The Freeman - May 09, 2025
The Freeman - May 09, 2025
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In this issue
May 09, 2025
TOUGH TIMES PASS Still, Mayor Mike Rama
10 Formidable Reasons
2 mins
Totally Free Hospitalization, Health Care at Your Doorstep
Mayor Mike Rama is transforming Cebu City’s public health system to ensure no one is left behind.
1 min
Agri transformation a priority
Under Mayor Mike Rama's visionary leadership, Cebu City is set to undergo an agricultural transformation, focused on authentic food security, farmer empowerment, and vendor welfare.
1 min
Rama's drive to transform Cebu City
In a city marked by both promise and disparity, Mayor Mike Rama champions a clear mission: “To make the lives of the poor better, the middle class comfortable, and the rich to share.”
1 min
A Vision for a Genuine Mass Transit System
TRANSPORTATION REVOLUTION
1 min
Archdiocese hits use of Palma's image in campaign posters
The Archdiocese of Cebu has strongly denounced the unauthorized use of Archbishop Jose Palma's image in political campaign posters featuring former Cebu City mayor Michael Rama.
2 mins
Multiple cases against Gwen
A Mandaue City-based lawyer is set to file multiple charges today against Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia accusing of legal and ethical violations tied to her candidacy and defiance of suspension orders.
3 mins
Comelec: Set up LED screens, projectors outside poll centers
TO AVOID OVERCROWDING
1 min
Archdiocese hits use of Palma's image in campaign posters
The statement, signed by legal counsel Rev. Fr. Domingo P. Delos Angeles Jr. and approved by the Archbishop himself, highlighted that the Archdiocese has ordered the immediate removal of the posters.
2 mins
Garcia: Negotiations on 93-1 lots done
While questions remain about the fate of the 93-1 beneficiaries, Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has maintained that the issue has already been \"resolved\" in terms of negotiations.
2 mins
Close to 4,500 PDLs across CV to join polls on Monday
To uphold the right to suffrage even behind bars, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology in Central Visayas (BJMP-7) is ready to facilitate the participation of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) in the upcoming 2025 national and local elections.
1 min
Pesquera wants detailed report on Day-as cash aid
Cebu City Councilor Jocelyn Pesquera is calling for a detailed report on how Barangay Day-as plans to utilize its P5 million financial assistance from the city, following allegations that part of the funds may have been used to purchase rice for election campaigning.
2 mins
AFTER ACCIDENT IN NAIA MCIA inspected for safety compliance
Following the tragic incident at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) that claimed two lives last Sunday, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vince Dizon visited the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) yesterday to assess the facility’s compliance with international safety standards.
2 mins
Disqualify more
Following his discriminatory remarks against single women, the Commission on Elections has ruled to disqualify Pasig congressional candidate Ian Sia.
1 min
Kyla is 'Back to Bliss' in new worship single
Kyla talks about healing from a heartbreaking loss in her soulful worship single “Back to Bliss.”
1 min
Cebuano singer brings back disco through 'M.K.S'
Be ready to get your groove on and vibe to \"M.K.S.\" — the cool new disco single of Cebu-based singer-songwriter Will Mikhael.
1 min
The most-heartbreaking scenes in 'Saving Grace: The Untold Story'
The highly emotional yet relevant storyline in ABS-CBN's “Saving Grace: The Untold Story” continues to captivate viewers on a nightly basis with its tear-jerking scenes, thanks to the effective portrayals of its powerhouse cast led by Julia Montes, Zia Grace, Jennica Garcia, Janice De Belen, and Sharon Cuneta.
3 mins
Former villains in their redemption era
\"Thunderbolts*\", the highly anticipated, highly chaotic, and highly unlikely ensemble film closing Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is now showing in cinemas nationwide. Former villains and assassins take center stage as the MCU answers, 'Now that the Avengers are gone, who will protect Earth?'
2 mins
Celebrating 19 Wonderous Years
I have two life events related to food which I love to share with family and my beloved readers.
1 min
Do we need to overthink or are we born smart?
We are living in a difficult world. Let's get practical for a change and turn to the phenomenon of overthinking.
2 mins
Philippine economy grows 5.4% in Q1
The Philippine economy expanded by 5.4% in the first quarter of 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in a report released on Thursday, May 5.
1 min
Tech giants to keep watch during midterm elections
As the Philippines braces for the May 12 midterm elections, Alphabet Inc.'s Google and YouTube have ramped up initiatives to deliver credible election information while guarding against digital misinformation on their platforms.
2 mins
Jobless rate rises to 3.9% in March
The country’s unemployment rate went up slightly in March from the previous month, while the quality of jobs deteriorated, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
2 mins
Metro Retail Stores Group empowers local farmers
Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) is expanding its partnership with non-profit Gulay Farmers as part of a broader push to secure local supply chains, support small-holder producers, and enhance sustainability in its fresh produce sourcing.
1 min
2 partylist groups vow to uplift lives
Two partylist groups, Buhay and Ahon Mahirap, conducted campaign activities Cebu the other in anticipation of the May 12, 2025 elections.
2 mins
Pakistan shoots down 25 Indian drones near military installations
Pakistan's army said Thursday it shot down 25 Indian drones, a day after the worst violence between the nuclear-armed rivals in two decades.
2 mins
Xi meets Putin as Ukraine reports ceasefire violations
China's Xi Jinping was in Moscow on Thursday for a state visit ahead of the Kremlin's grand Victory Day celebrations, as Ukraine accused Russia's army of launching air strikes just hours into a supposed truce.
3 mins
Israel to do to Iran what it has done to Hamas
Israel will do to Iran what it has done to Hamas in Gaza, Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Thursday, days after an attack on Ben Gurion airport by Iran-backed Huthi rebels.
1 min
IN JAPAN NEXT MONTH Christwil Villanueva braces for first internationally sanctioned race
Multi-titled Cebuano rider Christwil “Bogart” Villanueva is set to compete in an internationally sanctioned race for the first time in his career.
1 min
Decision time
The 45-day run will end on Monday and of the numerous entrants, only a select few will cross the finish line and be declared winners.
1 min
Knicks shock Celtics again, Thunder roars back in style
Curry out for a week in big blow to Warriors
1 min
Center for Excellence in Leadership University
Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama is championing the creation of the Cebu City Center for Excellence in Leadership University.
1 min
Powering ahead with SMART governance
Cebu City is embracing the future with a bold shift toward smart governance under Mayor Mike Rama’s leadership.
1 min
Bold infra vision for Cebu City
Cebu City is on the brink of a dramatic transformation, led by Mayor Mike Rama’s ambitious vision of building a Singapore-like metropolis
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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