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Own a piece of Lataban Hills

Own this magnificent view in the famous Lataban Hills of Liloan, Cebu.

Introducing Duros Land Prime’s signature development, a 74 hectare lot-only subdivision with commercial component and leisure amenities.

If the breathtaking view is not yet enough, then immerse in the extraordinary treat of picturesque natural beauty of the nearby Liloan Golf and Leisure Estate which homeowners can have a lifetime access privilege.

But wait until you go inside the estate. An expansive 15-meter wide entrance road, pine-tree lined avenues and scenic hiking and jogging trails snaking up and down the valleys and hills. Bikers have their own lane too.

For the health conscious, there is a community vegetable garden where you can grow and share fresh produce with neighbors everyday.

Children will have plenty of room to run and roam in the pocket forests, park lagoon, and playgrounds.

Weekends won’t be boring either as families can linger and camp-out in the orchard forest and relish in the abundance of fruits. Idle evenings are transformed into star gazing extravagance here.

We reserved the best for last however.

At the highest point of the property, the clubhouse and infinity pool will be located together with basketball and tennis courts.

There will also be a viewing deck where one can glimpse the famous Lataban sunrise and sunset views.

Indeed, an extraordinary development from Duros Land Properties.

Call it home. Contact your broker now.

NOTE: For announcement purposes only

Photo credit to bryanq2017

SuGod: Hope shines brightly at Cebu City Jail

Contributed by: Rosemarie Holganza BorromeoIt was a bit of a cloudy day last July 11 and the skies were downcast in Cebu.But inside the Cebu City Jail, up on the hills of Barangay Kalunasan, people in the tightly-guarded prison were feeling bright and sunny.It was a Thursday, visitors’ day; and there was a long line at the gate.Personnel from the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) searched picnic baskets, cellophanes, tupperwares, paper bags, cartons and other belongings before allowing visitors into the premises.Hundreds of inmates watched the proceedings from atop a building that housed their cells.With some perched on a long ledge while others climbed walls, they were all eager to see if any of their loved ones were among those queueing at the gate.Meanwhile, a young boy turned to his brother, as they made it past the rigid checkpoint.“Makakaon na gyud ta ug manok! Makakaon na gyud ta ug manok!,” he said catching a glimpse of the small bag of chicken brought in by their mother.The boys were about to visit their dad to share a semblance of a family meal within the noisy walls of prison.SURRENDER TO GODIn another part of the compound, 75 male inmates, wearing a fresh, clean yellow prison shirt, sat waiting for a ceremony to begin.Most of them had no visitors, but they were all smiling at each other for making it through an anti-drug program.It was their graduation day after a
four-day seminar conducted by the Surrender to God (SuGod) Foundation of Cebu Archdiocesan Commission on the Laity (COL) Chairperson Fe Mantuhac-Barino.They were the 7th batch to graduate since the SuGod Recovery and Renewal program began at the city jail last year.SuGod relies on spiritual formation and a strong support system to wean drug users away from the vicious cycle of illegal drugs.“Kung wala kay kahadlok sa Dyos, kung saan-saan magpunta. Pero kung may spiritual guide ka, mag isip-isip ka. Tama ba tong ginagawa ko?” said Assistant Jail Warden Chief Inspector Asyncrito Encio in a speech before graduates.“Pasalamat kami nga maraming nag-iba ang isip, nag iba ang takbo ng buhay. Di na pasaway. God fearing na,” he added.To date, SuGod has helped reform an estimated 400 Cebu City Jail inmates.After graduation from the four-day course, a series of talks will be held for eight consecutive Fridays.“Bulahan kaayo mo kay sa tanan nga jail kamo ra gyud ang naay SuGod program,” said Barino as she took her place before the graduates to hand out their diplomas.“AMEN!” the participants responded in unison, clapping and cheering, while grateful for the opportunity.Barino recounted how difficult it was for her to watch news of drug users and pushers being killed at the start of government’s all out war on illegal drugs.She then took to the drawing board, she said, to devise a program to address not only the effects of illegal drugs but its root cause — temptation.“Ganahan mi nga duna na mo’y pagtulun-an nga makalikay na mo sa bisyo. Importante nga duna mo’y gahum gikan sa Ginoo nga dili na magpatintal,” explained Barino.On a bulletin board at a corner of the room, were displays of crayon sketches done by the inmates as part of an earlier workshop asking them to draw a picture of their lives.The stick drawings showed them reunited with their families in a loving home.“Inig gawas ninyo tanan masinati ninyo ang langit dinhi sa yuta — ang pagpasaylo ug ang pagdawat. Naa mo’y paglaum basta di na mo mubalik, “ said Barino.“AMEN!” the graduates responded, again smiling at each other.One by one, their names were called as a marching song blared across the hall from a loudspeaker.Upon hearing their names called, many inmates jumped off their seat and skipped all the way to the front to claim their certificates as fellow graduates cheered them on.With spring in their step, it was a moment of pride and fresh hope for SuGod graduates; while jail officers, led by Encio, shook their hands and warmly hugged them at times.It was a moment where all things stood equal; where there was no jailer and no prisoner — just all children of God.It was a moment of love at the Cebu City Jail — one that could lead many inmates to be reunited outside with their families to finally share a quiet meal with their children with no need for checkpoints.###

New Lapu-Lapu City Mayor to relocate illegal settlers along Mactan Channel

Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Ahong Chan

The relocation of illegal settlers along Mactan Channel is among the priorities of Mayor-Elect Ahong Chan when he officially takes office on June 30.

This is according to a highly placed source close to the newly elected mayor.

Lapu-Lapu’s population growth has been astronomical in recent years because of the number of manufacturing companies providing thousands of employment opportunities in the city.

With unprecedented growth comes the perrenial problem of housing and Lapu-Lapu isn’t spared from this phonomenon.

What started as a few makeshift structures along the seafront area in the vicinity of the twin bridges, it has now mushroomed into a serious incursion involving more than a thousand families.

These areas are located in Barangays Poblacion, Pajo, Pusok, Ibo and Mactan.

Mayor Chan vowed to provide decent housing in a suitable relocation site for the displaced families.

Mactan coastline

Rooting out ‘voters‘ from the comforts of their established abode is never easy. Especially when the next election is just thirty six months away.

It needs political will and a lot of courage. InfoCebu hopes the new mayor will accomplish this challenging feat for the benefit of the Oponganons.

CTTO for the images

Visa-free Taiwan until 2020

Apparently Pinoys are helping the tourism program of the Taiwan government to merit a one year extension. This according to a high ranking Taiwanese official.

Philippines passport holders together with citizens of Brunei, Thailand and Russia are bound to enjoy the privilege of a 14-day visa-free stay until July 2020.

Taiwan is an attractive destination for Cebuano tourists because of available direct flights from Cebu to Tao Yuan (International gateway of Taiwan)

Famous for Taipei 101, Yangmingshan Park, Cable Car Ride, Temples and affordable shopping, Taiwan is something Cebuano adventurers should not miss. All you need is a ticket now.

Read more: https://www.asiatimes.com/2019/06/article/taiwan-to-extend-visa-free-entry-for-filipinos/

Taiwan and Philippines

Gen. Chang Kai Shek is the President of Modern day China from 1928 until 1949 when he was forced to flee abroad because of the Communist Revolution.

He took refuge in an island called Formosa, the present day Taiwan where he continued to govern until his death in 1975.

Shortly after arriving in Taipei, one of the first countries he visited was the Philippines. He met with then Philippine President Elpidio Quirino to campaign his cause against communism.

President Quirino and General Chang Kai Shek

In 1955, The Filipino Chinese community, donated a Cadillac for the personal car of General Shek. That bulletproof car is now on display at his memorial in modern day Taipei.

It is worthy to note that during those trying times in the history of Taiwan and China, the Philippines was considered mighty and rich in Asia.

What a twist of fate it is, looking at the disparity of the economies now between these neighboring countries.

InfoCebu on tour 6/13/19

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