Butanding spotted in Danao City

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jhames Reymond Talisic thought it was an ordinary afternoon on Wednesday. In the middle of a vast sea in Sitio Canlingo, Sabang, Danao City, Talisic was simply enjoying his hobby on his day…

Cuenco: No division in City Council amid political party split

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The political parties of acting Cebu City mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia and suspended mayor Michael Rama recently revealed the councilors who have joined their team. On Sept. 23, the Kugi, Uswag, Sugbo (Kusug)…

Roundabout project at SRP: Cebu City awaits DPWH to implement it

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City is still waiting for the roundabout project of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to be implemented at the South Road Properties (SRP). Councilor Rey Gealon, who recently became…

Cebu City continues investigation of Pogo-like activities

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City acting mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia continues to investigate Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogo)-like activities here. Garcia said on Monday that he received a letter from the League of Cities of the…

Acting Cebu City mayor recommends Cañete as city police director

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Police Colonel Antonietto Cañete has earned the trust of acting Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia to lead the police here. On Monday, Garcia said he already signed the recommendation letter from his…

Former Barug councilors in Cebu City: Why did they move to Kusug?

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The five councilors, who have shifted alliances from suspended Mayor Michael Rama’s Partido Barug party to acting Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia’s Kusug party, explained the reason for their move. On Monday, Sept. 23,…

Raymond is new Kusug president, open to run as Cebu City mayor

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Acting Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia was inducted as the new president of the Kugi, Uswag, Sugbo (Kusug) party on Monday. In a press conference that followed, Garcia said, “yes, I am…

Central Visayas surpasses 4.3 million registered voters ahead of deadline

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A few days before the end of voter registration on Sept. 30, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) continues to call for all unregistered voters to exercise their right to vote. As of Sept.…

Cebu weather: Expect fair days ahead with isolated showers

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A rainy week is ahead for Metro Cebu over the next five days, until Thursday, according to a local weather specialist. Jhomer Eclarino, weather specialist of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services…

Osmeña to House: I’m willing to give info about EJKs in Cebu City

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/19/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former Cebu City mayor Tomas “Tommy” Osmeña is willing to cooperate with the House of Representatives’ next quad-committee hearing to shed light on the extrajudicial killings (EJK) in Cebu City during his time.…

Press Freedom 2024: Even in media, prioritize your mental health

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/19/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Journalists are at the forefront in carrying and bringing out news to the public.  In the events of crimes, protests, and even unfavorable weather conditions, the journalists are there to keep the public…

‘Bato’ dela Rosa reiterates call: Help gov’t fight illegal drugs

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/18/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa reiterated his call to the public in supporting the government fight against illegal drugs. Dela Rosa said this in his speech in Danao City on Sunday, September 15, during…

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