Pediatricians alarmed of rising dengue cases among children

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 12/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A group of pediatricians in Central Visayas recently expressed their worry about the increasing dengue cases in the region. Dr. Ellaine Nielo of the Philippine Pediatric Society Inc. Central Visayas Chapter (PPS-7) recently…

Over 60 CV nominees recognized at PH Tourism Awards regional citation

Pia Piquero 09/29/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Over 60 nominees from Central Visayas were recognized at the regional citation of the Philippine Tourism Awards on September 28. These nominees are set to compete for national awards in the coming months.…

Cebu weather: Expect fair days ahead with isolated showers

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A rainy week is ahead for Metro Cebu over the next five days, until Thursday, according to a local weather specialist. Jhomer Eclarino, weather specialist of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services…

Cebu City urges pharmacies, restos: Comply with 20% senior citizen discount, excluding VAT

Pia Piquero 09/21/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City is urging pharmacies, restaurants, and other establishments to comply with the law by granting a 20 percent discount for senior citizens based on the net price, excluding the 12 percent value-added…

Karansa Festival 2024: Danao City’s biggest cultural celebration kicks off Sunday

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — It’s that time of the year again in Danao City! On Sunday, September 15, Danao City in northern Cebu will celebrate its most anticipated event, the Karansa Festival. The Karansa Festival is a…

Garcia mulls waiving fines for impounded motors amid LTO plate crackdown

Pia Piquero 09/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Acting Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia is considering waiving penalties and fees for motorcycles impounded on August 31, following the implementation of the Land Transportation Office’s (LTO) new guidelines on license plates starting September…

CHR on Jude Bacalso misgendering case: Inclusivity shouldn’t compromise worker’s dignity

Morexette Marie B. Erram 09/05/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Educating and promoting inclusive spaces should not come at the cost of slamming a worker’s dignity. The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) made this reminder following the misgendering incident involving Cebuano personality Jude…

Pasigarbo sa Sugbo 2024: What to expect this year

By Morexette Marie B. Erram 08/19/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – On August 25 and 26, Cebu City will host the Pasigarbo sa Sugbo once again. Known as the ‘Festival of Festivals,’ this year’s event is expected to be bigger and better than ever…

The Festival of Festivals: What is Pasigarbo sa Sugbo?

Morexette Marie B. Erram 08/18/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines —Every August, hundreds of performers from nearly all municipalities and cities in Cebu prepare for one of the biggest festivals here where no less than 20 contingents participate and compete. The Pasigarbo for this…

Capitol’s new ‘Pasigarbo’ lights and sounds provider vows ‘glitch-free’ event

Morexette Marie Erram 08/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The new lights and sounds provider the Capitol has tapped for the upcoming Pasigarbo sa Sugbo 2024 vowed a “glitch-free” event. During a recent coordination meeting for the Pasigarbo, the provincial government confirmed…

VP Sara shows up in Palarong Pambansa 2024 closing ceremony

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 07/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Despite her noted absence during the opening ceremony of Palarong Pambansa 2024 on July 9, Vice President Sara Duterte attended the closing ceremony at the Cebu City Sports Center on Tuesday, July 16.…

World Bank: Trunk line of Cebu BRT may be completed this August

Morexette Marie B. Erram 07/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – If things go accordingly, civil works for the trunk line of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) may be completed next month. The World Bank, in a recently disclosed report, stated that Package…

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