[2026-02-28 01:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SC, Ateneo mourn Hofileña’s passing

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court on Friday joined the law community in mourning the death of Ateneo Law School (ALS) Dean Jose Maria “Joey” Hofileña.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/sc-ateneo-mourn-hofileas-passing/2290055

[2026-02-27 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos appoints Cuna as DENR chief, Lotilla as envoy to Holy See

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Environment Undersecretary Juan Miguel Cuna as acting secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Malacañang announced Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/marcos-appoints-cuna-as-denr-chief-lotilla-as-envoy-to-holy-see/2289903

[2026-02-27 22:54 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Prosecution says link exists between Duterte and killings

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/prosecution-link-exists-rodrigo-duterte-killings-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 22:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Foreign minister discusses Lee's state visits with Singapore, Philippines officials

Snippet: Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has held phone talks with senior Singaporean and Philippine officials to discuss President Lee Jae Myung's upcoming state visits to the two countries, his ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10684339

[2026-02-27 22:13 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Structure of Duterte’s killing machine in the Philippines ‘real’

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-structure-duterte-killing-machine-real-icc-pre-trial-hearing-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 22:10 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Human rights lawyer: Duterte admin ‘polluted’ official documents

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/lawyer-duterte-administration-polluted-official-documents-icc-pre-trial-hearing-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 21:42 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [DECODED] Facebook posts exploit death of young girl to defend Duterte drug war, attack critics

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/decoded-facebook-posts-death-girl-toledo-cebu-rodrigo-duterte-supporters/

[2026-02-27 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: FM discusses Lee's state visits with Singapore, Philippines officials

Snippet: SEOUL, Feb. 27 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has held phone talks with senior Singaporean and Philippine officials to discuss President Lee Jae Myung's upcoming state visits to the two countries, his ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260227010400315

[2026-02-27 21:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Suecia intercepta un presunto dron ruso durante visita de portaaviones francés

Snippet: El portaaviones francés Charles de Gaulle, en el puerto de Subic Bay, una antigua base naval estadounidense al noroeste de Manila, Filipinas, el 23 de febrero de 2025. (AP Foto/Joeal Calupitan, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/suecia-francia-portaaviones-dron-rusia-cf01c1498e0f041f4dede8d7f5311e8b

[2026-02-27 20:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Rosario Pamanang Panlasa showcases Filipino heritage cuisine and daily folk dance performances at Gateway Mall 2

Snippet: NOW open at the Upper Ground Floor of Gateway Mall 2 in Cubao, Araneta City, Rosario Pamanang Panlasa brings a distinctly Filipino heritage dining experience to Metro Manila, combining traditional cuisine with live cultural performances in one vibrant setting. This feature is for newspaper publication to highlight the restaurant’s growing presence in the city’s dining scene.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/rosario-pamanang-panlasa-showcases-filipino-heritage-cuisine-and-daily-folk-dance-performances-at-gateway-mall-2/2289789

[2026-02-27 20:19 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: What to expect on the final day of ICC pre-trial on Duterte’s drug war

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Rappler senior investigative reporter Lian Buan discusses what to expect during the last day of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s confirmation of charges hearing at the International Criminal Court on Friday, February 27.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-expectations-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 20:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Swedish military intercepts suspected Russian drone near Malmö port

Snippet: French aircraft carrier The Charles de Gaulle docks at Subic Bay port, a former U.S. Naval base northwest of Manila, Philippines, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Joeal Calupitan, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sweden-france-aircraft-carrier-drone-russia-c8905513cb9ade27176a88ef642411b7

[2026-02-27 19:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOST-HTA evaluates 13 advanced breast and cervical cancer treatments for possible public funding

Snippet: THE Health Technology Assessment (HTA) unit of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is currently assessing 13 advanced breast and cervical cancer treatments as part of ongoing efforts to improve access to life-saving therapies for Filipino women.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/dost-hta-evaluates-13-advanced-breast-and-cervical-cancer-treatments-for-possible-public-funding/2289762

[2026-02-27 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Quezon City Hall of Justice receives bomb threat but police find no explosives

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Hall of Justice received a bomb threat on Friday although explosives experts found "no hazardous materials, explosive, incendiary or similar devices" during an inspection, police said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/quezon-city-hall-of-justice-receives-bomb-threat-but-police-find-no-explosives/2289778

[2026-02-27 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Legarda seeks to improve K-3 to help fix education crisis

Snippet: SENATOR Loren Legarda underscored the importance of passing Senate Bill No. 1853, otherwise known as the K to 3 Foundational Learning and Nurturing Care Act, as a concrete solution in helping solve the Philippine learning crisis.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/legarda-seeks-to-improve-k-3-to-help-fix-education-crisis/2289590

[2026-02-27 19:24 UTC+10:00] [Inside Track] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: This time, the Chinese embassy in Manila trains its guns on journalists

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/chinese-embassy-trains-guns-philippine-center-for-investigative-journalism/

[2026-02-27 19:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ICC Final Day of confirmation of charges hearings on Duterte case

Snippet: Welcome to The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/videos/icc-final-day-of-confirmation-of-charges-hearings-on-duterte-case/2289731

[2026-02-27 18:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: How 12Go built a white-label system behind travel brands

Snippet: A TRAVELER in Manila opens her phone to book a weekend ferry to Palawan. She compares schedules, checks prices and completes payment. The whole process happens inside an app she already trusts, carrying branding she recognizes.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/business/how-12go-built-a-white-label-system-behind-travel-brands/2289587

[2026-02-27 18:20 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact Check wRap: Lies about Duterte’s case at the ICC

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – In Rodrigo Duterte’s dreams, the fake news about him is real: he has been released from detention by the International Criminal Court, world leaders love him, and his critics can’t do anything about it.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/fact-check-wrap-february-2026/

[2026-02-27 18:17 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact Check wRap: Lies about Duterte’s case at the ICC

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – In Rodrigo Duterte’s dreams, the fake news about him is real: he has been released from detention by the International Criminal Court, world leaders love him, and his critics can’t do anything about it.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/fact-check-wrap-lies-about-dutertes-case-at-the-icc/

[2026-02-27 18:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Galedo turns back hands of time in PhilCycling road nationals

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — MARK JOHN LEXER GALEDO was unbeatable in the individual time trial for Masters and Standard Insurance riders finished 1-2-3 in Women’s Under-23 of individual road race in the PhilCycling National Championships for Road 2026 earlier this week.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/sports/galedo-turns-back-hands-of-time-in-philcycling-road-nationals/2289586

[2026-02-27 17:42 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Duterte not set to be released in February 2026, ICC case ongoing

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/rodrigo-duterte-not-released-february-2026-icc-case-ongoing/

[2026-02-27 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ateneo Law School Dean Hofileña, 64

Snippet: MANILA,, Philippines — The Ateneo Law School Dean Jose Maria "Joey" Hofileña has died. He was 64.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/ateneo-law-school-dean-hofilea-64/2289585

[2026-02-27 17:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sharp net play powers champions in Pickle Fest 2026 Novice finals

Snippet: DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The tandems of Marcial Alapag III and Michael Ibañez, and Tereza Tanzo and Emma Florida delivered commanding performances to rule their respective divisions in the Novice level of the Pickle Fest 2026 Adult Categories Sectional Tournament at Pickletown here recently.­

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/sports/sharp-net-play-powers-champions-in-pickle-fest-2026-novice-finals/2289582

[2026-02-27 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dagoon, Gecosala dominate anew in PPS Mindanao leg

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Brimming with confidence, Jan Cadee Dagoon and Krelz Gecosala tightened their grip on the Mindanao swing of the Palawan Pawnshop Junior Tennis Circuit, powering their way to another pair of title romps in the Governor’s Cup Championships at the Capitol Sports Complex last weekend.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/sports/dagoon-gecosala-dominate-anew-in-pps-mindanao-leg/2289581

[2026-02-27 16:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: South Korean President Lee to visit PH, says Palace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will meet with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during a visit that is seen to further strengthen the two countries' defense, maritime and economic cooperation, Malacañang announced Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/south-korean-president-lee-to-visit-ph-says-palace/2289580

[2026-02-27 16:42 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Lotilla exits Marcos Cabinet, Cuna is acting DENR chief

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/popo-lotilla-out-marcos-cabinet-cuna-acting-denr-secretary/

[2026-02-27 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Data and Documents] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] Rodrigo Duterte vs drug war statistics

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/in-this-economy-rodrigo-duterte-drug-war-statistics/

[2026-02-27 12:09 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ‘Minaliit ang aming pagkatao’: Victims say Duterte defense belittled their trauma

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/drug-war-victims-rodrigo-duterte-defense-belittled-trauma/

[2026-02-27 11:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gasoline, diesel prices projected to go up for 7th consecutive week

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Gasoline and diesel prices are projected to increase for the seventh consecutive week, as tensions between the US and Iran continue to influence global oil market prices, local oil industry sources said on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/business/top-business/gasoline-diesel-prices-projected-to-go-up-for-7th-consecutive-week/2289866

[2026-02-27 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: A Don Quixote dream: A strong Philippine manufacturing sector

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/opinion-philippine-manufacturing-sector-industry-development/

[2026-02-27 10:59 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Highlights: Day 3 of Duterte’s pre-trial

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/highlights-duterte-pre-trial-day-3-february-26-2026/

[2026-02-27 10:27 UTC+10:00] [Luzon] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COA upholds ruling vs Albay governor, wife on ‘irregular’ cash aid

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/albay-governor-noel-rosal-wife-geraldine-rosal-remain-accountable-for-irregular-cash-aid-coa/

[2026-02-27 10:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COA upholds ruling vs ex-Legazpi mayors Noel and Geraldine Rosal on irregular cash aid

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/former-legazpi-mayors-noel-geraldine-rosal-remain-accountable-irregular-cash-aid-coa/

[2026-02-27 04:48 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Kaufman’s main defense: No direct link from Duterte to the dead bodies

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/kaufman-no-direct-link-duterte-dead-bodies-icc-pre-trial-february-26-2026/

[2026-02-27 04:03 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: Duterte’s lawyer goes after death squad witnesses

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/rodrigo-duterte-lawyer-goes-after-death-squad-witnesses-icc-pre-trial-february-26-2026/

[2026-02-27 03:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Banking sector assets hit P29.8T

Snippet: TOTAL assets of the Philippine banking sector rose to P29.8 trillion last year, data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed, up 8.7 percent from 2024’s P27.4 trillion.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/business/top-business/banking-sector-assets-hit-p298t/2286121

[2026-02-27 03:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH eyeing $10.3B in ODA loans

Snippet: THE Marcos administration is aiming to secure $10.3 billion in concessional loans this year through official development assistance (ODA) agreements with three countries, a Cabinet official said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/business/top-business/ph-eyeing-103b-in-oda-loans/2286118

[2026-02-27 03:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Big bold reform: Agriculture (1)

Snippet: JUST like the Department of Agrarian Reform, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has identified a number of measures that will form part of the “big bold reform” (BBR) initiatives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for the remaining years of his term. The presentation of the measures was made by no less than Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., and I was able to obtain a copy of his PowerPoint presentation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/business/top-business/big-bold-reform-agriculture-1/2286117

[2026-02-27 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philhealth urges private providers: 'Partner with us'

Snippet: THE Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) on Thursday called on the private sector to partner with the state health insurer to fill in the gap of more than 4,000 Yakap (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program) health care providers across the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/national/philhealth-urges-private-providers-partner-with-us/2286199

[2026-02-27 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China to respond firmly to smears, but says friendship with PH intact

Snippet: THE Chinese Embassy in Manila warned it will respond firmly to any attacks or smears against China, while stressing that its “fundamental duty” remains promoting friendship and cooperation with the Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/national/china-to-respond-firmly-to-smears-but-says-friendship-with-ph-intact/2286198

[2026-02-27 03:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jealousy Sparked Massive Intramuros Fire on Cabildo Street, Officials Say

Snippet: ​A MASSIVE fire that tore through a residential area along Cabildo Street in Intramuros was declared out late Wednesday, according to the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/national/jealousy-sparked-massive-intramuros-fire-on-cabildo-street-officials-say/2286197

[2026-02-27 03:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Germany-born MUPh bet embraces Filipino values

Snippet: SCARLETT De Mesa, a Germany-born Filipina raised in a household grounded in Filipino values and traditions, is stepping onto the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) stage carrying not only global experience but also a deeply personal commitment to represent Los Baños, Laguna.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/regions/germany-born-muph-bet-embraces-filipino-values/2286097

[2026-02-27 03:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu City considers reopening part of Binaliw landfill

Snippet: CEBU CITY — Despite the deadly incident that buried 36 workers, city officials are exploring the partial reopening of the Binaliw sanitary landfill as an interim solution to the city’s worsening garbage crisis.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/regions/cebu-city-considers-reopening-part-of-binaliw-landfill/2286096

[2026-02-27 03:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PNVF taps Valdez to hold youth camps

Snippet: THE Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) has tapped volleyball superstar Alyssa Valdez to spearhead its plan for a nationwide training camp for aspiring volleyball players.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/sports/pnvf-taps-valdez-to-hold-youth-camps/2286030

[2026-02-27 03:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: MCIA wins 2025 Best Airport in Asia-Pacific

Snippet: LAPU-LAPU CITY — Another year, another international accolade for Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) which captured the 2025 Best Airport Award in Asia-Pacific for the 5 to 15 million passengers category under the Airport Service Quality program.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/regions/mcia-wins-2025-best-airport-in-asia-pacific/2286094

[2026-02-27 03:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Beyond Tradition exhibits Chinese Filipino artists

Snippet: IN time for the Chinese Lunar New Year, Gateway Gallery presents an exhibition from its art collection of artworks created by Chinese Filipino artists. “Beyond tradition: Evolving Chinese Filipino artists” focuses on the traditional Chinese art and how it evolved in form and philosophy in modern and contemporary times.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/beyond-tradition-exhibits-chinese-filipino-artists/2285761

[2026-02-27 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: EDSA@40: Truth is stranger than fiction

Snippet: THIS year, EDSA People Power celebrates its 40th anniversary. It has been 40 years since the dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. was forced to exit Malacañang with his family under the protection of the United States, which facilitated their exile in Hawaii. Three years later, in 1989, Ferdinand Sr. expired from cardiac arrest after a long battle with heart, lung and kidney problems, presumably arising from his bout with systemic lupus erythematosus, a chronic autoimmune disease, that he hid from the

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/opinion/columns/edsa40-truth-is-stranger-than-fiction/2286140

[2026-02-27 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Real Madrid makes Champions League last 16

Snippet: PARIS, France — Vinicius Junior sealed Real Madrid’s progress to the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) with the clincher against Benfica as holders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) edged out 10-man Ligue 1 rivals Monaco.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/sports/real-madrid-makes-champions-league-last-16/2286027

[2026-02-27 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos inaugurates processing center for homeless in Cebu

Snippet: PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday inaugurated the Pag-Abot Processing Center in Cebu as part of his administration's commitment to move street dwellers off sidewalks and back into stable homes.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/regions/marcos-inaugurates-processing-center-for-homeless-in-cebu/2286584