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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 19, 2016: Nike drops Pacquiao for gay comments; DPWH blames politicos for project delays; JVR asks Soc, Gullas for P29.4M refund.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in the local papers today, Feb. 19, 2016. EIGHT-DIVISION world champion Manny Pacquiao has been dropped from the roster of endorsers by apparel giant Nike after his controversial statement on same-sex marriage. Pacquiao, who is running for the senate, said in a TV interview that animals are better…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 18, 2016: Boat operators eye fare reduction; LBP gives Cebu City six-month break; Tom questions Mike on P900M donation.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, Feb. 18, 2016. Operators hold meeting to discuss fare reduction. THE drop in fuel prices has prompted two shipping lines to drop their fares, providing a relief to travelers. Metro Ferry Inc has lowered its fare from Cebu City to Lapu-Lapu to…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 17, 2016: Cebu is top backpackers’ destination; Garcias, Binays launch alliance; Cebu ‘is Binay Country’
The National Geographic has named Cebu as one of the top eight destinations in the world to backpack.
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Jun Pelaez: Institutionalized corruption still the defining issue in Lapu-Lapu elections
Efrain “Jun” Pelaez Jr. describes his campaign as a “new battle for Mactan.” The businessman will face incumbent Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Paz Radaza this May for the city’s top post.
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 16, 2016: Stop whining, seek traffic solution; Consolacion waits for cityhood; LGUS urge to seek ‘garbage investors.’
This is the roundup of news stories that came out in local publications today, Feb. 16, 2016. A BUSINESS leader is encouraging the private and public sectors to stop complaining about the traffic situation but instead start on working on alternative solutions while the repair of the Mandaue-Mactan bridge is ongoing. Ma. Teresa Chan, the president…
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Filipino startups face unique opportunities, challenges: DOST
Creating the Philippine Roadmap for Startups allowed stakeholders to identify the unique advantages and challenges of Filipino founders and how to further hone the ecosystem to support digital innovations, an official of the Department of Science and Technology said.
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 15, 2016: 2012 study shows traffic in Cebu costs P132M/day; Congress fails to tackle Mega Cebu bill; Bus firm eyes new routes for Robinsons.
A study by a Japanese agency done in 2012 found that traffic in Metro costs businesses P132 million in lost man-hours. The four-year old study, done by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, only highlights the effect of the traffic situation at present, which has been worsened by various road projects in Mandaue City.
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 12, 2016: Commuters get one-month reprieve; Cebu City faces P2M/day fine; BOPK, Team Rama bicker of dance party.
This the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, Feb. 12, 2016. One-month reprieve Motorists who pass through the Mandaue-Mactan bridge will get a reprieve for a month after authorities decided to allow two-way traffic while repairs are limited to the sidewalk. The sidewalk repair, which will last for a month, will…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 11, 2016: Mactan bridge in danger of collapse; Cebu City council resumes budget wars; Poe admits lack of political backing in Cebu.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in the local papers on Feb. 11, 2016. 44-year-old Mactan bridge faces collapse DPWH warned that should the long-delayed repair of the Mandaue-Mactan bridge be postponed anew, the 44-year-old structure may collapse. The repair was supposed to start last August but was postponed because of the Apec…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 10, 2016: Commuters face traffic hell in Mandaue; Metro Cebu eyes help in senate; Rama wants trees off in Mabolo.
This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today Feb, 10, 2016. Traffic hell on earth COMMUTERS who found new ways to curse traffic last Tuesday will have to endure more bad news after the contractor for the repair of the Mandaue-Mactan bridge said the project would take longer than usual.…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 9, 2016: Traffic chaos due to bridge traffic; Rama returns after suspension; Cops ready to secure national bets
COMMUTERS in the cities of Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue spent hours on the road today, the first working day after the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) decided to close one lane of the old bridge. Complaints were rife on social media networks like Facebook and Twitter and over radio stations against the monstrous traffic…
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PLDT Home offers connectivity bundle to AirBNB hosts
Being an AirBNB host is a great way to earn money, make friends, and get to meet people from different countries. Cristina Hoffman, who has listed her family’s Villa Busay in Jardin de Busay with AirBNB, said all her guests have so far been wonderful. Hoffman was among those who shared their experiences as hosts…
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SilkAir celebrates Singapore Airlines 50th year with Cebu seat sale, other perks
SilkAir celebrates the 50-year milestone of Singapore Airlines (SIA) with great fares and special perks for travel from the Philippines to over 50 destinations around the world. The regional wing of Singapore Airlines is set to hold the SilkAir Travel Fair from February 19-21, 2016 at Ayala Center Cebu with all-inclusive round trip promo fares…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 5, 2016: LTFRB eyes P.50 to P1 fare reduction; Mandaue adopts new traffic scheme; Talisay council declares Mayor’s son persona non grata
Here is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, February 5, 2016. LTFRB 7 director Rey Elenar said jeepney fares in Central Visayas may be reduced by as much as P1 starting next week due to the continued drop in fuel prices. The minimum jeepney fare in Central Visayas was reduced…
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8 Newtown Boulevard offers majestic view, top-of-the-line amenities
An infinity pool with a panorama of the Hilutungan Channel and Magellan Bay, a spa and gym with top-of-the-line equipment, and Japanese design features like a rock garden, Onsen room, and a Niwa are just among the amenities that await unit owners of 8 Newtown Boulevard at the Megaworld township of Mactan Newtown in Lapu-Lapu…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 4, 2016: Traffic in Mandaue City to worsen; Rama apologizes for IEC selfie; Cop beats cancer, earns promotion
Here’s the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, February 4, 2016. Mandaue traffic to worsen A DPWH official is warning motorists who pass by Mandaue City that traffic in the area will worsen starting on Feb. 8 with the repair of the Mandaue-Mactan bridge. Ouano Avenue will also be repaired starting…
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Cebu News Digest for February 3, 2016: Tomas hits Rama selfie during IEC mass; IEC organizers stay within P300M budget; Palma urges missionaries to keep the faith.
Here are the stories that came out in the local publications today, Feb. 3, 2016. Tomas vs. Mike: Selfie war FORMER Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmena criticized rival Mike Rama for taking a selfie during the communion rites in the closing mass of the 51st International Eucharist Congress at the South Road Properties last Sunday.…
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Cebu News Digest for Feb. 2, 2016: Officials laud agencies for IEC’s success; Pa refutes daughter’s testimony; IEC critic receives threats
Here’s the roundup of stories about the IEC and other local news that came out in local publications today, February 2, 2016. Job well done. The Cebu City Council commended the Cebu City Police Office, Cebu Provincial Police Office and the Armed Forces of the Philippines Central Command for securing the 51st International Eucharistic Congress.…
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IEC 2016 News Roundup for Feb. 1, 2016: Cebu made us proud Catholics; Pray for the world; Labella cites Bayanihan in successful hosting
Here is the roundup of stories on the final day of the International Eucharistic Congress that came out in local news publications today, February 1, 2016. PAPAL Legate Charles Maung Cardinal Bo praised the Cebuanos for a wonderful job hosting the 51st International Eucharistic Congress, and even addressed the crowd in Cebuano to say that…
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IEC exhibit open to the public starting Monday
The International Eucharistic Congress (IEC) exhibit at the IEC Pavilion will be open to the public starting on Monday, February 1, and will run until February 7. There are 93 exhibitors in 126 booths at the basement of the IEC Pavilion. The exhibit opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. Among the exhibitors…