CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mayor Nestor Archival has called on residents, businesses, and government offices to switch off non-essential lights for one hour on Saturday night, March 28, in line with the global observance of Earth Hour 2026. The directive, contained in a memorandum, orders all city government departments and offices to participate in the
Read More »FULL LIST: Cebu flights disrupted by the Middle East crisis
CEBU, Philippines — Several flights to and from Cebu have been suspended or reduced as airlines adjust their operations amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, which has driven up global fuel costs and disrupted supply chains. Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL), along with other international and budget carriers, has announced changes affecting both domestic and
Read More »US, Israel hit Iran nuclear sites as Rubio trails end to war
TEHRAN, Iran — US-Israeli strikes hit two Iran nuclear sites on Friday, as America’s top diplomat left a meeting with his G7 counterparts to declare that Washington expects its military operation to prove victorious within a couple of weeks. Markets fell and oil prices rose against the backdrop of ongoing fighting in the Gulf and in
Read More »Temporary OK for e-trikes on Cebu City major roads eyed
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City may temporarily allow electric tricycles and similar low-speed e-vehicles to operate on major roads to cushion the impact of rising fuel costs linked to the global energy crisis. Councilor Edgardo “Jaypee” Labella II is set to file a resolution in the next regular session of the Sangguniang Panlungsod seeking
Read More »LTFRB: Over 1,200 passenger buses granted special permits for Holy Week
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 1,297 passenger buses across the country were granted special permits to operate during Holy Week, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said on Saturday. According to LTFRB chairperson Vigor Mendoza II, the agency granted these buses special permits to ensure that there are enough passenger buses, as
Read More »Elderly Woman Staying Overnight in Fast Food Chain Touches Hearts Online
Elderly Woman Staying at Fast Food Chain for Hours Touches Hearts of Online Community An elderly woman staying for hours inside a branch of a popular fast-food chain in Cebu touches many hearts online. Recently, allygailee, a TikTok user, shared photos of an 81-year-old woman staying overnight at a popular fast-food branch in Paseo Arcenas, Banawa. The post ... Read more
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Read More »Samsung Galaxy A57 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Samsung Galaxy A57 The Samsung Galaxy A57 was officially announced on March 25, 2026. The 5G-ready smartphone is fueled with a 5000 mAh battery + 45W wired charging. It is available in colors like Navy, Gray, Icyblue, and Lilac. Body & Display: The dimension ... Read more
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Read More »Cebu weather: Easterlies to bring isolated rains in Cebu
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Cebu may experience localized thunderstorms this weekend due to the prevailing easterlies, according to the state weather bureau. In its daily forecast, the Visayas PAGASA Regional Services Division (PRSD) said the province will have partly cloudy to at times cloudy skies, with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms on Saturday, March 28.
Read More »Early grind, unclear finish: Cebu’s Gen Zs & the retirement gap
CEBU CITY, Philippines — At 22, Katrina Jane Segarra is already four years into the workforce, earning between P30,000 and P40,000 a month as a virtual assistant. Much of her income goes toward daily essentials —utilities, groceries, and household needs—reflecting a level of financial responsibility uncommon for her age. But when it comes to retirement,
Read More »Bulacan town to hit 41°C heat index; 66 areas under extreme caution
MANILA, Philippines — San Ildefonso town in Bulacan is forecast to experience the highest heat index on Saturday, while 66 other areas are also placed under the extreme caution level, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). In its latest heat index bulletin, Pagasa said that San Ildefonso may experience a
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