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Business of being paid

Several journalists are drawing flak today after a local chief executive seemingly exposed their business of being paid in exchange for an interview.

2 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

OCTA survey says 85% of Pinoys distrust China

A vast majority of Filipinos distrust China and view it as the nation that poses the greatest threat to the Philippines due to its aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea, according to a new poll by OCTA Research.

2 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

'Over the moon': Alex Eala makes history with epic US Open win

Alexandra Eala produced a jaw-dropping late comeback to carve out a piece of tennis history at the US Open on Sunday (early Monday morning Phl time), becoming the first player from the Philippines to win a Grand Slam singles match with a first round upset of Danish 14th seed Clara Tauson.

1 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

Danao mayor backs LMP-Cebu's call for transparency in flood control deals

Danao City Mayor Ramonito “Nito” Durano III has expressed full support for the call of Cebu town mayors for transparency and accountability in flood control projects.

2 min  |

August 26, 2025
The Freeman

The Freeman

Cebu filmmakers revive calls for own FDCP Cinematheque

Hopes for a Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) Cinematheque Center to be built in Cebu were chanted by local filmmakers and cinephiles during the 15th Binisaya International Film Festival, held from August 17 to 24, as they called for a public theater where they could nurture and showcase their storytelling talents on a screen dedicated to film lovers.

3 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

Museo Sugbo to reopen after a 2-year closure

After two years of closure, Museo Sugbo, one of Cebu’s historical sites, will reopen its doors to the public on a date coinciding with the month-long celebration of the 456th Founding Anniversary of Cebu Province.

2 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

Pampanga's Emma Mary Tiglao wins Miss Grand Philippines 2025

Heavy favorite Emma Mary Tiglao of Pampanga bested 28 other aspirants to win the Miss Grand International (MGI) Philippines 2025 crown.

1 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

Flood victim's kin get aid from Sen. Bong Go

The family of a 24-year-old man who tragically lost his life during the floods in Mandaue City, Cebu, last August 15, recently received condolences and aid from Senator Christopher “Bong” Go.

2 min  |

August 26, 2025

The Freeman

Tap, Scan, Gaan: Gagaan ang Commute Mo sa MRT-3 with GCash!

‘Di na problema ang pagbayad sa commute kapag gamit ang GCash sa MRT-3 rides

3 min  |

August 26, 2025
The Freeman

The Freeman

Abante Minglanilla starts title defense on a high note

Abante Minglanilla kicked off its quest for a historic back-to-back titles with a 97-84 rout of Blissful Sibonga in the Rhea Gullas Cup 2025 Cebu First District 21 Under Basketball Tournament last Saturday, August 23, at the newly-renovated San Fernando Sports Complex.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Blazers secure finals berth

The De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde Blazers overpowered the University of Perpetual Help Altas, 89-75, to stay unbeaten in the Cebu City Inter-Collegiate Invitational Basketball Tournament on Saturday night, August 23, at the Cebu City Sports Institute (CCSI) Gym in Barangay Sawang Calero.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025
The Freeman

The Freeman

Ouano wants Mandaue market code amended

Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano has requested the City Council to amend the market code to make it more competitive with those of Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City, while also ensuring that fees remain reasonable.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Ukraine marks independence day with drone strikes on Russia

Ukraine launched a wave of drone strikes on Russia Sunday, triggering a fire at a nuclear power plant as it celebrated Ukrainian independence day against a backdrop of fading hopes for recent peace efforts.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Cebu City Council urges stricter ASF measures

Following growing concerns over African Swine Fever (ASF), the Cebu City Council has called on the Office of the Mayor to adopt Department of Agriculture (DA) regulations restricting the entry of pork and related products into the city.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

LGUs told: Display PHL flag in prominent spaces

NATIONAL HEROES DAY

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Hypocrisy and the proper motive for all our actions

In a number of instances, Christ lamented over the hypocrisy of some of the leading Jews of his time. At one point, he said: \"Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock the Kingdom of heaven before men. You do not enter yourselves, nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter.\" (Mt 22,13) And more “Woe to yous” followed after that.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Students challenged to reimagine future of travel thru Al innovations

The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has officially launched CEB-i Hacks, an Al-powered innovation challenge aimed at empowering young Cebuano minds to reimagine the future of tourism and travel.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

US tariffs fail to deter investor interest in ecozone spaces

Investor inquiries for ecozone spaces have remained strong even as the United States has imposed reciprocal tariffs and plans to implement other protectionist policies, according to Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Economic Estates.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

DOH to hire new nursing graduates, underboards

The Department of Health (DOH) is offering employment to new nursing graduates and those who have yet to take their licensure examination.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Cebu Greats win fifth straight

The Cebu Greats staged a fierce endgame attack to fend off the Valenzuela City Magic, 97-93, and extend their winning streak to five games in the Manny Pacquiao presents 1xBet-MPBL 2025 Season last Saturday evening, August 23, at the Nueva Ecija Coliseum.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Mental health counselors in public schools sought

With incidents of depression and suicide among students on the rise, Camarines Sur Rep. Luigi Villafuerte has urged the government to designate mental health professionals in all public schools and state universities and colleges (SUCs) nationwide.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

City Council seeks opinions on SRP pedestrian overpass

The Cebu City Council has sought comments and recommendations from concerned offices, including the City Legal Office, on the proposed construction of a pedestrian overpass along the Cebu South Coastal Road before approving the right-of-way acquisition agreement.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Barbie Forteza's 'Kontrabida Academy' among Netflix's September offerings

Here's a selection of titles that will be added to Netflix this coming September:

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

‘The Life of Chuck’ delivers poignant tale of life and death

Life does not end with its conclusion, but rather with its beginning. That's what Mike Flanagan's adaptation of Stephen King's short story tells viewers in this bittersweet coming-of-age tale about living life to the fullest.

2 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

CTA bars BIR from collecting P8.6B Marcos estate tax from SMC shares

The Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) First Division has partially granted a petition by San Miguel Corp. (SMC), stopping the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) from collecting P8.6 billion in estate taxes from the estate of the late president Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

The middle class are heroes

OFW remittances and the BPO earnings, have raised the middle class percentage to 65%, making it the main driver of private consumption of the GDP/economy.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

CCTO steps up crackdown vs illegal parking in Lahug

The Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO) has intensified its enforcement operations against illegally parked vehicles along Veterans Drive in Nivel Hills, Barangay Lahug, to address persistent traffic obstructions in the area.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Assessment of 4Ps families in CV on

The Department of Social Welfare and Development-7 has intensified its monitoring of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) households in Central Visayas through a regionwide Social Welfare and Development Indicators (SWDI) assessment.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

Sec. Angara wants DepEd data portal made available to public

Education Secretary Sonny Angara pushes for the public release of school-level education data, dubbed as the “Paaralang Bukas Dashboard,” to empower parents, teachers, local governments, and civil society with deeper insights into the state of learning across the country.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025

The Freeman

AKIRA KURATA RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE DAHIL SA'YO

Sparkle artist Akira Kurata marks his entry into the music scene with the release of his first single, “Dahil Sa’yo,” under GMA Playlist.

1 min  |

August 25, 2025