2025 elections: How do the new vote-counting machines work

Pia Piquero 12/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) introduced a new automated vote-counting machine for the 2025 midterm elections. The Miru automated counting machines (ACMs), developed by the South Korean firm Miru Systems, aim to deliver…

Enjoy Christmas festivity in moderation – health official

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 12/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — As we celebrate the holiday season, a health official here is reminding the public to also think of their health conditions. Dr. Jaime Bernadas, director of the Department of Health in Central Visayas…

Rainy weather for Cebu until Friday, says Pagasa-Mactan

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 12/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuanos have to brace for a rainy weather this week. In a phone interview on Monday, Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) Mactan Chief Engr. Alfredo Quiblat Jr. said that Cebu…

Land swap: DOH-7, Cebu City gov’t ink deal

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 12/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The regional office of the Department of Health in Central Visayas (DOH-7) will be relocating to the South Road Properties (SRP) soon. This after they formally signed the Deed of Donation with the…

For some, Christmas isn’t always a happy time

Pia Piquero 12/16/2024

  Trigger Warning: This story contains themes of loss, a tragic accident, and deeply emotional experiences. It may be distressing to some readers. Please proceed with care and prioritize your well-being.   Mera Timbang Sultan always loved…

Why unlicensed massage practices can lead to injury or death

Pia Piquero 12/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The untimely death of Thai singer Phing Chyada following a massage involving a neck-twisting technique has troubled the public about the risks of unlicensed manual therapies. She was seeking relief from shoulder pain,…

‘You’ve been eating wrong every Christmas’: Here’s how to fix it

Pia Piquero 12/15/2024

The holiday season is a time for family, joy, and, of course, indulgence. Tables brim with rich, decadent dishes and sweet treats, which make it almost impossible to resist. But while it’s a season for celebration, Christmas…

Cebu City drug bust: Top drug courier caught with P51M ‘shabu’

Emmariel Ares 12/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Law enforcers confiscated suspected shabu worth P51 million from a 57-year-old high profile drug suspect during a Cebu City drug bust on Friday, December 13. The arrested suspect was identified as Jonathan Ungria…

Manifesting success: How Alyssa Andan turned ‘Top 1 cutie’ into LET board topper

Pia Piquero 12/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — They always say that manifesting dreams into reality is more than just wishful thinking; it’s a mindset. Just ask Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, who boldly tweeted, “Kalma lang, guys. Ako bahala. Babawi…

Violence against women: Women told to seek help if threatened

Emmariel Ares 12/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Authorities are advising women and children in possibly dangerous situations at home to promptly seek help from the local police to prevent any tragic incidents from happening. Before any unfortunate and irreversible incidents…

MUPh Cebu 2025: Cebu City North, Naga, Lapu-Lapu lead prelims

Pia Piquero 12/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The journey to the Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2025 crown reached a dazzling breakthrough as the preliminaries unfolded on December 12 at the Radisson Blu Cebu. Seventeen stunning candidates showcased their poise, charm,…

Council backs Carbon Market reclassification; Vendors lose bid

Pia Piquero 12/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines —  The Cebu City Council has upheld the commercial zoning of the hawker area at the Carbon Public Market, rejecting calls to revoke its reclassification despite strong opposition from vendors and allegations of procedural…

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