Xavier Ateneo seeks Stronger Connections, Newer Grounds in coming Centennial

As Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan (Xavier Ateneo) journeys closer to its 100th Anniversary, a sub-theme will be launched every year of the preceding decade during the celebration of the feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola in July, to direct the mood and emphasis of each celebration. The sub-theme Onward to Stronger Connections and Newer Grounds …

ONE XAVIER: Centennial Logo celebrates storied past, upbeat future

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY-To celebrate the decades long celebration marking the 100thyear of Xavier  University-Ateneo de Cagayan (Xavier Ateneo), it has unveiled a Centennial Logo representing 100 years of excellence, service, and faith, in the tradition of the Society of Jesus in a launching program held November 23rd at the XU Little Theatre. “The logo …

Limketkai Luxe honors Kumbira winners in Xmas Tree Lighting

By Tito Mike We were privileged to be invited to the Christmas Tree Lighting Event of Limketkai Luxe Hotel on November 16 with the theme “Taste of Kumbira 2024, Simply the Best” featuring the awarding winning chefs of the hotel and their medal recipes in the recently concluded Culinary Competition organized by COHARA. “Since we …

Xavier Ateneo hosts 1st PH Regional Conference on Ethical Criticism of Mindanao Literature

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY- Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan (Xavier Ateneo) recently convened the 1st Regional Conference on Ethical Criticism of Mindanao Literature on November 15-16, 2024 at the Little Theater of Xavier Ateneo — the first of its kind in the Philippines. Hosted by the Department of English Language & Literature (DELL) headed  by Dr. …

Cebu Pacific showcases “Fly to Happy, Fly to the Philippines” in Burj Khalifa

The Philippines leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) lit up the world’s tallest structure on Saturday with a spectacular light and sound show that bid travelers around the world to experience the warm hospitality and wonders of the Philippines, and offer Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) a nostalgic memento of home. Dubai’s Burj …

Ally Gaccion top scores for Pueblo de Oro at 29th LUZVIMIN Invitational Golf

Pueblo de Oro’s Women’s Team finished a respectable sixth at the recently concluded 29th LUZVIMIN Invitational Golf Tournament held at the Rancho Palos Verdes Golf & Country Club, Davao City on November  19-21, 2024. Competing in the Emerald Division, the Pueblo team included Gladys Opitz, Carol Jeun, Celine Meñes, Ryry Tanog, Nimfa Sasaki, and Alethea …

Dodong’s soap opera

A Civilian’s Life in Misamis Oriental during World War II FILOMENO “Dodong” Avanceña Bautista Jr. was 14 and a second-year high school student when the war broke out between Japan and the United States on Dec. 8, 1941. At Misamis Oriental High School that Monday morning, as he stood waiting for the flag ceremony to …

The Secret Service

Spies of the Kagay-anon Guerrillas in World War II Aside from being Kagay-anon residents during World War II, the following names had another thing in common: they were Cagayan de Oro’s civilian operatives serving the Guerrilla Army as spies. I call them The Silent Warriors. They lived within Japanese-held Cagayan de Oro and lived with …

𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁 Management Office -Misamis Oriental/𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗢𝗿𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘀 3rd 𝗚𝗣𝗔𝗦 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱

The Port Management of Misamis Oriental/Cagayan de Oro (PMO MOC) has again been cited for its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability for the Port of Cagayan de Oro with its third international award from the prestigious Green Port Award System (GPAS) of the APEC Port Services Network (APSN).  This commendation marks the third such …

NUSTAR Launches a NU Universe of Rewards

Cebu City, Philippines – NUSTAR Resort Cebu, the premier lifestyle destination in Visayas and Mindanao, has unveiled a “NU universe” with the makeover of its NUSTAR Rewards cards. Guests were treated to a night filled with wonder – from ethereal LED walls to a captivating body-painted models who took to the runway to showcase the …