FACES OF CEBU: Dr. Juvel Ducay, 29, Miss Bantayan Island

Pia Piquero 04/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – It was a sunny day in Bantayan Island in Cebu, and the rhythmic slapping of waves against the shore signaled only one thing for children: It was time to head to the beach…

FACES OF CEBU: Larz Kent Dawson, 22, first runner-up Mister Universe Tourism

Immae Lachica 04/07/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Meet the Cebuano beauty who is slowly making a mark in the local and international pageant scene. Larz Kent Dawson, 22, who hails from Barangay  Tisa, Cebu City, was crowned Ginoong Pilipinas 2023, and…

FACES OF CEBU: Joanna Clidette Gairanod, 24, accomplished rider, athlete, and student

Glendale Rosal 03/31/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—If there’s a “Jack of All Trades” for men, there’s also what they call the “Jill of all Trades” for women. Nobody fits this title more than Joanna Clidette Gairanod. Gairanod, 24, has been featured…

FACES OF CEBU: Maribeth Mall Ababon, 35, woman firefighter

Emmariel Ares 03/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Womanhood does not set a boundary on what you can do to be of service to society. Over the years, this sentence has been proven to be true as women have found their…

FACES OF CEBU: Regine Villamejor, 27, the ‘fisherman’s daughter’

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 03/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “My father told me one time that he wanted to sleep more, but he said (that) he had to work hard in order for me to continue my studies.” That is what 27-year-old…

FACES OF CEBU: Eary Francis Miaga, 26, firefighter

Morexette Marie B. Erram 03/10/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Nothing but thick black smoke surrounded Eary Francis Miaga as he and his fellow firefighters tried to find a way out of a burning high-rise in Brgy. Kasambagan, Cebu City last year. Despite…

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…

FACES OF CEBU: Kris Tiffany Janson, Miss Universe Philippines -Cebu 2024

Pia Piquero 02/25/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Age has long been misunderstood as an indicator to cease endeavors, perpetuating the misconception that everything in this world is defined by age. Whether it’s in fashion and modeling, entertainment, or even entering…

FACES OF CEBU: Mariel Bogert, 18, promising Cebuana beauty

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 02/18/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Queen City of the South is renowned as the powerhouse of all things delightful. From scrumptious Cebuano delicacies to the breathtaking scenes from north to southern Cebu, choosing Cebu ensures a whirlwind…

FACES OF CEBU: Christian “The Bomb” Araneta, 28, professional boxer

Dale Rosal 02/11/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu waited for seven years to produce another world title challenger in boxing. Last January 26, 2024, Christian “The Bomb” Araneta, a native of Borbon town, north Cebu ended that drought with a devastating first…

FACES OF CEBU: Jay-R Panuncialman, 23, Sinulog Idol 2024 champion

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 02/04/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Conquering our fears requires an immense amount of courage. But once you conquer your fears, it opens up windows of opportunities. Proof of this is John Ryan “Jay-R” Panuncialman. Panuncialman was hailed champion…

FACES OF CEBU: Zoe Cameron, 21, Miss Cebu 2024

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 01/28/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – In a dazzling display of grace, poise, and unwavering confidence, 21-year-old, Zoe Cameron emerged victorious in the Miss Cebu 2024 pageant last January 17, 2024. This year’s coronation witnessed a spectacular showcase of…

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