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The Freeman
Sustainable livelihood eyed for unemployed solo parents
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is eyeing the creation of sustainable livelihood opportunities for unemployed solo parents, outlining initial plans during a recent rice assistance distribution at City Hall.
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December 15, 2025
The Freeman
P12.58M unimplemented disaster projects flagged
More than P12.58 million worth of unimplemented disaster risk reduction projects in the Municipality of Pinamungahan has been flagged by the Commission on Audit (COA) in its annual audit report for 2024, alongside the hiring of consultants that were deemed “irregular or unnecessary.”
1 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Ballet school in Cebu marks new era with formative fairy tale show
Meghan Samonte had played the lead in Ballet Academy of Cebu’s (BAC) last three productions.
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December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Cambodia-Thailand border clashes enter second week
Renewed border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand entered a second week Sunday after Bangkok denied US President Donald Trump's claim that a truce had been agreed to halt the deadly fighting.
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December 15, 2025
The Freeman
2 siblings active in peacekeeping killed in ambush in Sultan Kudarat
Two siblings, both known for their active voluntary support of police and local government peacekeeping efforts, were killed in an ambush on Friday, December 12, in Barangay Udtong, Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat.
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December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu businesses eye trade opportunities with Ukraine
Cebu's private sector is exploring opportunities to deepen business-to-business ties with Ukraine, as companies look beyond traditional markets to diversify trade, technology and investment partnerships, according to leaders of the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI).
2 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Blockchain to help Pinoy farmers access credit, create futures market
Blockchain technology may help Filipino farmers access much-needed financial credit to boost their capital and may even create the country’s commodity futures market, an Asian Institute of Management (AIM) professor said.
2 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Beermen earn share of lead, TNT grabs q'finals ticket
Titleholder San Miguel
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December 15, 2025
The Freeman
Rural electrification on track to hit 94% nationwide
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) expects rural electrification to reach 94 percent by next year, bringing power within reach of more households in the countryside.
1 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
The PhilHealth fiasco
In a system of checks and balance, the Supreme Court has asserted its power to call out both the executive and the legislative branches for violating the Constitution by irregularly taking out the PhilHealth fund and transferring it to the national treasury.
3 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
German defense giants battle over military spending ramp-up
Defense giants are drawing battle lines as Germany rearms, with the old guard arguing for traditional heavy weaponry while startups push for more modern kit such as AI-enabled drones.
3 min |
December 15, 2025
The Freeman
A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS DANCE
Zee loved Christmas more than anyone.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
CEPCA Battle of Champions set today
The stage is set for the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (CEPCA) Battle of Champions 2025 today (Sunday, December 14) at Handuraw Pizza in Barangay Subangdaku, Mandaue City.
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December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Wembanyama expected to return for Spurs in NBA Cup clash with OKC Thunder
San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama is expected to return from a 12-game injury absence just in time for the Spurs' NBA Cup semifinal clash with the mighty Oklahoma City Thunder after being listed as “probable” on the team’s injury report.
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December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Unliquidated cash advances
COA Circular No. 2016-005 defines dormant unliquidated cash advances: \"as those granted to disbursing officers, agency officers, and employees that have remained unmovable for 10 years or more, with collectability or settlement no longer ascertainable.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Anti-crime program receiving low budget
Labra said that, despite the trimmed-down budget, the city government can still implement the peace and order programs, including Oplan Pakigsandurot.
1 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Typhoon-hit families get relief from OVP, civic group
At least 1,700 typhoon-hit families in Talisay and Mandaue City received relief goods from the Office of the Vice President (OVP), while the Golden Icon Awards also conducted a separate relief operation in Compostela, as assistance efforts continue for communities affected by the recent calamity.
1 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Quack quandary
Anti-dynasty bill?
3 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Bato dela Rosa absent from bicam
Sen, Bato dela Rosa continued his prolonged absence from work, even though he was delegated as a representative of the Senate to the bicameral conference committee (bicam) on Saturday, December 13.
1 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Sanctuary, a broken record played
From what little experience I have, the term “broken record” had nothing to do with the environment.
3 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
More government services now online
Residents in Central Visayas can now access various government services more conveniently following the opening of the Bagong Pilipinas eGovPH serbisyo hub in Barangay Subangdaku, Mandaue City.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
What's next for ABS-CBN and TV5 after their potential fallout?
Is it truly the end of the collaboration era between the Kapamilya and Kapatid networks?
3 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Carmen Public Market almost finished
The Carmen Public Market is now nearing completion, marking a major milestone in the district's efforts to modernize public infrastructure and improve local commerce, this according to Cebu 5th District Rep. Duke Frasco.
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December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu restaurants make Michelin Guide debut
The culinary landscape in Cebu received a historic boost as the Department of Tourism (DOT) led the Resto-Run Michelin Guide Plaque Distribution and Restaurant Caravan (Cebu leg), marking the province's inclusion in the inaugural 2026 Michelin Guide Philippines.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Helicopter service launched
A helicopter service that now offers a dedicated air route connecting Tuburan and Bantayan has just been launched.
1 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
VP Duterte hits revived plunder, graft raps as ‘fishing expedition’
Vice President Sara Duterte rejected plunder and graft complaints filed against her and several former and current officials of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Department of Education (DepEd), calling the move “another fishing expedition” meant to justify an investigation and cover up corruption.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
LIFE'S ESSENCE
With the threat of calamities and the fear that they strike in our hearts, we cannot help but feel helpless and fear the unknown.
1 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Magis Eagles soar to historic five-peat
From one big fight to one big five.
2 min |
December 14, 2025
The Freeman
Ginebra mauls Terrafirma, keeps twice-to-beat playoff bid alive
The rampaging Barangay Ginebra Kings primed up for an overseas clash against Rain or Shine next week in Bahrain with a 108-77 whipping of the Terrafirma Dyip in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup on Friday night at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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December 14, 2025
The Freeman
It starts with intolerance
As per foreign reports, four Afghan men were ordered to report to the Taliban government's Department of Vice and Virtue for dressing in costumes inspired by the British TV series “Peaky Blinders”.
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