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BisayaFlix's 'HugYaw' aims to be noontime show for the Bisdak
Emerging local streaming platform BisayaFlix aims to bring back that Bisdak-flavored energy with its variety show “HugYaw”, which will premiere on June 29 and will air new episodes every Sunday noon on the BisayaFlix streaming app.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
City Council oks ordinance
Despite those appeals, Councilor Joy Pesquera stressed the urgency of passing the measure, noting that while the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) was passed in 2006, it had yet to be integrated into the city’s zoning ordinance.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
PRC-7 inaugurates new regional office in Cebu
The Professional Regulation Commission Regional Office VII (PRC-7) inaugurated its new building in Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City, on June 25, Wednesday.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Maki sings of yearning for love that doesn't grow old
Maki has introduced a new hue with his latest single “Kahel na Langit,” inspired by one’s “person” who provides comfort and solace.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Taiwan ex-soldier sentenced after spying for China
Taiwan's High Court on Wednesday sentenced a former soldier to two years and two months in prison for photographing and leaking confidential military documents to China.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Balunan girds for toughest challenge in his budding career
The undefeated Cebuano ring gladiator Christian Balunan braces for what could be the most challenging battle of his budding career as he takes on two-time world champion Vic Saludar in an all-Filipino International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight title eliminator on July 27 in Seoul, South Korea.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Austria eyes more Filipino workers to fill labor gaps
The government of Austria is intensifying efforts to attract skilled professionals from the Philippines as it confronts persistent labor shortages across key sectors including healthcare, hospitality, engineering, and information technology.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Elderly man found dead in Argao town
An elderly man was found lifeless in a creek in Sitio Bagacay, Barangay Canbantug, Argao town, southern Cebu, around 10:02 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
NBA team owners approve sale of Wolves
NBA team owners have unanimously approved the sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor to Marc Lore and retired baseball star Alex Rodriguez, the league announced Tuesday.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Massive fire razes 100 homes in Talisay City
The fire swept across an estimated 1,700 square meters and rapidly spread through tightly packed homes made mostly of light materials.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Freddie deserves it
Following the death of folk singer and OPM icon Freddie Aguilar last May 27 at the age of 72 due to multiple organ failure, Senator Robinhood Padilla filed a proposed resolution to make a national artist out of him.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
S&P lifts Philippines growth outlook
S&P Global Ratings has raised its economic growth forecast for the Philippines this year, citing reduced global trade uncertainty following the easing of US-China tariffs, as well as benign inflation that gives the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) space to resume monetary easing.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Heard or Hushed?
As you read this today, the decision of the Cebu Council about the CLUP/Zoning Ordinance in their last session yesterday will have been announced and reported.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
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Thunder celebrates first NBA title with Oklahoma City parade
Oklahoma City Thunder players slapped hands with fans and let supporters touch the NBA championship trophy during a parade on Tuesday (Wednesday Phl time) to celebrate the team's first title.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Tabogon LGU probes dumping of hazardous medical waste
The local government of Tabogon, Cebu, has launched an investigation into the unauthorized disposal of medical waste along the road in Barangay Libjo on Tuesday, June 24.
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June 26, 2025
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Trump whirlwind tests NATO gathering unity
Will he play nice? That was the question for NATO leaders nervously waiting to see if a carefully choreographed show to please US President Donald Trump would pay dividends as the alliance summit began on Wednesday.
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June 26, 2025
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Five Cebu City barangays given drug-cleared status
Five barangays were declared “drug-cleared” after meeting the requirements of Cebu City’s campaign against illegal drugs during the second quarterly meeting of the Anti-Drug Abuse Council held at the Cebu City Hall on Monday, June 23.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
UN rapporteur to Marcos administration: Set consequences for red-tagging officials
A United Nations special rapporteur has urged the Marcos administration anew to end the vilification of rights defenders, saying the absence of an official policy does not excuse government inaction against the dangerous practice of red-tagging.
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June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Council bids farewell in final session
Unlike the often tense and spirited debates that marked their term, members of the 16th Sangguniang Panlungsod shared a moment of warmth and gratitude in their final regular session on Wednesday, reflecting on their legislative journeys and bidding each other farewell.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
The Freeman
Outgoing SP lauds Gwen for achievements
The 16th Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Cebu gave a plaque of appreciation to outgoing Governor Gwendolyn Garcia last Monday, June 23, 2025 in recognition of her leadership during her time as governor.
2 min |
June 25, 2025
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Dream Big, Bigasan Hub x CKBA crowned champions
INAUGURAL VISAYAS G HOOPS
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June 25, 2025
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PUV drivers, operators to receive fuel subsidy
Public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators—regardless of whether they are part of consolidated cooperatives under the PUV Modernization Program—are set to receive fuel subsidies from the national government amid surging fuel prices driven by ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
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June 25, 2025
The Freeman
LeBron feels great
NBA superstar LeBron James worked out for the first time since suffering a knee injury two months ago, saying he felt great after posting video clips of his session on social media.
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June 25, 2025
The Freeman
How elections set off government shakeups
While the Senate steals the show with a presidential tug-of-war amid the impeachment trial, the House of Representatives is also seeing its own political maneuvering, as new contenders have emerged to challenge the speakership.
4 min |
June 25, 2025
The Freeman
World facing 'most complex' situation
The world is facing the “most complex” geopolitical situation seen in decades, the head of the World Economic Forum (WEF) told AFP Tuesday, warning that turmoil was “impacting global growth”.
2 min |
June 25, 2025
The Freeman
Trump: Iran-Israel ceasefire in force
US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was in force on Tuesday, urging both sides to “not violate it” on the 12th day of the war between the two arch-foes.
3 min |
June 25, 2025
The Freeman
Logistics firm unveils franchise plans to boost domestic reach
Cebu-based ALiN Cargo Express Corporation (ACEC) is making an aggressive push into the domestic logistics market, unveiling plans to roll out franchises in 21 key locations across the Philippines as it seeks to capitalize on the sector's strong growth trajectory and rising demand for integrated services.
1 min |
June 25, 2025
The Freeman
'Squid Game' by the numbers: How Player 456 Took Over the World
Squid Game has taken the world by storm, with nearly 600 million views to date across the first two seasons alone.
3 min |
June 25, 2025
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Frasco denies speakership interest
Cebu Fifth District Rep. Duke Frasco has denied reports suggesting he is eyeing the House speakership, reiterating instead his call for a unifying leadership in the chamber.
1 min |
June 25, 2025
The Freeman
Only with Christ can we bear good and imperishable fruit
Christ himself said so. “Remain in me, as I remain in you, says the Lord; whoever remains in me will bear much fruit,” he said. (Jn 15,4a.5b) We need to take these words more seriously so we can begin to act and to live according to those divine words.
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