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The Freeman
Where were the congressmen at the height of Tino?
In times of serious emergencies and most especially, during disasters and calamities, the people expect their leaders to be on top of the rescue, relief, and assistance operations.
3 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Forced evacuation considered- NDRRMC
“Pag huli po humingi tayo ng rescue, nalalagay sa panganib ang buhay ng ating mga kapulisan, sundalo, bumbero at ang Coast Guard natin,” he added.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
One of a kind, Eddiegul leaves an enduring legacy in sports
A pall of gloom descended on the Cebuano community with the passing of highly esteemed public servant, educator, and sportsman Atty. Eduardo Rivera Gullas last Thursday, November 6. He was 95.
3 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
SEC pushes simplified rules on corporate amendments
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aims to further streamline the requirements and procedures for amending a corporation’s articles of incorporation and bylaws to ensure consistency and timeliness in the processing of such transactions.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
People's anger not abating
It has been four months since the initial PBBM expose’ of the DPWH overpriced, substandard, and ghost flood-control projects.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Phl, France seek to boost trade, diversify markets
The Philippines and France are seeking to boost bilateral trade by tapping untapped export opportunities and diversifying markets amid the United States' move to impose higher tariffs on its trading partners.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
How can ICC arrest Bato? Lawyers break it down
Following the revelation that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued a warrant of arrest against Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, questions have been raised regarding how he will be arrested.
3 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
SSS offers calamity loans
The Social Security System (SSS) is now offering its members in Cebu affected by Typhoon Tino the Calamity Loan Program (CLP) until December 5, 2025, which aims to provide immediate financial relief as recovery efforts continue across Cebu.
1 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
China halts ban on export to US of dual-use metals
China suspended an export ban to the United States that had targeted gallium, germanium and antimony, metals crucial for modern technology, Beijing’s commerce ministry announced Sunday in a further deescalation of the trade war with Washington.
1 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Tiny tsunami hits Japan following M6.7 quake
Japan said Sunday evening tiny tsunami waves hit its northern Pacific coast after an offshore 6.7-magnitude earthquake.
1 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Cebuanos asked to conserve water
After one of the city's major water sources sustained damage, Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has called on all Cebuanos to conserve water following his visit to Barangay Lusaran, one of the hardest-hit areas in the aftermath of Typhoon Tino.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue City monitors price freeze compliance
To avoid overpricing and other irregularities following the onslaught of Typhoon Tino, the Mandaue City Government is strictly monitoring retail stores and wholesalers across the city.
2 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City extends help to neighbors
While Cebu City continues to grapple with the aftermath of Typhoon Tino, the city government has extended assistance to neighboring localities in response to urgent calls for support from the cities of Talisay and Mandaue.
1 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
A God-Fearing Woman
Rosie's birthday celebration was unforgettable.
1 min |
November 10, 2025
The Freeman
Heroes and villains
Along with photos and videos of flood devastation appearing in our newsfeeds, there’s also no shortage of videos of people who went above and beyond to help others, even at great risk to their own lives, when the waters rose.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
WHEN YOU LEARN TO LET THINGS BE
It is true that as you grow older, you learn to be wiser and more relaxed in dealing with life. This is a grace which I've learned well to let life's natural flow take its course.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Eric 'Eruption' Tai teams up with 'The Running Man' movie
Get “Running Man” ready.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Ombudsman: ICC arrest warrant vs Dela Rosa out
A warrant of arrest has allegedly been issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa in connection with the Duterte administration’s controversial war on drugs, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Judge: Trump's Guard deployment 'unlawful'
A US federal judge ruled Friday that Donald Trump's National Guard deployment to Portland, Oregon is “unlawful” and ordered it permanently blocked, a legal setback for the president’s use of troops in the country’s cities.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
US extends $1M assistance for typhoon, quake victims
The United States is extending $1 million, or over P58 million, in immediate lifesaving assistance to support victims of Typhoon Kalmaegi (locally known as Tino), successive storms, and the recent Cebu earthquake.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Chinese ship scouts deep- ocean floor
A Chinese research vessel docked in the Cook Islands Saturday as it probed the Pacific nation’s deep-sea mining potential, a fledgling industry of mounting interest to both Beijing and Washington.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Turmoil in tiaras at Miss Universe in Thailand
This year's Miss Universe in Thailand has been marred by ugly drama, with allegations of an insult to a beauty queen's intellect, a walkout by pageant contestants and a tearful tantrum by the host.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
KENKOY AND THE PIXEL PAL
A long time ago, children didn't have smartphones and tablets. There was a funny, cheerful boy named Kenkoy. He was known for being a masayahin (cheerful) boy who could make everyone laugh with his silly jokes and clever tricks.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Restoration in full swing
Meanwhile, CEBECO II, which serves 321 barangays, reported the following energization levels as of 8:00 a.m. on November 8: Bogo City (79 percent), Medellin (89 percent), Daanbantayan (95 percent), San Remigio (70 percent), Tabogon (44 percent), Borbon (32 percent), Sogod (67 percent), Tabuelan (50 percent), Tuburan (41 percent), Catmon (20 percent), Carmen (38 percent), Danao City (14 percent), and Compostela (29 percent).
4 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
8 areas under Signal No. 3 as 'Uwan' rapidly intensifies
More areas in Luzon and Visayas have been placed under wind signals as Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-Wong) rapidly intensified over the Philippine Sea, state weather bureau PAGASA reported on Saturday morning, November 8.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Employers asked to help employees affected by Tino
Mayor Nestor Archival has called on employers in Cebu City to show compassion toward their workers, many of whom continue to face hardship following the recent storm.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
No US officials to attend G20 in South Africa
President Donald Trump said no US officials would attend the G20 summit in South Africa, reviving debunked claims of white Afrikaners being systematically “killed and slaughtered” in the country.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Bucks launch NBA Cup title defense with win over Bulls
The Milwaukee Bucks, fueled by 41 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo, launched their NBA Cup title defense with a 126-110 victory over Eastern Conference leaders Chicago Bulls.
2 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Annual Asylum Fee stayed for now
In what is to be good news for asylum applicants, on Oct. 30, 2025, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland issued an order in Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project v. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, et al., SAG-25-03299 (D. Md.), temporarily staying the Annual Asylum Fee (AAF) which was implemented by USCIS way back in July.
1 min |
November 09, 2025
The Freeman
Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks fail again
Afghanistan’s Taliban government said Saturday the latest round of peace talks with Pakistan in Turkey had failed, blaming Islamabad’s “irresponsible and uncooperative” approach.
2 min |