From humble beginnings in northern Cebu to becoming one of the region’s respected business leaders, Mark Anthony Ynoc’s journey is a story of resilience, vision, and perseverance. Raised by hardworking parents, a fisherman from San Remigio and a farmer...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — A province-wide feeding program, mobile kitchens, and micronutrient distribution will form part of Cebu’s campaign against malnutrition following the Provincial Government’s announcement of a P140-million allocation for nutrition interventions. Baricuatro announced the initiatives during the Provincial...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has invested P438 billion in the country’s transmission network since taking over grid operations in 2009, reflecting an increase in power delivery and generation capacity. The development comes...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — A 16-year-old Grade 10 student died after being struck by lightning while on a picnic along the seashore in Purok Santan, Barangay Daanlungsod, Tuburan, Cebu, at around 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 2. Police said the...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — Instead of welcoming commercial flights, the Camotes Airport will first open its runway for aviation training as the Cebu Provincial Government works to resolve the remaining land acquisition issues tied to the project. Provincial Administrator Ace...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — Exactly a year ago today, Governor Pamela Baricuatro walked into the Cebu Provincial Capitol following a landslide victory that ended former governor Gwendolyn Garcia’s long reign. She entered office on a platform that promised to prioritize...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — With water becoming increasingly scarce in parts of Alegria, the municipal government has declared a state of calamity to fast-track emergency measures and funding, saying nearly half of its residents are already affected by the crisis....
For many Cebuanos, ngohiong is a favorite comfort food. For Adrian Lee, it became the foundation of a successful business that grew into one of Cebu’s most recognized homegrown food brands—Ngohiong Express. Although he came from a family with...
CEBU, PHILIPPINES — Cebu Province posted a 13.6-percent inflation rate in May 2026, the highest among provinces and highly urbanized cities in Central Visayas, prompting the provincial government to intensify efforts to cushion residents from the impact of rising...
For Brian Chua, business has never been just about selling cars. It has always been about people, purpose, and creating opportunities that improve lives. The president of Autocentral Group has built his success on hard work, integrity, and a...
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