2025 elections: How do the new vote-counting machines work

Pia Piquero 12/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) introduced a new automated vote-counting machine for the 2025 midterm elections. The Miru automated counting machines (ACMs), developed by the South Korean firm Miru Systems, aim to deliver…

For some, Christmas isn’t always a happy time

Pia Piquero 12/16/2024

  Trigger Warning: This story contains themes of loss, a tragic accident, and deeply emotional experiences. It may be distressing to some readers. Please proceed with care and prioritize your well-being.   Mera Timbang Sultan always loved…

Why unlicensed massage practices can lead to injury or death

Pia Piquero 12/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The untimely death of Thai singer Phing Chyada following a massage involving a neck-twisting technique has troubled the public about the risks of unlicensed manual therapies. She was seeking relief from shoulder pain,…

‘You’ve been eating wrong every Christmas’: Here’s how to fix it

Pia Piquero 12/15/2024

The holiday season is a time for family, joy, and, of course, indulgence. Tables brim with rich, decadent dishes and sweet treats, which make it almost impossible to resist. But while it’s a season for celebration, Christmas…

Manifesting success: How Alyssa Andan turned ‘Top 1 cutie’ into LET board topper

Pia Piquero 12/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — They always say that manifesting dreams into reality is more than just wishful thinking; it’s a mindset. Just ask Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, who boldly tweeted, “Kalma lang, guys. Ako bahala. Babawi…

MUPh Cebu 2025: Cebu City North, Naga, Lapu-Lapu lead prelims

Pia Piquero 12/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The journey to the Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2025 crown reached a dazzling breakthrough as the preliminaries unfolded on December 12 at the Radisson Blu Cebu. Seventeen stunning candidates showcased their poise, charm,…

Council backs Carbon Market reclassification; Vendors lose bid

Pia Piquero 12/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines —  The Cebu City Council has upheld the commercial zoning of the hawker area at the Carbon Public Market, rejecting calls to revoke its reclassification despite strong opposition from vendors and allegations of procedural…

MUPh Cebu 2025: Chella Falconer, 25, represents the City of Naga

Pia Piquero 12/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Chella Falconer is no stranger to the spotlight. And this year, she steps into it once again to represent the City of Naga in the Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2025 competition. A seasoned…

Cebu vendors resist Carbon Market reclassification to commercial

Pia Piquero 12/11/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The reclassification of a portion of the Carbon Public Market, particularly the hawker center area, from institutional to commercial zoning could bring high income to Cebu City, according to a local legislator. However,…

1-Pacman’s Milka Romero inspires aspiring athletes in Brgy. Inayawan

Pia Piquero 12/07/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Staying true to its mission of empowering communities through sports, the 1-Pacman Party List brought its volleyball clinic to Barangay Inayawan, Cebu City, inspiring over 100 aspiring athletes to reach their dreams. Milka…

MUPh Cebu, Ronda: Katja Bacoy’s ‘dreams before diapers’ mantra

Pia Piquero 12/06/2024

CEBU, Philippines – Society has long dictated a script for women to follow. It is like a roadmap of roles, expectations, and dreams to which we are tethered from a young age. But life, with its unpredictable…

CCUVA head: Cebu vendors will never be used for political agenda

Pia Piquero 12/05/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Vendors stand firm for fairness and justice. Maria Pino, president of the Cebu Coalition of United Vendors Association (CCUVA), said that amid the political struggles in the Cebu City government, particularly between dismissed…

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