leyte has sparked significant debate among residents and officials. 

Debating the Division

The move to significantly increase the zonal value of real property in Leyte raises pressing concerns about its potential impact on the local economy and residents.

Drastic and excessive 

Despite the trials that we have endured in the past 11 months of 2024, one thing is for certain: nothing’s going to stop us from celebrating Christmas.

Some good news for Christmas

Unknown to many, Region 8 not only houses a rich natural environment but also a rich history that can be seen in many of its old structures that withstood even Typhoon Yolanda.

Keeping a piece of history

The debate over increasing the minimum wage is a critical issue that affects both workers and the overall economy.

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