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'Mothballed' kicks off ABS-CBN's series of online docus
ABS-CBN News has launched a new series of monthly news documentaries on YouTube and iWant, starting with “Mothballed: The Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, 40 Years Later” by journalist Jeff Canoy.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Trybe Co-Living: Bayfront’s bold foray into urban living
Cebuano entrepreneur Charlton Cokaliong, founder and managing director of Bayfront Hotel Cebu, is deepening his footprint in hospitality real estate with the launch of “Trybe Co-Living,” a residential venture designed for professionals and digital nomads seeking flexible, community-oriented urban living.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City eyes revival of sister city agreement with Belgium’s Kortrijk
Cebu City is exploring the revival of its sister city agreement with Kortrijk, Belgium, as Mayor Nestor Archival met with Belgian officials to discuss sustainability, innovation, and good governance.
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November 01, 2025
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SSS office to open in South Korea
Filipinos in Seoul will soon be able to get easier access to the Social Security System (SSS) with an office set to open in South Korea, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said.
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November 01, 2025
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Capitol: Land dispute stalls Camotes Airport project
The long-delayed Camotes Airport development remains at a standstill as land ownership and compensation issues continue to hinder progress, says the Cebu Provincial Government.
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November 01, 2025
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Sustainability commitment: Grossly ignored?
The spent wash spill in the North Bais Bay is now grabbing headlines that even the current investigation on corruption cannot suppress it.
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November 01, 2025
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Why begrudge them this one occasion?
For Halloween, Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy urged the faithful to promote Christian-centered celebrations such as the Parade of Saints instead of Halloween parties featuring “spooky costumes and demonic imagery”.
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November 01, 2025
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Trump shocks world with nuke test order
US President Donald Trump's surprise directive to begin nuclear weapons testing provoked global criticism on Friday, as it raised the specter of renewed superpower tensions.
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November 01, 2025
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LTFRB vows immediate action to commuters' complaints, concerns
As millions of Filipinos are travelling for the observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered all regional directors to immediately respond to commuter complaints and concerns, especially those raised through the agency's public feedback platform.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City Hall rolls out Kalag-kalag reminders
As city entered the solemn observance of Kalag-Kalag 2025 today, the Cebu City Government has rolled out a series of safety and behavioral reminders aimed at guiding families visiting cemeteries this All Saints' and All Souls' Day.
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November 01, 2025
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Horror flicks, shows to binge-watch on iWant
From classic thrillers to real-life paranormal encounters, here are five must-watch programs that promise sleepless nights and spine-tingling entertainment.
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November 01, 2025
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Venezuelan cries 'robbery' in loss to Eumir Marcial
Eddy Colmenares believes he “actually won” the World Boxing Council (WBC) International middleweight championship against Filipino slugger Eumir Marcial during the “Thrilla in Manila 2” event last Wednesday, October 29, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Thunder rolls past Wizards to stay unbeaten
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered another dominant performance as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder remained perfect in the young NBA season with a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday (Friday, October 31 Phl time).
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November 01, 2025
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China, Canada leaders hold first formal talks since 2017
Gyeongju, South Korea --- China and Canada's leaders opened on Friday their first formal talks since 2017, with Xi Jinping meeting Prime Minister Mark Carney in South Korea, Chinese state media reported.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City gov't shuts down 3 cockpits for lack of permits
A cease-and-desist order has been issued against three cockpits in Cebu City—two of which are located in the mountain barangays—after authorities found that they lacked the necessary permits to operate.
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November 01, 2025
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Cheetahs, Magis Eagles rout foes
The Benedicto College (BC) Cheetahs clobbered the University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Panthers, 84-70, for their sixth win in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Thursday night, October 30, at the Cebu Coliseum.
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November 01, 2025
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Thai ex-PM Thaksin's party elects new leader after daughter's exit
One of Thailand’s largest political parties, founded by ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, elected a new leader on Friday, the party said, following the resignation of his daughter, the former prime minister.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
DepEd eyes lease of idle private school buildings
AMID CLASSROOM SHORTAGE
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November 01, 2025
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Mandaue tightens internal control at treasurer's office
The Mandaue City Treasurer's Office has tightened its internal control and accountability measures following the discovery that some of its employees allegedly pocketed government funds.
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November 01, 2025
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Police Chief Nartatez visits fallen cop's wake
Philippine National Police (PNP) Acting Chief PLtGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. visited the wake of Police Capt. Joel Deiparine to personally extend his condolences at a funeral home in Mohon, Talisay City, Cebu, on Friday morning, October 31.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Quake victims get tax relief
Under the governor's EO, both the Provincial and Municipal Assessor's Offices are mandated to conduct ocular inspections, reappraisals, and reassessments of all properties damaged by the earthquake.
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November 01, 2025
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Malasakit Team extends aid to Carcar's barangay workers
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go’s Malasakit Team visited Carcar City, Cebu, on Tuesday, October 28, to extend assistance to barangay health workers (BHWs), barangay nutrition scholars, and barangay tanods.
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November 01, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City institutionalizes Barangay Health Workers
The Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) in Cebu City are now being institutionalized through proper registration and accreditation, which ensure standard benefits and tenure protection following the approval of a local ordinance outlining these provisions.
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November 01, 2025
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'Howie Severino Presents' podcast returns
GMA Integrated News' podcast Howie Severino Presents, hosted by award-winning journalist Howie Severino, returns with a new three-part special series titled “Online Invasion: The Secret Battle for Hearts, Minds, and Headlines.”
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October 31, 2025
The Freeman
DILG directs infra audits among LGUs
As part of efforts to bolster preparedness for disasters, Local Government Units (LGUs) have been called upon by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to conduct comprehensive infrastructure audits on both public and private buildings within their jurisdictions.
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October 31, 2025
The Freeman
BSP sees inflation at 1.4-2.2% in October
Headline inflation may have eased year on year in October despite elevated prices of selected commodities and the peso’s recent weak performance, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.
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October 31, 2025
The Freeman
Council to gather over heavy equipment 'pull out' dispute
After being caught in a tense discussion, the Cebu City Council called for an executive session to thoroughly discuss the timeline and the circumstances behind the recall of three heavy equipment in Barangay Mabini, which had once been the subject of a dispute between Councilor Pastor Alcover and Mayor Nestor Archival. The executive session is set on Nov. 4.
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October 31, 2025
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Suspect in slay of CIDG officer now in Cebu police custody
Central Visayas Police Regional Director, P/Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, said Manto fled to Metro Manila, after the incident, as there was a region-wide manhunt against him.
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October 31, 2025
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Care, hospital visit ordinance for same-sex partners pushed
A legislator in Cebu City has filed an ordinance recognizing the right to care and hospital visitation rights of same-sex partners in hospitals and facilities within the city. It also aims to ensure their participation in decision-making in the absence of relatives.
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October 31, 2025
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Springdale booters secure another crown
The PAREF Springdale Titans Team A edged past the Abellana National School (ANS), 1-0, to reign supreme in the 2nd Roncales Football Cup at the Dynamic Herb-Borromeo Sports Complex recently.
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