EXPLAINER: Naming of resident ombudsman says Mike 'means business to put things in order.' It's good PR, also used by Tomas, to signify shunning of corruption. But mayor just nominates, doesn't appoint.
Bzzzzz: Rama names VM office overseer as acting city administrator. Ardosa is 2nd woman named to the post. Casas quits, thanked 'for his service.' Other coterminous officials advised not to report.
EXPLAINER: Councilors Hontiveros, Zafra cancel 'independence,' stay with Barug. To Comelec though, they're still party-less. Nov. 15 deadline is 'only for substitution.'
EXPLAINER: Patients in WestVac clinical trials 'not bought,' just given money. Cebu City Hall not informed but notice isn't required by law or ordinance. 7 takeaways on furor over tests.