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GMA Pictures, Warner Bros. Phl ink distribution deal for ‘P77’
GMA Pictures' upcoming horror film “P77” will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, as announced in a contract signing held yesterday, June 16, at GMA Network Center.
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June 17, 2025
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Over 8K households in Moalboal now have access to water supply
More than 8,000 households across nine barangays in Moalboal, Cebu now have access to clean and reliable water following the completion of the Moalboal Water Supply Project, inaugurated on Wednesday, June 11.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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Iran hits Tel Aviv city; Israel strikes Tehran
Jerusalem — Iran unleashed a barrage of missile strikes on Israeli cities early Monday, after Israel struck military targets deep inside Iran, with both sides threatening further devastation.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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1 Filipino in 'critical' condition after Iranian strikes on Israel
One Filipino in Israel is in critical condition after Iran’s retaliatory missile volley on the country, the Philippine ambassador to Israel said on Monday, June 16.
3 min |
June 17, 2025
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More students, less teachers
As highlighted in a special report that came out in this newspaper yesterday, just in time for the opening of school year 2025-2026, teachers are leaving Central Visayas in droves for better jobs abroad.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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8 brgy officials, 3 others sued for graft
The National Bureau of Investigation-Central Visayas (NBI-7) has filed criminal and administrative charges before the Office of the Ombudsman-Visayas against Barangay Captain Mario Maribao Temblor of Saavedra, Moalboal, Cebu, and 10 others for alleged for alleged dishonest and corrupt practice through deliberate manipulation and falsification of pertinent public documents.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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San Juanico bridge rehab spells logistics nightmare
Retailers and logistics operators across Samar are warning of severe supply chain breakdowns following the abrupt enforcement of weight restrictions on the San Juanico Bridge—Eastern Visayas’ main land-based transport artery—fueling fears of a prolonged economic disruption unless urgent government intervention materializes.
3 min |
June 17, 2025
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More students hoping to enter MCC
It has been just two weeks since Mandaue City College held its graduation rites, yet another batch of incoming freshmen are now eagerly hoping to secure one of the 500 slots for admission to the college.
3 min |
June 17, 2025
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City Hall awaits Archival's say on employees' status
\"Ready for printing na ang mga appointments. Ang kuwang nalang gyud ang go signal ni mayor,\" said Tomalabcad.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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Magsayo grateful to fight in Pacquiao undercard
Another Filipino fighter will be seeing action in the Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios fight card on July 19 (July 20 Philippine time) as former world champion Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo battles Mexican Jorge Mata Cuellar at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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'Killer' of Minnesota lawmaker caught after two-day manhunt
US law enforcement officials in Minnesota caught the suspected killer of a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband on Sunday, authorities said, ending a two-day manhunt.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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Mindanao bets nab Bb. Pilipinas 2025 crowns
Jerimi Nuqui (Caloocan), Mia Golosino (Malabon), and Jercy Raine Cruz (Makati City), who automatically gained a spot for being named Binibining Playtime, the people’s choice in the online poll.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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Fewer teachers, bigger problems
We can only hope that the process itself can be fast-tracked, but even that remains something to be hoped for.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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13 street gangs 'persona non grata' in Valenzuela
Thirteen gang groups operating in Valenzuela City—many of them involving minors—have been declared “persona non grata” by city officials due to violations of laws and local ordinances, including drug use and violence.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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PB authorizes Gwen to give out solar lamps
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) has authorized outgoing Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with various local government units (LGUs) for the distribution of more than 26,000 solar-powered streetlights across the province.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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PB okays organic farming ordinance
The Cebu Provincial Board has unanimously approved on third and final reading an ordinance institutionalizing sustainable agricultural practices, promoting chemical-free farming, protecting the environment, and safeguarding public health.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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Araneta's trainer confident of victory
The camp of Omega Boxing Gym standout Christian “The Bomb” Araneta is highly confident on his chances against Thai Thanongsak Simsri in an exciting showdown of power punchers for the IBF light flyweight belt on Thursday, June 19, at the Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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When even lawmakers are fooled by Al, laws can't fix it
An Al-generated video circulating on the internet over the weekend appeared to have misled Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa into sharing what he seemingly believed was a genuine youth voice against the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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Chanel reports 28% drop in full-year profit
French luxury group Chanel said that it suffered a 28.2-percent drop in net profit to $3.4 billion last year because of \"challenging\" conditions in some markets.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
The Freeman
It's too late to quit
I have been riding and racing bikes for more than 30 years now. No, I never rode as a professional, not that I didn’t want to but because cycling wasn’t my dream job. Besides, only playing professional basketball can give you a quality life. Or boxing, if your first name starts with Manny.
2 min |
June 17, 2025
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Beermen clinch top seeding, Gin Kings claim No. 4 spot
The powerhouse San Miguel Beer of old showed up in a time of need and swamped NorthPort, 126-91, last Sunday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo to clinch the top seeding in the PBA Philippine Cup playoffs.
1 min |
June 17, 2025
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DTI re-exports substandard inner tubes to place of origin
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) re-exported 19,499 pieces of non-compliant rubber inner tubes for motorcycles, valued at approximately P500,000, back to their country of origin.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
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Who's afraid of the impeachment?
The twists and turns leading to the convening of the Senate impeachment court that will try VP Sara Duterte were/are mind boggling.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
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Urgent repair of Taboan Public Market pushed
San Nicolas Proper Barangay Captain Clifford Niñal has once again appealed to the Cebu City Government to urgently repair the Taboan Public Market, citing safety concerns for both vendors and visitors—locals and tourists alike.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
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The teacher exodus from Central Visayas
According to Department of Education in Central Visayas (DepEd-7) regional director Dr. Salustiano Jimenez, Central Visayas has become a hotspot for overseas teacher recruitment.
3 min |
June 16, 2025
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Learning from a loss
A girl drowned in Sitio Kanipaan, Barangay Basak, Mandaue City, Tuesday last week after she allegedly fell into the river there.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
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DTI launches AI chatbots to help citizens, businesses
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched two helpful AI chatbots to make it easier for Filipinos to get information and services from the government. These chatbots are called 'FAI' and 'TIA', and they are part of DTI's effort to improve customer service and reduce long waiting times.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
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Chinese fugitive slams head on glass after being barred from Philippines
A Chinese national attempted to violently disrupt his exclusion from the Philippines by deliberately slamming his head into the glass shield of a fire extinguisher case at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
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PH, Japan navies hold anti-submarine drills in WPS
The navies of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) conducted joint maritime exercises focusing on anti-submarine warfare in the West Philippine Sea.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
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US researchers seek to legitimize AI mental health care
Researchers at Dartmouth College believe artificial intelligence can deliver reliable psychotherapy, distinguishing their work from the unproven and sometimes dubious mental health apps flooding today's market.
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