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Kim Chiu sues sister Lakam for qualified theft
Actress-host Kim Chiu filed a legal complaint against her sister Lakambini, citing “serious financial discrepancies discovered” in their business operations.
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December 03, 2025
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US envoy to meet Putin for talks on ending Ukraine war
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to hold talks in Moscow on Tuesday to discuss the Trump administration's controversial proposal to end the war in Ukraine.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
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OVP acquires CCTV at P200K each
COA REPORT SHOWS:
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December 03, 2025
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Capitol to scale down Christmas celebration
The Cebu Provincial Government is scaling down its Christmas festivities this year as part of its shift toward a more “modest and compassionate” observance in light of the recent earthquake and typhoons that devastated several towns in the province.
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December 03, 2025
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Hong Kong bans operations of two pro-democracy groups
Hong Kong banned the operations of two pro-democracy groups, the government said Tuesday, with members and donors facing fines of up to $128,000 and imprisonment for 14 years.
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December 03, 2025
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Chase Tower Runs rules Leg 1 of Crossover 3x3 Season 2
The Chase Tower Runs (CTR) emerged as Leg 1 champion of the Crossover 3x3 Basketball League Season 2:Holiday Clash played at the Cube Wing Atrium of SM Seaside City Cebu over the weekend.
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December 03, 2025
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Laguna solon denies dealing with Discayas
Laguna Fourth District Rep. Benjamin Agarao Jr. has denied any ties to super contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya during his appearance at the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Tuesday, December 2.
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December 03, 2025
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Heart disease, cancer, stroke lead causes of death in early 2025
Ischemic heart disease, neoplasms, and cerebrovascular diseases emerged as the leading causes of death in the Philippines from January to April 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
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December 03, 2025
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Mandaue City Council approves P4.5B budget for 2026
The City Council has unanimously approved Mandaue City's P4.5-billion annual budget for 2026, maintaining the same level as this year to keep what officials describe as a \"realistic and transparent\" financial plan for the city.
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December 03, 2025
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The Cebuana 'Awiting Wicked' singers who met Ariana and Cynthia
Cebuana singers Fatima Soria and Pia Casing were both going through life-changing experiences when they were announced as part of the three duos who won the “Awiting Wicked: For Good” contest by Universal Pictures Philippines, in which they had the chance to meet Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo up close at the Singapore premiere of “Wicked: For Good” last November 13.
5 min |
December 03, 2025
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Ex-ADB consultant pushes urgent review of city’s CLUP
The citizens’ letter invoked constitutional guarantees of the right to a balanced and healthful ecology, as well as the Local Government Code mandate requiring periodic reviews of zoning ordinances in coordination with national agencies.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
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Netflix makes cash offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery
Streaming giant Netflix has made a mostly cash offer to buy TV and film group Warner Bros Discovery as the storied yet debt-laden Hollywood studio presses on with a sale that could remake the US media landscape, a report said yesterday.
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December 03, 2025
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DSWD-7 suspends guarantee letters, off-site payouts
FOR AICS, AKAP
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December 03, 2025
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Trump accuses Honduras of rigging election results
Donald Trump accused election officials in Honduras on Monday of \"trying to change\" their presidential election outcome, as a partial digital tally revealed the two frontrunners are locked in a \"technical tie.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
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Mass-produced AI podcasts disrupt a fragile industry
Finding an Audience
2 min |
December 03, 2025
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Venezuela accuses ICC of 'shirking' duties for closing Caracas office
Venezuelan officials accused the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor’s office on Monday of “shirking” their duties after the court announced it will close its Caracas office for lack of progress.
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December 03, 2025
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Pope Leo to hold Beirut mass, visit port blast site
Thousands of Lebanese faithful were making their way to Beirut's waterfront ahead of Pope Leo XIV's mass on Tuesday morning, the highlight of the Catholic leader's visit to the capital expected to draw huge crowds.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
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Air traffic closing in on new record high
Philippine air traffic is on pace to set a new record in the post-pandemic period, especially as the international segment is close to touching 2019 levels, according to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB).
1 min |
December 03, 2025
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DEPDev: Phl to miss GDP growth target
FOR THIRD YEAR IN A ROW
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December 03, 2025
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China, Japan in fresh standoff around Senkaku
Japanese and Chinese vessels engaged in a fresh standoff around disputed islands on Tuesday, the two countries’ coast guards said.
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December 03, 2025
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Palace: Ong still in the Philippines
Cassandra Ong, one of the key players in the Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) controversy, remains in the Philippines, according to the Palace on Tuesday, December 2.
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December 03, 2025
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Mandaue city hall workers to get additional incentives
More benefits await Mandaue City Hall employees this December, as regular workers are set to receive performance enhancement incentives, while job order personnel, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), and Clean and Green workers will receive salary differentials.
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December 03, 2025
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'Giving Machines' roll out across Phl to spark charity
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is widening its annual #LightTheWorld initiative across the Philippines, urging the public to divert part of their December spending from traditional holiday shopping to charitable causes a push that highlights a growing culture of generosity and social responsibility in the country.
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December 03, 2025
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Gilas gives Japeth fitting sendoff with repeat over Guam
Gilas Pilipinas got off to a fast start and withstood the best Guam could offer in a 95-71 win for a sweep of their two-game window in the FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers on Monday night.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
How not to stage a coup d'état
We are not recommending the staging of another constitutional upheaval through a coup d'état or putsch as of this time. As a member of the Bar and as an officer of the court, we should be the last person to commit the felony of inciting rebellion. The situation is not ripe. There is no revolutionary situation. The people will most likely reject a forcible takeover.
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December 03, 2025
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Erik Matti teams up with Netflix for 'BuyBust: The Undesirables'
The first look at the expanded world of \"BuyBust: The Undesirables\" was unveiled yesterday at JAFF Creative Asia 2025 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Acclaimed Filipino director Erik Matti, together with Indonesia's Joko Anwar, took center stage at the Creator-to-Creator session to spotlight Netflix's continued commitment to investing in original content for the region's library and exploring the brand's role in the ever-evolving opportunities available to creatives across the region.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
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Lancers, Cheetahs in crucial battle for Top 2 spot
Games today 5:15 p.m. CIT-U vs USC (jrs.) 6:45 p.m. BC vs UV (srs.)
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
A confluence of two issues
You have probably heard the news by now. U.S. President Donald Trump said he will suspend immigration from third-world countries.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
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CH workers to receive P15000 Christmas bonus
Despite pushing for a modest and simpler Christmas celebration at the Cebu City Hall, its employees will still receive their bonuses this year, as confirmed by Mayor Nestor Archival which includes those with Job Order (JO) status.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
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Singapore to toughen ban on smartphones in schools
Singapore will impose a stricter ban on smartphones and smartwatches in secondary schools starting January, its education ministry said, part of a global push to combat digital distractions.
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