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Master Filmmaker Mike de Leon, 78, Leaves Behind a Timeless Legacy

World-renowned filmmaker and archivist Miguel “Mike” de Leon passed away on Thursday morning, Aug. 28, 2025, at the age of 78, following a lingering illness. His first cousin, designer Patis Tesoro, confirmed the sad news to the Inquirer. The passing of De Leon reverberated not only across the Philippines but also around the world, particularly in Europe where his works have seen a resurgence in recent years. In 2022, the […]

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Cebu Coliseum’s ₱100-M Makeover May Pave Way for PBA Return

After decades of hosting some of Cebu’s biggest sporting spectacles, the iconic Cebu Coliseum is on the verge of a grand comeback. Its ₱100-million renovation—bringing the arena up to modern, FIBA-approved standards—has caught the attention of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), which is now seriously considering holding games in the Queen City of the South once again. PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial expressed enthusiasm after learning of the improvements. The Coliseum […]

todayAugust 28, 2025 52

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From Library Nights to Licensure: How the Cebu City Public Library Shaped an Engineer’s Success

For many board exam takers, preparing for one of the toughest tests of their lives often means endless hours in coffee shops, with the added expense of lattes and meals. But for Wendel Raph Rosario Jr., now a licensed mechanical engineer, success required only two simple things: jeepney fare, a small pack of snacks, and a quiet seat inside the Cebu City Public Library (CCPL). At just 23 years old, […]

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Alex Eala Stuns Clara Tauson to Make Philippine Tennis History at US Open

August 25, 2025 – Flushing Meadows, New York — In a performance that will be remembered for years to come, 20-year-old Filipina Alexandra “Alex” Eala delivered a breathtaking comeback to defeat world No. 14 and 14th seed Clara Tauson of Denmark, 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (13-11), in her first-round match at the 2025 US Open. The victory marked a momentous milestone: she became the first Filipino in the Open Era to […]

todayAugust 25, 2025 60 1

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What to Do When You Witness or Are Involved in a Road Accident

What to Do When You Witness or Are Involved in a Road Accident 1. Call Emergency Services Immediately If you're involved in or witness an accident and you’re not trained in first aid, your first action should be to contact the appropriate emergency hotline. In Cebu City, dial 911. In Lapu-Lapu City, call 9999‑72‑1111; in Mandaue City, dial 383‑1658; in Talisay City, call 491‑4159. This guidance came from Nagiel Bañacia […]

todayAugust 25, 2025 44 1

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Rescued Desert Dogs Find New Home in Sibonga, Cebu

Rescued Desert Dogs Find New Home in Sibonga, Cebu In a heartwarming turn of events, 12 desert dogs from Kuwait have found a new lease on life in Sibonga, Cebu. The dogs, who had been residing in a makeshift shelter in an industrial zone in Kuwait, were flown to Cebu on August 15, 2025, aboard Qatar Airways. The shelter, established in front of a building where Maria Donnabelle Lee works, […]

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Cebu Revives Iconic Love Bus Now Free for Commuters

Cebu Revives Iconic ‘Love Bus’ Now Free for Commuters Cebu City, August 22, 2025 – The beloved "Love Bus" is back on Cebu's roads—this time offering free rides to thousands of commuters in a bold new pilot program spearheaded by the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Route Details and Operations The revived Love Bus operates on two main routes: Talisay City/Anjo World ⇄ Cebu City, serving approximately 2,462 commuters daily with […]

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James Arthur Wellington, Princess Kelly Adlaon Crowned Mr. and Ms. High School 2025 in Minglanilla

MINGLANILLA, CEBU — The spotlight shone bright at the Minglanilla Sports Complex on Wednesday, August 20, as the Coronation Night of Mr. and Ms. High School Minglanilla 2025 became one of the highlights of the town’s 168th fiesta celebration. Seventeen pairs representing different high schools in Minglanilla competed in a pageant that mirrored the glitz and grandeur of national competitions, drawing loud cheers and unwavering support from their classmates, teachers, […]

todayAugust 22, 2025 96 2

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DPWH Points to Floodwaters, Not Faulty Design, in Butuanon River Flood Control Collapse

Mandaue City, Cebu — A 15-meter section of the Butuanon River flood control project in Barangay Casuntingan collapsed amid last week's torrential rains, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). During a press briefing on August 20, 2025, DPWH Cebu 6th District officials attributed the failure to redirected floodwaters, not substandard construction materials. Assistant District Engineer Eda de Guzman revealed that floodwaters had been unintentionally diverted behind […]

todayAugust 21, 2025 192 1

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Jetstar Launches New Direct Flights Connecting the Philippines and Australia

Jetstar Launches New Direct Flights Connecting the Philippines and Australia In a significant expansion of its Asia-Pacific network, Australian low-cost carrier Jetstar Airways has announced the launch of two new direct flight routes connecting the Philippines to Australia. Starting November 27, 2025, Jetstar will commence thrice-weekly direct flights from Manila to Perth. This will be followed by the introduction of direct flights from Cebu to Brisbane on December 3, 2025, […]

todayAugust 21, 2025 68

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