Sudden heavy rains that occurred at around early afternoon on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, caused the Kinalumsan River–which traverses from Barangays Buhisan, Labangon, Tisa, Punta Princesa and Mambaling–to overflow, causing massive flooding in some parts of the City. The flashfloods also directly affected residents living below the Kinalumsan Bridge in C. Padilla St., in Mambaling. […]
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22 houses destroyed in Talisay fire
SOME 22 houses were destroyed in a noon blaze in Purok Makatarungan, Sitio Crossing in Tabunok, Talisay City on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. Some residents in the area believed that the fire may have broken out due to an unattended welding machine. The fire began at 11:49 a.m. A few minutes later, firefighters raised the […]
Quijano: Faceoffs
It seems like the much awaited donnybrook between John Riel Casimero (31-4, 21KOs) and Nonito Donaire (41-6, 27 KOs) is back on track. In a videoconference brokered and hosted by some online boxing personalities, both fighters went face-to-face and hashed out the previous issues that led to the scuttling of their proposed bout. To recall, […]
Nalzaro: Is Barug heading for a breakup?
Like what is happening in the national party leadership of the administration party, the PDP-Laban, which had split into two factions, is the local affiliate here, Partido Barug-PDP Laban, also heading for a breakup? This, after south district councilors Dondon Hontiveros and Phillip Zafra declared their “independence” from the party. Their declaration has been interpreted […]
Killing of Cebu lawyer condemned
Some lawmakers on Friday condemned the killing of a Cebu-based human rights lawyer, saying it was an assault on legal independence. Before Rex Jesus M. Fernandez was assassinated on Thursday, he had expressed dissatisfaction and frustration with the Duterte government, Party-list Rep. Eufemia C. Cullamat said told an online news briefing. Mr. Fernandez was a human rights lawyer and one of the founding members of the National Union of People’s Lawyers in Cebu. He represented eight people who were arrested for alleged violations of the community quarantine. The clients had also protested against the country’s Anti-Terrorism Law. — Russell Louis C. Ku
MCCS teachers’ valuables stolen; school’s appliances destroyed
THE teachers at the Mandaue City Central School (MCCS) have complained that some of their personal belongings were stolen and the school’s appliances were destroyed. This discovery came after the City Government returned the MCCS to the Department of Education (DepEd) after the school was used as an isolation facility for persons who tested positive […]
CCPO provides ‘fun, food’ for kids in Mambaling
SIXTY children living in Barangay Mambaling were treated to some fun and food by officials and personnel of the Cebu City Police Office on Saturday, July 3, 2021. The activity, which was held at the gym of the Archdiocesan Shrine of San Roque in Barangay Mambaling, was part of the CCPO’s observance of the 26th […]
DIY: Fourth of July
JULY 4 is when Americans commemorate the declaration of their independence in 1776. The national day of the U.S. is often associated with parades, barbecues, fairs and fireworks, among others. Even non-Americans love to partake in Fourth of July festivities, and Filipinos are no exception. To celebrate safely and responsibly, one can host at home […]
Shares inch higher as gov’t maintains restrictions
PHILIPPINE shares inched up on Tuesday following the government’s decision to maintain quarantine restrictions in Metro Manila and nearby provinces. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) improved by 18.69 points or 0.26% to close at 6,956.65, while the broader all shares index gained 17.76 points or 0.41% to end at 4,262.37. “The index traded […]
Harry Potter, Friends may fall victim to Hungary’s anti-LGBT law — broadcaster
BUDAPEST — The largest broadcasters in Hungary criticized a new law banning the “display and promotion of homosexuality” among under-18s as a threat to freedom of expression, and one said it could impact showings of some Harry Potter films and classic TV shows. Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s nationalist government pushed the law through parliament on […]
Wenceslao: Not just One Cebu
Who says the balancing act is easy, especially for leaders? When regulations are implemented, people always complain. But without regulations, anarchy reigns. And when society becomes anarchic, people also complain. Which reminds me of a fable about someone who blew at his fingertips because he was feeling cold. Then he accidentally touched the flame of […]
Incentivizing Covid shots an option, biz leader say
THE leaders of three business organizations in Cebu are open to suggestions to provide incentives that will encourage more private sector employees to receive the vaccine against coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). However, Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Felix Taguiam said the employees still have the final say on whether to get vaccinated or […]
Nalzaro: Were those ‘heroic missionaries’ forced?
I am not against sending a reenforcement or augmentation force of medical personnel to the National Capital Region (NCR), which has been hounded by the increasing number of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases. This is the time that we should show our spirit of volunteerism and bayanihan. But if those medical personnel were forced because […]
BSP warns vs investment scams using gov’t agencies
THE CENTRAL BANK warned the public about investment schemes that use its name to lure investors into “too good to be true” offers. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said in a statement on Thursday that some fraudsters have been presenting fake documents which they claim to be under the custody of the central bank […]
Espina: The Resilience of the Pinoy
In crucial moments, the resilience of some Pinoys shines. Despite Covid and the nation’s economic fluctuation, life went on, business was as usual for a few, and notable celebrations occurred. The Suroy-Suroy Sugbo of the Cebu Provincial Government, the quincentennial commemoration of Christianity in the Philippines, the celebration of the 400 years of Recoletos’ presence […]
Fire burns 50 houses in Sambag 2
AROUND 100 families lost their homes after a mid-afternoon blaze hit 50 houses in Brgy. Sambag 2 in Cebu City Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Investigators of the Cebu City Fire Department (CCFD) said the fire that hit Sitio Kawayan at around 2:53 p.m. began in the house of a certain Natalia Fernandez. Senior Fire Officer […]
Thinking about trying collagen supplements for your skin? A healthy diet is better value for money
1 of 2 HARRIS VO /UNSPLASH MONIKA GRABKOWSKA/UNSPLASH CELEBRITY testimonials abound for pills, potions and creams that purport to make you look younger. This time collagen supplements are in the spotlight, after Jennifer Aniston became the face of one wellness brand’s collagen campaign in late 2020. While some research has found benefits of collagen supplementation […]
Noah not conducive to isolation, patients say
SOME patients with Covid-19 find the New Normal Oasis for Adaptation and a Home (Noah) Complex not conducive to isolation. A Covid-19 patient who declined to be named, said in her Facebook post that there is a lack of logistics inside the Noah Complex. The patient said there are only two restrooms for all the […]
UK bankers face location limbo on Brexit
YOUNG BANKERS waiting to learn when or whether they might be relocated to the European Union (EU) can take some solace from the fact that oftentimes, their bosses also don’t know their own fate. A senior banker hired to work in London last year was asked just weeks later to pack his bags and move […]