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Bonus awaits Comelec nod
P385K CHARTER DAY GIFT FOR CITY HALL WORKERS
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April 08, 2025
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Explosive start for UC Webmasters in PRISAA National Games 2025
The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters, representing Central Visayas, opened their campaign with a ruthless 120-59 demolition of Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) in men's basketball event of the 2025 Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games on Monday, April 7, at the University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USLT) Gym in Cagayan Province.
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April 08, 2025
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House to validate payouts to OVP, confi fund recipients with PSA records
After revealing a new list of questionable names tied to alleged confidential fund recipients, a House leader said the investigation into Vice President Sara Duterte’s fund use will also verify individuals whose names appear in birth, marriage or death records.
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April 08, 2025
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Some Cabinet officials allowed to attend Senate probe
Malacañang has changed its tune, allowing select members of President Ferdinand \"Bongbong\" Marcos Jr.'s administration to attend Sen. Imee Marcos' probe into former president Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and turnover to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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April 08, 2025
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Cebu hosts global education agents to boost ESL tourism
Over 100 international education agents from eight countries converged in Cebu as part of a major initiative to promote the Philippines as a leading destination for English as a Second Language (ESL) education.
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April 08, 2025
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Residents with water problems to get containers
The Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office and the Department of Public Services has until today to distribute all the water containers to residents who are in need of water due to the dry season.
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April 08, 2025
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Garcia hits back at Archival: Help rather than make issues
Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has challenged Councilor Nestor Archival Sr. to help improve the city's mushroom cultivation program instead of criticizing it as \"vote-buying\" and turning it into a political issue.
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April 08, 2025
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An Elemental Show by Dior's Chiuri
Dior womenswear chief designer Maria Grazia Chiuri gave little clue about her future as she presented what could be her last collection at Paris Fashion Week, structured around the elements earth, air, ice and fire.
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April 08, 2025
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Netanyahu, Trump to tackle Iran, Gaza
Talks on Monday between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump are expected to be dominated by Washington’s shock tariffs on Israel and escalating tensions with Iran.
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April 08, 2025
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A visually stunning, terrifying horror story
After a successful streak of bringing award-winning Hollywood hits to local audiences, Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to redefine the moviegoing experience with the exclusive theatrical release of the terrifying and visually arresting horror film \"The Demon Disorder.\"
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April 08, 2025
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May Cabinet members be compelled to attend Senate hearings?
The conflict between the Dutertes and the Marcoses has led to a major rift between President BBM and elder sister Senator Imee Marcos. BBM has supported the ICC and Interpol in the arrest and detention of former president Rodrigo Duterte. Imee takes the opposing position of the Dutertes that the arrest was illegal.
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April 08, 2025
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Chinese ship nearly collides with Phl Coast Guard vessel
A Chinese Coast Guard ship came close to hitting a Philippine vessel during a confrontation in waters off Zambales over the weekend, according to the Philippine Coast Guard.
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April 08, 2025
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Market panic deepens as China retaliates against Trump tariffs
World markets crashed on Monday with Asia leading the rout, as US President Donald Trump held firm on his swingeing tariffs despite China retaliating and global recession warnings growing louder.
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April 08, 2025
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Russia bans Japanese NGO amid islands row
Russia said Monday it had outlawed a Japanese group calling for the return of a disputed island chain annexed by Moscow during World War II, amid simmering tensions with Tokyo.
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April 08, 2025
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Wearable Transliterations of an Iconic Precept
Last month, the Be Group amped up the groundbreaking ceremony its Be Uptown Park development with a runway presentation of the Summer 2025 collection of Cebu's fashion czar, Philip Rodriguez.
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April 08, 2025
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Mandaue City eyes outsourcing tree cutting services
The Mandaue City Government is considering outsourcing tree cutting services, particularly for dense and hazardous species such as the buri (palm) tree, citing the importance of having trained professionals on-site during the process.
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April 08, 2025
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2 Mandaue cops arrested in separate incidents
Two police officers assigned in Mandaue City were arrested in separate incidents over the weekend – one for physical assault and threats, and the other in an anti-drug operation.
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April 08, 2025
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'Avatar: Fire and Ash' out in December
Evil Na’vi. Giant volcanoes. Airborne boats. The first-ever footage from “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the sequel to two of the highest grossing movies of all time, was recently debuted at the CinemaCon event.
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April 08, 2025
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Cashless payment at City Hall soon
In an effort to promote cashless transactions, the Cebu City Government signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with fintech firm C PASS Inc. on Monday, April 7, 2025, to establish a digital public payment system.
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April 08, 2025
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Reviving Filipino Film Classics on the Big Screen
Experience restored Filipino film classics at Ayala Malls Cinemas with \"A Rewind\", wherein you can catch timeless masterpieces on the big screen from April 9-13.
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April 08, 2025
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Good cops, bad cops
Two incidents are giving a black eye to the Philippine National Police...again.
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April 08, 2025
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Putting healthcare on the ballot
For elderly-friendly health facilities and a breast-screening program for indigent women.
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April 08, 2025
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The success story of HPV vaccination
A study published by researchers at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights the powerful impact of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, first approved in 2006, in preventing precancerous lesions detected through cervical screening.
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April 07, 2025
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PhilHealth rolls out outpatient emergency care benefit package
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has announced that all members and their legal dependents may now avail of the Outpatient Emergency Care Benefit (OECB) Package at any PhilHealth-accredited Level 1 to Level 3 hospital.
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April 07, 2025
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Ride-hailing platforms partner with LGU for first aid training
Underscoring its commitment to passenger and driver safety, Grab and MOVE IT partnered with the local government of Cebu City through the Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (CCDRRMO) for a comprehensive first aid safety training program.
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April 07, 2025
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France Warns Against Garcinia Plant-based Weight Loss Supplements
France recently warned against dietary supplements promising weight loss that use the tropical plant Garcinia cambogia after a range of rare but serious side effects including one death were reported.
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April 07, 2025
The Freeman
TIPS TO EFFECTIVELY LOOSE WEIGHT
Balanced Diet is Key - Focus on a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and whole grains. Avoid overly restrictive diets that can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
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April 07, 2025
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De Lima: Constitution, not SC compelling anti-political dynasty law
The Supreme Court is not the one that will compel Congress to pass an anti-political dynasty law, but the Constitution, former senator Leila De Lima said.
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April 07, 2025
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NBI-7 summons Baricuatro
The National Bureau of Investigation in Central Visayas (NBI-7) has also launched a fact-finding investigation into the Simply Share Foundation Inc. (SSFI), a charitable group founded by gubernatorial candidate Pamela Baricuatro, over alleged illegal solicitation activities.
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April 07, 2025
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ON STORAGE FEE
Impounded vehicle owners urged: Prepare as TEAM grants amnesty
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