Cebu Pacific announces flight cancellations from August 21 to 31
MANILA, Philippines — Cebu Pacific has announced the cancellations of some of its domestic flights from August 21 to 31 amid the enforcement of the modified enhanced community quarantine in Metro Manila. In an advisory, Cebu Pacific however said it will continue to operate flights for essential travel during the period covered. “As such, CEB […] The post Cebu Pacific announces flight cancellations from August 21 to 31 appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
BOI Announces Threshold Price Increase of P3 Million at the National Developers Convention 2023 in Cebu
In response to the call from developers, the Philippine Board of Investments (BOI) has announced the increase of threshold price per housing unit eligible for government tax incentives from P2 million to P3 million during the National Developers Convention in Cebu City last October 5, 2023, hosted by the Subdivision and Housing Developers Association (SHDA). […].....»»
BSKE: Selected voters from Pitogo, Pari-an to cast ballots in malls
CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least two barangays in Cebu have been chosen as part of the Commission on Election – Central Visayas’ (Comelec-7) pilot program to conduct actual voting inside malls. Lawyer Lionel Marco Castillano, director of Comelec-7, confirmed on Wednesday, October 18, that the voting centers for the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE), for selected precincts in Barangays Pitogo in Consolacion and Pari-an in Cebu City, will be in malls. READ: Mall voting simulation set for August 19 – Comelec official BSKE: Designated malls for voting centers These will be at SM Consolacion and Robinsons Galleria in the North Reclamation Area (NRA), Cebu City. There will be five clustered precincts from Pitogo and five clustered precincts from Pari-an that will have the mall voting, Castillano said. “Only five precincts from each barangay considering the space constraint,” he added. READ: Comelec-7 to launch mall voting on Brgy and SK Elections 2023 Two simulations Comelec-7 has also conducted two simulations of the ‘mall voting’ during the first week of October to assess the feasibility of having malls as voting centers for the BSKE. According to Castillano, the Comelec decided to implement a pilot test on having malls as part of their goals to enhance voting experience. The Comelec-7 official cited the high turnout they observed when voter registrations were conducted in malls as the basis behind the decision. The Barangay and SK polls will be held this October 30. ALSO READ: Guarding the vote: Over 180,000 cops to be deployed for BSKE /dbs.....»»
Super OYO
Global hospitality technology platform OYO has launched “Super OYO” program to recognize hotels that provide the most consistent and high-quality customer experience in Philippines. The category called “Super OYO” constantly analyzes each hotel’s performance on multiple parameters such as customer ratings and reviews, keeping maximum rooms operational consistently, smooth check-in experience, among others. Super OYO hotels are required to maintain an average rating of 4 and above out of 5 by ensuring low cancellations and minimal negative feedback In line with its mission to double down on trusted and best-in-class customer experiences, Super OYO is one of the multiple programs that OYO is working on to help customers find choices for the kind of stay they are looking for, provide relevant information to make an informed choice and ensure comfortable and hassle-free stays at highly competitive prices. There are 18 Super OYO hotels in Philippines across cities such as Manila, Cebu, Davao, Makati City, Mandaluyong, Pampanga, Pasay and Quezon City. Guests in Philippines can now see hotels marked “Super OYO” while booking through the OYO App. OYO is encouraging other hotels on the platform to work towards achieving this highly selective moniker and becoming a part of this exclusive category. Super OYO is now available to all app users in Philippines. Customers can easily access the Super OYOs category from the home screen by clicking on the Super OYO banner that leads to a dedicated Super OYO store, select their destination city and browse all available hotels. While appealing to guests, this new category also recognizes hotel operators (patrons) who go above and beyond to provide exceptional customer experiences. Since only hotels that meet predefined parameters can be recognized as “Super OYO,” these properties are required to maintain an average rating of 4 and above out of 5, ensuring zero check-in issues, low cancellations and minimal negative feedback. Since the tag is a non-paid category achievable by maintaining excellent customer experiences, hotel owners can create a niche for their hotel in the market. The post Super OYO appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Fajardo is GAB’s Boxer of the Month for August
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Knockout artist Miel “Silent Assassin” Fajardo’s latest triumphs in the ring didn’t go unnoticed as the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) named him the “Boxer of the Month” for August. This was officially announced by GAB on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 via a social media post. READ: Fajardo wrests OPBF light.....»»
Emirates and Philippine Airlines enhance interline partnership
DUBAI, 17th August, 2023 (WAM) - Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have expanded their interline agreement, enabling Emirates' passengers to access domestic points in Philippine Airlines' network via Cebu and Clark, adding to the previously announced interline connections via Manila.Covering all three gateways in the Philippines served by Emirates - Manila, Cebu and Clark - this partnership ex.....»»
Cebu’s Mercader, Potot learn from Lithuania’s best in basketball clinic in Taiwan
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano basketball coach Raymon Mercader and strength and conditioning trainer Roger Justine Potot had a rare opportunity to learn what European basketball was all about after attending an international basketball seminar supervised Lithuania in Taiwan last August. Potot and Mercader were two of the very few coaches who got the chance.....»»
New Cebu International Container Port seen
The Department of Transportation on Tuesday announced that the construction of the New Cebu International Container Port is expected to start within the third quarter of the year. According to DoTr Undersecretary Elmer Sarmiento, the project’s funder — Export-Import Bank of Korea — has granted the renewal of the loan of P10.45 billion, adding that the procurement for the project has been delayed by the coronavirus disease pandemic. Sarmiento said that the agency is hoping to award the civil works contract within the third quarter. The groundwork should have originally started in August 2022. The civil works was bid out in 2022 and won by a Korean firm. He added that the KEXIM has approved the proposed changes and DoTr is now awaiting the special allotment release order. Sarmiento explained that the project has two approaches — civil works which will be funded by official development assistance from KEXIM — and the purchase of quay cranes will be under public-private partnership. The NCICP will be built on a 25-hectare reclaimed area in Tayud, Consolacion, Cebu and will be connected to the mainland by a 300-meter offshore bridge. It will have a berthing facility with a 500-meter-long quay wall that can simultaneously accommodate two 2,000 twenty-foot equipment unit vessels, operating facilities and structures for containers such as a freight station and an inspection shed, an access road and bridge, and a dredged waterway and turning basin. It will be equipped with four quay cranes. A counterpart funding will be financed by Philippine government of P1.28 billion. In 2016, the NCICP was approved by NEDA Board and the signed loan agreement then with KEXIM pegged at $172.64 million. NCICP is seen as the long-term solution to growing volumes handled by the Cebu International Port in Cebu City. The post New Cebu International Container Port seen appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Piso sale!
Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading carrier, is giving every Juan an early Christmas gift as it brings back its trademark Piso Sale in time for the BER months. From 7 to 10 September, CEB travelers can book their flights to select domestic destinations including Bacolod, Cebu, Iloilo, Kalibo, and Laoag, and international destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Macau, Seoul, Singapore and Taipei for as low as P1 one-way base fare, exclusive of surcharges and other fees. The travel period will be from 1 April to 31 August 2024, allowing passengers to book ahead and score value-for-money fares. Aside from the Piso Sale, the airline is also offering a special 27-percent discount on CEB Transfers for all its routes serving Boracay, making travel to one of the world’s best island resorts much easier and more affordable. CEB currently flies to Boracay eight times daily from Manila, twice daily from Cebu, and six times weekly from Clark. CEB pioneered its trademark Piso Sale as early as 2004. Since then, many Filipinos have been able to fulfill their travel dreams and explore various local and international destinations through the airline’s signature promo. Passengers may use their existing Travel Funds to book flights and avail themselves of add-ons. CEB also offers multiple payment options, including payment centers, credit or debit cards and e-wallets. CEB currently flies to 35 domestic and 24 international destinations, spanning across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. The post Piso sale! appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
CV drivers awaiting petrol support
Drivers and operators of public utility vehicles in Central Visayas have to wait three more weeks for the release of fuel subsidies, according to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board regional director Eduardo Montealto Jr. He explained that the LTFRB central office was still awaiting the downloading of funds for the subsidies from the Department of Budget and Management. Likewise, Montealto said the number of beneficiaries will be finalized in a memorandum circular or a board resolution issued by the central office. About 1.6 million drivers and operators from across the country are expected to benefit from the fuel subsidy. Traditional jeepney drivers will receive P6,500, tricycle and delivery service vehicle drivers will get P1,000, and modern public utility vehicle drivers will receive higher amounts through fuel cards valid at selected gasoline stations. Montealto said Central Visayas will have the fourth-largest allocation for fuel subsidy, with the National Capital Region as the first, followed by Region 3 (Central Luzon) and Region 4A. Earlier, LTFRB-7 technical division chief Joel Bolano disclosed that the agency had anticipated the distribution of fuel subsidies by the end of August, but this did not push through due to the incomplete list of beneficiaries. Meanwhile, the Cebu chapter of the Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide, or PISTON, called for the outright suspension of the excise tax on fuel. Diesel prices have risen by P12.45 in the last six weeks, while gasoline has risen by P9.15 and kerosene by P12.15. Montealto said the subsidy will be downloaded directly from the LTFRB central office to the fuel subsidy cards of the drivers and operators. Those without fuel or cash cards may transact directly with the Land Bank of the Philippines. He admitted that there are unclaimed fuel subsidies for 2021 and 2022. The post CV drivers awaiting petrol support appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DoT chief seeks Rotarians’ support for tourism projects
A partnership with the Rotary Club of Manila, along with other Rotary Clubs in the country can realize the government’s objective of transforming the Philippines into a tourism powerhouse in Asia. [caption id="attachment_179067" align="aligncenter" width="2430"] Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, in her speech as guest speaker of the Rotary Club of Manila during the Club's weekly meeting at the Manila Polo Club last 31 August, said it was her ‘sincere hope that with the partnership of the Rotary Club, as well as its members and the captains of industry who contribute in one way or another to the project of nation-building, we can ensure that our country — through tourism — will have a more primary role in Asia as a tourism powerhouse.’[/caption] This was the call made by Tourism Secretary Maria Christina Frasco after presenting the stance of the tourism industry in the country before members and officers of the Rotary Club of Manila during the Club’s membership meeting at the Manila Polo Club last Thursday, 31 August 2023. Frasco reported that the efforts of the DoT, along with the whole-of-government approach ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in implementing the department’s projects with an eye to restoring the glory of the tourism industry has resulted as of 30 August 2023 into 3.6 million international arrivals, surpassing the total number of international arrivals last 2022. The figure is already 75.92 percent of the country’s target of 4.8 million tourist arrivals this year. “Philippine tourism contributed 6.2 percent to our gross domestic product in 2022; it is being hailed by our economic managers as the second growth driver in the first six months of this year,” she said. By the end of 2022, Frasco said the tourism industry has contributed over P1.87 trillion to the Philippine economy as a composite of international and domestic spending, representing a 67 percent recovery since 2019. “Tourism also contributed over 5.5 million in tourism employment, an 11 percent share of the national employment, and also represents over 93 percent in recovery from 2019 data,” she added. Frasco also said that the rallying of Philippine tourism after the battering it got from the pandemic stands at 66.3 percent, higher than the 54 percent average recovery of ASEAN nations in 2022. As per tourism receipts, Frasco said the industry has already breached P285.9 billion as of 31 July 2023. Pillars of Tourism The Tourism secretary stressed that to give the Philippines a fighting chance at standing shoulder-to-shoulder with its neighbors in the ASEAN region, her department had crafted the National Tourism Development Plan 2023-2028, which does not only focus on the promotion of tourism alone but also in analyzing and understanding the essential pillars of tourism. Approved by President Marcos Jr. last May 2023, the NTDP provides a framework to guide the development and implementation of programs, projects, and activities towards a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and globally competitive tourism industry. NTDP’s seven strategic goals include improvement of tourism infrastructure and accessibility; cohesive and comprehensive digitalization and connectivity; enhancement of overall tourist experience; equalization of tourism product development and promotion; diversification of the tourism portfolio through multidimensional tourism; maximization of domestic and international tourism; and strengthening tourism governance through close collaborations with national and local stakeholders. Putting the Plan into concrete action, the DoT hopes to have an accumulated total of 51.9 million tourist arrivals and 34.7 million tourism-related jobs in the country by 2028. Frasco said in terms of infrastructure, the DoT has partnered with the Department of Public Works and Highways to improve accessibility in the regions with tourism sites. “This is by constructing, rehabilitating and adding tourism roads leading to tourist destinations. This year, over 158 kilometers of tourism roads have already been constructed,” she said. Aside from this, Frasco said the DoT has also coordinated with the Department of Transportation in improving connectivity, primarily in the country’s gateways for the improvement of flights and tourist journeys. With this, Frasco said the country is starting to see robust recovery of connectivity in the country, including a 100 percent increase in flights in Clark International Airport; a 614 percent increase in flights in Kalibo International Airport; and over a 300 percent increase in flights in Mactan-Cebu International Airport, among other airports in the country. Moreover, she said they also partnered with the Department of Information and Communications Technology for the purpose of improving internet connectivity across 94 tourist destinations in the country. Connectivity in 47 of these destinations have already improved, according to Frasco. e-VISA Furthermore, Frasco said the DoT has engaged with other government agencies, namely the Department of Foreign Affairs, the Department of Justice, the DICT, and the Bureau of Immigration for the streamlining of the visa application process, aiming to enhance convenience and accessibility for all international travelers, starting with Chinese visitors. Last 24 August, the DFA implemented the Philippine e-Visa system in Philippine Foreign Service Posts in China. The Philippine e-Visa will allow foreign nationals entering the country for tourism or business to apply for temporary visitor visas remotely through their personal computers, laptops and mobile devices. Other initiatives conceptualized by the DoT to improve the tourism experience include the “Hop in Hop Off” project; being part of the “Love the Philippines” tourism slogan; the “Philippine Experience”; facilitating a cultural tourism circuit development focused on heritage, culture, and arts to enhance current tour and domestic circuit offerings, which include Food and Gastronomy, Pilgrimage and Wellness, Living Cultures and Heritage, and an Arts caravan. In order to equip Filipino tourism workers, the DoT is set on training 100,000 of these workers and capitalize on the world-renowned Filipino hospitality. “We have already managed to train over 71,000 Filipino workers,” Frasco said. Optimistic “Frasco said the Marcos administration remains optimistic about tourism recovery and the resurgence of the nation. “Our numbers will indicate that tourism will continue to be a top economic driver that will provide massive employment and livelihood opportunities to Filipinos and our MSMEs,” she said. With the launch of the enhanced “Love the Philippines” branding, Frasco maintained that it would give the country a better opportunity to be reintroduced to the world. The post DoT chief seeks Rotarians’ support for tourism projects appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Plentina Wealth Shares the Importance of AI in Investing at CBM 2023
With article intelligence (AI) now in full stride, how could it help us manage our wealth? Plentina Wealth who joined this year’s Cebu Business Month (CBM) Tech Summit last August 17 to 18, 2023, shared the benefits of AI in terms of wealth management. Over 500 participants from different sectors such as startups, businesses, investors, […].....»»
Police probe ‘abduction’ of 18-year-old resident of Brgy Lusaran, Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police are looking into reports on the alleged abduction of an 18-year-old resident of Sitio Bumbil in the mountain barangay of Lusaran in Cebu City last August 29. Patrolman Juvenal Boyboy, desk officer at the Adlaon Police Community Precinct, told CDN Digital in a phone interview that they already sent personnel The post Police probe ‘abduction’ of 18-year-old resident of Brgy Lusaran, Cebu City appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
ERC conducts thorough CSP guidelines review
The Energy Regulatory Commission or ERC is holding a “thorough review and revision” of Competitive Selection Process or CSP guidelines so it can fully strengthen the sector, especially in light of recent cancellations of power deals that may threaten power supply stability. The Department of Energy Circular DC2018-02-0003 entitled, “Adopting and Prescribing the Policy for the Competitive Selection Process in the Procurement by the Distribution Utilities of Power Supply Agreement for the Captive Market” governs the CSP. The CSP refers to the process whereby a power supplier is chosen to supply the electric power requirements of a distribution utility through transparent and competitive bidding to secure supply. As per the DoE order, the ERC is required to develop and publish the CSP guidelines. Focus group discussion As such, the Commission conducted focus group discussions with various stakeholder groups last 26 to 28 July to assess the drafted guidelines. However, based on the results of the discussions and the comments solicited from stakeholders, the ERC was compelled to conduct a thorough review and revision of the Draft CSP Guidelines. “In this regard, the Commission will issue a revised draft of the CSP Guidelines that will then be subjected to another round of public consultation before finalizing the guidelines,” the ERC said. “We have duly notified the Department of Energy on Friday, 25 August 2023, of the necessity to consider the comments of stakeholders and the need to revise the Draft CSP Guidelines further,” it added. Ensure consumer protection In a previous interview, ERC chairperson Atty. Monalisa Dimalanta already conveyed that the power watchdog wants the guidelines to ensure consumers will be protected in the long run. “We saw last year how even recently awarded power supply agreements were tested but they failed to withstand the challenges resulting in disputes and termination,” Dimalanta told reporters. Evaluate CSP rules “So it compels us to evaluate the CSP rules to see what improvements can be made to avoid this to ensure commitments are delivered to consumers,” she said. The CSP policy aims to promote the needs of the consumers as presented in the Distribution Development Plan and Power Supply Procurement Plans of the DUs. The DU, on the other hand, should embrace the principle of technology neutrality and consider the reliability of energy services in the least cost manner. It should also ensure that it can meet the demand of its Captive Market at any given time. The post ERC conducts thorough CSP guidelines review appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Nissan Bohol’s new face
Nissan Philippines announces the expansion and enhancement of the Nissan Bohol dealership, marking another milestone in the brand’s continued commitment to delivering innovative automotive experiences. The dealership in Bohol has achieved remarkable strides in recent years, making it a key player in the automotive landscape in the region. These advancements are reflected in the dealership’s outstanding growth, including an impressive 57 percent volume increase from the previous year. At the heart of this enhanced facility is the implementation of the Nissan Express Contact concept, setting a new standard for customer convenience and satisfaction. As the first Nissan dealership in the Philippines to fully embrace this concept, Nissan Bohol boasts a state-of-the-art showroom and service center that highlights their dedicated focus to After Sales services. This approach ensures that customers receive swift, efficient, and top-notch service for their Nissan vehicles. The dedication and commitment of the Nissan Bohol team have not gone unnoticed. The recent Dealer of the Year Awards ceremony, a major event held among Nissan’s Philippine dealerships, highlighted the exceptional performance of the Nissan Cebu Distributor group, with its well-deserved win of the Provincial Dealer of the Year Award and the prestigious Nissan Global Award. The post Nissan Bohol’s new face appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
KZ Tandingan, TJ Monterde nagpakasal og usab; karon kuyog na ang ilang mga ginikanan
NAGPAKASAL sa ikaduhang higayon ang celebrity couple nga sila si KZ Tandingan ug TJ Monterde aron ipakita sa tibuok universe nga solid gihapon ang ilang panag-uban ug panaghigugmaay. Ang maong serimonya gipahigayon atol sa kasaulogan sa ilang 3rd wedding anniversary niadtong August 28. Makita sa mga hulagway nga nanggawas sa social media kung unsa ka The post KZ Tandingan, TJ Monterde nagpakasal og usab; karon kuyog na ang ilang mga ginikanan appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Batch 2001 win second straight in SHAABAA
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The ARQ Builders-Batch 2001 logged back-to-back victories after beating Speed Demon Vivant-Batch 1994/95/96, 60-51, in Division A of the Sacred Heart Ateneo Alumni Basketball Athletic Association (SHAABAA) Season 26 at the Magis Eagles Arena in Mandaue City on Wednesday evening, August 30, 2023. The win followed Batch 2001’s 68-65 win against Division A’s The post Batch 2001 win second straight in SHAABAA appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
China’s new ‘10-dash line’ map incorporates Taiwan, most of West PH Sea
MANILA, Philippines — The People’s Republic of China has released the 2023 edition of its standard map. It now includes parts of self-ruled Taiwan and most of the West Philippine Sea. A “ten-dash line” has been added to the illustration. The image was released by China’s Ministry of Natural Resources on August 28, according to The post China’s new ‘10-dash line’ map incorporates Taiwan, most of West PH Sea appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Awra Briguela rumesbak…kontra-demanda laban kay Mark Christian Ravana; walang aregluhan, tuloy ang laban
“TULOY ang laban, walang aregluhan.” Mukhang yan ang nais sabihin ng kampo ng Kapamilya teen star na si Awra Briguela hinggil sa kinasasangkutan niyang mga kaso. Ito’y matapos magsampa ng kontra-demanda si Awra laban kay Mark Christian Ravana sa Makati City Prosecutor’s Office kahapon, August 30. Nagharap ang dalawa sa preliminary investigation kaugnay sa mga The post Awra Briguela rumesbak…kontra-demanda laban kay Mark Christian Ravana; walang aregluhan, tuloy ang laban appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Vice naloka sa babaeng nag-shoutout sa ‘kabit’: ‘Ano ka ba, ang dami na naming issue, dadagdag ka pa!’
NAWINDANG ang Phenomenal Box-office Star na si Vice Ganda sa babaeng contestant sa “It’s Showtime” nang batiin nito on national TV ang kanyang “kabit.” Pinagalitan ng TV host-comedian ang isang studio contestant sa kanilang segment na “Rampanalo” kahapon, August 30, nang mag-shoutout ito sa kanyang mister, na tinawag niyang “kabit”. “Shoutout sa asawa ko… ay The post Vice naloka sa babaeng nag-shoutout sa ‘kabit’: ‘Ano ka ba, ang dami na naming issue, dadagdag ka pa!’ appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Seda Ayala Center Cebu’s 5th Anniversary Showcases Filipino Fashion with ‘Pagpadayun’
Marking a significant milestone, Seda Ayala Center Cebu radiates with five years of success since its grand opening on August 19, 2018. A hub of comfort for both local residents and global travelers, this hotel has become a pivotal element in Cebu City’s thriving growth, nestled within the vibrant Cebu Business Park. While the hotel The post Seda Ayala Center Cebu’s 5th Anniversary Showcases Filipino Fashion with ‘Pagpadayun’ appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»