CEBU CITY, Philippines — After a seven-year break, Mister and Miss Tourism Cebu returned on March 14 at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, gathering 28 candidates from 13 colleges and universities across Cebu. Organized by myEventology Co. in partnership with THEA-V, the pageant highlights excellence, confidence, and leadership among students in the tourism and hospitality

CEBU CITY, Philippines — With a possible increase in electricity rates expected as early as April, households may soon see higher monthly power bills, adding to the growing list of expenses many families are already trying to manage. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) earlier said that the anticipated adjustment would be largely driven by rising

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Transport group Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide Cebu Chapter (Piston-Cebu) has disputed government claims that their recent transport strike caused no major disruption, saying it significantly affected key routes across Metro Cebu. The organization made the assertion after declaring its March 19 strike a “success,” contradicting earlier statements

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants to streamline the distribution of fuel subsidies for drivers and operators. He expressed his view as he oversaw the rollout of P10,000 fuel cash aid to each driver and operator at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Tuesday. A total of 27 bus operators, who operate 1,096

MANILA, Philippines — If you entered a church for Mass on Sunday, March 22, you may have noticed the cross and other sacred images already veiled or covered in purple cloth. The tradition, which started in the ninth century, marks the beginning of Passiontide, or the last two weeks of the season of Lent. As

Gas Station Owner Vents Frustration After Competitor Staff Caught Taking Photos of Their Price List A female gas station owner expressed her feelings after a staff member from a competing station was caught trying to take a picture of their price board.  Recently, Totzs Santos-Winder, a Facebook user, shared her sentiments after discovering that a competitor’s gas station had been ... Read more

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — Sometimes, a simple act of kindness can help reshape lives. For one Cebuano athlete, it all began with an injury. Reeve Ugsang, a basketball player from Toledo City, has turned his personal setback into a growing advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). And what started as a one-time giveaway of his

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A local group is urging  Cebuanos and micro-entrepreneurs to adopt small-scale solar solutions as electricity demand spikes and fuel prices continue to rise due to the conflict in the Middle East. The Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates (CERA) warned that the extreme summer heat that causes high electricity consumption, combined with the

Jake Cuenca and Rabiya Mateo had this short social media interaction Netizens reacted to the comment that Kapamilya actor Jake Cuenca had on the recent post that Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo shared. A few days ago, rumors linking Jake and Rabiya circulated online because of a photo of them taken in BGC. It ... Read more

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Fire Damages Classroom at School Building in Davao City A fire engulfs a school building in Davao City, damaging several classrooms and causing panic among students and staff.  On Monday morning (March 23, 2026), a fire broke out inside Catalunan Pequeño National High School. According to initial reports, the fire started at around 11 in the morning. It is believed to have begun ... Read more

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