In a promising development for Philippine tourism, representatives of Compagnie du Ponant, a French luxury cruise operator, have been conducting on‑site assessments across Eastern Visayas as the region vies for inclusion in the cruise line’s 2027–2028 season itineraries.

French Luxury Cruise Line’s Visit Signals Promise For EV

In an unexpected turn of events before the first month of 2026 even ends, Municipal Mayor Ma. Gina E. Merilo of Tanauan, Leyte has been ordered suspended for 90 days by the Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 27 in Lapu-Lapu City in connection with a high-profile graft case.

Tanauan Mayor Gina Merilo suspended for 90 days

At least three barangays in Sogod, Southern Leyte have tested positive for African swine fever (ASF), prompting the local government to step up measures to combat the spread of the virus. 

Sogod steps up anti-ASF measures

A chorus of resistance is rising from the coastal and farming villages of MacArthur, Leyte as residents push back against the impending operation of a massive dredger for black sand mining, an activity they fear will irreversibly damage their land, livelihoods, and future.

Locals Scream Resistance Against Black Sand Dredging

Leyte Governor Jericho “Icot” Petilla attended the Regional Development Committee–Visayas Area Committee (RDCom-VAC) Reorganizational Meeting held at the Golden Prince Hotel and Suites in Cebu City, joining regional leaders in efforts to strengthen interregional coordination in the Visayas.

Petilla Attends Visayas RDCom-VAC Reorganizational Meeting

Kerwin Espinosa’s surrender to authorities this week thrusts him back into national headlines, but this time it’s not about drugs or politics.

Kerwin Espinosa Surrenders Amidst Murder Allegations

In the world of pageantry, a crown often signals the beginning of a journey. For Angel Rose Campo Tambal, it also marked the moment she would later choose to begin a new one.

Miss Philippines Earth-Water to Mrs.: Angel Rose Tambal’s Graceful Transition

A drunken man was fatally shot by responding police officers in Barangay Santa Cruz, Palo, Leyte on the afternoon of February 3 after he allegedly threatened law enforcers and passersby with a bladed weapon, as authorities confirmed.

Cop Shoots Drunk Man in Palo

Eastern Visayas recorded a sharp decline in export earnings in October 2025, with the total value of exports dropping by 89.1 percent to USD 23.80 million from USD 217.87 million in the same month last year, according to preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Eastern Visayas Exports Fall 89.1% in October 2025

In the quaint town of Albuera, where verdant rice fields stretch toward the horizon and the rhythm of community life is slow but steady, one of its own has become an unlikely cultural export.

Justine Luzares’ Journey from Leyte to Viral Fame

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