Best of Cebu and Bohol


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Surrender on Cebu


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A series of accounts from May 1941 to October 1945 describing Bill Miner's service on the island of Cebu and his subsequent capture and imprisonment by Japanese forces.




OECD Green Growth Studies Green Growth in Cebu, Philippines


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Urban green growth policies encourage economic development while reducing negative environmental externalities and the consumption of natural resources and environmental assets. This report is the fourth case study in the OECD Urban Green Growth in Dynamic Asia project. It explores policies and ...




Cebu Journalism & Journalists 2017


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This is the 12th edition of the Cebu Journalism and Journalists (CJJ) magazine. CJJ, an annual publication, contains articles and features useful to media practitioners, mass communication students, sectors that deal with the press, and media consumers.




Top 50 Best Things to do in Cebu City, Philippines


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Welcome to our comprehensive list of 50 must-visit attractions and activities in Cebu City, Philippines. From historical landmarks and cultural treasures to breathtaking natural wonders and thrilling adventures, this collection encompasses the very best experiences that this vibrant city has to offer. Immerse yourself in Cebu's rich history by visiting iconic sites such as Magellan's Cross, a symbol of the city's significant role in the Philippines' colonial past. Fort San Pedro, the oldest fort in the country, provides a fascinating glimpse into Cebu's defensive heritage. Discover the spiritual side of the city at the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, a majestic church housing the revered Santo Niño statue. Nature enthusiasts will be in awe of Cebu City's stunning natural beauty. Embark on island hopping excursions to Mactan Island, where white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters await. Dive with majestic whale sharks in Oslob, or marvel at the enchanting cascades of Kawasan Falls and Tumalog Falls. Don't miss the chance to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Osmena Peak, the highest point in Cebu. For a taste of Cebu's vibrant culture, wander through the lively markets, such as Taboan Public Market, known for its dried fish and other local delicacies. Visit the historical houses-turned-museums like the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House and Casa Gorordo Museum to gain insights into Cebu's rich heritage. Additionally, indulge in a gastronomic adventure by sampling Cebu's renowned lechon (roasted pig) and other mouthwatering delicacies. Whether you're seeking adventure, cultural immersion, or relaxation, Cebu City offers a diverse range of experiences to suit all interests. The city's warm and welcoming locals, combined with its unparalleled natural beauty and fascinating history, make it an ideal destination for any traveler. Come and explore Cebu City's wonders, and create memories that will last a lifetime.




An Immigrant Goes Back Home to Cebu


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An Immigrant Goes Back Home to Cebu is the author's memoir about living within and between the Philippine and Canadian worlds. While this is one professional immigrant's narrative about persistence and fulfillment in Canada, her host country, it is also every immigrant's story about resourcefully dealing with everyday interchanges and challenges in the new country while tapping the old not only for fond, moving remembrances but also for learned coping mechanisms to resolve commonplace and sometimes convoluted issues, such as racism. It is also about our pasts and continuing quests to discover who we are and what contributes to forming the persons that we continue to become. It attempts to answer two existential questions immigrants in the latter part of their journey often grapple with: Is it worth it to continue staying in the now-familiar host country where one has worked hard at having a happy and fulfilled life? Or, is it beneficial and practicable to respond to that call of one's first home which is still compelling despite the new challenges of a changed system and a new set of characters? From the author's journeys with both stayers in the host country and returnees to the native home, she shares with us inspiring stories about creating and extending a meaningful life guided by a sense of others, kindness, and a duty to speak out and act on one's principles. These unsung heroes didn't just stand where they were planted --- they were useful.







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Cebu


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This remarkable first novel follows the struggle of Ben Lucero, a young Filipino American priest who must come to terms with his bifurcated notion of home as well as his own religious commitment. Ben's first visit to the city of Cebu in the Philippines, for his mother's burial, becomes the occasion of his corruption when he is confronted with the manipulative wiles of two enigmatic women, his powerful Aunt Clara and her glamorous young business associate, Ellen. Ben is inherently corruptible, but his moment of truth is advanced by what he sees as a perversion of Catholicism, namely the crucifixion as a means of bargaining with God. Despair, guilt, and their religious corollary, the need for redemption, follow Ben back to Seattle, where he attempts to unravel his existential dilemma. Bacho's vision is darkly comic, and he refuses to sentimentalize his demanding material. He conveys his vision well, balancing aphoristic meditations with the oblique revelations of funny, vivid, believable dialogue. His complex and timely message is underscored with skillful irony; even the denouement has an ambiguous twist, raising as many questions as answers. The fiction of Carlos Bulosan and Bienvenido N. Santos has long been valued for its depiction of the lives of Filipino immigrants; this book tells the story of those immigrants' American-born sons and daughters. Bacho's dramatization of the conflict between Filipino and Filipino American cultures conveys the concerns of the post-World War II generation with boldness and skill.