‘Jellyfish season’: BFAR-7 warns beachgoers of swimming in sea waters with high temperature

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/29/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Central Visayas (BFAR-7) has advised beachgoers to be wary of jellyfish, especially when swimming in sea waters  with high temperature. BFAR-7 director Alan Poquita said…

SRP culvert bridge demolition starts

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/28/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The demolition of the six-year-old culvert bridge at the South Road Properties (SRP) has already started, according to Cebu City Councilor Pastor “Jun” Alcover Jr. Alcover said demolition works being undertaken by the…

Eid’l Adha: A celebration of peace and solidarity

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/28/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — For Aliyah Samporna, the Eid’l Adha celebration is about patience and solidarity. Samporna is among the hundreds of Muslims who celebrated the Eid’l Adha in Plaza Independencia, in Cebu City, on Wednesday morning,…

The historic Plaza Independencia in Cebu City

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/28/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Over the years, Plaza Independencia has played host to several events. It was a witness to important political and religious meetings. Plaza Independencia is one of the most historically significant places in Cebu.…

MCWD contradicts claim of PrimeWater that they do not seek to privatize the utility firm

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) has contradicted the claim of PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. that their public-private partnership offer was limited to the joint development of water distribution and supply systems through joint…

Around 1,300 Muslims to celebrate Eid’l Adha in Plaza Independencia

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least 1,300 Muslims in Cebu are expected to celebrate Eid’l Adha at the Plaza Independencia in Cebu City on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Eid’l Adha or Feast of Sacrifice is one of…

Deadline for real property taxes payment in Cebu City on June 30

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Treasurer’s Office (CTO) has set the deadline for payment of real property taxes (RPT) for the second quarter of this year to June 30, 2023. In its notice to the…

How to treat jellyfish stings

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Some jellyfish, like box jellyfish and Irukandji jellyfish, are venomous and dangerous. Last Sunday, June 25, 2023, a 32-year-old woman from Bohol died after she was stung by a box jellyfish while swimming…

5 JO personnel of Cebu City Market Operations Division terminated for illegal drugs

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Five job order (JO) personnel of the Cebu City Market Operations Division (MOD) were stripped from their jobs after they tested positive for illegal drug use during a surprise drug test conducted by…

Capitol calls out bus drivers, operators who pick up passengers outside terminal

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu Provincial Government called out bus operators and drivers who pick up passengers outside the Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT). On Monday, June 26, 2023, the Capitol posted on social media some…

Bidets in all public toilets pushed in Cebu City

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/24/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines — The installation of bidets in all public toilets or restrooms in malls, hospitals, and other similar establishments in Cebu City is the subject of a proposed ordinance that will be tackled by…

LOOK: Tourism Secretary Garcia-Frasco captivated by Moalboal’s undersea beauty

Wenilyn Sabalo 06/24/2023

LOOK: Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said she was mesmerized by the rich marine ecosystem of Moalboal during a diving stop there on Friday. “Mesmerized by MOALBOAL. The Sardine Run, sea turtles, and pristine…

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