IN PHOTOS: Implementation of ‘stay at home’ order starts

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/23/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police Colonel Hector Grijaldo, the newly installed director of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO), visited Barangays Ermita, Suba, and Pasil Sunday night, March 22, 2020, to remind residents of the implementation of…

Popular citrus fruits, oranges and lemons

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/19/2020

Cebu City, Philippines—Oranges and lemons are among the world’s most popular citrus fruits. The health benefits one can get from both fruits are probably the reason why. Orange and lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C,…

In Photos: Social Distancing in Cebu Cathedral

Gerard Vincent Francisco, Morexette Marie B. Erram 03/15/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Holy Masses in Cebu have not been suspended yet despite threats of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). But the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, one of the most popular churches in Cebu City, is implementing…

#PresyoMerkado: Eggplants 

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/12/2020

Cebu City, Philippines—Eggplants are among the favorite vegetables in the country. It can be prepared in so many ways, from being fried, sautéd, and grilled. It can even be eaten raw when prepared with the right spices and…

Monggos, a Filipino favorite

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/05/2020

Cebu City, Philippines—Packed with protein, mung beans, known locally as monggos, are used as an ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes. But one of the more famous ways of preparing it in the country is by making…

In Photos: Fire Prevention Month

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/01/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines -Do not be alarmed if you hear sirens wailing. There is no fire alarm reported in Cebu City this Sunday morning, March 1, 2020. Sirens were sounded to attract attention as firetrucks from the…

In Photos: Gullas, PNP lead cleanup drive, blessing of communal toilet in Brgy Tangke

Gerard Vincent Francisco 03/01/2020

TALISAY CITY, Cebu – Talisay City police opened the month of March with an early morning house to house visit in Sitio Rattan, Barangay Tangke which is part of their campaign to rid the barangay of illegal…

Prices of tomatoes and onions at Carbon Public Market

Gerard Vincent Francisco 02/27/2020

Cebu City, Philippines—Add some flavor in your meals with a touch of some onions or tomatoes. You can buy these two at reasonable prices at the Carbon Public Market. A quarter of a kilo of tomatoes costs…

This Lenten season, Palma asks devotees to include others in prayers

Gerard Vincent Francisco, Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/26/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma is asking devotees to pray not only for themselves and their loved ones but also for others amid the threats of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). “Let’s hope the…

Rambutan: The hairy yet tasty and healthy fruit 

Gerard Vincent Francisco 02/20/2020

Cebu City, Philippines—Also known, as “the hairy fruit”, the rambutan is a popular fruit native to Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines. Rambutan is actually considered one of the favorites for locals because of its sweet taste.…

SHS – Ateneo Magis Eagles wins 2020 Cesafi Futsal-Secondary Girls championship crown

Gerard Vincent Francisco 02/02/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The SHS – Ateneo Magis Eagles topped the Cesafi Futsal – Secondary Girls leaderboards after dominating their finals matchup against the University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors, 5 – 1,  on Sunday, February…

In Photos: Cebuanos run for Kobe

Gerard Vincent Francisco 02/02/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Fans of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant joined the Run for Kobe held at dawn on Sunday, February 2, 2020. Participants gathered at the Cebu City Sports Center (CCSC) where the run’s…

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