Beautiful Cebu

Cebu is not the same colonial province time has forgotten decades ago. It is not a periphery to the center but rather, a destination with its own unique charm. Discover for yourself. See new destinations in the Cebu mainland. Read on...

Friday, May 31, 2013

POLITICS | The city's political war rages on

Supporters of both Bando Osmena and Team Rama slug it out online and over the radio as the division in the city smoulders beyond the heat of the election season. No end is in sight as allegations of empty coffers fly in the face of the latest COA report admonishing the city for spending beyond its capability to keep its cash flowing. Several obligations of the city like the GSIS premiums of its employees are reportedly unpaid to date. (Read more)
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