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Cabugao setting up Sabang boardwalk
CABUGAO, Ilocos Sur — A uniquely-designed and one of its kind Boardwalk will soon be set up in the coastal barangay Sabang, this town, Congressman Ronald V. Singson revealed yesterday. Singson (1st district) said that the project will start this year, making this town more attractive to tourists. “In fact, there is already an initial fund for the project,” Singson told this writer. With its sandy beaches and crystal clear water, Cabugao town is now fast emerging as tourism site in Northern Ilocos Sur. Only recently, a luxury cruise ship docked at the Salomague Port in Cabugao, with about 500 passengers from the United States and Europe. The Silversea Cruises's Silver Spirit, was the first international cruise ship to dock at the Salomague port in three years since the pandemic began. Governor Jeremias “Jerry" Singson said that Ilocos Sur is a safe destination for tourists. Newsmen learned that the Salomague port has been upgraded in 2021 with a reinforced concrete Platform Back-Up Area and RC Pier Extension to attract cruise calls in this northern Luzon island, which is strategically located near the popular beaches and heritage sites of Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. Meanwhile, Mayor Michael Miranda of Santiago town revealed that he had already asked funds for the beautification of the Santiago Cove, called “Little Boracay of the North.” With its Mini Santorini-like hotel called Vitalis, Santiago Cove hotel and others, Santiago is now the fast emerging tourism site in the province. The post Cabugao setting up Sabang boardwalk appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Sunken optic cable network rolling out
Fibernet Construkt Corp. along with Internet service provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc., have submitted to the local government an unsolicited proposal to build a fully underground fiber optic cable network for Cebu City along the city’s South Road Properties’ main road. FKC is in the business of building and maintaining broadband infrastructure facilities for telecommunication operators and internet service providers In their meeting with Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, Converge chief executive officer and co-founder Dennis Anthony Uy, said he “could begin realizing Rama’s “dream of a city like Singapore for Cebu by placing all the lines of telecommunication companies (telcos) underground starting with those in the city’s main thoroughfares.” “He (Rama) asked me for my opinion. I told him it is too costly to put an underground cabling network for the whole of Cebu. It’s too expensive. Overhead expenses for underground cabling for power, for instance, is 10 to 15 times more. If you pass the costs on to consumers, they will raise a howl. So, I told him to start with telecommunications because that’s where you see a lot of ‘spaghetti wires.’ I think 50 percent of what you see are telecom wires which are no longer active,” said Uy in a media briefing during Converge’s official launch on Boracay Island recently. Bad experience “What happened during typhoon ‘Odette’ was a bad experience for Cebuanos. Utility posts were hit, and it took two months to put back on power,” he said. Thus, Uy is convinced that Cebu City badly needs to move all electricity and communication lines underground as part of its disaster resiliency strategy to prevent massive blackouts and connectivity losses during calamities like typhoons. For his part, FKC chief executive officer Jinho Kwon said FKC “intends to service the needs of the major telecommunications company and other service providers in Cebu City South Road Properties to enable them to provide full Telecommunication Broadband and Cable TV connectivity including Internet connectivity and other services in the said properties.” Unsolicited proposal Both Uy and Kwon personally went to Cebu City to present their unsolicited proposal to Rama. Kwon said the proposal is meant “ to support the Cebu City government’s direction to develop a Smart City with fully equipped and disaster resilient telecommunication network where information and communication technologies are utilized to increase operational efficiency and improve both quality of services and citizen welfare.” FKC is in the business of building and maintaining broadband infrastructure facilities for telecommunication operators and Internet providers. Moving power and telecommunication lines underground bolsters economic growth and ensures business continuity even during calamities, Uy and Kwon stressed. The post Sunken optic cable network rolling out appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Kapuso star David Licauco shares how his life changed after car accident
Kapuso star David Licauco recently disclosed that he initially had no plans of joining the entertainment business. In a conversation with Karen Davila, the actor explained that his initial goal was to become a professional basketball player. “But I failed to become a professional basketball player,” rued Licauco, who instead ventured into showbiz. “Super unexpected kasi ‘yung showbiz kasi di naman ako lumaking crush ng bayan. I don’t know, it just really happened.” The Pambansang Ginoo shared that he started out as a model before becoming an actor. He was strolling along the beach of Boracay when an agent approached him and asked him if he wanted to become a model. The actor also revealed that the car accident he had with his friends had forced him to put off his dreams of becoming a professional basketball player. He narrated that they were on their way home from Tagaytay when a gas tanker hit their car. “I was in the passenger seat beside the driver, parang miracle siya,” he said. “Di ba ‘yung parking boy nasa side ng driver lagi pero, for some reason, parang miracle na lang na nandun siya sa side ko. Sabi niya: ‘Sir, seat belt lang po ha.’ Parang nakatulog ako kasi I was really sleepy.” Unfortunately, Licauco’s closest buddy — who was driving the car — passed away. “He was my best friend. He was my neighbor and we grew up together. We played basketball together,” he said. For a time, Licauco felt that he was the one responsible for what had happened to them. “Medyo sinisi ko rin ‘yung sarili ko. What if I didn’t fall asleep? What if sinamahan ko ‘yung driver… na parang pwede na siyang maiwasan kung mas naging aware ako, mas naging wise ako in that situation,” Licauco shared. Later on, he came to realize that he had no control over the things around him. “Mas minahal ko sarili ko. Mas minahal ko ‘yung friends ko and family because you’ll never know,” said Licauco, who also realized the importance of appreciating life. He also admitted that he now sees himself as an inspiration to the youth, to the fans and to his family and friends. Licauco is one of the stars of Maria Clara at Ibarra, a GMA Network drama that is currently available on Netflix. The post Kapuso star David Licauco shares how his life changed after car accident appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Anda, Bohol resort owners want town’s environmental fee policy scratched
TAGBILARAN CITY — Resort owners in Anda, Bohol have opposed the implementation of a P30 environmental fee for every person entering the municipality known for its pristine white sand beaches. Resort owners Anastacio Daniel Jr. of Anda de Boracay, Edil Tan of Anda Global 1 & 2, and Filomina White of Bitoon White Beach asked Anda Mayor Angelina […] The post Anda, Bohol resort owners want town’s environmental fee policy scratched appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Belmonte, Binay call for climate action funding from development banks
The C40 coalition of cities, a network of nearly 100 mayors, asked MDBs to increase urban climate investment, integrate urban climate action into their strategies, and implement tailored programs to support city projects. .....»»
Baltimore Bridge collapse: Police had about 90 seconds to stop traffic before bridge fell
BALTIMORE — It was the middle of the night when a dispatcher’s warning crackled over the radio: A massive cargo ship had lost its steering capabilities and was heading toward the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Within about 90 seconds, police officers who happened to be nearby responded that they managed to stop vehicle traffic over.....»»
The future of food
I met Ella, Singapore's first robotic barista, at Changi International Airport. Ella serves various drinks non-stop, from a classic latte to a Pandan Tea latte......»»
Boracay, Palawan named among ‘Best Islands in Asia-Pacific’
Two island destinations in the Philippines were included in the 10 “Best Islands in Asia-Pacific” by a foreign travel magazine......»»
Ati tribe fenced off in Boracay
Tension has sparked in Boracay after security guards allegedly fenced off parcels of land owned by members of the Ati tribe......»»
Victims of Baltimore bridge collapse include those from Mexico, Guatemala
Maryland [US], March 27 (ANI): Among those reported missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in the US are Mexican nationals, CNN reported, citing Rafael Laveaga, Chief of the Consular Section of Mexico's Embassy in Washington. Laveaga refrained from specifying the exact number of missing Mexican nationals when he addressed reporters near the scene on Tuesday. A reporter asked Laveaga: ".....»»
54 buses to offset LRT-1 shutdown for Cavite extension, Holy Week
The Department of Transportation will be deploying passenger buses starting Wednesday to offset the shutdown of LRT-1 operations during the Holy Week and in preparation for the opening of five new stations this year......»»
Stop motorcycle taxi expansion, Marcos urged
Various transport groups yesterday appealed to President Marcos to stop the expansion of motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila amid the impending decision of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board o authorize several companies as players in the pilot study......»»
Albie Casiño asked if he visited Jaclyn Jose s wake: Hindi ako apektado do n
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Nesthy leaves fate to God
Kapit kay Lord” was what Nesthy Petecio said when asked if she felt pressure heading to her make-or-break bid to qualify for the Paris Olympics against Turkey’s Esra Yildiz in Busto Arsizio, Italy, last week......»»
A mandatory duty
With dynasty-building reaching shameless proportions, the Supreme Court has finally been asked to step in and mandate Congress to carry out a task set out in the Constitution: to define and prohibit political dynasties......»»
Blinken Arrives in South Korea to Attend Democracy Summit
Seoul, South Korea - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies.Blinken landed Sunday afternoon ahead of the third Summit for Democracy on Monday, an initiative of U.S. President Joe Biden, which Seoul is hosting this week.Before arriving in Se.....»»
US State Secretary Blinken begins Middle East tour, marks his first stop in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], March 21 (ANI): US State Secretary Antony Blinken who began his Middle East tour arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, marking his first stop on this trip to discuss efforts to reach an "immediate ceasefire agreement" between Israel and Hamas, The New York Times reported. Blinken's visit to Jeddah came as US President Joe Biden's administration was hoping it could convince Saudi Arabia to establish.....»»
WATCH: Janella Salvador recalls singing at Jenine Desiderio s gigs
Philstar.com asked Janella Salvador what were the key moments that led her to stage her 10th anniversary concert......»»
EDITORIAL - Vaping minors
Law enforcement agencies are expressing alarm over the increasing use of vapes by minors, and the rise in the illegal importation of prohibited substances used in e-cigarettes. The problem should not come as a surprise, however, since the government practically asked for it......»»
‘Probe ex-lawmaker over disrespectful remarks vs First Lady’
An official of the Bureau of Immigration yesterday asked the Supreme Court to investigate and look into the possible disbarment of former Biliran representative Glenn Chong over his alleged “reprehensible remarks” against First Lady Liza Marcos......»»