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Phl, America's Most Strategic ally in Asia-Pacific
Taiwan is about to be repossessed by China if Japan makes a preemptive move.
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January 13, 2026
The Freeman
DPWH to scrap Cabral's formula for district budgets
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon pledged on Monday, January 12, to scrap the so-called “parametric formula” used to determine district-level allocations, following allegations it was manipulated to allow corruption.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Thunder beats the Heat as Wolves edge Spurs
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sparked defending champion Oklahoma City to victory while Anthony Edwards led Minnesota’s last-minute fightback to beat San Antonio.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Fuel prices rise despite rollback projections
Fuel prices rose this week instead of declining as industry experts earlier projected.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Baby Lancers, Junior Wildcats now 3-0 in CESAFI U15 caging
The defending champions University of the Visayas (UV) Baby Lancers and the Cebu Institute of Technology-University (CIT-U) Junior Wildcats stretched their perfect records to 3-0 in the 15 Under division of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Sunday, January 11, at the UV-Main Gymnasium on Colon Street, Cebu City.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Isn't there a better way?
Every January, devotees of the Black Nazarene gather in Manila for the Traslacion, the procession of the statue and its carriage around Quiapo church.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
TRUMP VOWS US will take Greenland 'one way or the other'
President Donald Trump said Sunday the United States would take Greenland “one way or the other,” warning that Russia and China would “take over” if Washington didn’t act.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
ABS-CBN teases 2026 lineup headlined by top Kapamilya stars
ABS-CBN unveiled its lineup of fresh and returning programs for 2026, which is a mix of romance, action, drama, and reality competitions, top-billed by some of its biggest and brightest stars.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
TNT a win away from finals, Ginebra evens series
Poy Erram got the call and responded big time, leading TNT to the doorstep of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
‘One Battle After Another’, ‘Hamnet’ triumph at Golden Globes
\"One Battle After Another\" reigned supreme at the Golden Globes yesterday, winning best comedy, while \"Hamnet\" sprung a surprise by taking best drama film at the splashy Hollywood ceremony.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
‘Rejection is redirection’
South Korean singer-songwriter EJAE gave hope to millions like her who had been rejected in the past with her win at the Golden Globes earlier on Monday, January 12 (Philippine time).
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Drag queens find their space in celebrating Sinulog
Following the success of the “Dragdagulan Na Sa Sinulog” show last year, the top three of Drag Den Season 2 — Deja, Mrs. Tan, and Moi Taura, along with Cebuana finalist Maria Lava staged a round two for 2026 and possibly turn it into an annual Sinulog celebration.
4 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Murder raps filed vs cop in Sibulan bar shooting
Multiple counts of murder have been filed against a police officer in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman and three fellow policemen in Barangay Tubtubon, Sibulan, Negros Oriental Friday last week.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Iranian leadership wants to negotiate
AFTER REPORTS OF HUNDREDS KILLED IN PROTESTS
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
PSE chief eyes four IPOs this year
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) is setting a modest target of about four initial public offerings (IPOs) this year, underscoring the cautious pipeline for equity fundraising after listings fell short of expectations last year.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Northern Cebu gets boost as Jollibee opens in Danao
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque led the opening of Jollibee Danao, underscoring the Marcos administration's push to drive investment and job creation beyond major urban centers as northern Cebu emerges as one of the Visayas' fastest-growing economic corridors.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Comfort, gateways, and democrac
My wife and I traveled to Taiwan over the weekend.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
1,600 deployed to secure Fiesta Señor
At least 1,600 security personnel were formally sent off on Monday, January 12, for deployment during the 461st Fiesta Señor and the Sinulog Festival 2026, as authorities assured the public that all security preparations are in place for the weeklong celebrations.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
January expected to drive recovery
Cebu's tourism industry is showing early signs of recovery after a series of natural disasters disrupted year-end travel, with authorities betting on the peak January season to restore momentum, according to the Department of Tourism's Central Visayas office (DOT-7).
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Former DPWH engineers may face perjury raps if they recant
Former Department of Public Works and Highways officials who recant their testimonies could face perjury charges, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson said.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Mandaue using temporary trash transfer station
The Mandaue City government has opened a temporary garbage transfer station in Barangay Umapad to ensure the continued collection of waste following the closure of the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City due to an avalanche.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Australia recalls parliament to pass hate speech, gun laws
Australia's parliament will reopen two weeks early to crack down on hate crimes and gun ownership following the mass shooting at Bondi Beach, the government said Monday.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Signs of life detected; death toll rises to 9
“We are still on rescue mode.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
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MCWD explains minimum charge
The Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) has clarified its “minimum charge” policy following a call by Cebu City Councilor Harold Kendrick Go to review fees imposed on households with zero water consumption.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Electric cable theft disrupts power to 8,000 costumers in Quezon City
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) warned the public against the theft of electrical facilities, citing serious safety risks and service disruptions it could cause.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
The Santo Niño de Tondo and Santo Niño de Arevalo: The 2nd and 3rd Oldest Infant Jesus Images in the Philippines
Filipinos are largely aware of the Santo Niño de Cebu’s standing as the oldest Christian relic in the country — the oldest infant Jesus image in the Philippines.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
DENR-7 closes Binaliw facility
Meanwhile, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has ordered the immediate closure of the Binaliw Sanitary Landfill following the tragic January 8 incident, expressing sympathy to the families affected and vowing a thorough investigation into the incident.
4 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Capitol hosts 3-day investment summit
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro on Monday called for stronger alignment, transparency, and trust in governance as she opened the three-day Cebu International Investment Summit on January 12, 2025, emphasizing that the province is ready to move forward with clearer systems and more reliable partnerships with investors.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
The Freeman
Put on ICE
Mother of three Renee Nicole Good probably didn't realize that she was going to die that day.
1 min |
January 12, 2026
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Young Filipino adults prefer human financial advisers over online tools
Young adults in the Philippines prefer to get financial and insurance advice from humans over online resources, a study by Prudential plc showed.
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