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CEBU City Mayor Michael Rama announced the recovery, restoration, enhancement, development, and protection of city’s waterfront, which stretches from Barangay Mabolo in the north to Barangay Inayawan in the south.Rama issued an executive order Friday, August 19, 2022, that instructs the Cebu City Waterfront Development Commission to perform necessary functions to improve the city’s waterfront.Among others, the mayor announced the clearing of all structures that impede the outflow of water and th
The Nobel laureate joins 9 other individuals from around the world on the panel, which will help advise the UN’s Internet Governance Forum.
RESORT living trailblazer, Tytans Properties and Development Inc., is set to turn over condominium units by first quarter 2023, despite the distractions caused by the super typhoon Odette in December 2021.Keeping its commitment intact, the project’s team recently topped off the fifth tower of the sprawling resort village led by Gerard Tan, Chief Executive Officer of Tytans Development.The typhoon Odette, damaged some of the exteriors of both existing and under-construction buildings, causing the
THE fifth most wanted person in Cebu province was arrested early morning Friday, August 19, 2022, for a child abuse case filed against him following a complaint raised by his 10-year-old son.The arrest was made around 6 a.m. Friday by personnel of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Cebu Field Unit who were armed with a warrant for the suspect’s arrest.SunStar is withholding the name of the suspect to protect his son, who told police that he was mauled by his father.Police said
A post in Ethiopia shared more than a thousand times claims that a university whizzkid who secured a US scholarship to complete his doctorate has “invented” a new maths formula available as a mobile app. But although the student, Raji Ashenafi Mamade, exists, the claim was shared by a hoax account impersonating the bright scholar. Ashenafi has denied creating a theorem or app and said he has reported the imposter page to Facebook. The fake post contains a link that leads to a popular maths app o
READY, Set, G! Great news for kids and teens who can’t wait to have their very own GCash account!To give young Filipinos a safe and secure cashless payment channel and a fun digital experience, GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, introduces GCash Jr., the newest e-wallet in the GCash app for minors aged 7 to 17! With the GCash Jr., young users can access a host of digital financial services along with exciting offers such as exclusive fandom deals, gaming vouchers and discounts, premium
GLOBE, the country’s leader in mobile, asserts that DITO continues to violate its interconnect agreement due to the latter's refusal to pay the P622 million it owes Globe over fraudulent calls through its network. More notably, DITO did not deny the debt it owes Globe in its press statement issued on August 9.DITO’s debt increases about P2.5 million every day, with an average of 1,000 fraudulent calls detected daily. DITO has persistently ignored calls for payment even though compensation is cle
DESIGNER Hanae Mori, known for her elegant signature butterfly motifs, numerous cinema fashions and the wedding gown of Japan’s empress, has died, her office said Aug. 18. She was 96.Mori symbolized the rise of Japan as a modern, fashionable nation and the rise of the working woman. She died at her Tokyo home Aug. 11, a few days after developing a mild fever, according to the Hanae Mori Office. She had been examined by a doctor at her home, but no specific cause of death was given.Empress Masako
THE Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is warning the public not to be deceived by a job hiring post on social media using the department's official logo.The post is reportedly looking for interns for the DOLE's Government Internship Program (GIP) and asking applicants to submit their personal information and other credentials.“This is not the way how we do hiring of GIPs. We do not share and amplify for the world to see the personal information of the applicants in adherence to Republic
Oliver Janich has been spewing conspiracy theories and encouraging violence against some members of the German government. What makes far-right extremism appealing to some? Find out here.
Due to shortages in the Philippines, sugar smuggling has become serious business
DHL EXPRESS, the world’s leading international express service provider, launched a new promotion under its DHL Rewards Program to give loyal customers in the Philippines a chance to redeem shipping credits and exclusive discounts on their next DHL Express shipment.“More shipments mean more chances to earn miles, which can be converted to shipping credits.This is a great time for customers to earn rewards and take advantage of DHL Express’ fast and reliable logistics services supported by our ex
THE Globe Group is privileged to be part of the Digital Infrastructure sector of the recently convened Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), a body created on orders of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to boost public-private collaboration towards inclusive national development.The Digital Infrastructure sector has set its eyes on ensuring greater internet access in the country and supporting the government’s digitalization goals, as the President had laid down as key targets in his f
A video has been viewed millions of times in Facebook, TikTok and YouTube posts that falsely claim it shows a "human-dog hybrid". Comments on the posts indicated some social media users believed the claim. But the clip actually shows a sculpture by two Iranian artists spliced with unrelated footage about animal testing.The video was shared on Facebook on August 4.It begins with footage of beagles being transported and caged, before cutting to a clip of what appears to be a cell under a microscop
Footage of floodwater crashing over a bridge has been viewed thousands of times in Facebook posts that claim it shows a river overflowing in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir after India reportedly dumped floodwater there in July 2022. However, the clip was actually filmed in Iran in January 2020, when flash floods caused massive damage in southeastern Sistan-Baluchistan province."Indian Release Flood In River Chenab _ Flood From Kashmir," reads a Facebook post from August 1 written in English and Urd
It may take longer for the Philippines to reach the status of an upper-middle-income country, according to its socioeconomic planning chief. Here's why.
RIDING opens a new world of possibilities to many of its enthusiasts. Beyond bringing one to different places, two-wheel rides help enrich a person's life, be it by empowering them to discover new experiences or by letting them meet new people and be part of inclusive riding culture. No matter how big or small the impact of riding is in one's life, Recreational Outdoor eXchange (ROX), the biggest outdoor superstore in Southeast Asia, understands that #RideIsLife and commits to being a trusted co
TALISAY City Mayor Gerald Anthony “Samsam” Gullas Jr. has ordered police to immediately arrest those behind the burglary of a three-story house in Barangay Lawaan 1 at dawn Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022.In a statement posted on his official Facebook page, Gullas said he had ordered Lt. Col. Randy Caballes of the Talisay City Police Station (TCPS) to arrest those involved in the crime as a way to deter future “Akyat Bahay” robbers from striking in his city.Gullas said he was informed by Caballes that t
ASIA’S Phoenix, Morissette, has taken to social media to promote the release of her new Bisaya single “Undangon Ta Ni,” which came out on all streaming platforms on August 1. In a slew of teaser photos and videos on her social media accounts, the singer-songwriter unveiled her new music release bit by bit, starting with a mystery silhouette image of herself drenched in full glam and a 20-second video of her “vibin’ to something new,” as the caption read, while playing with her dog. In a lengthie
From events and activities to rediscovering old favorites, there are lots to do in Manila this week.
