CEBU CITY – Authorities took custody of two students in separate cases involving school security in Cebu. In Pinamungajan, a 14‑year‑old student was found carrying a firearm while attending classes on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20. Police said a class adviser discovered an unloaded .357 Smith &...
In celebration of excellence, innovation, and leadership in the property sector, the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards honored the industry’s achievements of 16 organizations, setting the benchmark in 45 categories. The gala night was held at the Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, on August...
CEBU CITY — Parents rushed to pick up their children after a shooting incident occurred outside a school here on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. The incident led to the suspension of classes at Don Vicente Rama High School and Don Vicente Rama Elementary School in Barangay San Nicolas. Police said a...
CEBU CITY — Think before you joke. A 20-year-old culinary student learned this the hard way after he was arrested for allegedly threatening to carry out a gun attack inside a university in Barangay Kamagayan. The suspect, identified only as Rence, claimed he was joking when he commented on a...
CEBU CITY– Bohol Gov. Erico Aristotle Aumentado and TIEZA Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Vice Chairperson Mark Lapid inspected several TIEZA-funded tourism infrastructure projects in Panglao, Bohol on Tuesday, August 18, to assess the progress of their implementation and discuss measures...
Now in its 10th year, the Cebu Lechon Festival continues to place Cebu’s beloved roast and the people behind it at the center of the celebration. The Mactan Newtown’s annual initiative, in partnership with the Cebu provincial government, continues to promote the Cebu lechon while highlighting...
CEBU CITY-A 39-year-old man died in a shooting incident here early morning Tuesday, Aug. 18. Police identified the fatality as a certain Paolo, who was attacked by two unidentified assailants in Barangay Sambag 2 around 2:50 a.m. Police said the victim was smoking a cigarette by the road when two...
Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific will resume weekly flights from Iloilo to Bangkok and Singapore starting November, as it looks to capture strong holiday demand amid improving conditions in the aviation sector. In an advisory on Tuesday, Aug. 18, Cebu Pacific said it will reinstate Iloilo-Bangkok and...
Sy-led SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) is seeing strong demand for the Premier Suites of SM Seaside Cebu Arena and aims to fully lease these out by the time they are ready for the grand launch of the venue later this year or in 2027. “Premium suites have become a popular feature at leading...
CEBU CITY–Lawyer and former congressman Pablo John "PJ" Garcia is pushing for what he described as the most honest form of dole-out. The former Cebu 3rd District representative is advocating a tax rollback in the province, saying lowering taxes is more far-reaching than traditional dole-outs...
CEBU CITY–Three graduates of the Cebu Eastern College (CEC) were recently feted after making it to the Top 10 in the 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT). Jessa Junio, Jenny Rose Daro, and Eurica Labapiez each received P100,000 during last week’s 2026 PACECGARBO at the...
CEBU CITY — Cabinet Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. was recognized by Cebu’s local leaders during his recent visit to the province, as officials hailed his appointment to the Cabinet as well as his continued engagement with local government units (LGUs) The Cebu Provincial...
