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Visayas Art Fair 2021: Connecting the islands through art

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Visayas Art Fair 2021: Connecting the islands through art

Mark your calendar, art buddies! This month of November, a 4-day art fair will take place at Montebello Villa Hotel in Cebu City on November 25-28, 2021.

A myriad of galleries, art collectives and artists from Regions 6, 7 and 8 in the Visayas, and National Capital region will be featured in this event. 

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On top of pop-up stores and curated art installations, outdoor live performances such as acting and musical numbers will be presented. Art talks, competitions and demonstrations will be expected, with special participation from UP Cebu’s professors and Jose Joya Arts awardees.

A digital catalog will be posted on the Visayas Art Fair website concurrently with the physical exhibit. In there anyone can read about the art fair, know the people behind the event, and discover the story behind every artwork as well.

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The spearhead of this project is Cebu Design Week (CDW) Inc., in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas, the Sacred Heart School for Boys Batch 1985 Foundation and the Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation. Cebu Design Week is a platform that intends to unite creative industries in Cebu and in Visayas as a whole.

It is open to public but social distancing and safety protocols must still be adhered. Guests who are not yet vaccinated will be required to have an antigen test on site. The testing kit costs ₱380.00 and it will be shouldered by the guest, however, swab test is not a requirement for those who are fully vaccinated.

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Other Information

  • Day pass, Regular: PHP 100.00/pax
  • Day pass, Student: PHP 50.00/pax
  • 3-day pass is PHP 250.00 if you register online.
  • Get your tickets here https://ticket2me.net/e/34280/

5 Cinemas reopening in Cebu City this December

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5 Cinemas reopening in Cebu City this December

Closed for almost two years, five cinemas in Cebu City have been given the green light to reopen their doors to movie patrons.

The five include SM Seaside City’s Director’s Club which is for private group viewing only, two cinemas in Ayala Center-Cebu, and two cinemas at Central Bloc at the IT Park in Barangay Apas.

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According to Cebu City Emergency Operations Center deputy chief implementer and City Councilor Joel Garganera, it is now up to the owners or management of these cinemas when they intend to reopen to the public.

He assured, though, that before arriving at this decision, there were prior inspections made.

As to when (opening), depende na lang na kay centralized man sila sa head office. So wala pa makadesider kanus-a i-open,” said Garganera.

Garganera said that for cinemas to be allowed to reopen, among the considerations are capacity and airflow.

He added that for a good airflow, doors have to be kept open and that there should be exhaust fans.

To monitor the CO2 level, the EOC has recommended the use of the non-dispersive infrared process (NDIR) tool.

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Only for fully-vaxxed

Under the new classification scheme of the Inter-Agency Task Force, Cebu City is under alert level 2, which means cinemas and movie houses are already allowed to operate.

Based on the IATF guidelines, such establishments are allowed at a maximum of 50% indoor venue capacity for fully vaccinated individuals and those below 18 years of age. This is further subject to the condition that all workers/employees of these establishments are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and the minimum public health standards shall be strictly maintained.

Then again, the reopening of these establishments is still subject to the discretion of the local government unit.

In Cebu City, the EOC has recommended that only fully-vaccinated individuals will be allowed to watch movies in cinemas.

Although more establishments and activities have already been allowed to reopen, Garganera also reminded everyone that “COVID-19 is still around.”

He also encouraged the unvaccinated ones to get the vaccine now “before it’s too late.”

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COVID-19 numbers

Since the start of the pandemic, Cebu City has logged a total of 41,454 cases of COVID-19: 39,849 of them recovered, 1,523 died, and 82 others are still active cases.

The 82 active cases are spread in 24 barangays.

EOC data on November 21 also showed 56 barangays without transmission in the last 14 days.

That same day, only two new cases were added, having turned out positive among the 448 tested. This translates to a very low positivity rate of only 0.45%. 

Cebu logs 22 new cases on November 24

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Cebu logs 22 new cases on November 24

On Wednesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of November 24, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 22 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 18 new recoveries, and 0 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,106, while the active cases slightly increased to 495 (from 491).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 41,206 (+8 new)
– Total recoveries: 39,587 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 1,517 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 102

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,661 (+0 new)
– Total recoveries: 13,148 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 469 (+0 new)
– Active cases:44

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 12,121 (+4 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,645 (+3 new)
– Total deaths: 441 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 35

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 37,118 (+10 new)
– Total recoveries: 34,300 (+15 new)
– Total deaths: 2,504 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 314

SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 495 (from 491)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,106 (+22 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,680 (+18 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,931 (+0 new*)

A total of 1,883 laboratory results were released today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

  • *As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
  • Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 FULL REPORT (CENTRAL VISAYAS):

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Cebu logs 16 new cases on November 23

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Cebu logs 16 new cases on November 23

On Tuesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of November 23, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 16 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 21 new recoveries, and 0 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,085, while the active cases slightly dropped to 491 (from 496).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 41,197 (+4 new)
– Total recoveries: 39,587 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 1,517 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 93

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,662 (+2 new)
– Total recoveries: 13,149 (+7 new)
– Total deaths: 469 (+0 new)
– Active cases:44

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 12,117 (+3 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,642 (+7 new)
– Total deaths: 441 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 34

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 37,109 (+7 new)
– Total recoveries: 34,285 (+7 new)
– Total deaths: 2,504 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 320

SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 491 (from 496)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,085 (+16 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,663 (+21 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,931 (+0 new*)

A total of 2,368 laboratory results were released today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

  • *As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
  • Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 FULL REPORT (CENTRAL VISAYAS):

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New Alzheimer’s vaccine may reverse memory loss

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New Alzheimer’s vaccine may reverse memory loss

A vaccine against the tragedy that is Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) may reverse memory loss.

This is what researchers from the US and Germany suggests as it was able to do so in their mice trials of said vaccine.

Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia. It affects the part of the brain responsible for thoughts, memories and language and it is progressive which makes it the worst to the person and to their family.

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How the vaccine works

Protollin is the substance used in the vaccine to stimulate the immune system. The vaccine activates your immune system where they fight to clear the beta amyloid plaques in the brain that accumulates in people with dementia.

The vaccine is expected to be a nontoxic treatment that would prevent Alzheimer’s in people at risk and slow Alzheimer’s disease on others.

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Nasal vaccine clinical trial

After nearly 20 years of research led by Dr. Howard L. Weiner, they are now eager to move to the human clinical trials after their success on the animal trials.

This Phase I clinical trial aims to determine the safety and tolerability/dosage of the nasal vaccine to each patient. The next phase of the trials go well will be focused on its effectiveness.

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(Dr. Howard L. Weiner, co-director of the Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Diseases BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL)

Phase I clinical trial

  • Location: Brigham and Women’s Hospital
  • Participants: 16 participants between the ages of 60 and 85
  • with early symptomatic Alzheimer’s but generally healthy

This has been a very long and exhausting battle for everyone affected by Alzheimer’s Disease. Hopefully this vaccine will work to ease the sadness and pain in this world.

Ayala Cebu cinemas to reopen this November 30

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Ayala Cebu cinemas to reopen this November 30

Nothing beats watching movies on the big screen. The atmosphere, the surround sound, and just the overall feels just hit differently.

Cebu, like many other places in the country, has already been placed under the ‘more relaxed’ Alert Level 2 that allows re-opening of the cinemas for the first time since the lockdown and quarantines have begun. With this, according to Ayala Center Cebu Management, the official reopening date for its cinemas will be on November 30, 2021.

This announcement is just in time to give us hope on watching the most anticipated Marvel movies, the Eternals as well as to give us plenty of time to get our vaccine shots.

As of this time, all we know is that only vaccinated individuals are allowed to enter the malls and enjoy the cinemas for now.

ALERT LEVEL 2

Alert level 2 in definition by the “Guidelines on the Implementation of Alert Levels System for Covid-19 Response in Pilot Areas”, refers to areas wherein case transmission is low and decreasing, healthcare utilization is low or case counts are low but increasing, or case counts are low and decreasing but total bed utilization rate and intensive care unit utilization rate is increasing.

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SOME ESTABLISHMENTS/ ACTIVITIES ALLOWED FOR AREAS UNDER ALERT LEVEL 2

  • Venues for meeting, incentives, conferences and exhibitions
  • Social events such as parties, wedding receptions, debut, birthday and reunions
  • Tourist attractions such as museums, galleries, exhibits, parks, public gardens and scenic viewpoints or overlooks
  • Amusement parks/theme parks
  • Recreational venues such as internet cafes, arcades, bowling alleys, skating rinks and swimming pools
  • Cinema and movie houses
  • Limited face-to-face classes for basic and higher education
  • Licensure or entrance/qualifying exams
  • Dine-in services such as kiosks, restaurants and eateries
  • Personal care establishments like barbershops, hair salons, spas, reflexology among others
  • Fitness studios, gyms and individual non-contact exercise and sports
  • Film, music and television production
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These alert levels system though are new community quarantine classifications that aims to manage and minimize the risk of the disease through system indicators, triggers and thresholds determined by the IATF.

We are starting to loosen the restrictions in our country so this is hoping that everyone will do their part by being vaccinated as well.

Note: In IATF’s Alert Level system, Alert Level 2 permits maximum of 50% indoor venue capacity for fully vaccinated individuals only. Those below 18 years of age, even if unvaccinated, may enjoy 70% outdoor venue capacity.

Cebu logs 5 new cases on November 22

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Cebu logs 5 new cases on November 22

On Monday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of November 22, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 5 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 40 new recoveries, and 5 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,068, while the active cases slightly dropped to 496 (from 532).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 41,194 (+4 new)
– Total recoveries: 39,588 (+16 new)
– Total deaths: 1,517 (+4 new)
– Active cases: 89

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,660 (+0 new)
– Total recoveries: 13,142 (+3 new)
– Total deaths: 469 (+0 new)
– Active cases:49

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 12,114 (+0 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,635 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 441 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 38

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 37,100 (+1 new)
– Total recoveries: 34,276 (+21 new)
– Total deaths: 2,504 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 320

SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 496 (from 532)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,068 (+5 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,641 (+40 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,931 (+5 new*)

A total of 772 laboratory results were released today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

  • *As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
  • Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 FULL REPORT (CENTRAL VISAYAS):

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Why is Air Pollution getting worse in New Delhi, India?

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Why is Air Pollution getting worse in New Delhi, India?

We all know that air pollution is getting worse all over the world but in India it seems to be an annual thing where it gets worse in the winter months.

The extreme level of air pollution in Delhi, India that can be clearly seen through its thick smog has been present since the festival of Diwali last November 4.

The Atmospheric levels of PM2.5 which are fine particles that can be inhaled and clog people’s lungs are currently so high its way above World Health Organization’s (WHO) safety guidelines.

They recorded a consistent above 300 micrograms per cubic metre and other parts of the city are close to or higher than 400 micrograms and it is now considered a “severe” case.

WHO air quality index (AQI):

  • 0-50 Good
  • 51-100 Satisfactory

Imagine a human hair is already at 50-70 μm diameter, how much smaller are these particles with just 2.5 μm diameter or less floating in the air.

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Various factors viewed as cause to the Air Pollution

  • Seasonal Burning of farm stubble which are residue from rice and other crops to make way for growing wheat even though the practice was already banned.
  • Factory emissions throughout different neighboring states
  • Traffic fumes caused by vehicle traffic that increases during Diwali as people are going out and buying gifts or visiting family and friends
  • General weather during winter with low wind speed, pollutants are trapped in the lower atmosphere.
  • Fireworks during the Diwali festival. Though not all fireworks produce a lot of PM2.5 particles, it still has hazardous and toxic substances.

Schools and colleges have been closed indefinitely and their government employees are ordered to work from home until 21 November due to the worsening smog.

Where to Watch Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Special in the Philippines

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Where to Watch Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Special in the Philippines

It’s time to get back to the wizarding world my fellow Potterheads.

Can you believe that our all-time favorite magical series came out 20 years ago? The first Harry Potter movie came out in 2001 and our lives were never the same again.

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To mark the occasion, Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts Special will reunite our Harry, Hermione and Ron on January 1, 2022.

Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint will take a trip down memory lane from the making of the film that started it all, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone to the whole franchise experience. They will be joined by the filmmaker itself Chris Columbus and some other cast members.

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Watch in HBO GO

Calm your hearts, for Filipino Potterheads will not be robbed as we can also catch the show via streaming platform HBO GO.

We will get to use the time-turner once again as this special will feature in-depth interviews, cast conversations, and for sure never-before-heard behind the scene stories which will feed our hearts full.

Other casts expected to make an appearance:

  • Tom Marvolo Riddle (Lord Voldemort)- Ralph Fiennes
  • Draco Malfoy- Tom Felton
  • Bellatrix Lestrange- Helena Bonham Carter
  • Rubeus Hagrid – Robbie Coltrane
  • Lucius Malfoy – Jason Isaacs
  • Sirius black- Gary Oldman
  • Dolores Umbridge – Imelda Staunton  

The Weasleys

  • Fred Weasley- James Phelps
  • George Weasley- Oliver Phelps
  • Arthur Weasley – Mark Williams
  • Ginny Weasley- Bonnie Wright
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Dumbledore’s Army Squad

  • Dean Thomas -Alfred Enoch
  • Neville Longbottom- Matthew Lewis
  • Luna Lovegood- Evanna Lynch
  • Quirinus Quirrel – Ian Hart
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“This retrospective is a tribute to everyone whose lives were touched by this cultural phenomenon—from the talented cast and crew who poured their heart and soul into this extraordinary film franchise to the passionate fans who continue to keep the Wizarding World spirit alive 20 years later,” -Tom Ascheim, president of Warner Bros. Global Kids, Young Adults and Classics in Variety

Hogwarts Tournament of Houses

Yes. It was not a ruse. There really is a four-part competition event, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses that is a bracket-style quiz hosted by the one and only Helen Mirren just for us fans. The tournament will stream weekly every Monday starting November 29.

I think its time for our seasonal binge-watch of all eight Harry Potter movies in preparation for the special.

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HOMA Resort and Spa: Classy vacation home in charming Camotes

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HOMA Resort and Spa: Classy vacation home in charming Camotes

Introducing your tropical home away from home: HOMA Resort and Spa!

Located on a hill overlooking Santiago Bay in paradisical Camotes Island, HOMA provides a luxurious stay amidst the lush forest of the island fronting the vivid blue sea.

A haven in a tropical paradise

HOMA welcomes tourists and guests to its spacious 5,000 square meters of resort grounds. Within the property, a Filipino-inspired theme combined with sleek modern designs splashes across their architecture, creating a high-class tropical atmosphere.

Thanks to its proximity to both the beach and the forest, the resort is always surrounded by the calming sounds and refreshing smells of nature. What could beat the sun, fresh air, and the song of waves all day?

Among the amenities of the property are a private restaurant and bar, a garden, outdoor swimming pools, a jacuzzi overlooking the sea, and its private beach area. They also feature classy accommodation in five separate buildings.

All these make HOMA Resort and Spa nothing short of paradise.

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At home and at peace

As a standalone resort and home, HOMA comes packed to the brim (or shall we say roof) with amenities to make you comfortable. From furnished rooms and houses to clean bathrooms and showers, everything was made for your maximum comfort.

Their luxury rooms are fully-furnished with a queen-sized bed plus an extra semi-double bed, a lounging and seating area, a flat-screen TV, a personal closet, and a classy bathroom. These rooms also have direct access to a terrace fronting the beautiful sea view.

HOMA Resort is just perfect for a family trip or an intimate vacation with your loved ones!

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Room rates:

  • Deluxe Room: ₱3,500 per night, good for 2 persons

Inclusions:

  • Queen-sized bed
    • Air-conditioning
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Private toilet and bath
    • Breakfast is included
    • Access to resort amenities
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • ₱500 charge for extra person
  • Bungalow House: ₱4,500 per night good for 3 persons

Inclusions:

  • 2 Queen-sized beds
    • Private toilet and bath
    • Air-conditioning
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Lounging porch
    • Breakfast is included
    • Access to resort amenities
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Check-in is at 2PM and check-out is at 11AM

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Bituon, Brgy. Santiago, San Francisco, Camotes, Cebu

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “HOMA Resort Hotel” in Camotes Islands.

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