FACES OF CEBU: Maria Lava, 29, Cebuana drag artist

Kurt Romariz 06/23/2024

Beauty. Comedy. Camp. Political. In her short stint in Drag Den: Retribution, Cebuana Drag Queen Maria Lava showed the Philippines her true brand with two goals: to make a statement and represent Cebu’s drag scene. Being the…

What is ‘Asoka’ Challenge?

Kurt Romariz 05/07/2024

If you are a native on social media apps, you may have encountered several influencers jumping on a makeup trend where they transform into Indian brides. Netizens, celebrities, and even beauty queens have joined in on this…

If you love “The Tortured Poets Department”, listen to these other Taylor Swift songs

Kurt Romariz 04/19/2024

Swifties worldwide collectively went on “Do Not Disturb” mode as American singer Taylor Swift dropped her newest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” on Friday, April 19, 2024. Everyone prepared themselves to listen to a total of 15…

LISTEN: Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a double album

Kurt Romariz 04/19/2024

SURPRISE SWIFTIES! In a shocking turn of events, Taylor Swift released a second part to her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” two hours after its release on Friday, April 19. The famed American singer initially announced…

Netizens want Cebu BRT construction to proceed: ‘Ipadayun na’

Kurt Romariz 03/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The fate of the long controversial Cebu Bus Rapid Transit or Cebu BRT project faces yet another crossroads after local politicians argue over the possible repercussions of its continued construction. The transportation project…

What Compostela has to offer? More than what meets the eye

Jessa Ngojo, Pia Piquero 01/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — As the biggest Suroy-Suroy sa Sugbo event kicked off today, January 23, delegates found themselves immersed in the rich cultural fabric of three towns in Northern Cebu, among them the vibrant municipality of…

FACES OF CEBU: Sheila Cabedo, 23, Cebuana K-Pop Dancer and Enthusiast

Jessa Ngojo 12/03/2023

GINATILAN, CEBU— Have you ever felt small in a throng of people? Even though you don’t know them all, the moment they discover your innocent passion for a certain hobby, a collective gasp ensues, followed by judgment.…

Teacher from Leyte pleads for help from DepEd: ‘Diri e-hapak nang injong confidential fund’

By Jessa Ngojo 09/15/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A Grade 8 teacher from the Dawahon Integrated School in Barangay Dawahon in Bato, Leyte has turned to his social media page to seek government aid for the repair of their damaged classrooms…

Ellen Adarna reflects on teenage rebellion: ‘Hambugera kaayo ko sauna’

Jessa Ngojo 09/02/2023

Growing up, Ellen Adarna was like any ordinary teenager.  She would sneak out of their house at night to meet with her friends and party. Ellen said there was also a time that she became ‘rebellious.’ The…

FACES OF CEBU: Raya Japzon, 23, AteNay

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 08/06/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines– Life can be full of surprises and difficulties, especially for some people who face extraordinary challenges that put their strength and resilience to the test. One such person is 23-year-old Raya Japzon, who lived…

3 popular Cebu destinations to check out this August long weekend

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 08/01/2023

“Salt air and rust on your door, I never needed anything more,” reads a line in Tylor Swift’s song titled, August. August, the time of the month where the sun sets, and a ring of cold wind heralds…

Bea Alonzo engaged to Dominic Roque!

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 07/19/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines –Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque have officially announced their engagement! The actress took to social media to share the joyful news of her engagement with boyfriend Dominic Roque. According to Bea, the romantic proposal…

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