Beyond the Headlines

Join us as we discuss the latest updates on the earthquake recovery efforts in Bogo City, hear firsthand reports from our on-site reporter, and dive into the ongoing debate over Cebu’s proposed “Mayor of the Night” program, including reactions from local officials.

Join us on Beyond the Headlines as Regional Director Joel Erestain of the Office of Civil Defense provides a comprehensive update on the recent earthquake in Northern Cebu, covering damage assessment and ongoing response operations.

Should Cebu City have a “Mayor of the Night”?

Cebu City Councilor Pastor “Jun” Alcover joins Beyond the Headlines to speak out against the proposed “Mayor of the Night” program.

He calls it unconstitutional and a waste of public funds, saying the city already has a mayor serving 24/7.

Cebu will host the 5th Asian Apostolic Congress on Mercy, which will start on October 14 and run until the 19th. A procession will take place on October 19.

In other news, the dismissed mayor of Palompon, Leyte continues to hold office despite the dismissal order from the Office of the Ombudsman. Why could this be?

We will find out today at noon on Beyond the Headlines.

A passenger in a modern public utility jeep complains against a "reckless driver" for injuring her son with a sudden stop of the bus. The passenger complains about the driver's arrogance and recklessness.

Netizens were surprised with the new rates for the canyoneering in Badian and the Kawasan Falls experience. It was closed and opened recently, but at higher rates.

Flowers, candles for Halloween set.

Are we ready for the celebration of All Saints and All Souls' Day? How are the prices of flowers and candles at Carbon Market. How to make your flowers look fresh for a longer period of time.

How was the conduct of the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Elections? Is everybody happy with the election results?

Who will shoulder the hospitalization of workers who get injured while performing their jobs? What are the government's rules on this matter? What protections are in place for the workers?

Is rubber burning allowed? Residents of two subdivisions have complained about the regular burning of rubber materials in a nearby vacant lot. Residents were calling on barangay officials to take action.