Metro Cebu News

17/10/2025

𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐑. A new era of growth is coming to Cebu’s business community.

On November 14, 2025, over 300 business leaders will gather at Sky Hall SM Seaside Cebu for the first-ever GrowCebu, GrowPH Roadshow, powered by BNI.

Learn. Connect. Go Global.

Be part of Cebu’s biggest business milestone.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/bni-launches-first-ever-growcebu-growph-roadshow-uniting-business-leaders/

17/10/2025

𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐑𝐄. From Manila to Cebu, Manam's Pancit Pancitan by The Moment Group is here to turn your table into a celebration.

Choose from pancit favorites like Crispy Pancit Palabok and Pancit Sisig, or go adventurous with Pancit Squid Negra and Spicy Chicken Kung Pao. Perfect for every group size with bilao options from Pan-Pamilya to Pan-Fiesta.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/manams-pancit-pancitan-now-serving-cebuanos/

13/10/2025

DEVELOPING. From Cebu to Davao to Zambales, the ground has been restless. Since September 30, a series of earthquakes has shaken Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, a stark reminder of our place in the Pacific Ring of Fire.

💡 Why does calmness matter in the first 15 seconds?
💡 What can households and communities do to stay resilient?
💡 How do we turn fear into readiness?

READ: https://metrocebu.news/when-the-earth-wont-rest-the-philippines-season-of-tremors/

06/10/2025

SPOTLIGHT ON. The Philippines sets the benchmark for Next Generation 911 (NG911) in ASEAN. From fragmented hotlines to a unified nationwide 911 system, the country is now leading the region in emergency response technology.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/philippines-leads-asean-in-next-generation-911/

06/10/2025

HEALTH NEWS. Cebuanos can now access FREE medical check-ups, consultations, diagnostic tests, and medicines through the newly inaugurated University of Cebu Medical Center - UCMed Kalusugan Center, officially opened last September 29, 2025.

As the first private Level 3 Apex Hospital in Cebu accredited under PhilHealth’s Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP), UCMed is also pioneering cancer screenings for breast, colon, liver, and lung cancers, making early detection and treatment more accessible than ever.

Services include:
- Consultations with medical professionals
- Basic laboratory tests (CBC, FBS, lipid profile, creatinine)
- Imaging services (X-ray)
- Free medicines under PhilHealth packages
- PhilHealth registration assistance for non-members

Location: Ground floor, UCMed complex, Mantawi Drive, Mandaue City

Learn how you and your family can benefit from this milestone in Cebu healthcare.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/free-check-ups-tests-and-cancer-screenings-now-available-at-ucmed-kalusugan-center/

02/10/2025

COMING SOON. The cult favorite and 80s classic that forever changed the science fiction genre is making a long-awaited return. On October 8, TRON: Ares is coming to cinemas, bringing back timely digital world tropes, stunning visuals, and an electrifying soundtrack.

Over a decade since its last installment, TRON: Ares is set to dive deeper into the intersection between the digital grid and the human world. At the center of the story is Ares (Jared Leto), a highly sophisticated AI program tasked with a dangerous mission on Earth. The movie will explore humankind’s first encounter with digital beings, raising questions that feel especially timely in today’s age of AI and blurring digital and physical realities.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-tron-ares-disneys-cyberpunk-epic/

02/10/2025

DEVELOPING. A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Cebu on Sept 30, devastating Bogo City, Medellin, Daanbantayan, and nearby towns. As of Oct 1, 63 lives have been lost, with hundreds injured and thousands displaced. Nearly 1,000 aftershocks have shaken the province, and families remain in urgent need.

How You Can Help
✅ Donate cash via Cebu Provincial Government, Red Cross, or accredited NGOs (GCash/PayMaya accepted)
✅ Drop off relief goods (water, food, tents, blankets, hygiene kits, medicines) at Cebu Capitol, City Hall, and parish centers
✅ Volunteer for relief packing, medical aid, or transport support
✅ Give blood at Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center & Red Cross centers
✅ Share only verified updates



READ: https://metrocebu.news/cebu-reels-from-6-9-magnitude-earthquake-province-declares-state-of-calamity/

30/09/2025

Cebu Earthquake Update: Stay Safe, Stay Informed

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake was felt across Cebu on the evening of September 30, 2025, with its epicenter near Bogo City. PHIVOLCS reports potential damage and possible aftershocks.

Let’s prioritize safety and check on our communities.

Earthquake Information No.1
Date and Time: 30 September 2025 - 09:59 PM
Magnitude = 6.7
Depth = 010 km
Location = 11.09°N, 124.13°E - 017 km N 73° E of City Of Bogo (Cebu)

Reported Intensities:

Reported Intensity:
Intensity III- San Fernando, CEBU
Intensity II- Laoang, NORTHERN SAMAR


Instrumental Intensities:
Intensity VI - Cebu City, CEBU; Villaba, LEYTE

https://earthquake.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/2025_Earthquake_Information/September/2025_0930_135945_B1.html

26/09/2025

ON THE RADAR. Cebu’s Gen Z and millennial riders are rewriting style with thrifted finds, indie art, and everyday adventures. Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. joins the movement with , teaming up with Ukay Ta Bai to spotlight the Mio Fazzio, a ride that fits right into Cebu’s creative lifestyle.

From vintage racks and hand-painted totes to film photo booths, the Mio Fazzio blended seamlessly into UTB’s scene. Visitors joined the Rush Card Challenge, exploring booths, discovering new aesthetics, and taking home exclusive Yamaha gifts.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/mio-fazzio-joins-cebus-coolest-flea-market/

Metro Cebu News was founded in 2013 and reports valuable insights on business, lifestyle, and technology as Cebu moves to becoming a key business hub in Asia.

26/09/2025

MODERN FATIGUE. It often begins quietly. You tell yourself you’ll just push through one more deadline, answer one more late-night email, skip one more weekend off. Slowly, the joy you once felt for your work is replaced by a dull, heavy fatigue. This is burnout, not a sudden collapse, but a steady drain on your energy, creativity, and purpose.

The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon marked by emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced professional efficacy. And it’s not just a personal health issue, it’s a business risk. A 2023 Gallup report found that 76% of employees experience burnout at least sometimes, with chronic burnout linked to a 63% higher likelihood of taking sick leave and a 23% drop in productivity

READ: https://metrocebu.news/a-lifestyle-blueprint-for-beating-burnout/

26/09/2025

SAVINGS SPOT. Digital banks are no longer just the “new kids” in Philippine finance, but they’re now serious contenders for where Filipinos keep and grow their money. With interest rates that can reach 7% or more, zero maintaining balance requirements, and app-based convenience, it’s tempting to sign up for the first one you see.

But here’s the thing: not all digital banks are created equal. The best choice depends on your goals, habits, and lifestyle. Here’s how to narrow it down.

READ: https://metrocebu.news/how-to-choose-the-right-digital-bank-for-you/