FACES OF CEBU: Etienne Chantal, 29, social media influencer, thrift shopper

Immae Lachica 03/02/2024

  CEBU CITY, Philippines— What comes to your mind when you hear those words ‘thrift shopping?’ Cheap clothes? Dead people’s clothes? Or fun and trendy clothes? Etienne Chantal, a social media influencer in Cebu, is giving thrift shopping…

Single ladies and their silent battles

Immae Lachica 03/01/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Have you heard Whitney Houston’s hit “I’m Every Woman?” If not, here’s a line that will surely make you feel empowered. “I’m every woman It’s all in me Anything you want done baby I…

‘The backup singers’ in Toledo City give a different feel to 80s hit

Charen Alegres-USJR Intern, Immae Lachica 02/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— The 80s had some smashing hits that up to now everyone loves to jam to. One of the most known hits from the 80s is Sheena Easton’s “Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair).” READ: Bisrock…

‘Breadcrumbing’: Do you know what this is?

Immae Lachica 02/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Breadcrumbs in the world of food are the ones that make a certain dish crispy, right? But a certain slang has been going around town again suggesting a different meaning to the word. Breadcrumbing.…

Paddleboarding: Why you should try this water sport

Immae Lachica 02/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— How’s your balancing skill? Are you ready to test it on a paddleboard? If you’re having second thoughts, maybe you’d want to check out this episode of CDN Sportstalk, which tackles this watersport. What…

Bisrock singer jams with inmates in Bohol

Immae Lachica, Nikki Medalla- USJR Intern 02/16/2024

CONSOLACION, Cebu — Cebuano singer and songwriter Emping made the inmates of Dauis, Bohol happy on February 13 as he jammed with them while singing the classic bisrock hit song, “Chinita.” Emping was performing on stage at…

TikTok video on translating Cebuano term to English goes viral

Immae Lachica, Nikki Medalla- USJR Intern 02/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines– TikTok sensation Ms. Steffy posted a video that put netizens in a dilemma, questioning themselves, “So, unsaon man jud ni pag-ingon?” This simple jeepney scenario could be relatable to some and has gotten everyone…

What is love? Netizens share their answers

Immae Lachica 02/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines– What is love? The older generation have this Cebuano quote as answer: “Ang gugma mura’g bubble gum. Kung mo pilit maka buang!” (Love is like bubble gum. If it sticks on you, you can go…

Cebuano talent recognized by award-winning Hollywood star Viola Davis

Charen Alegres-USJR Intern, Immae Lachica 02/14/2024

  CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipinos are known for their usual ‘Karaoke’ sessions during birthday celebrations, getting together with friends, and family reunions. But what if this recreational activity has been put into use during classes? EGOT…

‘Situationship’ and navigating through it

Immae Lachica 02/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Dating in today’s life is a bit confusing or complicated than what we used to in the earlier days. Before, you meet someone, hang out with them, get to know them then get together.…

Valentine’s Day: Unsa’y gusto ninyong madawat? Kwarta o Gugma?

Immae Lachica 02/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Hapit na ang adlaw sa mga kasing-kasing! Mga nagka daiyang mga matang sa mga regalo nga adunay mga color nga pink ug red ang makita sa atong palibot. Ikaw? Naa na ba ka’y nahuna-huna-an…

Have you heard of the ‘Roman Empire’ trend on TikTok?

Immae Lachica 02/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— TikTok has unleashed several trends over time. From dance moves to challenges to making an old song come back to life, this social media platform is getting everyone hooked. The platform also paved the…

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