10 things your dad never told you about

Doris Mae C. Mondragon 06/22/2023

Note: This article was originally published on June 9, 2022. CEBU, Philippines—Nothing in the world can be as beautiful as a relationship between a father and a child, especially the one with a daughter.  For some,  the…

Coming out as gay: Trust the power of time

Immae Lachica 06/17/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines— To be gay and part of a colorful community like the LGBTQA community is not something everyone can easily accept. Orlando “Orly” Diola, the original organizer of Miss Gay Mandaue talks about how…

Cebuano singer owns AGT stage, earns standing ovation from all 4 judges

Immae A. Lachica 06/14/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines— Another Cebuano singer has made a big impression on the international stage. Rolando “Bunot” Abante grabbed the spotlight during the audition rounds for America’s Got Talent (AGT). Nervous and overwhelmed, Abante got a…

Orlando Diola: The brains behind Miss Gay Mandaue

Immae Lachica 06/11/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines— When creativity and talent meet, the opportunities become endless. Orlando “Orly” Diola, 76, shares his journey as the original organizer of Miss Gay Mandaue. His vision, which was initially aimed to provide entertainment,…

Good Samaritan rider in Mingla identified

Immae Lachica 05/30/2023

  CEBU CITY, Philippines— Salute to this Good Samaritan rider! A rider has earned praises online as he moved bollards in the middle of the road in Minglanilla, Cebu last May 27  at three in the morning…

Student with disability showcases talent in drawing

Immae Lachica 05/25/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Art knows no limits. This is what this Grade 10 PWD student from Negros Occidental is proving to everyone with her skill in drawing even without no hands. Kim Guanzon, a student journalist from…

Bohol Island listed as Global Geopark by UNESCO

Immae Lachica 05/25/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Bohol Island is the Philippines’ first UNESCO Global Geopark. This was announced on UNESCO’s website. May 24, 2023. The island was picked through its geological identity. “The island’s geological identity has been pieced together…

Bench Lee Abadilla’s heartbreak of honor story

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 05/05/2023

CEBU CITYy, Philippines– Using heartbreak as motivation to succeed is not a bad idea after all. A Cebuano student who recently topped his class and passed his licensure exams can vouch for this. Bench Lee Abadilla, 23,…

Julia Baguio: A Student Nurse’s Story of Heroism and Compassion

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 05/02/2023

CEBU City, Philippines– On the afternoon of Friday, April 28th, a man collapsed in front of the Amores Building in Pajo, Lapu-Lapu City, gasping for air. It was very evident that the man was suffering from heat…

When toxic love is consuming you…telltale signs and escape routes

Jean Therese Comendador 04/22/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A healthy relationship should bring out the best in each partner. But when you do things to limit your partner’s growth, that’s toxic love. True love starts when you truly love yourself. As…

The breadwinner: How a ‘pan bisaya’ has become a family’s source of life

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 04/15/2023

CAMOTES ISLAND, Philippines – While baking in today’s modern time is mostly fueled by passion and hobby, this has also become one of the most profitable and sustainable livelihoods for Filipinos. For almost 63 years, Zosiomo Joyo,…

LOOK: Newlywed goes viral with their onion giveaways

Micah Sophia C. Marcellones 01/25/2023

  CEBU, Philippines — Netizens could not help but gush over a newlywed’s unique and practical wedding giveaways. Couples Jayson and Lorellei amazed their family and guests as they spiced up their wedding with onion giveaways. “Family…

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