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Forever Faithful
The deadliest forest fire disaster in US history was the Peshtigo Fire in Northeast Wisconsin.
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August 04, 2025
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Israel PM in 'shock' over hostage videos
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed “profound shock” over videos showing two emaciated hostages in Gaza, with the EU also denouncing the clips on Sunday and demanding the release of all remaining captives after nearly 22 months of war.
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August 04, 2025
The Freeman
ROBBIE JAWORKSI TO PRESENT TODAY'S MUSIC HITS
Kapamilya heartthrob Robbie Jaworski is set to lead the daytoday countdown of top music hits in “MYX Daily Top 10” beginning today, August 4, on MYX YouTube Channel.
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August 04, 2025
The Freeman
Outdoor activities regulation pushed
Following an incident that cost the life of a person during a trekking activity in Barangay Budlaan, the Cebu City Government, through a legislative intervention, has outlined stricter guidelines to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
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August 04, 2025
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There to stay
Claim to that part of the South China Sea. It also serves as the outpost of the Philippine marines that rotate every several months. Supply and repair missions to the ship are almost always harassed by the CCG, using water cannons and physically blocking our smaller boats with their huge coast guard vessels. One of our soldiers has already lost a thumb because of these dirty tactics. The decrepit ship does need repairs to keep it intact and hospitable to the marines.
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August 04, 2025
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SWS Survey: Manila poverty line at P20K
MANILA - Filipino families say they now need at least P12,000 monthly to stay out of poverty, with those in Metro Manila placing the threshold even higher at P20,000, the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Trump deploys nuclear subs in row with Russia
US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines Friday in an extraordinary escalation of what had been an online war of words with a Russian official over Ukraine and tariffs.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Cocky crow
What’s a cockfight or two, every now and then.
3 min |
August 03, 2025
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SpaceX capsule docks with ISS
United States --- An international team of four astronauts aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule docked Saturday with the orbiting International Space Station (ISS).
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August 03, 2025
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Labangon's 45-day discipline campaign gets huge support
Aiming to address community concerns on minors' conduct, public drinking, waste management, and excessive noise, Cebu City Councilor Pablo Labra II vowed to support the 45-day discipline campaign for peace and order in Barangay Labangon.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Love (still) in the air: 'Almost, Maine' returns on Aug. 16
After a warm and enthusiastic reception last July 26, “Almost, Maine” returns to the UP Cebu Performing Arts Hall this August 16 for two encore performances - this time with fresh energy, new chemistry, and two new faces in the mix.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
New push to reach plastic pollution pact
Negotiators will take another stab at reaching a global pact on plastic pollution at talks opening Tuesday in Geneva but they face deep divisions over how to tackle the health and ecological hazard.
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August 03, 2025
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DOST-7 wins Best Paper Award
The Department of Science and Technology Region VII (DOST-7) won the Best Paper Award at the 4th International Conference on Governance and Development (ICGD4) held from July 30 to August 2, 2025, at Kasetsart University in Thailand.
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August 03, 2025
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'Wednesday' returns with Jenna Ortega, and a Lady Gaga cameo
Jenna Ortega returns to screens for a second series of “Wednesday,” Netflix’s spin-off of The Addams Family that launched her career and revived Gothic fashion.
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August 03, 2025
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Confused about the zero-balance billing policy?
The government's zero-balance billing policy, touted by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in his fourth address to the nation, has raised more questions than answers.
4 min |
August 03, 2025
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THE BOY IN A WEDDING DRESS
The Bridal Fair was the talk of the town.
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August 03, 2025
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Ancajas returns to boxing ring vs Casero
After a seven-month hiatus, former world super flyweight champion Jerwin “Pretty Boy” Ancajas is set for a ring comeback against Ruben “El Mariachi” Casero of Uruguay in an eight-round, non-title duel under the super bantamweight division today (Sunday, August 3 Philippine time) at the Thunder Studios in Long Beach, California.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Life Is. Fragile
Cherish The Moment
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August 03, 2025
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NBA star Ja Morant dazzles Pinoy fans
NBA star guard Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies made a memorable stop to the Philippines. He graced Nike’s The Courtyard in Taguig City on Friday - the final stop of his “Make Them Watch” tour.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
R'Cebu pushed to continue
The provincial tourism office is pushing for the continuation and expansion of “R'Cebu”, a flagship program of the Cebu Provincial Government that showcases local products and cultural heritage in partnership with the mall, Robinson's Galleria.
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August 03, 2025
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A human rights crisis
It would seem that even the United Nations is now becoming wary of the proliferation of scam hubs in Southeast Asia, including of course the Philippines, that traffic individuals and force them into committing crime.
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August 03, 2025
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Budlaan lone SGLGB winner for 2025 awards in Cebu City
Barangay Budlaan, nestled in the upland area of Cebu City, has once again distinguished itself on the national stage emerging as the only barangay from the city to receive the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays (SGLGB) during the 2025 Liga ng mga Barangay sa Pilipinas National Congress held at the World Trade Center.
2 min |
August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Capitol institutionalizing service delivery network
FOR A RESPONSIVE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
2 min |
August 03, 2025
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All set for 15th Mayor Alegado Cup
Everything is already in place for the 15th Mayor Teresa Alegado Cup set to kick off on September 6 at the Consolacion covered court.
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August 03, 2025
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Senator Imee Marcos files key legislative measures in Senate
Senator Imee R. Marcos has filed a series of priority bills in the 20th Congress, addressing national security, healthcare reform, education, and economic policy.
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August 03, 2025
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THE REBIRTH OF STYLE: VISION EXPRESS REINVENTS ITS FLAGSHIP STORE
Prescription glasses and eyewear retailer
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August 03, 2025
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Contractors, planners pledge to Archival
Cebu City's push for inclusive development and climate resilience continues to gain traction as Mayor Nestor Archival welcomed fresh commitments from two more organizations --the Cebu Contractors Association (CCA) and the Philippine Institute of Environmental Planners (PIEP) Cebu Chapter-- during separate courtesy visits this week.
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City supports NNC's 'Kitchen on Wheels' program
Cebu City is scaling up its efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition through a trio of mobile and community-based interventions that blend emergency response, nutrition education, and food affordability.
2 min |
August 03, 2025
The Freeman
Beyond Tradition and Convention
The wedding gown has long held ties with tradition and convention. It is, after all, the gown that's widely characterized as \"tradition that never goes out of fashion\".
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August 03, 2025
The Freeman
P27.2M shabu seized from live-in partners
An estimated P27.2 million worth of suspected shabu weighed at four kilograms was seized from a live-in couple in a joint buy-bust operation in Barangay Subangdaku, Mandaue City on Friday dawn, August 1.
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