An image of the Sto. Niño de Cebu was enshrined in a parish in Vatican City on Wednesday, Sept. 1. Photo from Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño de Cebu Facebook page In a Facebook post, the Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño de Cebu said the image was enthroned at the Sta. Ana Parish by Cebu...
The Philippines is bent on completing its six smart city projects as part of its commitment to the 4th ASEAN Smart Cities Network (ASCN) annual virtual meeting last August 30, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said Wednesday, Sept. 1. DILG Undersecretary for Local...
Cebu Pacific (CEB) restarts its direct flights to Hong Kong from Manila beginning tomorrow, September 1, 2021, with six times weekly flights (Sunday to Friday) throughout next month. DSCN0888 CEB has been gradually rebuilding its international network to transport essential travelers. “There is...
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Tuesday, Aug. 31 announced that a solo bettor from Cebu won the P120-million Grandlotto 6/55 jackpot prize. Grandlotto 6/55 jackpot winner for Aug. 30, 2021 (Photo from PCSO) In an email advisory, PCSO confirmed that a ticket in Mandaue City, Cebu...
Cebu Pacific (CEB) today ( August 30, 2021) announced that 95 percent of its flying pilots and cabin crew are vaccinated, and the airline is on track to complete its employee inoculation by October this year. DSCN0888 On August 26, CEB administered the second dose of COVID-19 vaccines for some...
A scene in Cebu City went viral where cars are seen lining up in front of a private hospital with oxygen tanks stationed beside each vehicle on August 1, 2021. Those cars were said to have patients who are experiencing cough and difficulty in breathing and are waiting to be accommodated by the said...
To help visually impaired individuals whose livelihoods were affected by the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) sent out food packs for them. (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) “Regardless of the current challenges that we are facing, the Red Cross will...
A brand new motor grader that was supposed to value more than P2 million was seized at the Port of Cebu after it was misdeclared as used equipment, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) said Thursday, Aug. 26. FOILED! -- A prized brand new motor grader was intercepted at the Port of Cebu after it was...
Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu has warned the local government units of Cebu City and Gapan City in Nueva Ecija over their reported negligence on solid waste management. Cimatu said the two LGUs must seriously manage their waste management, or "face consequences" based on the existing laws and...
Cebu Pacific reminded its passengers Tuesday, Aug. 24, to bring only one hand carry bag during their travels to ensure a "smooth and convenient" flight experience. (File photo / Cebu Pacific) In an advisory, the budget airline said a passenger's carry-on bag must not exceed seven kilograms in...
Cebu Pacific (CEB) today (August 24) announced it is strictly implementing its one carry-on baggage per passenger rule starting Wednesday next week September 01, 2021. The airline will charge a gate baggage fee of P1,000 per person for domestic flights for guests who do not comply with the rule. In...
A club based in Cebu will participate in the planned opener of the Philippines Football League’s fifth season on Sept. 25. The PFL announced Tuesday, Aug. 24 that Cebu FC will enter the fold after being granted a provisional license by the Philippine Football Federation’s First Instance Body....
