The Freeman - April 22, 2025
The Freeman - April 22, 2025
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April 22, 2025
Over 70 CV bridges rated poor to bad - DILG
Over 70 bridges in Central Visayas have been assessed as being in poor to bad condition, based on the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) Local Roads and Bridges Inventory (LRBI).
3 mins
Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis, an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion among Catholics but riled traditionalists, died Monday at age 88.
4 mins
Gwen, Raymond, Jonkie, Lolypop, Duke, Sun lead in latest survey
The “Boses ng Bayan” initiative of RPMD Foundation Inc. (RPMD) has unveiled its latest assessment of public officials in the Central Visayas region.
2 mins
Over 70 CV bridges rated poor to bad – DILG
In the First District, most bridges were assessed to be in either good or fair condition, though the Mananga Bridge 1 in Tabunok recently barred 10-wheeler trucks due to defective bearing pads.
2 mins
Gwen sues 2 netizens for cyberlibel
Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia, through her private legal team, has filed 10 counts of criminal complaints for cyberlibel before the National Bureau of Investigation in Central Visayas (NBI-CEVRO) against two netizens accused of spreading malicious and false information about her on social media.
3 mins
10 former CH workers use gov't radios for campaign
The Cebu City Government has issued a memorandum to at least ten former Cebu City Hall employees, directing them to return city-owned digital radios allegedly used for electioneering.
1 min
Cebu City to build 7 new school bldgs
To ease classroom congestion and address the shortage of educational facilities, the Cebu City Government is set to construct seven additional school buildings with up to 140 classrooms across the city.
2 mins
City gov'tto summon parents of minors throwing stones at vehicles passing SRP
The Cebu City Government will summon the parents of minors caught throwing stones at vehicles passing through the viaduct at the South Road Properties (SRP) last week, following the formation of a special task force.
1 min
EU election observers visited Comelec Cebu
Several members of the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) visited the Commission on Elections (Comelec) Cebu Provincial Office on Monday, April 21, 2025, as part of their nationwide assessment of the country's electoral processes in preparation for the upcoming midterm elections.
1 min
FOR APR-MAY BILL VECO to raise power rates
Visayan Electric yesterday announced that their residential customers will see an increase of ₱1.14 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in their electricity bills for the April–May billing cycle.
2 mins
Cebu nominated for travel award anew
Cebu gets the chance to keep its title as Asia's leading wedding destinations after being nominated again, this time for the 32nd edition of the World Travel Awards.
2 mins
Benefits available for summer/ heat-related illnesses
PhilHealth is reminding everyone that there are inpatient benefits packages for common summerrelated illnesses available at accredited hospitals nationwide. This after PAGASA officially declared April 16, 2025 the start of the dry season.
3 mins
The Pope
The world mourns the loss of one of the most beloved and transformative leaders of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis.
2 mins
Pope Francis
And just like that the head of the Roman Catholic Church, the successor of St. Peter, and one of the world’s most beloved religious leaders died yesterday at the age of 88.
1 min
Who's better for Cebu City?
Of course, many will immediately conclude that I would be inclined to support my “kumpare”, Nestor Archival, in the next elections.
2 mins
When good candidates step aside
While I know a few deserving politicians who have the resources to thrive or survive under our current electoral system, I know many more who also deserve to be elected but shy away from politics because the system is stacked against those with modest means --not even the poor, just those without deep pockets.
2 mins
"Why have you forsaken me?"
This piece is dedicated to the Filipino voters who are always being deceived, pressured, hoodwinked, unduly influenced, and even terrorized by unscrupulous traditional politicians whose greed for money is exceeded only by their insatiable thirst for power.
3 mins
Lady Gaga's Coachella show proves she's still a prime performer
When Lady Gaga first performed at Coachella in 2017, she had only a few weeks to prepare for her headlining show. She was a last-minute replacement for Beyoncé, who had to postpone due to pregnancy, delaying her set to the following year.
5 mins
Kim K: From reality star to the Oval office
Billionaire businesswoman, high priestess of social media, Oval Office invitee, effortless siren, mother of four: Kim Kardashian has mastered the 21st century like no one else.
3 mins
GMA, CreaZion Studios, Viu Phl collaborate on revenge drama 'Beauty Empire'
GMA Network, international film and TV production and distribution company CreaZion Studios, and pan-regional over-the-top (OTT) video streaming service Viu are set to deliver the revenge drama series “Beauty Empire.”
2 mins
PCIC inks deal with GCash to ease payments to farmers
The Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC), in partnership with Gcash, has launched the pilot run of its \"Digital Financial Literacy Caravan.\"
2 mins
Cebuano family business sets sights on national expansion
From a humble stall at Sugbo Mercado, Jipai Taiwan Fried Chicken is now setting its sights on national expansion, following the successful launch of its first full-service restaurant in Cebu City earlier this month.
2 mins
AMID STEEP US TARIFFS China opens door for more Philippine exports
China is ready to buy more products from the Philippines, presenting opportunities for Filipino exporters, amid the tariffs imposed by the United States on its trading partners.
1 min
Fuel price hike returns following Lenten rollback
After enjoying nearly P4 per liter in fuel rollbacks during Holy Week, motorists will face an increase of up to P1.35 per liter starting Tuesday, April 22.
1 min
Marcos eases Taiwan travel restrictions for Phl officials
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has relaxed long-standing travel restrictions for most Philippine government officials visiting Taiwan and for receiving Taiwanese delegations
1 min
PNP forms bodies vs kidnappings, disinfo
The Philippine National Police has formed two specialized committees to confront the rising threats of kidnapping and disinformation, describing the move as a proactive response to modern-day challenges.
1 min
Russia resumes Ukraine attacks after Easter truce
Kyiv, Ukraine Russia launched a wave of aerial attacks at Ukraine on Monday in an abrupt end to a fragile 30-hour Easter truce between the two sides.
3 mins
Trump pushes presidential limits in his first 100 days
With Donald Trump back in the White House you never know what you’re going to get. Will he berate a foreign leader? Rock the global markets? Take vengeance against his foes?
3 mins
Phl team cyclists to show wares in Tour of Luzon
MANILA Southeast Asian Games medalist Ronald Oranza and Jan Paul Morales are two of 10 members of the PhilCycling men's national team who are seeing action in different teams in the Tour of Luzon: Great Revival that starts Thursday, April 24, in Paoay, Ilocos Norte.
1 min
Concio, Bersamina stay in Bangkok title race
The Philippines' Michael Concio Jr. and Pau Bersamina hurdled their respective assignments in the eight and penultimate round to remain in title contention in the Bangkok Chess Club Open in Thailand Sunday night.
1 min
The Freeman Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Philstar Daily Inc.
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
Founded in 1919, The Freeman - "fair and fearless" - is the oldest and most respected local newspaper in Cebu, or the "Queen City of the South". It is published daily in English and is also circulated in other major cities in the Visayas region, which is one of the country's major economic hubs. No one knows Cebu better than The Freeman.
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