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Lost Books and the Stories We Almost Forgot
Lost Books, CAO Mercado Building, Osmeña Blvd Most people walk past old ATM booths without a second glance. They're the kind of spaces that quietly disappear into the background—small, functional, and easily forgotten once their purpose is gone. Somewhere in Cebu City, at CAO Mercado Building, Osmeña Blvd., however, an old ATM booth found a second life. Today, it is known as Lost Books. At first glance, it almost feels improbable. The space is small, modest even. There are no
Joanna Garingarao
Jun 102 min read


ATÚA Midtown and the Art of Second Chances | by Joanna G.
Atua Midtown Some buildings refuse to fade quietly into the background. Along F. Manalo St stands a property that many older Cebuanos still remember as Eddie's Hotel. For years, it welcomed travelers passing through the city. People checked in, checked out, and carried on with their journeys. Like many aging establishments, its story could have easily ended there. Instead, it found a new chapter. Today, the former hotel is known as ATÚA Midtown—a place where old rooms have be
Joanna Garingarao
Jun 102 min read


Legoland Malaysia: Where you can be a child again
Where fighting supervillains and watching sea creatures can be a learning experience A world where children grow by learning and thinking...
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Jan 10, 20204 min read


10 takeaways from 31 years of marriage
The writer shares some secrets to keeping one’s relationship strong, healthy and loving. 1. Coffee and me sound sexy. Bring him brewed...
depanobryan
Jun 20, 20194 min read
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