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Commission on Elections to issue show cause order for Marcoleta
The Commission on Elections will issue a show-cause order for Sen. Rodante Marcoleta next week that will require him to explain possible inconsistencies in his total declared campaign expenditures in the 2025 midterm elections.
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November 20, 2025
The Freeman
New kid on the block
Eman Pacquiao is now in mainstream media, the legitimate platform for truth, responsibility and accountability, as opposed to social media, the flat form for fake news and impunity, believed and subscribed by people with flatter forms of gullibility, otherwise known as stupidity.
2 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
BFAR eases fishing ban in parts of Bais, Manjuyod
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Central Visayas has eased the fishing restrictions earlier imposed in parts of Bais and Manjuyod, Negros Oriental following a wastewater spill, after recent tests showed that fish harvested from the affected waters are now safe for consumption.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
BIR to review audit authorization rules amid 'weaponization' claims
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is reviewing rules on documents that authorize tax audits after reports that some officials have been using them to pressure businesses, according to a lawmaker.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
WTO envoy: SMEs key to Phl's export goals
The Philippines is urging small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to strengthen compliance, scale up production, and build deeper partnerships with government as the country accelerates efforts to boost exports and integrate local producers into global value chains.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
DSWD launches nationwide community resilience project
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) formally launched on Wednesday the Panahon ng Pagkilos: Philippine Community Resilience Project (PCRP), a national initiative aimed at helping the country's most vulnerable communities prepare for and withstand intensifying climate and disaster risks.
2 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
Online shop's digital platform empowers ASEAN MSMEs
TikTok Shop is tightening its grip on Southeast Asia’s fast-growing digital commerce landscape, stepping up collaboration with ASEAN governments as it courts the region’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)—a critical economic bloc still struggling to fully transition online.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
LeBron makes winning start to NBA-record 23rd season
LeBron James made a winning start to his NBA-record 23rd season on Tuesday (Wednesday, November 19 Phl time), returning after a near one-month injury absence in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 140-126 victory over the Utah Jazz.
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November 20, 2025
The Freeman
DSWD extends P200M cash assistance to quake victims in north
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has released P200 million in cash assistance under the Emergency Cash Transfer (ECT) program for families affected by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck northern Cebu as part of the agency's ongoing recovery support operations.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Phl among world's largest ecommerce markets – NIQ
The Philippines is emerging as one of the world's fastest-growing e-commerce markets, helping drive Southeast Asia's rapid expansion in online spending, according to new data from consumer intelligence firm NielsenIQ (NIQ).
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
NK: Sub deal will trigger 'nuclear domino' effect
North Korea denounced an agreement between Seoul and Washington to build nuclear-powered submarines, saying in a state media commentary on Tuesday that the deal would cause a “nuclear domino” effect.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Marcos will not resign
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will not step down, said Malacañang on Tuesday, November 18.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Province now on high alert against rising leptospirosis
The Cebu Provincial Government has ordered all district and provincial hospitals to intensify their monitoring for early detection and preparedness following a spike in leptospirosis cases in the aftermath of Typhoon Tino.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
'Sins of the Father' ends with strong note on scam awareness
Aralar and Marissa Kalaw, creative head Dindo Perez, head writer Cenon Palomares, and writers Jann Mendoza and Shania Vonzel.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Filipino athletes conquer Dubai T100 Triathlon
Three Filipino triathletes led by Jonathan Pagaura made their fellow countrymen proud on the global stage.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Philippines, Palestine sign landmark deal
The Philippines and Palestine took a major step in their decades-old ties on Tuesday, November 18, signing a memorandum of understanding to hold regular political consultations and launching talks on a visa waiver for diplomats.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu water crisis worsens as power outages persist
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates (CERA) warned that Cebu Province is facing an intensifying water shortage as prolonged and uneven power restoration continues to cripple pumping stations outside Metro Cebu.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Only one way to find out
Accusations that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is using drugs are nothing new, but they have always come from his detractors and opponents.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Violations of the anti-graft law
Those local officials who travelled abroad, despite the suspension of foreign travels by DILG Secretary Junvic Remulla should read Republic Act 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act. Ignorance of the law excuses no one.
3 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
'Public health crisis looms'
In a privilege speech, Garganera said the city's garbage problem is already \"nearing the point of no return.\" He attributed the situation to environmental and institutional failures that have left the city grappling with more than 600 tons of daily waste, a defunct landfill, and the collapse of the long-planned WTE project.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
SM Investments posts 6% rise in net income to P64B
SM Investments Corp. reported a 6 percent increase in consolidated net income to P64.4 billion in the first nine months of 2025, supported by stable contributions from its banking and property units despite weather-related disruptions and a softer retail environment. Revenues rose 4 percent to P482.3 billion.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
44 still missing after Tino
As the number of persons missing in Cebu Province following Typhoon Tino remains unchanged at 44, Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) head Dennis Pastor emphasized that only the concerned local government units (LGUs) have the authority to officially terminate ongoing search and retrieval operations.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Lancers snap two-game skid with 35-point rout of Panthers
The three-time defending champions University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers clobbered the University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Panthers, 96-61, to snap their two-game slide in the resumption of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Monday night, November 17, at the Cebu Coliseum.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
DOF: 2025 GDP growth to fall way below target
The country's economy is now projected to settle at a growth rate of as low as 4.7 percent this year, according to the Department of Finance (DOF), a figure that falls short of the government's official target range of 5.5 to 6.5 percent, and signals a weaker-than-expected economic performance.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
City Hall enforces weight limit on Bacayan Bridge
To prevent further deterioration of its structure, the Cebu City Department of Engineering and Public Works (DEPW) has formally recommended the immediate enforcement of a six-ton weight limit on the Bacayan Bridge, as urgent calls for retrofitting and rehabilitation are being emphasized.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
No 'Drag Den' Season 3 for now, says creator Rodina Singh
After two seasons of running the reality series “Drag Den with Manila Luzon” on Prime Video, Rodina Singh needed to take a breather from doing non-scripted television.
3 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
'Unauthorized' waste disposal draws concerns from residents
Some residents of Zone 5 in Barangay Canduman, Mandaue City, have raised concerns over what they describe as an “unbearable” garbage disposal problem after dump trucks allegedly began unloading trash at an unauthorized site in their area more than a week ago.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Trump hosts Saudi prince
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will receive a lavish welcome from US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, signing defense and nuclear deals during his first visit to the United States since the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
NBA BUZZ
He was regarded as one of the best executives in the NBA and in his four years with the Dallas Mavericks, he built a title contender around Luka Doncic, their franchise player.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Freeman
Andrea, Darren meet stars of 'Wicked: For Good'
Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum brought Oz to Singapore for the premiere of “Wicked: For Good” film is produced by returning Tony and Emmy winning powerhouse Marc Platt and by multiple Tony winner David Stone.
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