FACES OF CEBU: Ian Bacalla, 40, surfer from San Fernando, Cebu

Immae Lachica 07/28/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— From skating on rough pavements to riding waves, to creating a grassroots community in surfing for young athletes in San Fernando, Cebu. This is the story of Ian Bacalla, 40, a skateboarder, paddle boarder,…

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe, dies 

07/17/2024

PHILADELPHIA— Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the father of the late Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, has died, his alma mater announced Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Bryant, who spent eight seasons in the NBA with three different franchises,…

FACES OF CEBU: Mark Muñoz, US-based professor and published author

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 07/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — When we were kids, we all had dreams and aspirations about what we want to become. Others dream of being a teacher, a doctor, a nurse, a policeman, and the list of those…

FACES OF CEBU: Zeke Abella, 19, Rising Tiktok Content Creator

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 06/30/2024

CONSOLACION, Cebu—In a world of fleeting fame and countless TikTok videos, rising Tiktok creator Zeke Abella stands out—not just for his humor shared with people online, but also for the passion that drives his love for making…

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…

FACES OF CEBU: Roger Garcia Jr., proud father of LGBTQA member

Immae Lachica 06/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— As a parent, it is safe to say that you know your children better than anyone else. Roger Garcia Jr., 58, knew that his son had something special in him during his childhood years.…

Slater Young: Engineer, content creator, and a dad

Pia Piquero 06/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Fathers are often seen as the pillars of strength and stability in households, the silent heroes who work tirelessly to provide for their families and shape the futures of their children. They balance…

FACES OF CEBU: Kryz Uy-Young, a modern parent and influencer

Pia Piquero 06/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Modern parenting has become a hot topic among families, especially among mothers active on social media. This contemporary approach to parenting often matches the principles of gentle parenting, which is a style that…

FACES OF CEBU: Gaudioso Cabaral, 79, shell carver

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 05/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Five hours before he left his station, 79-year-old vendor Gaudioso Menguito Cabaral endured the heat as he waited for more customers. Cabaral, one of the vendors selling souvenir items near the iconic Magellan’s Cross in Cebu,…

FACES OF CEBU: Joanne Albiso, 27, paraplanner and mother

Morexette Marie B. Erram 05/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – When Joanne Albiso welcomed her daughter Eirinn to the world, times were different. At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, mobility restrictions made it difficult for her to experience the normal life of…

FACES OF CEBU: Axel Que, 30, avant-garde fashion designer

Immae Lachica 05/05/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Axel Que is a Cebuano fashion designer who gives life to his avant-grade concepts, making wearable art trend and spreading inspiration to his followers and fashion personalities. Axel Que is a fashion designer known for…

FACES OF CEBU: Victoria Leslie Ingram, 27, Miss Universe PH Mandaue

Pia Piquero 04/28/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The last note of the song echoed through the venue, and the roar of the crowd filled the air. Victoria Leslie Ingram, the next contender, stood still despite her knees weakening with anxiety.…

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