Things to know about the Cebu BRT — the first in the country

Wenilyn B. Sabalo 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The public witnessed on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, the ceremonial groundbreaking of the anticipated Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) – package one. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., led the groundbreaking and he was…

NBA: Lakers rally from 27 down to dispatch Mavericks

Reuters 02/27/2023

Anthony Davis scored 30 points with 15 rebounds and LeBron James added 26 points as the visiting Los Angeles Lakers won the battle of dynamic duos with a 111-108 victory Sunday over the Dallas Mavericks. In his…

President Marcos promises affordable monthly payments to beneficiaries of housing program

Pegeen Maisie M. Sararaña 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Affordable monthly payment to own a house. This was what President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has said following the recently concluded groundbreaking of a housing project under his Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino Program…

Cebu BRT Project-Phase One breaks ground

Wenilyn B. Sabalo 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — After several delays, the long-awaited Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) finally broke ground on Monday morning, Feb. 27, 2023, after more than a decade since it was first envisioned. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos…

No security glitches during PBBM’s Cebu visit so far

Pegeen Maisie Sararana 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Police here said  their security plans for the visit of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. are working well so far.  Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerard Ace Pelare, spokesperson of Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7)…

Global study lists PH provinces at most risk of climate damage

Krixia Subingsubing - Reporter / @KrixiasINQ 02/27/2023

MANILA, Philippines — Several Philippine provinces, most of them in Northern Luzon, are the most at risk of damage from extreme weather to their buildings and other property developments in about two decades, according to a new…

President Marcos to DOTr chief: Ensure just compensation will be given to affected lot owners

Wenilyn B. Sabalo 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. has reminded the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to ensure that just compensation will be given to the property owners who will be affected by the Cebu Bus Rapid…

LOOK: Bongbong Marcos graces launch of ‘Kadiwa ng Pangulo’ in Cebu

CDN Digital 02/27/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. took a closer look at some Cebu products as we went around the different stalls at the”Kadiwa ng Pangulo” that opened at the Cebu Provincial Capitol grounds on…

Unadulterated kindness

Fatima Ignacio Gimenez - @inquirerdotnet 02/27/2023

Have you been a giver or a recipient? #Curly Tops “May I know what floor?” This sweet inquiry came from a little girl with naturally curly brown hair, twinkly eyes, and a bright gentle smile as she…

Nokia changes iconic logo to signal strategy shift

Reuters 02/26/2023

BARCELONA — Nokia announced plans on Sunday to change its brand identity for the first time in nearly 60 years, complete with a new logo, as the telecom equipment maker focuses on aggressive growth. The new logo…

Pimentel appeals for adjustment in GSIS rule on pension eligibility

Zacarian Sarao - Reporter / @zacariansINQ 02/26/2023

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel on Sunday called for a change in the policy for availing pensions by retired local officials and their staff who did not meet the 15-year minimum service requirement of the…

Lee Jong-suk says girlfriend IU is a ‘comforting presence’ in his life

Hannah Mallorca 02/26/2023

A month after confirming his relationship with singer-actress IU, Lee Jong-suk revealed that her “comforting presence” inspires him to become a better person. The K-drama heartthrob briefly opened up about their romance in an exclusive interview with Esquire…

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