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TOP eyes fresh funding to fuel expansion plans
Cebu-based Top Line Business Development Corp. is gearing up for a significant capital-raising push after shareholders approved the reclassification of 800 million unissued common shares into preferred shares—paving the way for fresh funding to accelerate fuel importation, depot expansion, and retail network growth.
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December 04, 2025
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Teen flood hero in Liloan gets national recognition
Nearly a month after Typhoon Tino ravaged parts of Cebu, a 15-year-old boy from Liloan is being hailed as a young hero after risking his life to rescue neighbors trapped by rapidly rising floodwaters, earning him national recognition.
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December 04, 2025
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City's ban on e-bikes, e-trikes gains traction from LTO order
This was confirmed during Senate budget deliberations, where the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and LTO committed to stricter regulation. Senator JV Ejercito, who sponsored the DOTr budget, relayed that violators would face automatic impounding of their units once the directive takes full effect.
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December 04, 2025
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PRO-7 starts security preps for Sinulog, ASEAN meetings
In preparation for the Sinulog 2026 celebration and the ASEAN meetings in January next year, the Police Regional Office-7 conducted full-scale simulation exercises (SIMEX) to assess regionwide interoperability and security readiness.
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December 04, 2025
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OCULAR CONFLUENCE
The Cebu-headquartered Portrait Artists Society of the Philippines Inc. (PASPI) and Galerie Raphael red-lettered November's calendar of creative fetes in Cebu with “Ocular Confluence” — an art-for-a-cause exhibit that pledged funds to benefit Typhoon Tino survivors.
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December 04, 2025
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Carla engaged to non-showbiz partner
Weddings bells will indeed be ringing soon for actress Carla Abellana and her non-showbiz boyfriend. Marriage rumors stirred after Carla posted on social media a photo of her left hand sporting a diamond ring, and a man's hand clasping her fingers.
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December 04, 2025
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Flood scandal backfires as Marcos ratings dive
Despite ordering an investigation into corruption-tainted flood control projects, President Bongbong Marcos Jr. continues to face an erosion of public support.
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December 04, 2025
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Cebu City okays P13.4B budget
FOR 2026
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December 04, 2025
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Weak peso fuels government debt to P17.56 trillion
The country’s outstanding debt exceeded this year’s full-year projection by more than P200 billion following the peso’s record-low performance against the dollar.
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December 04, 2025
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A sign of survival
The recent natural calamities that ravaged many parts of Cebu island and brought unquantifiable misery to many Cebuano families also affected the trees that I have planted in Barangay Paril here in Cebu City.
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December 04, 2025
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No work, no pay
Earlier last month, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla claimed that there was a warrant from the International Criminal Court for Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa for his involvement in the war against drugs for which former president Rodrigo Duterte is now imprisoned in The Hague.
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December 04, 2025
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Holiday spending boosts credit card business
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. is posting another strong year for its credit card business, with consumers continuing to spend at a rapid clip even as local leaders urge Filipinos to scale back holiday celebrations following recent calamities.
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December 04, 2025
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Hunger games
Alex Eala had the rare opportunity and honor to play against the king of clay in practice. But she should never lose sight of the ultimate test, to be one of the best in the world.
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December 04, 2025
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Springdale pulls historic triumph, Don Bosco secondary champs still
The PAREF Springdale Titans etched their names stone after ending the decade-long dominance of the Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) Greywolves in elementary football during the Cebu City Olympics 2025 at the Cebu City Sports Center recently.
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December 04, 2025
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Double rainbows and November 30 nationwide protests
Even the heavens clearly joined the November 30 protests!
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December 04, 2025
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Babes Singson resigns from ICI
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary Babes Singson has resigned from the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), according to chair Andres Reyes on Wednesday, December 3.
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December 04, 2025
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Archival gets another invite for Japan trip
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has been invited anew to Japan—this time by the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI)—to join a two-day trade and healthcare mission in Tokyo on February 25-26, 2026.
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December 04, 2025
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Cebu City okays P13.4B budget
The Local Development Fund is set at P769 million, Aid to Barangays at P751 million, and Miscellaneous Purposes at P20 million.
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December 04, 2025
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Universal's first licensing deal for AI music
A deal struck between Universal Music Group and AI music creation startup Udio marks a new chapter for a recording industry buffeted by the emergence of artificial intelligence.
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December 04, 2025
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DOH honors CCMC's commitment to sustainable and safe healthcare
The Department of Health (DOH) has recognized the Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) for its commitment to sustainable and safe healthcare.
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December 04, 2025
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Court dismisses ATM skimming case vs. 3 Romanian nationals
After eight years of legal battle, the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of Cebu City has dismissed the criminal case filed against three Romanian nationals accused of involvement in an alleged ATM skimming operation that led to unauthorized withdrawals from a bank in 2017.
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December 04, 2025
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Netflix strengthens commitment to Southeast Asia storytelling
Southeast Asian films and series on Netflix are continuing to reach wider audiences than ever.
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December 04, 2025
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ABS-CBN clinches 29 honors at '25 Anak TV Awards
ABS-CBN received 29 honors, including a Hall of Fame recognition for Robi Domingo, at the 2025 Anak TV Awards, which celebrate child-friendly programs and personalities trusted by Filipino families.
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December 04, 2025
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Industry groups oppose tax on single-use plastics
Industry groups on Tuesday pushed back against a proposal to impose an excise tax on single-use plastics, saying the suggested levy is unfair, could make goods expensive and lead to job losses.
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December 04, 2025
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DOH-7 launches drive for 'responsible' Yuletide celebration
As the Yuletide season approaches, the public is reminded to embrace it with safety and health through the “Ligtas Christmas Campaign 2025” of the Department of Health (DOH)-Visayas to ensure a responsible celebration.
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December 04, 2025
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Webmasters secure top seed, Magis Eagles clinch Top 2 spot
The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters trounced the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguars, 79-61, to claim the top seed going into the college division Final Four of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Tuesday night, December 2, at the Cebu Coliseum.
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December 04, 2025
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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.
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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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