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Tom’s novel idea, a department for fixers; hundreds of drug users, pushers surrender to cops; mayors present flood solutions—Cebu News Digest for July 5, 2016
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 5, 2016. Osmeña’s unique idea: A Department of Fixers Showing he is not afraid to offer unconventional ideas, Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmeña is planning to legitimize fixers and put up a Department of Fixers at Cebu City Hall to streamline operations and address concerns…
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Smart GigaSurf50 offers 1GB data for P50
Smart Communications has unveiled the country’s first 1GB data offer for only P50. Valid for 3 days, GigaSurf50 also comes with an additional 300MB for streaming on sites like YouTube and iflix. To subscribe to this latest offer, simply text GIGA50 to 9999. Smart said the new offer empowers subscribers to ride the digital wave…
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Cebu prepares for storm; Mandaue, Cebu implement anti-flood measures; Quisumbing wants strict implementation of traffic rules in Mandaue–Cebu News Digest for July 4, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 4, 2016. You thought Friday’s flood was bad? Brace for more as storm approaches JUST three days after a monstrous traffic jam caused by an hour-long heavy downpour, Cebuanos were advised to get ready for more heavy rainfall as tropical storm Butchoy enters the Philippine…
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Review: Unboxing the Fitbit Blaze smartwatch and tracker
Good design, light weight, solid battery life, a great fitness tracking app and desktop dashboard and access to a community make the Fitbit Blaze a top choice for those who want to buy a tracker and smartwatch. As a long-time user of the Sony Smartwatch 3, it’s hard to make the shift to a different…
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AirAsia offers promo fare, partner discounts in Cebu-Korea travel
Korea has become a popular destination among Cebuanos, and Philippines AirAsia wants them to make the most of their summer trip with promo fares and big discounts from the airline’s partner establishments. Named world’s best low cost carrier by Skytrax for seven years, AirAsia offers one way flights from Cebu to Incheon, Korea for only…
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More travel destinations on sale in bigger ITF 2016: organizers
More local and foreign destinations will go on sale this year at the 3rd International Travel Festival (ITF) that’s happening from July 15-17, 2016 at the Ayala Center Cebu in Cebu City. MyEventology project director Stephanie Villahermosa said 102 exhibitors made up of a mix of tour operators, hotels and resorts, travel agencies, airlines, banks,…
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Local leaders back DU30’s call for change; Tomas issues warning to corrupt employees; Rama to sue accusers of libel–Cebu News Digest for July 1, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, July 1, 2016. Let’s all dance to the tune of change. Local leaders, and even the local chapters of militant groups, are echoing President Rodrigo Duterte’s call for change during his inauguration yesterday in Malacanang. Bayan-Central Visayas chairman Jaime Paglinawan said a coalition of farmers, workers, students,…
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Mandaue to use traffic cameras to catch violators
Newly-elected Mandaue City Mayor Gabriel “Luigi” Quisumbing’s administration will use traffic cameras to catch violators in the city. Quisumbing said in his 1st press conference as mayor today that strict implementation of traffic laws will start tomorrow, Friday. “We will be implementing the ‘no contact apprehension.’ That means, ma dakpan ka sa camera, padad-an ka…
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Rama denies coddling Jaguar, turns the table on Osmena; Councilor vows to finish CCMC construction; Mandaue to adopt ‘no-contact apprehension policy’–Cebu News Digest for June 30, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local papers today, June 30, 2016. Rama asks: Why did Tomas fail to have Jaguar arrested? OUTGOING Cebu City mayor Mike Rama turned the table on his rival, Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmeña, who insinuated that he protected slain suspected drug lord Jeffrey “Jaguar” Diaz.…
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Watch Duterte inauguration livestream on your phone for free with freenet
Filipinos will be able to watch the livestreaming of the June 30 inauguration of Rodrigo Duterte as the 16th President of the Republic of the Philippines on mobile and for free. Smart, TNT and Sun subscribers nationwide will be able to do this using freenet, the free data platform of Voyager Innovations, the digital innovations…
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Tomas to Cebuanos: ‘SM, Ayala stole your land;’ MCWD starts pipe repar under Mandaue-Macan bridge; Danao hands P200 reward for Barok’s surrender–Cebu News Digest for June 29, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, June 29, 2016. Tomas targets consortium, calls Ayala, SM, ‘thieves.’ Incoming Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmena vowed to make Cebu City No.1 again and also reiterated a post-election vow to rescind the P10 billion sale of a 26.3 hectare slice of the…
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Hero’s burial for suspected drug lord; Kasperksy lab cautions Pinoys over mobile attacks; DPWH backs Tomas P7 billion traffic plan—Cebu News Digest for June 28, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, June 28. Hero’s burial for suspected drug lord. RELATIVES and friends of Jeffrey “Jaguar” Diaz turned out by the thousands for the burial of the slain suspected drug lord who was likened to Robin Hood by his neighbours in Duljo Fatima. Unlike…
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Smart launches SmartLife app to boost Pinoy digital lifestyle
Smart is set to change the way Filipinos enjoy their smartphones with the launch of the SmartLife app, where people can discover exciting perks and free digital content right at their fingertips. Initially available to Android smartphone users via the Google Play Store, the SmartLife is a discovery portal for perks, mobile videos, music, and…
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Tomas eyes P7 billion fund vs. traffic; HSBC says Philippines less vulnerable to Brexit–Cebu News Digest for June 27, 2016.
This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, June 27, 2016. Tomas says Rama did nothing to solve traffic problem, seeks P7B to solve mess Incoming Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmena wants P7 billion worth of projects to solve the traffic mess in Cebu City, which, according to the incoming Cebu City mayor, the administration of Mike…
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Car, home purchase or travel goals? Sun Life shows Pinoys how
From travelling or purchasing a car to preparing for a wedding or buying property and even getting ready for retirement, Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. wants to help Filipinos achieve every “stage-of-life” goal. That is why Sun Life, the oldest life insurer in the country today, has set an ambitious target to increase its…
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‘Whose good taste? Employees question Capitol dress code; COA questions P963 million expenses in Cebu City; Cebu News Digest for June 24, 2016.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, June 24, 2016. Employees question Capitol’s ‘good taste’ Capitol workers are questioning new guidelines implemented that is supposed to promote a look of professionalism among workers. The guidelines disallow “purple, black or unnatural shades of lipstick, nail art or overly bright nail…
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Lenovo brings virtual reality technology via smartphones to Cebu
Cebuanos can now experience virtual reality through Lenovo smartphones as the company brings its first smartphones with TheaterMax to Cebu starting today until June 26. The Lenovo TheaterMax Caravan will visit SM City Cebu on June 24 to 26 and people can try three smartphones with TheaterMax technology – the Lenovo VIBE X3, Lenovo VIBE K4…
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Picture this: Disintermediation
Last week, members of iconic Pinoy band Eraserheads reunited, the first in a long time, for a concert. The occasion was the unveiling of the new logos of PLDT and Smart. Save for company employees, the event was all hush-hush. The press contact who invited me only said I was going to a “confidential” event.…
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Rama urges Osmeñas to finish CCMC construction; Will Barok sing? Man jailed for selling 4 girls–Cebu News Digest for June 23, 2016.
Here’s what you need to know today, June 23, 2016. Rama urges Osmeña couple to finish construction of CCMC building After Acting Cebu City Mayor Margot Osmeña suspended the construction of the 10-storey Cebu City Medical Center, outgoing and suspended mayor Mike Rama is asking Osmeña to reconsider her decision, saying the building is essential…
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You can now use PayMaya with Uber; promo offers 50% on first ride until July 10
Those without credit cards can now use transport service Uber via PayMaya, the pioneering and leading digital payments app in the Philippines. PayMaya Philippines (formerly Smart eMoney, Inc.), the digital financial services unit of PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), recently announced a partnership with Uber that will allow more Filipinos to experience the ride…