Holy Week in Tabor Hill: Where faith is carried one step at a time

Lyle Andales 04/04/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The steep, unpredictable terrain of Tabor Hill reflected the ups and downs of life. A narrow path cut through the hillside of Barangay San Jose, Cebu City, winding past trees and stone markers.…

Binaliw tragedy: Grieving families turn to prayer, each other

Lyle Andales 02/08/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — After the Binaliw landfill tragedy claimed lives and altered families forever, commemoration has taken quieter forms through prayer, tradition, and daily routines of grief. In the weeks since the collapse, retrieval operations have…

FACES OF SINULOG: Agupitans grow family devotion to Santo Niño

Ian Peter Guanzon 01/17/2026

As Cebu prepared once more for Sinulog, the city’s vibrant cultural celebration, families returned to the devotion at the festival's heart: honoring Señor Sto. Niño.…

Of bones and money: Exhumer works with the dead to keep family alive

Lyle Andales 11/01/2025

The sun had barely set over Carreta Cemetery when the scrape of steel on concrete broke the quiet dusk air as a common grave was opened. Bent over the common grave, Tirso Taneo pointed at the pile…

Why people cheat: The emotional and psychological roots of infidelity

Pia Piquero 06/14/2025

  “Anong gagawin niyo if the only man you love is, unfortunately, married?” Nothing. Nada. You walk away. That would likely be your answer to Kara Zalderiaga, the character brought to life by Anne Curtis, when she…

Content creation: From once about passion to now just about views

Pia Piquero 03/15/2025

  In the early days of content creation, authenticity was the foundation of online engagement. Bloggers built niche communities based on shared interests, fostering genuine connections through long-form written content. Passion drove creators to share their hobbies,…

Most read stories in 2024: A year of climate change, cobras, tragedies and hope in Cebu

Morexette Marie B. Erram 12/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Of all the moments that shaped 2024, some stories stood out, captivating audiences not only in Cebu but also in other parts of the country, ultimately sparking conversations across continents. From shocking exposés…

Family violence in Cebu: Why fathers often initiate killings

Pia Piquero 12/20/2024

CEBU, Philippines — Family violence has taken a disturbing turn in Cebu, with fathers alarmingly at the center of recent tragedies. These incidents, often rooted in financial strain, unresolved conflicts, and cultural pressures, reveal the deep-seated vulnerabilities…

Proverbs 3: 5-6: How a Bible verse changed an accountant’s life

Pia Piquero 08/11/2024

  The hardest part of being human is making the “right” choices every day. Whether small or big, mundane or momentous, we constantly face difficult decisions. What to eat for breakfast, what to cook for dinner, what…

Student in Cebu turns garlic peels into works of art

Pia Piquero 06/27/2024

Garlic is a staple in every bustling kitchen, whether in homes or restaurants. As a flavor enhancer and culinary necessity, it adds depth to a wide variety of dishes. Yet, once their purpose is served, what happens…

Lessons from Delta variant: Vaccination, consistency in observance of minimum health standards

Morexette Marie B. Erram 09/13/2021

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The implementation of another round of stricter community quarantine revived the anxieties and uncertainties that Cebuanos felt in 2020. But the ongoing COVID-19 vaccination rollout provided the much-needed hope of living normal lives…

How fast does Delta spread? In Cebu, 24k new cases in 1 month

Morexette Marie B. Erram 09/12/2021

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Central Visayas experienced the “second wave” of COVID-19 cases, during the first few months of 2021. At that time, everyone was enjoying the most relaxed form of community quarantine status – Modified General…

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