SM Cinema is bringing the extended edition of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” back to cinemas for one weekend only in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s cinematic masterpiece. From January 23-25, movie fans can flock to SM Cinema branches to catch the extended version of the movie that will feature an additional 30 minutes of footage not seen in the original 2001 theatrical release, bringing the total runtime to 3 hours and 28 minutes (

Watsons Great Health Fest 2026 Joins the Sinulog Spirit Wellness takes center stage this Sinulog season as the Philippines’ trusted and leading health and wellness retailer brings the Watsons Great Health Fest 2026 to SM Seaside City Cebu from January 15 to 21, 2026. Transforming health into a joyful, shared celebration rooted in Filipino culture, the event offers visitors a chance to jumpstart their wellness journey with savings of up to 85% off on their trusted health and w

Globe Telecom, the number one mobile network operator in the Philippines, is the first to market Starlink’s Direct to Cell (DTC) satellite service in the country and Southeast Asia, and the second in Asia.  Starting this year, the historic breakthrough service will allow Filipinos with standard LTE mobile phones to access mobile services such as essential data that offers video, voice and messaging through apps, and text messaging, wherever there is a view of the sky. This hi

CEBU CITY — Toyota Team Cebu took center stage with a standout parade float featuring celebrated artists Coco Martin, Smugglaz, and Bassilyo, drawing cheers and excitement as they introduced Toyota’s newest game-changer, the Next Generation Tamaraw. Toyota Team Cebu, the largest Toyota leadership group in the country, led the celebration with top executives Kookie Layese, General Manager of Toyota Cebu City; Evan Mamararlo, General Manager of Toyota Lapu-Lapu, Cebu; Julius Bo

Toyota Mabolo is set to amplify the Sinulog 2026 festivities with a high-energy live event featuring award-winning actor Coco Martin, happening on January 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Main Mall Atrium of SM City Cebu. As part of its continued commitment to community engagement and brand presence during one of Cebu’s most celebrated festivals, Toyota Mabolo brings an entertainment-driven experience that blends automotive excellence with cultural celebration. The event is expect

Lite Shipping Corporation is honored to announce that it is one of the official hosts of the 461st Fiesta Señor Fluvial Procession, a major highlight of the Sinulog festivities celebrating the devotion to Señor Santo Niño. The company will be deploying two vessels for this historic event. Serving as the Official Galleon for this year's fluvial procession is Lite Ferry Ten, the company's brand-new, world-class vessel. To mark this prestigious occasion, Lite Ferry commissioned

GLoan now comes with free health and loan insurance underwritten by Oona Insurance Corporation. From left; Winsely Bangit, Group Head of New Businesses, Mynt; Abhisek Bhatia,Founder and CEO, Oona Insurance Corporation; Tony Isidro, President and CEO, Fuse Financing Inc.; and Ninoy Rollan, President, Oona Insurance Philippines. Fuse Financing Inc. (Fuse), the lending arm of GCash, is now giving free insurance coverage to GLoan borrowers with GLoan Protect . Available for a li

Seda Ayala Center Cebu brought together art, faith, and community with the opening of “Mugna sa Pagtuo ug Kalig-on,” an exhibit for a cause that highlights Cebuano faith, resilience, and creative expression. The exhibit opened with remarks from Mr. Ron Manalang, newly appointed Cluster General Manager of Seda Ayala Center Cebu, setting the tone for an event rooted in belief, strength, and shared purpose. The program featured performances by Sinulog Idol 2016 Champion Jared Ro

As holiday shopping surges nationwide, the country’s leading finance super app GCash encourages Filipinos to enjoy the season with peace of mind. Through its #GSafeTayo campaign, GCash is reminding users to take simple precautions to keep transactions safe and secure, so our celebrations remain merry, not messy. “Christmas shopping should be joyful and worry-free. GCash is closely working with our partners from DICT in reinforcing its Oplan Paskong Sigurado campaign,” said Mi

This Sinulog season, SM Seaside City Cebu invites everyone to celebrate bigger, brighter, and bolder with AweSM Cebu 2026, a month-long lineup of festivities designed to let mallgoers max out their Sinulog experiences. Starting January 8, the city’s iconic seaside destination transforms into a vibrant hub where tradition, creativity, and today’s kind of celebration come together. More than just a mall, SM Seaside becomes a full Sinulog experience—one where families, barkadas,

As global capital shifts and supply chains diversify across Asia, the Province of Cebu officially commences its flagship economic initiative: the Cebu International Investment Summit 2026 (CIIS 2026) . Opening tomorrow, January 12, and running through January 16 at the historic Cebu Provincial Capitol Social Hall, the summit aims to pivot Cebu’s global identity from a world-class tourism destination to a formidable base for the "real economy." The event will spotlight high-v

The Cebu Marathon returns this Sunday with 12,000 registered runners, including a strong contingent of international participants. Organized by the Cebu Executives Runners Club (CERC), the marathon is now on its 18th year and continues to grow as a celebration of sports, health, and community. Councilor Jose Abellanosa, who will be joining for the first time, expressed his excitement: “This will be my first marathon, and I’m thankful. Everyone, good luck.” Global Participatio

Tony Isidro, President and CEO of Fuse Financing Inc. represented GCash during the Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit in Malaysia, highlighting the importance of enabling credit access to MSMEs to support their growth. Leading finance super app GCash is bringing its financial technology expertise as the sole Philippine founding partner in the Mastercard Global Financial Health Coalition, an international network of industry innovators focused on advancing financial heal

Sinulog season kicks into high gear as AweSM Cebu 2026 takes over SM City Cebu, SM Seaside, and SM J Mall, delivering curated experiences that grow in energy, scale, and excitement as the festivities unfold. Designed for families, foodies, creatives, and fans, the three malls’ celebration transform everyday mall moments into a city-wide Sinulog gala. At SM City Cebu, the energy reaches full, maxed-out festival mode, where shopping, spectacle, and star power take center stage.

Just in time for peak travel season, the global travel-lifestyle concept store from Primer Group of Companies, Flight 001, officially opens at Mactan–Cebu International Airport (MCIA) this. Designed for today’s travelers, the pop-up booth offers a convenient destination for smart, stylish, and practical travel must-haves—right before takeoff. Developed with the realities of airport travel in mind, Flight 001 helps travelers feel ready and confident, whether they’re flying hom

GCash users urged to turn on push notification settings to make their app transactions safe and secure   GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem, is rolling out its newest security feature, In-App OTPs (One-Time Passwords). By the first quarter of 2026, users will receive their OTPs directly via secure push notifications within the GCash app instead of SMS.   For years, SMS-based OTPs have been targeted by scammers as a means of accessi

The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) took a bold step against flooding with the installation of a rainwater catchment facility outside the Cebu Chamber Centre, bringing the Flood Hero Cebu Movement from advocacy to action.   Launched on September 27 at the Cebu Coliseum, the movement calls for a city-wide, multi-sector approach to flood mitigation, waterway protection, and sustainable environmental practices-issues that directly affect businesses, livelihoods, and

The members of Cebu Online News Press Corps (CONPC) gathered together for an evening of gratitude, celebration, and fellowship during its Thanksgiving Dinner and Appreciation Night on December 22, 2025, at the Bayfront Hotel Cebu – Capitol Site. ‎ ‎The festive gathering featured musical performances, a lively song competition by its members, and fun parlor games that made the night merrier. Everyone was treated to sumptuous dishes courtesy of Mr. Charlton Cokaliong of the Bay

SM City Cebu invites Cebuano digital artists to take center stage this Sinulog season with The Luminescence: A Digi Art Contest , a celebration of creativity, culture, and faith through digital art.  Held in line with Sinulog festivities and this year’s AweSM Cebu celebrations, the contest encourages artists to interpret the theme “A Festival Lit by Faith” — highlighting hope, faith, and illumination through light-driven visuals that honor Sinulog’s cultural and religious roo

Beyond the millions raised, the true impact of GBayanihan lies in the families and local communities supported through the collective power of the GCash community At the Yule Benefit Concert: The Magic of Christmas: Public, private, and advocacy sectors celebrate the power of digital bayanihan nationwide through GBayanihan GCash, the Philippines’ leading mobile finance super app, continues to advance financial inclusion and community initiatives through its tech-for-good effo