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Win over Iraq gives Gilas shot in the arm
Will Saturday’s FIBA Asia Cup win over Iraq be the spark that awakens the sleeping giant that is Gilas Pilipinas?
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August 11, 2025
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CRYSNELLE'S FIRST 10KM RUN
It was half past two on a rainy and cold Sunday morning. Crysnelle joined her mother in the Run to Tops Event. She stood at the starting line of her first ever 10-kilometer run, holding tightly onto her mother's hand.
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August 10, 2025
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3 Chinese ships spotted near islets close to Taiwan
Three Chinese coast guard vessels were being monitored in the waters off remote islands in the northern Philippines near Taiwan, maritime officials in Manila said on Friday.
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August 10, 2025
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NBA to open new season with blockbuster showdowns
Opening night of the upcoming NBA season will feature the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder hosting Houston and a star-studded clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State.
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August 10, 2025
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Restored Nagasaki bell rings in 80 years since atomic bomb
Twin cathedral bells rang in unison Saturday in Japan's Nagasaki for the first time since the atomic bombing of the city 80 years ago, commemorating the moment of horror.
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August 10, 2025
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Group of shipowners lauds DOTr, MARINA
Cebu’s shipping industry leaders commended the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) for the long-awaited approval of the Minimum Safe Manning Standards for Vessels Engaged in Domestic Trade, a milestone nearly two decades in the making.
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August 10, 2025
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Global stars collide as Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu fires off
The Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu presented by Megaworld promises a fast and furious battle when the starting gun fires today (Sunday, August 10) at the scenic Mactan Newtown.
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August 10, 2025
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Cebuanos urged to test for HIV
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has urged Cebuanos to get tested for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), joining the Department of Health (DOH) and other advocates in calling for the declaration of HIV as a Public Health Emergency in the Philippines amid rising cases nationwide.
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August 10, 2025
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BINI takes on Pinoy game 'Shagidi' in new MV
The Philippines' hottest girl group BINI unleashes their fierce and charismatic side in the newly dropped music video for their latest single “Shagidi,” now streaming on their official YouTube channel.
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August 10, 2025
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Five astronauts leave space station for trip back to Earth
After nearly five months onboard the International Space Station, an international crew of five astronauts began their descent back down to Earth on a SpaceX capsule Friday.
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August 10, 2025
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Marcos set to postpone barangay, Sangguniang Kabataan elections
The barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) will be postponed, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on Friday, August 8.
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August 10, 2025
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The Key to Inner Peace
In the midst of life’s cacophony of chaos and demands of living, its really no wonder that our greatest wish is to have inner peace.
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August 10, 2025
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Bill to upgrade Danao Provincial Hospital pushed
There is now a bill seeking to upgrade the Cebu Provincial Hospital in Danao City into a Level 2 general hospital, to be named the North Cebu Medical Center.
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August 10, 2025
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Chinese tech financier released after probe
Chinese tech financier Bao Fan has been released by Chinese authorities after vanishing from public view over two years ago while “cooperating” with an investigation, a former colleague told AFP Saturday.
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August 10, 2025
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Cebu bets dominate Ironkids
The future of Cebu’s triathlon scene is ablaze with promise as young athletes delivered impressive performances during the Ironkids Cebu at Dusit Thani Mactan yesterday.
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August 10, 2025
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Province to get 10K rabies vaccines
In response to a surge in animal bite cases across the province, the Cebu Provincial Government is set to purchase 10,000 vials of anti-rabies vaccine, marking the first major procurement under Governor Pamela Baricuatro's administration.
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August 10, 2025
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City mulls creation of European-themed cultural village with Hungary as partner
Cebu City acting Mayor Tomas Osmeña welcomed Hungarian Ambassador Titanilla Tóth and a delegation of businessmen in a courtesy visit on Friday, August 8, that opened new avenues for international collaboration.
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August 10, 2025
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Pull back the curtains from the Land of Oz
\"It's wild. It's unbridled. It feels really, really epic,\" is how Elphaba actress Cythnia Erivo describes the closing chapter of the spellbinding film adaptation, \"Wicked: For Good.\" Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film is the end to the untold story of the witches of Oz, Elphaba and Glinda (Ariana Grande).
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August 10, 2025
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Firefighters battle blaze near Athens for 2nd day
Hundreds of firefighters on Saturday battled for a second day a large wildfire near Athens that left one dead, with strong winds raising fears it could spread.
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August 10, 2025
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Pres. Marcos brings home $446M in India investments
After wrapping up his first-ever state visit to India, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. brought home $446 million in investments and said more were on the way.
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August 10, 2025
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Sen. Marcos calls for agricultural reforms
Senator Imee Marcos marked Farmworker Appreciation Day on August 6 with a strong call for reforms in the agricultural sector, citing the persistent challenges faced by Filipino farmers.
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August 10, 2025
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434 nabbed in month-long manhunts across CV
A total of 434 wanted individuals were apprehended during a month-long manhunt operations conducted by the Police Regional Office-7 throughout Central Visayas.
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August 10, 2025
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'Wednesday' fans let their inner outcast loose
Misery loves company. And even though Wednesday Addams may be as antisocial as they come, the adored Addams family heroine has brought together millions of fans across the world in the week leading up to Season 2’s rise from the crypt as Wednesday returned August 6 on Netflix.
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August 10, 2025
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'Freakier Friday' star Manny Jacinto developing sabong film
Filipino-Canadian actor Manny Jacinto has many plans in mind for projects that revolve around Filipino culture, and possibly even star with local artists.
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August 10, 2025
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Cebu hosts Taiwan tourism workshop that highlights cultural exchange
Taiwan’s tourism offerings took center stage in Cebu as the 2025 Taiwan Waves of Wonder Tourism Workshop unfolded at the Niña Ballroom of Radisson Blu Cebu on July 16.
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August 10, 2025
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Gunman kills cop in Atlanta
A gunman killed a police officer Friday near the headquarters of the Centers for Disease Control in the US city of Atlanta before being found dead at the scene, authorities said.
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August 10, 2025
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UC Webmasters crowned champions in Maasin Inter-Collegiate cage wars
The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters tamed the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Khalifa Jaguars, 64-53, to emerge as champions of the 1st Mayor Luz V. Mercado Inter-Collegiate Invitational Basketball Tournament on Friday, August 8, at the Maasin City Gym in Southern Leyte.
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August 10, 2025
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James Reid joins Ji Chang Wook's company
Spring Company, Korea's premier global talent management and content production firm, announced the signing of James Reid, marking a historic milestone as the first Filipino talent to join the company's roster.
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August 10, 2025
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Archival tells brgy execs: We are partners for city's development
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has called on top barangay officials to embrace their role as vital partners in the city’s development, underscoring the importance of grassroots cooperation during the Liga ng mga Barangay—Cebu City 3rd Quarter Assembly held at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino recently
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August 10, 2025
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Trump may use military against drug syndicates
President Donald Trump is moving to target Latin American drug cartels with the military, US media said Friday, after Washington designated several narcotics trafficking groups as \"terrorist\" organizations earlier this year.
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