Danao City centenarian gets P100,000 cash

Doris C. Bongcac 11/23/2023

Lola Ponyang turned 100-years-old last November 10. On Tuesday, November 21, she received a P100,ooo cash gift from the Danao City Government for being their city’s latest centenarian. In an advisory, the Danao City Government said that Pacomia…

Hindag-an Falls and Mountain Resort: Exploring Southern Leyte’s untold gem

Jay Ba-a 11/12/2023

Note: This article was first published on June 23, 2023. CEBU CITY, Philippines — Hindag-an Falls and Mountain Resort is a tribute to nature’s absolute beauty. Nestled among the stunning scenery of the beautiful province of Southern…

Kilay, the hardworking Aspin is searching for a furever home

Futch Anthony Inso 11/10/2023

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Kilay, the energetic Aspin helping ships dock at a port in Bogo City, northern Cebu, may soon find his ‘furever’ home and fur parents who would love him and never abandon him. The…

How do you calculate for your 13th-month pay? Read on!

Rashe Zoe Sophia Piquero 11/10/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines – It’s that time of year again when the 13th-month pay is about to be released. But, do you know how it is calculated? Employees often need clarification to compute this additional compensation.…

What’s the status of the Yolanda housing projects in Cebu?

Morexette Marie B. Erram 11/08/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines –  When Typhoon Yolanda (international name: Haiyan) struck the Visayas a decade ago, it did not spare Cebu. In particular, the province’s northern towns and cities where thousands – if not millions – suffered…

Yolanda: A decade later, ‘moving on’ still hard for survivors

Ador Mayol, Joey Gabieta, Nestle Semilla 11/08/2023

(First of two parts) TACLOBAN CITY, Leyte, Philippines — Tropiano Esperas, an overseas Filipino worker, had just returned from Saudi Arabia to spend time with his family at Barangay 88 in San Jose District, Tacloban City, a…

Yolanda, 10 years after: How displaced Daanbantayan residents mark ‘fateful day’

Morexette Marie B. Erram 11/08/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The air was festive in Maya Park Homes on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Buntings were out; dance music was playing on loudspeakers and residents, particularly the young ones, were preparing for another night…

Kilay, an aspin, works as ‘porter’ in Bogo port where he was left by his owner

Futch Anthony Inso 11/05/2023

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Kilay, an Aspin or asong Pinoy, helps porters in Polambato Port in Bogo City, in securing the rope from the boat that was about to dock in the port, hoping that his owner…

Kalag-Kalag 2023: How OFWs celebrate Undas overseas

Niña Mae Oliverio and Rashe Zoe Sophia Piquero 11/02/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Catholics hold a deep reverence for traditions, especially during the solemn observance of Kalag-Kalag (Undas). These occasions encompass everything from obligatory cemetery visits, intricate ceremonies, and intercessions, to family reunions. Filipinos are very…

Kalag-Kalag, All Saints’ Day, All Souls’ Day: Why we celebrate this season

CDN Digital 11/01/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Why do we celebrate the Kalag-Kalag or Undas on Nov. 1 and 2 or on All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day respectively? The All Saints’ Day and the All Souls’ Day are…

Kalag-Kalag: Besides visiting cemeteries, here are some things people look forward to during Undas

Niña Mae C. Oliverio, Rashe Zoe Sophia Piquero 11/01/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Kalag-Kalag or All Saints’ Day and All Souls Day are usually celebrated by visiting the cemeteries. Most people use this occasion to visit their departed loved ones. However, some people look forward to this…

Kalag-Kalag panata: A young man’s promise to his departed loved ones

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 11/01/2023

CONSOLACION, Cebu — As November 1st arrives on the calendar, people in Cebu and across the Philippines begin their annual preparations for the Kalag-Kalag tradition. Amid the busy crowds, where men and women diligently gather flowers, candles,…

Previous           Next
Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.