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DILG to launch infra audit tool
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is set to launch an infrastructure audit tool to assess structural integrity of buildings in preparation for the possibility of a large-magnitude earthquake.
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April 11, 2025
The Freeman
Garcia open to reassessing mushroom program
Amid questions and varying opinions on the viability of Cebu City's mushroom growing initiative as a livelihood program, Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia said he remains open to reassessing its feasibility and welcomes suggestions for improvement.
3 min |
April 11, 2025
The Freeman
The Best of Bicolano Cuisine
In 2012, Bicolano Cuisine took centerstage in that year's edition of Culinary Journeys at Marco Polo Plaza Hotel, with guest chef Leandro “Doy” Sto. Domingo taking the lead. Fast forward to 2025, Chef Doy is back with his wife, Rachelle, and once again teases our palates with the flavorful zings of authentic Bicolano specials.
1 min |
April 11, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City tightens Holy Week security
With Holy Week fast approaching, Cebu City is ramping up efforts to ensure peace and order in areas of public convergence, boosting police visibility and presence across the city.
2 min |
April 11, 2025
The Freeman
3 grassroots sports advocates to receive ORLACSAN Award
Three advocates of grassroots sports development will take center stage as ORLACSAN Awardees in the forthcoming 39th Sportswriters Association of Cebu-San Miguel Beer (SAC-SMB) Cebu Sports Awards on April 26 at the Cube Wing of SM City Seaside.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
"VISUAL PERSPECTIVES"
Art holds different meanings to different people.
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April 10, 2025
The Freeman
AMID ELECTION BAN Comelec okays P310M budget
The Commission on Elections Comelec) has approved the Cebu City government’s petition seeking exemption from the election ban on disbursements for social services programs, projects, and dole-outs amounting to at least P310.21 million.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Regal Entertainment looks ahead after Mother Lily's passing
As with any media empire, the show must go on – even when its founder passes away.
3 min |
April 10, 2025
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ASEAN nations plan tariff talks with United States
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his country and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) partners will dispatch officials to Washington, D.C. for talks following President Donald J. Trump's rollout of global tariffs.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Public urged: Don’t buy pups from street vendors
Following reports of the resurgence of street puppy vendors, the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Fisheries (DVMF) has issued a public advisory, urging people not to buy puppies sold on sidewalks.
3 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Garcia, Hontiveros lead Cebu City's Araw ng Kagitingan commemoration
The Cebu City government yesterday commemorated the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Monument in Plaza Independenia.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
No concern of theirs
There is good news concerning our defense modernization program. The US has approved the sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, the entire package costing $5.58 billion.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Telco chamber raises concerns over 'Konektadong Pinoy' bill
The Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators (PCTO) has sounded the alarm over key provisions in the proposed Konektadong Pinoy bill, warning that it could undermine national security, disrupt fair competition, and discourage investments in the country's telecommunications sector.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Unbeaten UC Webmasters roll into quarterfinals
The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters completed a three-game elimination round sweep with a 71-42 rout of St. Joseph's College of Maasin City to propel Central Visayas to the men's basketball quarterfinals of the 2025 Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games on Wednesday, April 9, at the University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USLT) Gym in Cagayan Province.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
CERA calls for energy task force ahead of polls
The Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates (CERA) is urging the Department of Energy (DOE) to urgently convene the Energy Task Force Election (ETFE), amid growing concerns over the stability of the country's power supply in the lead-up to the national elections.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City opens nominations for 2025 Cebu Heritage Awards
The Cebu City Government, through its Cultural and Historical Affairs Office (CHAC), has officially opened nominations for this year's Cebu Heritage Awards (CHA).
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Guard nabbed in failed robbery try
The swift response of law enforcers prevented an attempted robbery at Palladium Suites Hotel along Osmeña Boulevard early Tuesday morning, April 8.
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April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Moody's: Phl banks among least affected by US tariffs
Philippine banks are among the least exposed in Asia-Pacific (APAC) to the credit risks stemming from the United States' latest import tariff hikes, according to credit watchdog Moody's Ratings.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
PRO-7 rolls out security plan for summer season
The Police Regional Office-7 (PRO7) has implemented enhanced security measures across the region in anticipation of the upcoming summer vacation.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Comelec okays P310M budget
In a document sent to the media, it was stated that Comelec issued the notice of approval on March 18, 2025.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City prepares 2 alternate water sources for dry season
The Cebu City government has identified two alternative sources of water for the dry season. The two being the Mangyapyap Falls in Barangay Paril and the Bonbon River in Barangay Bonbon.
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Comelec warns bets against campaigning
The Commission on Elections in Central Visayas (Comelec-7) has warned national and local candidates to suspend all campaigning on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday in observance of the religious significance of Holy Week.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Stop political dynasties
Senator Marcos? We have already a Senator Raffy Tulfo who by the way is reportedly only a high school graduate. Do we still need two other Tulfo’s for our senators? Cannot Raffy, Erwin and Ben discuss over dinner table what is good for our country? Why do we need another Villar to join Senator Mark?
1 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
PhilHealth reaffirms commitment to UHC
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) reaffirmed its commitment to its mandate of delivering Universal Health Care (UHC) to all Filipinos.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Chinese treasures restored in the heart of Beijing
In a workshop tucked away in Beijing's historic Forbidden City, a restorer hunched over a centuries-old figurine, using a cotton bud to delicately clean its dusty crevices after years hidden in storage.
2 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Stern warnings to undesirable aliens in the Philippines
There are many good foreigners in the Philippines and a good number of them are my clients, friends and colleagues in church, civic clubs and social groups.
3 min |
April 10, 2025
The Freeman
Shanaia releases new pop song
Shanaia Gomez expresses the emotional weight of leaving a loved one in her heartfelt new ballad, \"Tried To Tell You,\" available now on various streaming platforms.
1 min |
April 09, 2025
The Freeman
MCIA launches first direct Cebu-Ho Chi Minh route
In support of Cebu's growing reputation as a premier destination offering world-class hospitality, rich cultural experiences, and seamless travel connections, the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) announced on April 7, 2025, the launch of Cebu Pacific Air's new thrice-weekly route between Cebu and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
1 min |
April 09, 2025
The Freeman
1.94 million Filipinos jobless in February 2025
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on Tuesday, April 8, that there were 1.94 million jobless Filipinos in February 2025, translating to an unemployment rate of 3.8%.
1 min |
April 09, 2025
The Freeman
Even the mightiest political dynasties fall silent and fade away
Some dynasties fade away from politics and public consciousness due to lack of successors, defeats to emerging clans or even “erosion of narrative.”
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