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Audiophile hangout A. Refinery marks 1st year in Cebu
For audiophiles or those people who are very particular with their audio equipment, nothing but high quality gadgets and equipment will do. Among the shops in Cebu frequented by audiophiles is A. Refinery, which celebrated its first year last July 16. A. Refinery is located in the new wing of Ayala Center Cebu. It sells…
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Central Visayas reports alarming hike in dengue cases; New Zealand wants Pinoy workers; Bato asks Tommy not to abandon police–Cebu News Digest for July 19, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 19, 2016. DOH reports 159 percent increase in dengue cases The first half of the year saw a 159 percent increase in dengue cases in Region 7, with most victims belonging to the 6 to 10 years old bracket. There were 6,066 dengue…
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Pasil opposes Cebu-Cordova bridge; DENR wants to regulate whale shark watching in Oslob; PNP chief urges Peter Lims to surrender–Cebu News Digest for July 18, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 18, 2016. Pasil opposes P27-billion bridge because it will affect residents’ sleep, displace people Barangay Pasil in Cebu City issued a resolution opposing the construction of the Cebu-Cordova bridge. The P27-billion, 8.25 kilometer bridge will use 7.5 meter of space in each side of…
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Chef Tang whips up Chinese lauriat feast at Cafe Marco
From the cold cuts and native chicken soup to the baked lobster with noodles and steamed shrimp meat and scallop ball, Chef Tang’s Chinese Lauriat table served one scrumptious dish after another at Marco Polo Plaza Cebu’s Cafe Marco. In a special kind of culinary event, Marco Polo Changzhou executive Chinese chef Tang Chi Wai…
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Vibo Place on Escario St. presents new lifestyle hub, Axis Entertainment Avenue
With its cluster of six buildings designed like the ocean wave, wide open spaces, integrated gardens and spacious walkways, the Axis Entertainment Avenue at Vibo Place on Escario St. in Cebu City wants to provide a different lifestyle destination to locals and tourists. “Axis is the entertainment and dining hub, and newest development of Vibo…
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High school brawl nets P110,000 fine; Borromeos eye multi-billion complex in Escario; 4 police chiefs in Cebu axed–Cebu News Digest for July 14, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 14, 2016. Cesafi fines 2 schools P110,000 for high school brawl Cesafi commissioner Felix Tiukinhoy meted a record P110,000 fine on 22 high school players from the University of the Visayas and Don Bosco Technological Center after they figured in a free-for-all in a…
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Public WiFi to boost e-commerce in PHL; Tomas fires 540 health workers; 30 cops get P.5M reward–Cebu News Digest for July 13, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, July 13, 2016. Improved internet services leads to GDP growth. AN online firm sees the government’s initiative to roll out free public WiFi spots around the country and the president Rodrigo Duterte’s warning to telcos to improve internet service as a boost…
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My PayMaya experience: Sticking to a budget in Hong Kong
Luck had me traveling to Hong Kong twice this year, one for a trip long planned since last year, the other for a complimentary hotel stay that had to be availed of by May. Foreign trips cost money and I was traveling with women friends in a shopping mecca that is Hong Kong. For that…
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More fun for geeks in Panglao Island, Bohol with Geeks On A Beach 4th edition
Geeks, people who are connoisseurs of tech, design and startups, will find Panglao Island a fun-filled and exciting place to visit. Panglao Island has been the favored watering hole of tourists, diving enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike with its pristine waters, palm trees, white sand beaches, and coral reefs. A small town of over 68,000…
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Smart to spend P1 billion for nationwide Smart Wifi rollout
PLDT subsidiary Smart Communications (Smart) is rapidly widening the footprint of its Smart Wifi service in key transport hubs, government offices, and business establishments across the country. Smart has earmarked close to P1 billion for the rollout, which forms part of PLDT’s P43-billion capital expenditure program for this year alone. Smart WiFi hotspots Smart Wifi…
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Companies that put people first will be winners in digital economy: Accenture
Leading companies that develop a people first approach will win in today’s digital economy, according to the latest global technology trends report from Accenture. As technology advancements accelerate at an unprecedented rate – dramatically disrupting the workforce – companies that equip employees, partners and consumers with new skills can fully capitalize on innovations. Those that do…
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New York magazine names Cebu as 6th best island; Cop caught in drug raid; City Hall to fire 280 daycare workers–Cebu News Digest for July 11, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, July 11, 2016. Magazine names Cebu as 6th best island in the world. A monthly travel magazine based in New York City has named Cebu as the sixth Best Island in the World based on its survey of its readers. Cebu got 88.65…
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Mactan Alfresco serves Cebu lechon fresh off the roasting pit
With its crispy skin and tender juicy meat, Cebu lechon is known around the Philippines and even the world as extraordinarily delectable. Diners now get to take their enjoyment of Cebu’s roasted pork to a whole new level with the opening of the Lechon Pit at The Mactan Newtown’s covered dining strip Mactan Alfresco. “Nothing…
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SilkAir, Singapore Airlines offer promo fares to top destinations
Whether it is to get the best deals at The Great Singapore Sale, go on a boat tour of Halong Bay in Vietnam, experience a colorful welcome of the New Year in Sydney, indulge in a Michelin-starred cuisine in New York, or show off that fabulous tan at the Maldives, SilkAir and Singapore Airlines (SIA)…
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Garbo protected Lim; City Hall lawyers asks Tommy to reconsider ban on private practice; Apas faces gargabe woes—Cebu News Digest for July 8, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, July 8, 2016. Digong ups the ante, accuses Garbo of protecting triad After naming five generals, President Rodrigo Duterte gave further details on their alleged involvement in the drug trade and accused retired police general Marcelo Garbo as the protector of controversial…
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City Hall workers lose job for playing Dota; Metro Cebu board wants dams to battle flooding; Accused drug lord protector a multi-millionaire—Cebu News Digest for July 7, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 7, 2016. 2 Mandaue City Hall workers lose jobs over online game TWO employees at the Mandaue City Hall lost their jobs after they were caught playing an online game during working hours. Mandaue City mayor Luigi Quisumbing, who posted a photo of the two on…
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We’ll deal with flooding, Sec. Villar assures Cebu leaders
The government of President Rodrigo Duterte will be responsive in dealing with calamities like the recent widespread flooding in Cebu, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Sec. Mark Villar told Cebu leaders earlier today. Villar was in Cebu on Wednesday, July 6, to attend a consultation with local leaders at the Eduardo Aboitiz Development…
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PLDT HOME brings Regine Velasquez to Cebu
OPM or Original Pinoy Music and PLDT HOME ambassador Regine Velasquez is coming to Cebu to perform live via the widely popular Regine Concert Series. Powered by PLDT HOME, the musical extravaganza is a show of gratitude from the country’s number one digital and multimedia services provider for the massive support of its customers throughout…
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Watch Gilas games live on mobile for free with freenet app
Filipino basketball fans can throw their support behind Gilas Pilipinas wherever they are by tuning in to the mobile livestream of the Philippine team games at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament via the freenet app (formerly SafeZone), available for free download and free from data charges for all Smart, TNT and Sun subscribers nationwide. All…
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Mobile app links rural health workers to doctors based in city
Most government health facilities in the provinces have a shortage of doctors. Health workers who badly need the advice and expertise of medical specialists have to fend for themselves in both routine and emergency situations. Hx Factfinder, a mobile application developed at the recent #thinkOPENhealth: Hackathon for Health aims to solve this problem. “Our app…