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Fabric gallery showcases indigenous weaving as art
ANTHILL Fabric Gallery has launched its first textile art exhibition, highlighting a shift in how indigenous weaving is seen—not just as a craft, but as cultural heritage and creative expression
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July 08, 2025
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"Tool for grifters': AI Deepfakes Push Bogus Sexual Cures
Holding an oversized carrot, a brawny, shirtless man promotes a supplement he claims can enlarge male genitalia — one of countless AI-generated videos on TikTok peddling unproven sexual treatments. The rise of generative AI has made it easy and financially lucrative — to mass-produce such videos with minimal human oversight, often featuring fake celebrity endorsements of bogus and potentially harmful products.
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July 07, 2025
The Freeman
School veggie farm program expanded
The Department of Education (DepEd) has expanded the Gulayan sa Paaralan Program (GPP) to promote proper nutrition and agricultural awareness among Filipino students nationwide.
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July 07, 2025
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AZVer finishes 4th, BreKa crowned Big Winner
The AZVer duo of Cebuana housemate AZ Martinez and her Kapamilya partner River Joseph, along with their supporters, pulled out all the stops to become the first Big Winner Duo of ABS-CBN and GMA Network's \"Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.\" Yet, they were content with their placement as the Fourth Big Placer duo during the Big Night, held July 5 at the New Frontier Theater.
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July 07, 2025
The Freeman
The Tour de France: The Greatest Show on Earth
The favorite, of course, is none other than the defending champion and three-time Tour winner, Tadej Pogačar from Slovenia.
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July 07, 2025
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80 CICLs complete ALS program
Close to 80 children in conflict with the law (CICLs) housed at the Regional Rehabilitation Center for Youth (RRCY) in Barangay Canbanua, Argao, Cebu have successfully completed the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System (ALS) over the past three academic years.
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July 07, 2025
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A vision for Metro Cebu Development Authority
There is a job for Ace Durano, aside from being Provincial Administrator. He should be the first chairman of what Governor Pam should be envisioning as a leader of a futuristic Cebu, the Metro Cebu Development Authority, or MCDA, to solve the common problems of traffic, garbage, flooding, crimes, and urban decay through a unified approach, cooperation, and synergy.
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July 07, 2025
The Freeman
Dalai Lama marks ninetieth birthday
Calling himself a “simple Buddhist monk” who usually didn’t celebrate birthdays, the Dalai Lama marked his 90th on Sunday by praying for peace after China insisted it would have the final say on who succeeded the Tibetan spiritual leader.
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July 07, 2025
The Freeman
Mediators tell Hamas new Gaza talks to begin in Doha
International mediators trying to broker a ceasefire to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza have informed the Palestinian group that talks will resume on Sunday, a Palestinian official said.
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July 07, 2025
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Eagles hold feeding program for kids
The International Fraternal Order of Eagles (Philippines) launched its first feeding program for 2025 yesterday, July 6, in the Little Tokyo community of Barangay Maguikay, Mandaue City, providing nourishment to dozens of children as part of its commitment to community service and social responsibility.
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July 07, 2025
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Congrats, Lea and Alex
More women are giving honor to the Philippines.
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July 07, 2025
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5150 Bohol triathlon returns for fourth edition
Panglao Island comes alive once again as the Sun Life 5150 Bohol returns for another exhilarating showcase of speed, power and endurance, with nearly a thousand athletes set to compete across various age-group divisions and the overall championship.
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July 07, 2025
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Ouano orders city-wide cleanup, vows better lighting for Mandaue
Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano has ordered the immediate removal of posters and other materials from public areas as part of his first directive aimed at cleaning up the city and enhancing its overall appearance.
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July 07, 2025
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Archival eyes installation of drinking fountains in Cebu City
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival Sr. unveiled one of his plans for his first 100 days in office --- the installation of drinking public water fountains across the city. This is part of his program to replace bottled water with tumblers.
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July 07, 2025
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Senator: Retain SHS, shorten college
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian defended the retention of senior high school (SHS) and pushed for a shorter college track, warning that abolishing Grades 11 and 12 would misalign the Philippines with nearly all education systems worldwide and risk further isolating Filipino graduates.
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July 07, 2025
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CarbonPH Coalition backs DENR's climate-resilient forestry efforts
The CarbonPH Coalition, an alliance of top Philippine companies championing nature-based solutions and sustainable practices, has expressed full support for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)'s newly announced initiative identifying over 1.18 million hectares of potential forestry investment areas across the country.
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July 07, 2025
The Freeman
IC to hike motor vehicle insurance premium
The government is planning to increase the insurance premium of select vehicles while also doubling indemnity claims of vehicular accident victims as part of efforts to improve overall coverage in the country.
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July 07, 2025
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'Philippines plays important role in digital payments push'
The Philippines is emerging as a key player in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 's efforts to build a seamless, inclusive and secure cross-border payment system, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).
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July 07, 2025
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“Walang gutom” rice distribution starts today
Beneficiaries of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Walang Gutom Program (WGP) can now purchase rice at P20 per kilo starting today July 7, a senior official of the agency said yesterday.
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July 07, 2025
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Waste-to-cash program in Cebu City launched
As Cebu City still faces the perennial problem of waste management, its local government welcomed the initiative of a group of global active leaders in collaboration with a sustainable organization from Japan to reduce plastic waste while also generating profit.
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July 07, 2025
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Elon Musk says he has created a new US political party
Elon Musk, an ex-ally of US President Donald Trump, said Saturday he had launched a new political party in the United States to challenge what the tech billionaire described as the country's \"one-party system.
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July 07, 2025
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USPF, USJ-R volleybelles off to flying starts in V-League
HD Spikers outclass Lady Warriors in friendly
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July 07, 2025
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Divine Revelation Today Celestial Balms ! Shocking Revelation of the Virgin Mary
Brothers and sisters, let us give thanks to Most Holy Mary, who as star of the morning, guides us along the path of conversion.
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July 07, 2025
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Report: Japan to 'export' six destroyer ships to Philippines
Japan is preparing to transfer several of its decommissioned naval ships to the Philippines, according to a report by Japanese media.
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July 07, 2025
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Mobile clinics rolling across Cebu soon
In fulfillment of her campaign promise to deliver accessible healthcare services to even the most remote communities, Cebu Governor Pamela “Pam” Baricuatro has announced the rollout of mobile clinics across the province, beginning with Camotes Island.
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July 06, 2025
The Freeman
Our favorite felons are back in 'The Bad Guys 2'
The criminally hilarious gang of animal outlaws are back in “The Bad Guys 2.” This time, they’re trying their best to turn their reputation around, but it seems that fate has other plans. The heist of a lifetime awaits as the film arrives in Philippine cinemas on July 30.
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July 06, 2025
The Freeman
Traffic mgt training for police force multipliers eyed
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has proposed a formal traffic management training for members of the Cebu City Police Office’s (CCPO) coalition of force multipliers to help ease congestion in key areas of the city.
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July 06, 2025
The Freeman
Happy birthday, America!
Last Friday, the United States of America celebrated its 249th Independence Day. As prophetically envisioned by John Adams, the second president of the US, Independence Day will be celebrated, by succeeding generations, as the great anniversary festival. \"It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other from this time forward forever more.\" True enough, all around the country, this very important holiday is celebrated with town parades, concerts, family picnics, and fireworks displays.
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July 06, 2025
The Freeman
GEN Z SLANG IN THE CLASSROOM
The Grade 6 students of Section Descartes couldn't hide their excitement. They were going to create posters about climate change in their science class. Their teacher, Miss Ginny, clapped her hands. She was as excited as the class.
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July 06, 2025
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Oasis: five favorite hits
Five best-loved classics from the bad boys of 1990s Britpop Oasis, who made their long-awaited comeback with a reunion tour kicking off in Cardiff:
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