Looking Back: ECQ and post-ECQ Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines – When the Cebu City Government decided for the city, with a population of roughly one million, to be placed under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) on March 28, 2020, life for many Cebuanos changed. The lockdown and its aftermath, manifested in multiple forms, had great impact on the public – ranging from […] The post Looking Back: ECQ and post-ECQ Cebu City appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills was allowed to construct and operate despite an investigation that started way back in 2018. Bohol Governor Erico Aris Aumentado on Thursday, March 14, 2024, urged the Department of Environmental and Natural Resources (DENR).....»»
This is your sign to book that Nail Appointment at SM Seaside!
Contrary to popular belief, beauty is not only skin-deep. There is a powerful sense of worth one can derive from beautifying oneself, and in the spirit of National Women’s Month, women can take back their power and indulge in an entire day of self-care and pampering with the girlies at SM Seaside City Cebu. After.....»»
Rama stops CPA port project due to permit issues
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama ordered City Hall officials to stop the construction of a port at the back of the National Museum after the Cebu Port Authority (CPA) failed to secure a building permit. The mayor even slammed the CPA for the lack of “decency” and “courtesy” due to the.....»»
Abando back, De Liaño out in EASL Final Four in Cebu
Rhenz Abando, who played well for Gilas Pilipinas in the FIBA World Cup, makes his anticipated Philippine comeback when his Korean mother club Anyang Jung Kwan Jang sees action in the East Asia Super League Final Four tomorrow at the Hoops Dome in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu......»»
Cebu City Mayor Rama cries foul over province’s move to stop BRT construction
Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama says he will no longer hold back when Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia counters his plans for the city.....»»
Mac Tallo spearheads Alicia KSB in back-to-back wins in cash-rich Araw ng Sibugay cage wars
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Alicia KSB Glass is rampaging in the 2nd Gov. Ann K. Hofer-23rd Araw ng Sibugay Invitational Basketball Tournament after logging back-to-back victories. After losing to the National University (NU) Bulldogs in their first game last February 14, the veterans of Alicia KSB, headed by ex-PBA cager Mac Tallo, defeated the reigning.....»»
‘Shabu’ worth P2.7M recovered from 2 ex-cons in Cebu City drug bust
CEBU CITY, Philippines – An electric bike (e-bike) driver and a delivery app rider, who are both ex-convicts, landed back in jail after they were caught with P2.7 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Cebu City on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The arrested persons were identified as e-bike driver Rimark Espinosa.....»»
Omega Sports Promotions aims to revive Cebu’s glory days in boxing
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Cebu’s very own Omega Boxing Gym eyes to bring back Cebu’s former glory in boxing. Once hailed as the ‘Boxing Mecca of the Philippines,’ Cebu was a prime venue for world title bouts and top-notch fight cards. However, the Covid-19 pandemic happened. Today, Cebu’s once vibrant boxing scene is slowly getting back.....»»
Rama takes leave, now in Singapore
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama is currently in Singapore, just more than a month since he returned from Australia last Dec. 16. The mayor disclosed this through Cebu City’s media arm, Sugboanon Channel’s ‘Ingna’ng Mayor’, on Thursday, Jan. 25. However, Rama did not disclose when he would come back to Cebu.....»»
Ex-con caught with P6.8M ‘shabu’ in Cebu City buy-bust
CEBU CITY, Philippines – An ex-convict is going back of jail after he was caught Monday night with P6.8 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City. Harold Domen Yu alias “Jono,” who was able to dispose one to two kilos of shabu per week, was considered a high-value.....»»
IN PHOTOS: Balik Cebu 2024
Summary: The Balik Cebu 2024 event, hosted at the Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, has been a prominent part of the Sinulog festival for 22 years. In collaboration with the Cebu City Government, Mactan International Airport Association, and other tourism stakeholders, it aims to welcome back balikbayans (returning Filipinos) for the grand Sinulog festival. The Balik Cebu Dinner Show offers balikbayans the complete Sinulog experience, featuring Filipino cuisine, performances by Cebuano artists, the Sinulog Mardi Gras, the presentation of Miss Cebu winners and her court, Tribu Basakanaon, and a band performance. Tickets priced at P500 can be purchased at the Balik Cebu Turista Desk by presenting a passport or proof of residence outside the Philippines. Balikbayans can also buy up to three additional tickets for non-balikbayans accompanying them. The event will take place at Ayala Center Cebu on January 18 at 6 PM. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
Gealon back as traffic management chief
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama announced the reinstatement of Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon as the head of the Traffic Management Committee (TMC). In his ‘Ingna’ng Mayor’ radio program on Sugboanon Channel, Rama mentioned that he persuaded him to stay in his position during a meeting on Wednesday, January 3. The.....»»
Amparo will bounce back, become champion one day, says PMI chief
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Boxing promoter and lawyer Floriezyl Echavez Podot gave nothing but praises to his ward, Jake “El Bambino” Amparo who came up short in his first world title eliminator bout against ex-world champion Pedro “Kid Pedro Heneral” Taduran. This happened in the main event of “Kumong Bol-Anon XIII” on December 28, 2023,.....»»
Dead man, believed to have been dumped in Naga: Probe continues to identify victim
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Police continue its investigation to identify the dead man who was found in Naga City in southern Cebu on Saturday morning, December 30. The victim, who was only wearing a black t-shirt and his black underwear, was found lying face down with his hands tied behind his back. Police said the.....»»
Gabunilas promises impressive fight vs. Japan’s Sakama
CEBU CITY, Philippines — There’s no turning back for boxing prospect John Paul “Angas ng Cebu” Gabunilas as he and his team from the ARQ Boxing Stable arrived in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday, December 23, 2023, for his upcoming Naoya Inoue-Marlon Tapales undercard bout. Gabunilas will face unbeaten hometown foe Kanamu Sakama in one of.....»»
Jared Bahay steers Ateneo de Cebu to victory in Game 2
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Jared Bahay bounced back from a subpar performance and led the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu Magis Eagles to an 80-65 win over the University of the Visayas (UV) Baby Lancers in Game 2 of the 2023 Cesafi high school basketball tournament on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the Cebu Coliseum. Bahay, the University.....»»
CCSC rennovation ‘doing well’ says Garcia
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Sports Center (CCSC) oval renovation is “doing very well,” according to Acting Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia on Monday, December 11. On Monday, several government officials of Cebu City visited CCSC to assess the feasibility of hosting Sinulog 2024 back at the center. This evaluation followed their.....»»
Former convict caught with gun is back in jail in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES — Police have filed illegal possession of firearm charges against a former convict who was caught with an unlicensed gun on December 9 in C. Padilla St., Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City. Authorities identified the suspect as Roger Compacion, 38 years old, of Alaska, Barangay Mambaling in Cebu City. READ: Shooting and robbery.....»»
Andrew Moloney is new WBO Global super flyweight champion
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world champion Andrew Moloney is officially back in the winning column after making an easy work against Filipino Judy Flores in their World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global super flyweight title bout on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Pullman Hotel in Albert Park City, Australia. Moloney finished the 10-round regional.....»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: Gwen wants Sinulog 2024 to be back in Abellana
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Gwen wants Sinulog 2024 to be back in Abellana Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia said she would support the Sinulog 2024 celebration if the activity would be held at the Cebu City Sports Center and not at the South Road Properties. This.....»»