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This Year's New Year Media Briefing
By: Dr. Nestor Alonso II
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February 27, 2026
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NUP may vote against impeachment
As some lawmakers have predicted, Vice President Sara Duterte’s presidential bid has a high chance of swaying congressional votes on the renewed push to impeach her.
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February 27, 2026
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Pepito: Mayor-Council gap worsens waste crisis
Acting Vice Mayor Winston Pepito has warned that Cebu City's worsening garbage crisis will remain unresolved if the communication gap between Mayor Nestor Archival and the City Council persists.
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February 27, 2026
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Archival shares valuable insights from Japan visit
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival, who is currently on an official trip to Japan, said his visit has provided valuable insights not only on infrastructure and technology but also on how Japanese communities invest in their youngest citizens.
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February 27, 2026
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Bisaya artists express social issues at 'Yukbo' 2026 concert
There is a saying that when words fail to form, music is there to fill the void.
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February 27, 2026
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'IRON LUNG' THRILLS FANS AT PHL SCREENINGS
Markiplier’s “Iron Lung” made its Philippine fan screening debut at SM Aura Premier, SM City Fairview, SM Southmall, SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA, and SM Megamall.
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February 27, 2026
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Cheng family firm in seeking justice
The family of the late young entrepreneur Kingston Ralph Cheng, through its legal counsel, expressed their determination to seek justice for the fatal death of their son in a hit-and-run incident earlier this month, now that the case has been officially escalated before the regional court.
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February 27, 2026
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Typhoon Tino heroes to receive Orlacsan honors at SAC Awards
November 4 and Typhoon Tino will be remembered by many Cebuanos as a day of tragedy.
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February 27, 2026
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Lawyer of 18 ex-Marines submits affidavit over 'luggages full of money'
Lawyer Levito Baligod presents several former members of the Philippine Marines who serve as security personnel for resigned Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Zaldy Co on Feb. 24, 2026.
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February 27, 2026
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MAKI ANNOUNCES 'KOLORCOASTER' WORLD TOUR
Maki is set to bring the “Kolorcoaster” concert to the global stage and champion OPM further as he goes on a tour in Singapore, Indonesia, North America, Australia, and New Zealand starting this year.
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February 27, 2026
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Spurs nail 10th straight victory, Pistons silence Thunder in battle of NBA's best
The San Antonio Spurs edged the Toronto Raptors, 110-107, on Wednesday (Thursday Phl time), pushing their NBA winning streak to 10 games and closing in on Western Conference leaders Oklahoma City Thunder, who fell to the Detroit Pistons.
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February 27, 2026
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Pag-IBIG Fund investment income jumps nearly 50% to ₱9.43 billion in 2025; assets hit ₱1.23 trillion
Pag-IBIG
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February 27, 2026
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Mandaue pushes relocation plan, aid for affected families
The mayor said officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have already presented to his office the proposal for the construction of the fourth bridge and a coastal road linking Mandaue City and Lapu-Lapu City, and sought the city government's assistance regarding residents who will be displaced.
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February 27, 2026
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MCIA wins best airport award anew
The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has once again gained global recognition after winning the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Best Airport Award in the Asia-Pacific region under the 5-15 Million Passengers category, reaffirming its standing as the Philippines' premier tourism transit and transfer hub.
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February 27, 2026
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Customs files 6 complaints for agricultural smuggling
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has formally endorsed six draft criminal complaints against three consignees to the Department of Finance (DOF) for review and approval, stemming from multiple cases involving the unlawful importation of agricultural products.
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February 27, 2026
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Ports authority reports record P30.09-B revenue for 2025
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) recorded a P30.09 billion in revenue in 2025, marking its strongest financial outing yet.
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February 27, 2026
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Mandaue 'wishes' for P439M for add'l classrooms
Additional classrooms may soon arise in Mandaue City as its government lobbied for a P439 million funding wishlist under the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) program launched at Malacañang, in hopes of addressing the shortage of educational facilities in the city.
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February 27, 2026
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DIRECTOR MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL EMPOWERS
THE BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN
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February 27, 2026
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Kids, violence, and conversation
Incidents involving violence and kids don't seem to be as \"isolated\" as they used to be.
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February 27, 2026
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Longevity
With the rigors and strain of professional sports, especially those involved in combat sports, most athletes have probably 8 to 10 years of productivity.
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February 27, 2026
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SEC lowers IPO float for big firms
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) eased the minimum free float requirements for large initial public offerings (IPO), a move that may pave the way for mega-IPOs in the Philippines.
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February 27, 2026
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The political dynasties in Mindanao
The current move to pass an anti-dynasty law is bound to fail if the current membership of Congress remains in the hands of family dynasties themselves.
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February 27, 2026
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Cebu launches incentive package for overnight stays
The Cebu Provincial Government is rolling out a tourism incentive program aimed at boosting overnight stays across its 51 towns, offering airport receptions, welcome kits and on-ground cultural performances to travelers and tour operators who bring guests into the province.
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February 27, 2026
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EDSA commemoration gathers various voices
In various forms, Cebu commemorated the 40th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution, with different groups staging calls to air grievances while uniting their voices for specific causes.
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February 26, 2026
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Cebu City gets P145M cash aid from Palace
The Cebu City Government has received P145 million from Malacañang under the expanded Local Government Support Fund (LGSF), with half of the amount allocated for rice subsidies and the remaining half for infrastructure projects.
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February 26, 2026
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ACTION-PACKED LAST 3 WEEKS OF 'ROJA'
Donny Pangilinan and Kyle Echarri combine their heroic hero acts one last time for their most epic duel in the midst of a longstanding hostage crisis in the action-packed last three weeks of ABS-CBN's primetime teleserye “Roja.”
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February 26, 2026
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BC Cheetahs crowned champions in Lagtang Inter-Collegiate tourney
The Benedicto College (BC) Cheetahs bucked off a sluggish start to outlast the University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters, 79-72, and claim the championship crown of the 1st Capt.
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February 26, 2026
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Ricky Lee's 'A Special Memory' script brought Bela and Carlo to tears
Bela Padilla loved the 2004 South Korean film “A Moment to Remember” so much that she asked to be part of the Philippine remake by Viva Films.
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February 26, 2026
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Construction of new classroom buildings underway — Capitol
The Cebu Provincial Government, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), is set to construct four new classroom buildings in northern Cebu to replace school facilities severely damaged by the 2025 earthquake.
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February 26, 2026
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Pass House Bill 110
As per a report in Philstar.com, 4Ps party-list Rep. JC Abalos renewed his call for the passage of his proposed measure, House Bill 110, or the Philippine Responsible Driving and Accountability Act.
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