Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy on Thursday reflected on the lessons of the devastating 7.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Bohol 13 years ago, saying the tragedy highlighted the fragility of life, the strength of faith and the importance of solidarity.
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Mynt offers real-time IPO allocation starting at 100 shares for GStocks PH users via GCash
GStocks PH users get real-time allocation starting at just ₱660 for 100 shares, with the option to buy more while shares last.
Ombudsman warns gov’t workers after Bohol board member dismissed over fuel misuse
The Office of the Ombudsman has warned government workers against using fuel allocated for government vehicles for private vehicles, citing a recent case involving a former Bohol provincial board member.
EcoWaste Coalition welcomes successive FDA advisories on unauthorized skin lightening products that pose mercury exposure risk
The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition lauded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for issuing public health warnings against unauthorized skin lightening products from Pakistan, which may cause mercury exposure risks to users and their households.
Bohol bomb-threat suspect identified as police step up probe
By Helen Castaño | 04:05 PM October 05, 2026 TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Authorities have identified a person being linked to an anonymous bomb-threat post […]
Boholano journalist wins column writing award at 2nd Cebu Catholic media awards
Boholano journalist Leo Udtohan won the Best in Column Writing – Opinion, English category at the 2nd Cebu Metropolitan Catholic Mass Media Awards (CM-CMMA) held Sunday, Oct. 4, at SM Seaside City Cebu.
Bohol establishes fair-value tourism, complaints system
Decades after Bohol picked on tourism, which has helped the people dramatically alter the province’s economic skyline, Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado finally steps in to grapple a Frankenstein that has threatened to potentially kill the very miracle-industry Boholanos have created.
Pepito says PCL Region 7 coordinated with Bohol officials for PCL Week
The Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region 7 coordinated with Bohol provincial officials and invited members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, including PCL-Bohol Chapter President Joanha Cabalit-Initay, to the PCL Week held here from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, PCL Region 7 President Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito said.
PCL Region VII chief ‘Kuya Nick’ Pepito thanks officials, media for successful 2026 PCL Week
Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region VII president Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito thanked local officials, the media and organizers for the successful staging of the 2026 PCL Week Central Visayas in Bohol.
Donatela Resort in Bohol closes after LandBank foreclosure
Donatela Resort & Sanctuary, a luxury resort in Panglao, Bohol, owned by businessman Dennis Uy’s PH Resorts Group Holdings Inc., has permanently ceased operations following the foreclosure of properties securing its loan with Land Bank of the Philippines.
Pepito calls for resilient, people-centered local governance
Local government officials must strengthen their communities’ ability to prepare for crises, protect vulnerable sectors and pursue progress that directly benefits the people, Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region 7 president Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito said.
Bohol LGUs, volunteers recognized in 2026 National Bayani Ka! Awards
Several Bohol local government units (LGUs), community volunteers and partner groups were recognized at the 2026 National Bayani Ka! cum TATAK KALAHI Awards held in Bacolod City on Sept. 22.