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The Freeman
'#Ishiba Don't quit': Unlikely support grows for Japan PM
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s future is uncertain but an unlikely campaign for him to stay was growing online this week, including from people who are his natural political opponents.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Zelensky: Discussion starts for possible Putin meeting
Negotiators from Moscow and Kyiv discussed the possibility of a direct meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin during their meeting in Istanbul this week, Zelensky said.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Hong Kong issues bounties for 19 overseas activists
Hong Kong police announced bounties Friday for information leading to the arrest of 19 overseas activists, accusing them of national security crimes.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
ARQ's "Engkwentro 16" in Kalunasan today
Reigning World Boxing Organization (WBO) Oriental super featherweight king Rodex “The Tank” Piala will lead four champions of ARQ Stable who will be showcasing their skills in the “Engkwentro 16” fight card of ARQ Sports Promotions today (Saturday, July 26) at the Barangay Kalunasan Gym in Cebu City.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
A double tragedy
Not just one but two lives were lost after a pregnant woman wasn't able to receive the emergency procedure she needed.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Students protest vs. CNU's full online scheme
Cebu Normal University (CNU) has come under fire from students following its abrupt transition to fully online classes, a move that the administration defends as a temporary but necessary step in its P2-billion modernization program.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Come join our hungry/ malnourished children!
Yolanda and Odette typhoons).
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Thailand's PM warns of war with Cambodia
AS 138,000 FLEE FIGHTING
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
'Reverse victimization'
The Mandaue City Council on Monday, July 21, invited the Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) of the Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) to clarify its policies on the detention or arrest of drivers involved in vehicular accidents that result in death or injury, according to a report from The FREEMAN.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Hilton returns to Cebu with township project
Hilton International is making its return to Cebu, partnering with Manila-based Primeworld Land Holdings Inc. to anchor a new township project in Mactan with a branded hotel.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Hospital staff face suspension
\"The doctors are really close to my heart, but if there’s mismanagement, I will not hesitate to go after you,\" she warned.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu leg of PVL on Tour this weekend
Cebuano fans will be treated to a highly-entertaining, top-tier volleyball action this weekend via the Cebu leg of the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour at the Recoletos Coliseum of the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Basak Campus in Cebu City.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Oplan Pakigsandurot re-launched
With hopes to revitalize the active community involvement in promoting peace and order in Cebu City, Councilor Pablo \"Paul\" Labra II urged the public to contribute to the Oplan Pakigsandurot.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
US, Mexico to fund border river cleanup
The United States and Mexico have agreed to fund projects to reduce wastewater pollution in the Tijuana River, seeking to end a longstanding transboundary sewage crisis.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Taiwan opposition protests ahead of recall vote
Taiwan's main opposition will protest on Friday ahead of unprecedented recall elections targeting its lawmakers that could tip the balance of power to President Lai Ching-te's party.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
What Trump's tariffs mean for Filipinos
After President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s first-ever meeting with US President Donald Trump, Washington’s tariffs on Philippine goods have seemingly settled at 19%—slightly lower than the previous round but still higher than the original rate.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
7 children die in India school roof collapse
At least seven children were killed and 26 others injured Friday after part of the roof and walls of a government-run school collapsed in western India, police said.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Unconstitutional
It may be recalled that four impeachment complaints were filed against Duterte within a span of three months.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Journey to 256T trees launched
The journey to planting 256,000 trees, in honor of the number of voters that Mayor Nestor Archival Sr. garnered during the midterm elections, officially began with a tree-planting activity yesterday.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Groups to protest during SONA
Just days before President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA), different progressive and labor groups in Cebu launched a scathing critique of his administration, accusing it of exacerbating poverty, failing to curb inflation, and intensifying political repression.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Akbayan files motion vs Sara's petition to junk impeachment
Rep. Perci Cendaña (Akbayan Party-list) filed a motion to intervene on Friday, July 25, before the Supreme Court on the petition of Vice President Sara Duterte to dismiss her impeachment.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Pedro Pascal hopes to give Marvel bounce with Fantastic Four reboot
American-Chilean actor Pedro Pascal stars as a stretchy Earth savior in Marvel's latest blockbuster \"The Fantastic Four: First Steps,\" which will test the appetite for more superhero films.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Storms, monsoon rains leave at least 25 dead
At least 25 people have reportedly died following the impact of cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong, along with southwest monsoon (habagat) rains, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported on Friday, July 25.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Computers, phones in 'scam hub' seized
Following the report on the alleged scam hub in Barangay Alang-Alang, Mandaue City, where eight Chinese nationals and one local were arrested for human trafficking, authorities have seized computer devices and smart phones that are now subject to further investigation.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
City gov't eyes compromise on disputed annex building
After seven years of holding office in a basement plagued by flooding concerns, several members of the Department of Education (DepEd) – Cebu City Division can finally breathe a sigh of relief, as the Cebu City Government is now considering another compromise with the city's Commission on Tourism—the office currently occupying the disputed annex building.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
POGOs are out, what about PIGOs?
Last Tuesday (July 22, 2025) was the first-year anniversary of President Marcos’ declaration (during his SONA) that POGOs (or Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators) must be banned in the country.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
'MMK' finale features snatcher-turned-jail officer
Kapamilya award-winning actor Zaijian Jaranilla brings to life the real-life story of a snatcher-turned-jail officer in the 13th and final episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), with the unfiltered director’s cut streaming exclusively on iWant worldwide.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Tom to Hontiveros: Explain procurement of 16 TV sets
Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña is calling on former vice mayor Donaldo Hontiveros to explain the procurement of 16 brand-new television sets, allegedly remnants from purchases made for the Palarong Pambansa.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
No red carpet for Marcos' 4th SONA, House confirms
There won't be any red carpet fanfare before the president's fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, according to House Secretary Reginald Velasco.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Taliban committing 'violations' against Afghan returnees
The United Nations said Thursday that Taliban authorities were committing human rights violations, including torture and arbitrary detention, against Afghans forced to return by Iran and Pakistan.
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