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'Sunshine' aims to spark dialogue on society's 'cruelty' towards women
After making rounds at festival circuits such as at last year's Toronto International Film Festival and the Berlin International Film Festival (nicknamed Berlinale) last January, Antoinette Jadaone and Maris Racal's “Sunshine” has arrived home in the Philippines exclusively at SM Cinemas, making its wide release last July 23.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
THIS YEAR'S "PHILIPPINE TERNO GALA" (2 OF 2)
It's been said that good design speaks without needless fluffs and frills — that it is there the moment you see it.
1 min |
July 27, 2025
The Freeman
TREASURE THE MOMENTS WITH YOUR LOVED ONES
A recent post on the Mimi Bengkeng TV page on Facebook strew reverberations of emotions into my heart.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Knock 'em dead
Well, we knew who won that boxing match.
3 min |
July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Bus crash in Peruvian Andes kills 18
A bus plunged into a ravine in the Peruvian Andes on Friday, killing at least 18 people, a health official said.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
451 persons fall in PRO-7's relentless operations in June
The Police Regional Office (PRO) 7 reported a total of 451 individuals arrested in a series of relentless manhunt operations enforced by the Police Regional Office 7 (PRO-7) in June.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Beermen relish return to PBA glory
The road may have been long, but the prize at the end was surely worth the journey.
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July 27, 2025
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V-League Visayas finals to spice up today's PVL action
The highly anticipated finals showdown of the inaugural V-League Visayas will take place today at the Recoletos Coliseum of the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Basak Campus in Cebu City.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Gianna Jun returns in spy thriller 'Tempest'
When an assassination attempt is made on a presidential candidate, a multinational conspiracy involving rogue nations, security agencies, and classified intelligence will threaten the stability of the Korean peninsula in “Tempest” — a new Korean spy thriller launching September 10 exclusively on Disney+.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu looking to re-boost tourism
Amid an 18% decline in Korean tourist arrivals, Cebu is taking steps to strengthen flights, gastronomy, and community based tourism to attract a more diverse international market.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu sets Guinness World Record for largest claw machine
Cebu has officially made history as PlayFair at TOPS unveiled the world's largest claw machine, earning a coveted spot in the Guinness World Records.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Two "first in decades" scenes
A caucus examines the order of business of the city council’s agenda of a forthcoming session.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Fake Al photos of Trump with Epstein flood internet
Fake AI-generated photos and videos purporting to show Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein socializing with underage girls have flooded social media, racking up millions of views, researchers said Friday.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Archival eyes collab with fellow electrical engineers
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival urged fellow electrical engineers and other experts in the industry for a stronger collaboration with the city government that he is leading in pursuing sustainability and equitable development.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Hazardous and infectious
A Provincial Board member is calling attention to recent reports of hazardous and infectious waste allegedly being improperly disposed of in various towns.
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July 27, 2025
The Freeman
Weather death toll now 30
The death toll left by the consecutive cyclones and the southwest monsoon rains left at least 30 people dead, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Saturday, July 26.
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July 27, 2025
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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July 26, 2025
The Freeman
Thailand's PM warns of war with Cambodia
AS 138,000 FLEE FIGHTING
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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