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The Freeman
UK police to get greater powers to restrict demos
UK police are to be given greater powers to restrict protests as a minister said repeated large-scale pro-Palestinian demonstrations had caused “considerable fear” for the Jewish community.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
TO HELP QUAKE VICTIMS DHSUD orders moratorium on housing amortization
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) has ordered its key shelter agencies (KSAs) to implement a moratorium on housing amortization in areas hit by typhoons and the recent earthquake that struck Cebu province.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Vietnam defies US tariffs with 8.2% growth in Q3
Vietnam recorded economic growth of 8.2 percent in the third quarter, among the highest increases in more than a decade, the government said Sunday, despite fresh US tariffs taking effect.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
John Ferriols returns to PBA as coach
John Ferriols is making a return to the PBA to be part of former teammate Jeffrey Cariaso's coaching staff at Blackwater for the league's 50th season.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu Greats take one last shot at MPBL playoffs
A highly motivated Cebu Greats hope to hurdle one final obstacle in their playoffs bid in the Manny Pacquiao presents Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) 2025 Season.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
China reiterates interest to boost ties with Phl
The Chinese Consulate General in Cebu reaffirmed Beijing's aim to strengthen political, economic, and cultural ties with the Philippines, particularly in the Visayas.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
'Power rates could drop by P3/kWh by 2030'
The country’s electricity rates are likely to decline by up to P3 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) by 2030 if upcoming power projects are switched on as planned, according to the Department of Energy (DOE).
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Psychological teams deployed to aid quake survivors in north
The government has begun deploying psychometricians and psychosocial responders across Northern Cebu to help earthquake survivors cope with trauma and stress, marking a crucial shift from rescue to recovery following the 6.9-magnitude earthquake.
2 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Trump deploys troops to Chicago as judge blocks Portland deployment
US President Donald Trump authorized deployment of troops to Chicago after a federal agent shot an allegedly armed motorist there on Saturday, while a judge blocked the Republican leader's attempt to send the military into Portland, another Democratic-run city.
2 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Lacson mulls resigning as Blue Ribbon chair
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson said he is considering stepping down as chairman of the powerful Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
10 Pinoy seafarers repatriated after vessel attack in Gulf of Aden
Following a missile attack by Houthi rebels on the Netherlands-registered marine vessel in the Gulf of Aden, ten Filipino crew members were successfully repatriated on Saturday, October 4, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Our intelligence just cannot be on its own
That's right! Our intelligence just cannot be on its own.
2 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Going north
The number of people volunteering to help and the amount of relief goods being donated to those suffering from the quake in northern Cebu is certainly heartening.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
DTI mulls imposing safeguard measures on cement imports
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to study the imposition of a definitive safeguard measure on cement imports following the recommendation of the Tariff Commission (TC).
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
NEA working on electrifying northern Cebu
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) reported that Cebu II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CEBECO 2) is still working to stabilize power supply in six municipalities, where partial outages continue following the magnitude-6.9 earthquake in the province.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Bitcoin hits record high above $125,000
Bitcoin reached a new record high on Sunday, rising above the $125,000 mark.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Fajardo rewrites history anew with record-extending ninth MVP award
Cebuano basketball star June Mar Fajardo capped yet another dominant year by winning his record-extending ninth PBA MVP award on Sunday, October 5, during the Leo’s Annual Awards for Season 49 presented by ArenaPlus.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
DOLE-7 orders more safety inspections
FOLLOWING RECENT QUAKE
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Go calls for proper implementation of Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act
Amid the grief brought by the recent 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu on September 30, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go emphasized the urgent need to fully implement the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act, which he principally authored and cosponsored, to provide permanent, disaster-resilient evacuation centers for Filipinos.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
KYLA IS BACK WITH NEW ALBUM IN 7 YEARS
The Queen of R&B Kyla returns with “Next Episode,” her comeback album after seven years as she marks her 25th year in the industry this year.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Sean Combs, incarcerated music titan with a shattered reputation
Sean Combs once had it all: riches, fame and the power to get anything he wanted. But he's sat behind bars for more than a year. And on Friday, a judge told him he'll stay there for several more.
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Crime drama unfolds at sea on Disney+'s 'Low Life
Set in 1970s Korea, the Disney+ Original Series “Low Life” is a big-budget production, with the atmosphere, makeup, and costume design of the era perfectly recreated - the level of detail extended beyond what the camera could see.
4 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
VSMMC now appeals for breastmilk donors
After an overwhelming turnout for blood donation drives, medical authorities and volunteers are now urgently appealing for human milk donors to support infants most vulnerable in the ongoing crisis following the recent 6.9-magnitude earthquake in Northern Cebu.
2 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Animal welfare ordinance sought to be amended
Various animal welfare advocates have filed a petition before the Office of the Mayor, raising objections to portions of the Cebu City Animal Welfare Ordinance, which they described as potentially causing “deplorable injustice and cruelty.”
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October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Aboitiz Group extends immediate support to quake-hit communities
In the wake of the recent earthquake that struck Cebu, the Aboitiz Group and key partners have mobilized resources to provide immediate relief to affected communities.
1 min |
October 06, 2025
The Freeman
Creator says AI actress is 'piece of art' after backlash
The creator of an AI actress who recently exploded across the internet has insisted she is an artwork, after a fierce backlash from the creative community.
2 min |
October 05, 2025
The Freeman
SSS opens calamity loan, DMW-7 offers assistance
The Social Security System (SSS) announced that starting October 2, 2025 its Calamity Loan Program is now available for members affected by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu on September 30.
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October 05, 2025
The Freeman
A good occasion marred
What was supposed to be joyous occasions last September 28 during the arrival of then Archbishop-designate Alberto Uy in Cebu and later on during his installation as archbishop on September 30 were marred by alleged violence by a group of parish volunteers against members of the media.
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October 05, 2025
The Freeman
Manila Clasico featuring Cone-Tenorio clash to open PBA Season 50
The achievers of the past season gets the deserved honors and recognition then an old keenly followed rivalry takes centerstage to kick off action in PBA Season 50 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
1 min |
October 05, 2025
The Freeman
Andres-Ashtine chemistry blooms in 'Minamahal'
Whether or not you've seen the hit Viva One series “Ang Mutya ng Section E,” there’s no denying the chemistry between Andres Muhlach and Ashtine Olviga as their onscreen spark has already earned them their first big-screen movie for their second project together.
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