Rama dismisses son’s council nomination: ‘We’re not opportunists’

Pia Piquero 11/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Dismissed Mayor Michael Rama said he was not interested in the recent nomination of his son, Lawyer Mikel Francisco Rama, to the City Council, as he believed his son should earn any seat…

Rama to file case against Raymond Garcia for ‘usurpation’

Pia Piquero 10/31/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines —The stage might be set for a high-profile legal battle between two mayoral figures in Cebu City over a mayoral dispute. This comes after dismissed Mayor Michael Rama announced plans to file legal cases…

Kalag-Kalag: Authorities will arrest overcharging drivers at piers

Pia Piquero 10/31/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City authorities are set to arrest scalpers and overcharging drivers as part of intensified efforts to protect passengers during the Kalag-Kalag holiday rush. The crackdown follows growing concerns over illegal ticket resales…

‘I embalmed my own children’: The untold story of an embalmer

Pia Piquero 10/30/2024

Trigger/content warning: This article contains descriptions of the embalming process and the handling of deceased bodies. Readers who may be sensitive to topics related to death, grief, or vivid imagery of corpses may find this content distressing.…

CCMC officials, others risk contempt for continued absence in executive sessions

Pia Piquero 10/29/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Council is considering the filing of contempt charges against key officials of the Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) and other government offices, who continue to ignore their invitation to appear…

SM J Mall: Cebu’s newest lifestyle destination now open!

Pia Piquero 10/27/2024

SM J Mall, the latest addition to the SM Supermalls family, officially opened its doors on October 25, 2024, bringing a new era of retail and lifestyle experiences to Cebu.     Located in Mandaue City, the…

Sinulog 2025 on track for record turnout with 17 contingents confirmed as of October

Pia Piquero 10/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The number of confirmed contingents for Sinulog 2025 as of October is already close to the total from previous years. As of October 21, 17 contingents have already confirmed their participation in the…

Kalag-Kalag 2024: Traffic rerouting for Cebu City cemeteries set

Pia Piquero 10/25/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – With less than a week left before the annual “Kalag-Kalag” observance, Cebu City officials are urging motorists and commuters to plan their cemetery visits early to avoid heavy traffic. The Cebu City Transportation…

P17.9B Cebu City budget for 2025 to face scrutiny in November hearings

Pia Piquero 10/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Council will begin its marathon budget hearings in November for the city’s proposed P17.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2025. The series of public hearings, which will allow various departments…

Mikel Rama nominated for vacant Cebu City Council seat

Pia Piquero 10/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Lawyer Mikel Francisco Rama, son of dismissed Mayor Michael Rama, has been nominated to fill the vacant seat in the 16th Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) of Cebu City. Councilor Philip Zafra made the nomination…

‘Sparkling Spirits’: Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu celebrates 15 years with grand Christmas tree lighting

Pia Piquero 10/23/2024

Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark, Cebu, sparkled brighter than ever before as it celebrated the onset of the holiday season and 15 years of dedication to hospitality and excellence on October 18, 2024.      The grand…

Philippines among top 5 countries for ChatGPT usage, report shows

Pia Piquero 10/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippines is one of the top five countries in the world for ChatGPT usage. This shows how much Filipinos are turning to this AI tool in their daily lives. According to a…

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