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The Freeman
After retaining most agency chiefs, Marcos to review undersecretaries
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said his administration’s performance review has expanded to undersecretaries across all government agencies after most Cabinet members passed his initial evaluation.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Archival wants honor graduates, topnotchers
Less than a month before he officially assumes office, Cebu City Mayor-elect Nestor Archival is calling on Latin honor graduates and board topnotchers to join his transition team and help “re-engineer” the Cebu City Government.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Danao Pistoleros, Catmon Mighty Bakers dominate Frasco Cup
The Danao City Pistoleros and the Catmon Mighty Bakers reigned supreme in the Cong. Duke Frasco Cup 2025 Under 25 Tournament at the Panphil B. Frasco Memorial Sports Complex in Liloan, Cebu recently
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue schools expect rise in kinder enrollment
Mandaue City is anticipating an increase in kindergarten enrollment for School Year 2025-2026 following the Department of Education's (DepEd) updated age requirement for incoming learners.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Stricter customs rules imposed to protect OFW balikbayan boxes
In a move aimed at safeguarding the valuable packages sent home by millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has introduced new regulations to ensure the safe and timely delivery of balikbayan boxes.
2 min |
June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Chase Tower Runs rules Crossover 3x3 cage wars
Three weeks since they defended their throne in Dayo23 Streetball Invitational, Cebu's Chase Tower Runs (CTR) secured another 3x3 basketball crown.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Fête de la Musique Cebu '25 features 8 stages and over 50 performers
The 2024 lineup at Fête de la Musique Cebu was an ideal one for festival director Dexter Sy, who praised the global festival as a major opportunity for Cebuano artists and a reflection of the local scene's diversity.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Banks' bad loans ratio worsens
The proportion of soured loans in the banking system rose to its highest level in five months in April, driven by weak income growth and slower business activity.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Ford Philippines to rollout EVs by end-2025
Ford Philippines is gearing up to rollout its Electrified Vehicle (EV) lineup to the local market before the end of 2025, as part of the company’s broader strategy to align with global trends in sustainable mobility while expanding its footprint in high-growth regions like Cebu.
2 min |
June 11, 2025
The Freeman
The PNP OLC Foundation: Service driven by care and compassion
Mary Rose Marbil paved the way for wellness to thrive in the police force
2 min |
June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Zelensky urges US, Europe response to Russian attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called on the United States and Europe to respond to a fresh bout of Russian attacks of more than 300 drones and seven missiles.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
4K seniors in Cebu City yet to claim Q2 aid
Over 4,000 senior citizens from Cebu City have yet to claim their second-quarter financial assistance from the city, and will have until June 20 to do so or else will be forfeited.
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June 11, 2025
The Freeman
Disney's Snow White debuts June 11 on Disney+
Whether from the comfort of their living room or an enchanted forest, audiences of all ages can experience the magic and music of \"Disney's Snow White\" when the film streams exclusively on Disney+ on June 11.
1 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Israel diverts Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat on Monday morning, preventing the activists onboard, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg, from reaching the blockaded Palestinian territory.
3 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Criminal operations hidden among homes
Wednesday evening last week, the National Bureau of Investigation raided a house in a subdivision in Barangay Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, in connection with alleged cybercrime activities.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
LTO cracks down on 205 driving schools for license irregularities
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has intensified its nationwide crackdown on driving schools, issuing show cause orders to 205 institutions for alleged violations, including falsifying records and issuing certificates without proper procedures.
1 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Motion to dismiss the impeachment
Since under the law, the Senate acts as an impeachment court, it follows that any interested party may file a motion to dismiss the articles of impeachment based on legal grounds.
3 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue public school pupils getting free school supplies
The Mandaue City Government, through the Special Education Fund (SEF), has allocated P80 million for free school supplies for public school students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.
2 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Paulo Avelino joins Star Magic
Award-winning actor and one of the country’s most sought-after leading men, Paulo Avelino, remains a Kapamilya as he officially came home and joined the Star Magic family, ABS-CBN's premier talent agency.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Sara's defense ready for trial, but calls process 'flawed'
Vice President Sara Duterte's defense team is prepared to confront the charges against her in an impeachment trial even as they maintain that the process itself is constitutionally flawed.
2 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
19 days 'not enough' to try Sara Duterte
The 19-day timeline proposed by Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino is not enough to present evidence, a House prosecutor said, cautioning against a rushed impeachment trial.
2 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
VP Duterte allies: Junkimpeachment
In a growing show of defiance against the impending impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, the DDS Sara All Confederation and Duterte’s legal defense team issued separate but aligned statements Monday, denouncing the process as unconstitutional, politically motivated, and designed to derail her rising influence ahead of the 2028 elections.
3 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
CLI ushers sustainable living with latest township project
Publicly-listed real estate developer Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) has unveiled Pristina Town, a 7.2-hectare mixed-use township in northern part of Cebu City, marking a strategic move to cement its dominance in one of the Philippines' fastest-growing urban corridors.
2 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
DepEd-7 launches Brigada Eskwela 2025
The Department of Education Region-7 officially launched Brigada Eskwela 2025 at the Carmen Central Elementary School with a push for literacy and stakeholder involvement.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Cheerful-Langga ng Cebu Rain Celmar longs to 'B Luvd'
\"Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11\" finalist Rain Celmar has launched her debut extended play (EP) “b luvd” that explores themes of love and life from a young adult's perspective.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Ukrainian drones force suspension of Russian electronics factory
Work at an electronics factory in Russia’s Chuvashia region, some 600 kilometers east of Moscow, was briefly suspended on Monday after a Ukrainian drone attack, local officials said.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Thunder bounces back, routs Pacers to level NBA Finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder, fueled by an efficient 34 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, thumped the Indiana Pacers, 123-107, punching back hard to level the NBA Finals at one game apiece.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Majority want Sara to face trial
Public opinion is clear: an overwhelming majority of Filipinos believe Vice President Sara Duterte should face her impeachment trial in the Senate.
3 min |
June 10, 2025
The Freeman
THIS YEAR'S “SANTACRUZAN SA SUGBO”
A bevy of accomplished Cebuanas served as the sagalas of this year's \"Santacruzan sa Sugbo\" - the annual bespoke holding of the Santacruzan spearheaded by the Clothes For Life non-profit.
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June 10, 2025
The Freeman
Gasoline hits P5.10 net hike after 4th consecutive week
Motorists will again feel the pinch at the pump on Tuesday, June 10, with gasoline prices rising for a fourth week in a row, bringing this year’s total increase for gasoline to P5.10 — the steepest yet.
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