By Reni M. Valenzuela We don’t need onions like we need oxygen. We can’t survive without oxygen. Other than the argument “the government has no option but to import onions” and the reasons why he said it, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. must have some legitimate reasons why he finally approved the Department of Agriculture’s […]
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Rhenz Abando rules Slam Dunk Contest in Korean Basketball League All-Star Weekend
FILIPINO high-flyer Rhenz Abando took the Korean Basketball League (KBL) All-Star Weekend by storm, soaring his way to the championship of the Slam Dunk Contest yesterday at the KT Sonicboom Arena in Suwon. The Anyang KGC import made heads turn in going perfect in two rounds with 100 points to best the homegrown stars of […]
Limpag: Time for a leadership change in the PFF?
Unlike in previous tournaments or qualifiers, our men’s team in the AFF Mitsubishi Cup had one of the longest preparations since 2012, when the Azkals embarked on a two-country tour. For the latest AFF tournament, the pool was formed in November. The coach may have been announced late, but that didn’t mean preparations were not […]
To boost property tax collection, Cebu City hikes fair market values
THE Cebu City Council has approved the 2022 Real Property Tax (RPT) Code which increased the fair market value of properties within the taxing jurisdiction of the city. The tax increase which was first sought to support the P50 billion 2023 budget only revised the RPT and did not include any revision on business taxes […]
Tell it to SunStar: Reviving ‘tokhang’ is evil
It’s in the news again. The idea of reviving Oplan Tokhang as broached by a senator means reviving the Duterte administration’s bloody anti-drug program that is more evil than the evils it aims to crush. Some immediate past government officials have been busy peddling the said idea like they have achieved something good such as […]
Firecrackers, pyrotechnics only allowed in designated areas
THE selling and use of firecrackers and pyrotechnics in Cebu City will only be allowed in designated areas to avoid injuries and fire incidents this holiday season. Councilor Phillip Zafra, chairman of the committee on peace and order told reporters Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, that firecrackers and other related products can only be sold at […]
5 reason why we love Henry Cavill’s Superman
The red cape, the blue suit and the big “S” symbol (which is technically not the letter S but that’s for another story)—Superman has long been synonymous with “superhero,” and at this point in time, there is probably nobody who doesn’t know this character. Because of his popularity, fans have become more critical with how […]
Editorial: Don’t arm all police officers
It is quite confusing why gun accidents happen now and then in the Philippine National Police (PNP). A member of the elite Special Weapons and Tactics or Swat team in San Pablo City, Laguna died after he was hit by a bullet from a colleague’s firearm on Nov. 24, 2022. The Swat team members were […]
7 Filipino game characters that scream Pinoy pride
Nothing beats the unconditional love and support Filipinos have for each other. It’s this specific Pinoy pride that not only strengthens gaming in the country but also urges developers to pay tribute to one of the strongest gaming and esports communities. Here are a few of the “kababayans” in games one might be familiar with: […]
5 reasons to fly (Asean destinations)
My wife and I toyed with the idea of having two honeymoons. One would immediately follow right after the wedding to honor and celebrate our union, and the other, a more thought-out, well-planned vacation abroad that should probably happen within our first 12 months together. One thing I learned after Honeymoon #1? A travel experience […]
Leaders UP, NU battle capable foes UE and DLSU for solo lead
Games On Wednesday (Mall of Asia Arena) 11 a.m. — DLSU vs NU 1 p.m. — ADMU vs AdU 4:30 p.m. — UE vs UP 6:30 p.m. — UST vs FEU PACESETTERS University of the Philippines (UP) and National U (NU) try to break locks with each other for a solo lead when they battle […]
Only 2 typhoid cases left in Barili
ONLY two typhoid cases remain active in the town of Barili, southwestern Cebu, almost a month after patients in their district hospital and the town’s infirmary exceeded the full bed capacity following a sudden spike of cases there.As of July 20, 2022, Barili’s Public Information Office reported through a social media post that only two […]
ILO finds only 6% of domestic workers enjoy social protections
THE International Labour Organization (ILO) said on Thursday that only about 6% of domestic workers worldwide have access to comprehensive social protections. The remainder lack “access to the full range of protections, covering medical care, sickness, unemployment, old age, employment injury, family, maternity, invalidity, and survivors’ benefits,” the ILO said in a statement, citing a […]
Briones: Safer commute
The disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic may have temporarily derailed the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, which the Department of Transportation (DOTr) launched in June 2017, but it’s safe to say that it’s back on track.Just look around.Air-conditioned buses ply routes within the metro, albeit they can only be found on main thoroughfares. […]
Carvajal: Wellspring of progress
There has never been any doubt about our ability as a people to innovate. The problem is more like our essentially colonial culture puts a premium on traditional ways as practiced by school, government, business and religious bosses. It discourages a critical attitude towards traditional systems or ways of coping with our reality. In short, […]
UP, DLSU dispute last final spot
UNIVERSITY of the Philippines (UP) and De La Salle University (DLSU) collide one more time, locking horns in a win-or-go-home semifinal duel to dispute the last finals ticket and the right to challenge reigning champion Ateneo in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 84 at the Mall of Asia Arena. With only […]
Only 16 barangays in Mandaue have active Covid-19 cases
ONLY 16 barangays in Mandaue City remain to have active Covid-19 cases as of March 21, 2022.These include barangays Banilad, Basak, Cabancalan, Cambaro, Canduman, Casili, Cubacub, Ibabao-Estancia, Jagobiao, Maguikay, Mantuyong, Pakn-a-an, Subangdaku, Tabok, Tipolo, and Umapad.Dr. Ligaya Lakambini Dargantes, head of the city’s Vaccination Operations Center (VOC), however, could not yet disclose the data per […]
Patafa: Obiena out for 31st SEA Games
OLYMPIC pole vaulter Ernest John “EJ” Obiena was not included on the list of athletes the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (Patafa) endorsed for the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games this May in Vietnam.The development drew the ire of Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino, who could only shake his head […]
Covid kills 2,300 unvaxxed seniors in Central Visayas
OVER 2,300 unvaccinated senior citizens have been reported dead due to coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in Central Visayas from May 2021 to February this year.Dr. Mary Jean Loreche, chief pathologist of the Department of Health in Central Visayas (DOH 7) and spokesperson of the Visayas Vaccination Operations Center (VVOC), disclosed this Monday, March 7, 2022, to […]
Surge in creative travel packages seen as more destinations reopen
WITH the reopening of the country’s borders, tourism stakeholders will need to come up with unique and exciting travel packages and itineraries to offer to foreign tourists.Alfred Reyes, president of the Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Association of Cebu (HRRAC), said tourism players will face tougher competition as global borders have started to reopen.“The industry players […]