The time just before Christmas – the most wonderful time of the year — could be horrible. Imagine wading into crowded malls after struggling with the traffic for gift shopping with nary an idea what to buy yet. Perhaps, this list of gift ideas from Flexi Finance could help. MOBILE PHONES It seems, Filipinos are […]
Zontians, Mandaue LGU unite against gender-based violence
The Zonta Club of Cebu II and the Mandaue City LGU say no to gender-based violence with a day-long symposium held at Bai Hotel in Mandaue City. The symposium was held to help the public understand more about the evolution of gender and to expound on how to shy away from any wrongful gender stereotyping, which is […]
Globe braces CIT University’s digital transformation with new partnership
Digital transformation is no longer just an option but it has become a necessity among companies, commercial establishments, and in recent years, educational institutions. Last December 6, Globe, the country’s leading provider in telecommunications services, fortifies the digital age to one of Cebu City’s awarded and oldest schools: Cebu Institute of Technology – University (CIT-U) […]
Zonta Club of Cebu II calls for unity against HIV/AIDS
In celebration of World AIDS Day, the Zonta Club of Cebu II called for “unity” against the epidemic that has infected nearly 60,000 Filipinos and killed almost 3,000. “The commemoration of the World AIDS Day is a celebration of unity. If we unite as one people, then we can combat this disease head on,” said […]
Globe Telecom provides P2M scholarship fund for 120 CENTEX pupils
Globe Telecom has turned over to Ayala Foundation Inc. (AFI) P2 million in scholarship grants for 120 economically-disadvantaged Grade 1 pupils from the Center of Excellence in Public Elementary Education (CENTEX) schools in Manila and Batangas. The funds represent savings derived from toned down Christmas gift giving and parties by Globe last year. The donation […]
Cebuano Merienda Buffet sa Kabilin Heritage Lounge
Kabilin Heritage Lounge, a well loved outlet at Golden Prince Hotel and Suites is turning on a new leaf. This outlet houses the authentic Cebuano Merienda Buffet that is most sought by both local and international travelers. A refuge of heritage, culture and food enthusiasts, Kabilin Heritage Lounge was relaunched last October 2, 2018 in time for Golden Prince Hotel and Suites’ 12th Year Anniversary […]
Cebu lawyers provide legal aid to OFWs in Hong Kong
Members of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Cebu City Chapter flew to Hong Kong to extend legal assistance to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Chinese city. Dubbed as “Idulog mo kay Atorni,” the free legal consultation was held on November 10-11 at the Consulate General of the Philippines, Hong Kong and drew […]
SHAKEY’S FAST AT 40: FUN RUN
FORTY YEARS AGO, great times and great memories landed at the Visayas-Mindanao region with the opening of the first Shakey’s restaurant on December 10, 1978 in Mango Avenue, Cebu City. Mr. Danny Tan and the rest of his Gryffinhouse Incorporated team gave southside a whole new meaning to their “dining experience” over a fun spread […]
SNOW WORLD CEBU: First-Ever Ice Theme Park in the Southside
Cebu’s first-ever world-class Ice Theme Park, SNOW WORLD CEBU officially opens to the public tomorrow, Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 12NN. For Php350 per head, both adults and kids can experience their own version of Winter Wonderland right in the heart of the tropical island! The ice theme park has an area of 2,000 square […]
IN FOCUS: ENDING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Human trafficking victimizes around 700,000 people worldwide each year. “In the Asia Pacific region, 43% are used for forced commercial sexual exploitation of whom 98% are women and girls,” revealed Atty. Katrina Legarda, a women’s rights advocate, in a symposium held last Oct. 20 in Mandaue City. Over 70 people attended including Zonta Club Cebu 2 […]