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Shang-Chi & The Legend of the Ten Rings: What to Know About This Upcoming MCU Movie

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Shang-Chi & The Legend of the Ten Rings: What to Know About This Upcoming MCU Movie

The fourth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is here and it is here to stay. Geeks and fans of the franchise are excited about all of the upcoming movies, such as the introduction of new heroes into the cinematic universe. Now, one of the closest movies coming to theaters is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which will come out on September 3.

Many people are pumped up and hyped for the debut of this character. However, for many others who are not really into the Marvel franchise before the MCU, Shang-Chi is not that well-known compared to Spiderman, Captain America, Iron Man, or the Hulk.

Photo from Shang-Chi Facebook Page

If you are one of those people, there is no need to worry. Here are a few things there is to know about to set your expectations for the upcoming film.

Who is Shang-Chi?

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Shang-Chi is a master of the Kung Fu arts similar to that of Bruce Lee. In fact, it is said that the rise of Kung Fu movies back in the day was the inspiration to make a Marvel hero based around the concept. In the comics, he has been battling foes who threatened the safety of the Earth and has joined in many hero alliances such as the Marvel Knights, Secret Avengers, and the Avengers itself. In this movie, his father is the Mandarin.

Who is the Mandarin?

Although the Mandarin was introduced in Iron Man 3, it was revealed to be a fake act by some random person and everyone went nuts. This time, we are introduced to the actual Mandarin. He is a villain in the Marvel franchise and in the MCU, he runs a terrorist organization known as the Ten Rings. In fact, it was actually the Ten Rings who kidnapped Tony Stark in the first Iron Man movie.

The Mandarin is a powerful entity because of his possession of the ten rings.

What are the ten rings?

Photo from Shang-Chi Facebook Page

The ten rings are pieces of accessories that hold a variety of immense powers each having unique abilities. In the comics, these are the souls of ancient warriors. The ten rings consist of: Remaker; Influence; Spin; Spectral; Nightbearer; Zero; The Liar; Lightning; Incandescence; and Daimonic. The powers of all of these rings have varied from time to time but stay the same in essence. They are explained in the pictures above.

Cebu logs 119 new cases on May 26

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Cebu logs 119 new cases on May 26

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 May 26, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 119 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 77 new recoveries, and 0 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,715, while the active cases increased to 1,294 (from 1,252).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,217 (+43 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,894 (+30 new)
– Total deaths: 864 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 459

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,458 (+16 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,115 (+8 new)
– Total deaths: 170 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 173

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,580 (+11 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,188 (+15 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 170

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,460 (+49 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,256 (+24 new)
– Total deaths: 712 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 492

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,294
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,715 (+119 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,453 (+77 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,968 (+0 new*)

A total of 3,683 laboratory results were released for 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):

Toon City, Animators of Popular Disney Shows, To Enter Cebu

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Toon City, Animators of Popular Disney Shows, To Enter Cebu

Growing up, you have probably watched or at least heard of the beloved Disney show classics such as Kim Possible, Ducktales, Hercules, The Legend of Tarzan, etc. As it turns out, many of these shows were animated by an internationally well-known animation studio based in Manila. This animation studio is Toon City, and they are responsible of the many shows you have grown up with as a kid.

What is more surprising is that according to Roderico Rene de Guzman, vice president for Toon City and chief operations officer of Toon City Academy (TCA), they are considering opening in Cebu City. He stated that the animation industry can benefit immensely through developing the city as a major hub for the practice.

Photo from tooncityanimation.com
Photo from tooncityanimation.com
Photo from tooncityanimation.com

Toon City is looking for talented Cebuanos

With Toon City possibly opening up in Cebu City, de Guzman has offered talented artists in Cebu to join in on the team. He stated, “Toon City is looking for animators. There’s a lot of work, and we know for a fact that people in Cebu are very talented. And we would like to expand our reach by asking the young people of Cebu to join Toon City or Toon City Academy.”

Photo from Toon City Academy Facebook Page

Toon City is ranked 22nd best animation studio internationally, and one of its primary contractors is The Walt Disney Company along with Warner Bros. and Universal Studios. It is said that the Philippines is earning a lot through the animation industry, with revenues standing at $20 million to $30 million.

According to Juan Miguel del Rosario, president and chief executive officer of Toon City, the animation industry pays well and that jobs can be given to those who have not finished a four-year course. Salaries can vary between 24,000 to 100,000 a month.

He states that, “We believe in the creativity of the Cebuanos. We believe the talent (for animation) is in Cebu. We would like to share this opportunity for Cebu to shine in the field of animation because we believe in the creativity of the Cebuanos.”

Elegant and Exclusive stay at Villa Presito in Ronda

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Elegant and Exclusive stay at Villa Presito in Ronda

A whole villa just for you. An entire home away from home is what awaits you in Ronda, Cebu.

Villa Presito is an elegant villa with a spectacular view of the beach that is just perfect for a family vacation. With the sound of the waves, the wind and the spectacular natural views, it is the perfect getaway.

Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page

The exclusivity of the villa is just one of its charm for it’s designed to have the rustic homey feels with its wood structure and elegantly placed furniture. Here you can relax and read a book in the balconies, in the open space, along the beach and wherever you fancy. The villa is all yours.

The infinity pool is another charm entirely for it’s connected with the house itself and facing the sea. You can just wake up and just walk to have a dip in the pool.

Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada

Fully-Equipped Accommodations

The Villa offers 3 King size rooms and 1 Family room with 1 King size bed and 2 single beds. All rooms are air-conditioned, have their own bathrooms and toilet and most importantly opens to balconies.

You won’t have to worry about food for Villa Presito has a fully equipped kitchen complete with a refrigerator, oven, stovetops, microwaves and even a staff to maintain the cleanliness throughout the property. But if you’re up for some garden party, the villa’s garden is at your disposal together with their barbecue grills onsite.

Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada

There is also a Free WiFi in public areas so you won’t be completely cut off from work, school or the world.

Villa Presito’s calm atmosphere will help the family shake off the city’s stress and relax to your hearts content.

Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Check-in: 2PM; Check out: 11AM
  • Villa Rent: P32,00-P35,000 (depending on dates)

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Santa Cruz Rd, Ronda, Southern Cebu– approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. Ride a bus that will pass by Ronda. You may ask the drivers which buses will pass by Ronda. Villa Presito is accessible by the main road along Kasadya Public Beach.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Villa Presito” in Ronda. Parking space is available.

Cebu logs 84 new cases on May 25

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Cebu logs 84 new cases on May 25

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 May 25, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 84 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 92 new recoveries, and 3 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,597, while the active cases decreased to 1,252 (from 1,263).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,175 (+25 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,864 (+34 new)
– Total deaths: 864 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 447

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,441 (+27 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,108 (+16 new)
– Total deaths: 170 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 163

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,569 (+6 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,173 (+7 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 174

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,412 (+26 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,232 (+35 new)
– Total deaths: 712 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 468

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,252
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,597 (+84 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,377 (+92 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,968 (+3 new*)

A total of 2,987 laboratory results were released for 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):

Cebuano Weapons Used During the Battle of Mactan

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Cebuano Weapons Used During the Battle of Mactan

The battle of Mactan was a historical event that took place on April 27, 1521. 500 years later, it is still very relevant. After all, it defined the Filipino spirit of stubbornness to oppose foreign colonizers. Despite the advance weaponry used by the Spaniards against the Cebuano natives, our ancestors still won in the end. Thus, we are looking at all the tools used by our Cebuano ancestors as weaponry that led to their victory.

Karakoa

Photo from aboutphilippines.org

A weapon is defined as a tool designed to inflict bodily harm or physical damage, and the karakoa definitely fits that description. The karakoa is a large warship used by the native Filipinos most notably the Visayans, and this was used to transport Humabon’s men towards the Battle of Mactan. It was designed to carry hundreds of warriors to sea, which was very important in an archipelago.

Kampilan

Photo from en.wikipedia.org

According to Antonio Pigafetta, the Italian scholar who documented the events of the battle, the 1,500 warriors of Lapulapu carried with them various weapons including the kampilan. Pigfetta described the weapon as a “large cutlass which resembled a scimitar, only being larger”. It is a single-edged sword typically wielded with two hands.

Bangkaw

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Another weapon noted by Pigafetta which was used by Lapulapu’s men were bamboo spears, which has been argued by historians to be the bangkaw. It is also called the sibat, and is a Filipino word for spear. It is widely agreed that these spears were made from fire-hardened rattan and tipped with metal heads.

Bows & Arrows

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Photo from en.wikipedia.org

The most obvious one to be on this list would be the bows and arrows used by Lapulapu’s men. After all, Magellan was said to be killed by a poison arrow during the Battle of Mactan. This long-ranged weaponry has been used worldwide yet it has significance in this battle because this is what ended Magellan to his death.

Water Ski Beach Resort: Newest Summer Destination in Catmon

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Water Ski Beach Resort: Newest Summer Destination in Catmon

Resorts nowadays have become more than just a place to rest and sleep. People are now no longer content with the same old amenities, they now look for a new experience.

A new resort offers just that. More than your usual sea and pool amenities, they have recreational activities that would surely suit your liking. Especially if your family enjoys the sea water more than anything, this definitely is for you.

Photo from Water Ski Beach Resort Facebook Page
Photo by Jeniffer Ruiz
Photo by Jeniffer Ruiz
Photo by Jeniffer Ruiz
Photo by John Romuald Ruiz

I’m not sure if you’ve seen other resorts that offers this, but this, by far is the first resort I’ve heard of with floating pads like these. It’s a wide floating pad that would surely keep all family members afloat. But, not only that. They also have a banana boat for an added fun, or a jet ski to spice things up a whole lot more.

They also have cottages and rooms where you can spend a night or two so you can really have so much fun with your family.

Photo by Jeniffer Ruiz
Photo by Rina Gumonit Lolor
Photo by Rina Gumonit Lolor
Photo by Rina Gumonit Lolor
Photo by Rina Gumonit Lolor
Photo by Rina Gumonit Lolor

Now going back to the first paragraph. This is definitely a resort that would cater to the guests who don’t just go out to rest and sleep, but to those who are looking for fun after the stress.

RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION

RATES

Entrance Fee

  • Adult – P30
  • Kids – P20

Room Rates

  • Overnight – P1700
  • Day Use – P1200

Cottage Rates

  • Overnight – P900
  • Day Use – P700

Recreational Activities

  • Jet Ski – P3500 / hour
  • Banana Boat – P300 / person
  • Floating Pad – FREE

OTHER INFORMATION

HOW TO GET THERE

Exact Location: Panalipan, Catmon, Northern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.

BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal, ride any bus/mini bus to Catmon. Bus fare is roughly ₱85 /head (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at Panalipan, Catmon, Cebu. Take a motorbike and ask to bring you to the newest Water Ski Beach Resort.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for Water Ski Beach Resort.

Cebu logs 39 new cases on May 24

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Cebu logs 39 new cases on May 24

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 May 24, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 39 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 74 new recoveries, and 2 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,518, while the active cases decreased to 1,263 (from 1,301).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,152 (+18 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,832 (+26 new)
– Total deaths: 863 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 457

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,415 (+2 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,092 (+9 new)
– Total deaths: 169 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 154

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,566 (+2 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,168 (+10 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 176

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,385 (+17 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,197 (+29 new)
– Total deaths: 712 (+2 new)
– Active cases: 476

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,263
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,518 (+39 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,289 (+74 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,966 (+2 new*)

A total of 1,852 laboratory results were released for 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):

Cebu City and Its International Sister Cities: An Informative List

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Cebu City and Its International Sister Cities: An Informative List

Everyone probably has a sister or a brother, metaphorically and literally speaking. They are the people you bond with, the people you grow up with. You see them develop from start to now, and they also see you do the same. Yet as it turns out, people are not the only ones who have sisters. In fact, cities can have sisters as well!

Photo from commons.wikimedia.org
Photo from commons.wikimedia.org

Above: Seattle as seen from above Queen Anne Hill; Below: Yokohama view from Baybridge

Cebu City has its own sister cities, both local and international. Not many people know this, so here is a list of them to fill you in. It is time to appreciate what they have done for us and also help them out when the time comes. But first…

What are sister cities?

Photo from commons.wikimedia.org; Los Angeles’ famous sister cities sign

As people can have siblings to watch and help themselves grow up, so too can cities have sisters who can do the same duty. A sister city relationship constitutes of a legal or social agreement between two cities to promote cultural and economic growth. Some sister city relationships have deep historical ties between the two while some have formed new friendships over newly found ideologies.

This concept became pretty popular after the events of World War II. The world has been starting to heal from the damages and grow from the rubble. To speed this process up and heal relationships between former enemies or strengthen bonds between newly-found allies, cities began entering pacts to foster friendships and promote cultural and commercial ties.

A list of Cebu City’s international sister cities

Photo from commons.wikimedia.org
Photo from commons.wikimedia.org

Above: The Anshunlang bridge of Chengdu; Below: Broel Towers along the river Lys in Kortrijk

  • Chengdu, China
  • Chula Vista CA, United States
  • Guadalajara, Mexico
  • Honolulu City HI, United States
  • Haarlemmermeer, Netherlands
  • Kaohsiung, Taiwan
  • Kortrijk, Belgium
  • Parramatta City, Australia
  • Sabrosa, Portugal
  • Salinas CA, United States
  • Seattle WA, United States
  • St Petersburg, Russia
  • Vladimir, Russia
  • Xiamen, China
  • Yokohama, Japan
  • Yeosu, South Korea
Photo from commons.wikimedia.org
Photo from commons.wikimedia.org

Above: The Winter Palace, the official residence of Russian emperors until 1917; Below: Sabrosa, Portugal, the town where Ferdinand Magellan was born

Hilltop Horizon: An unlikely destination for peace and relaxation

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Hilltop Horizon: An unlikely destination for peace and relaxation

Argao is a simple and quiet town located at the south of Cebu and although it isn’t really well-known as a tourist destination, this peaceful town in the south has a different kind of charm that attracts people to the municipality. Due to the town not being well-known to tourists, it makes it the perfect escape from the stresses of the city.

Hilltop Horizon is a classic chill tambayan by the hillside and offers more than just peace and quiet to its customers. Nestled at the peak of a hill in Argao, Hilltop Horizon combines native elements with the rustic atmosphere to create a hangout spot where friends can gather.

Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page

Hilltop Horizon is made up entirely of wood, bamboo and nipa hut roofs that perfectly fit the theme of the distant town and gives customers a change of scenery that’s far from traffic and noises of the metro. Wooden chairs and tables fill the space on top of the hill and nipa roofs provide customers with shelter. Front and center are a small stage where bands perform and fill the still atmosphere with various tunes.

There’s nothing else to do in Hilltop Horizon but to grab some food, take a seat, and let the lovely scenery do its thing. As different bands play their songs on stage and set the mood, the air of the hilltop with the earthy scent of charcoal combined with the appetizing aroma of barbecue sauces.

Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page
Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page

Customers will enjoy eating smoked meat especially when paired with a glass of cold beer or a choice from a selection of fruit shakes and drinks. Worries will drift away together with the gentle breeze that blows the hill and the only thing that will fill the mind is peace and relaxation.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Photo from Hilltop Horizon Facebook Page

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Cancainap, Tulic, Argao, Southern Cebu – 150 meters away from the National Road

BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. Ride any bus that’s bound for Argao and ask the driver to drop you off at the turn going to Panorama de Argao Resort. Hilltop Horizon is just 150 meters away from where you alighted, just ask around for directions.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Panorama de Argao Resort” in Argao. Hilltop Horizon is just close; ask for directions.

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