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The Freeman
Untimely to depose the president
No matter how many among you are calling for the president's resignation, it will not happen. Not yet, anyway.
3 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
No political dynasties, lesser corruption
The concentration of wealth and income to the members of the dynasties, also diminishes consumption expenditures, as these families buy luxuries or spend their money outside of their areas or outside the country.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
AFP welcomes ex-generals commitment to Constitution
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) welcomed the manifesto of support and solidarity from the Association of General and Flag Officers (AGFO), saying that the retired leaders' stance against destabilization reaffirms the military’s commitment to the Constitution.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Biz leaders rally behind Cebu's rebuilding efforts
Cebu's top business group is calling on private firms to take a frontline role in rebuilding the province after a powerful earthquake and the devastation left by typhoon Tino, warning that delays in recovery could undercut investor confidence already rattled by governance concerns.
2 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
That P500 noche buena meal
Netizens and people from all walks of life reacted strongly after the Department of Trade and Industry said P500 is enough for a simple noche buena meal for Christmas.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Australia arrests dozens in coal port protest
Australian police said Sunday they had arrested dozens of people during climate protests that claim to have halted two cargo ships at one of the world’s biggest coal export ports.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City Council demands explanation
DELAY IN THE RELEASE OF UNIFORMS
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Pinay OFW killed in HK fire; another hurt for saving baby
The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong confirmed that a Filipina domestic worker died in the massive fire that swept through Tai Po district, one of the deadliest in the city’s history.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
WTO: Global goods trade slows as tariff frontrunning ends
Global merchandise trade slowed last quarter as the boost seen earlier this year from front-loading of orders ahead of US tariffs faded, the World Trade Organization said.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
P500 noche buena don't exist
AVERAGE COST IS AT P1,673 BASED ON MARKET PRICES
4 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
PhilHealth-7 holds retooling to boost claims processing
PhilHealth Regional Office VII, through its Health Care Delivery Management Division, recently held a two-day retooling activity titled “ReachOut Forward: Strengthening Our Partners in Health.”
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
'END OF AN ERA': MTV PULLING PLUG ON GLOBAL MUSIC CHANNELS
MTV kick-started a new era of music and pop culture in 1981, when it went on air for the first time, emblematically playing “Video Killed the Radio Star” as its debut music video.
3 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Webmasters seal Top 2 spot, twice-to-beat edge in semis
Ricofer Sordilla delivered a breakout performance as the University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters survived a frantic final seconds to escape with a 58-56 victory over the Benedicto College (BC) Cheetahs in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Saturday night, November 29, at the Cebu Coliseum.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Typhoons trim abaca output
Local abaca production has dropped by over five percent according to latest industry data, with the downturn largely attributed to widespread typhoon damage that affected key farming areas across the country.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Thousands join protest vs flood control fraud
Thousands massed in Manila on Sunday demanding accountability over a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure scandal that has seen scores of officials, lawmakers and construction firm owners accused of corruption.
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Trump ramps up Venezuela threats, warns airspace 'closed'
US President Donald Trump sharply escalated his threats against Venezuela on Saturday with an ominous warning that the country’s airspace should be considered “closed,” raising fears of imminent military action.
3 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
'Graft destroys nation's future'
Uy condemned corruption as a force far more destructive than natural disasters.
2 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
50 children treated to a museum tour
As part of the National Children's Month celebration, Arte ni Juana gathered 50 beneficiaries from SOS Children's Village Talamban for its Annual Museum Tour, aimed at introducing young participants to Cebu's rich history and heritage through immersive learning outside the classroom.
2 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Subdued November inflation expected
November inflation is expected to remain subdued but may post a slight uptick due to weather-related supply disruptions, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
1 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
'Hook Up' is Cebu's latest hit musical with an important message
“Where do good Catholic boys like me meet other good Catholic boys like me?” says Tim, one of the lead characters of “Hook Up: The Musical,” who is on a quest to find love in a world full of hookups.
3 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Floods hit Sri Lanka's capital as cyclone deaths near 200
Entire areas of Sri Lanka's capital were flooded on Sunday after a powerful cyclone triggered heavy rains and mudslides across the island, with authorities reporting nearly 200 dead and dozens more missing.
2 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
Phl pushes ASEAN for a sustainable “one tourism destination”, unified visa
The Department of Tourism (DoT) said on Thursday that the Philippines is advocating for a “one tourism destination” for sustainability and the establishment of a unified visa for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
2 min |
December 01, 2025
The Freeman
THE CHRISTMAS TREE OF HOPE
It was already the holiday season, but the air in Barangay San Isidro didn't smell of roasted ham or sweet bibingka. Instead, it smelled of mud, damp clothes, and the faint scent of loss. Typhoon Tino had swept through the town just weeks before, leaving behind broken homes and shattered memories. Families now lived under rows of tents lined along the barangay road, just by the river.
2 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Gilas obliterates Guam in opener of World Cup qualifiers
Gilas Pilipinas blew past debuting Guam, 87-46, for a rousing start in its FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers campaign last Friday night.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
NEVER HURT YOUR MOTHER
I came by a very simple but profound post one evening while I was scrolling on Facebook: \"Never hurt your mother.
2 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Moldova closes airspace after fresh drone breach
Moldova, which borders Ukraine, closed its airspace for about an hour overnight after a new drone incursion, its defense ministry said Saturday.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu Province recognized for info initiatives
In its commitment to transparency and public access to information, the Cebu Provincial Government has been honored at the 2025 Freedom of Information (FOI) Awards for being among the newly-recognized local government units (LGUs).
2 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Lancers brighten up Top 2 bid
The three-time defending champions University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers pulled a repeat 81-68 performance over the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguars to bolster their Top 2 campaign in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Friday night, November 28, at the Cebu Coliseum.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Ukraine Embassy slams Russia's claim of Filipino recruitment for war
The Ukraine Embassy in Manila categorically denied Russia's allegation that Filipinos are being recruited to fight alongside Ukrainian troops, calling the accusation a \"baseless fabrication\" and part of Moscow's broader disinformation efforts in Southeast Asia.
2 min |
November 30, 2025
The Freeman
Coco, Jake share action scene tips to Roja stars
Donny Pangilinan and Kyle Echarri are painting the country red as their new Kapamilya action-drama series, \"Roja,\" claimed the number one spot on Netflix Philippines' Top TV Shows after its November 21 premiere.
1 min |