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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
The Freeman
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.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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
The Freeman
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.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
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.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
OVP acquires CCTV at P200K each
COA REPORT SHOWS:
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
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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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Hong Kong bans operations of two pro-democracy groups
Hong Kong banned the operations of two pro-democracy groups, the government said Tuesday, with members and donors facing fines of up to $128,000 and imprisonment for 14 years.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Chase Tower Runs rules Leg 1 of Crossover 3x3 Season 2
The Chase Tower Runs (CTR) emerged as Leg 1 champion of the Crossover 3x3 Basketball League Season 2:Holiday Clash played at the Cube Wing Atrium of SM Seaside City Cebu over the weekend.
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December 03, 2025
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Laguna solon denies dealing with Discayas
Laguna Fourth District Rep. Benjamin Agarao Jr. has denied any ties to super contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya during his appearance at the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Tuesday, December 2.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Heart disease, cancer, stroke lead causes of death in early 2025
Ischemic heart disease, neoplasms, and cerebrovascular diseases emerged as the leading causes of death in the Philippines from January to April 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue City Council approves P4.5B budget for 2026
The City Council has unanimously approved Mandaue City's P4.5-billion annual budget for 2026, maintaining the same level as this year to keep what officials describe as a \"realistic and transparent\" financial plan for the city.
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December 03, 2025
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The Cebuana 'Awiting Wicked' singers who met Ariana and Cynthia
Cebuana singers Fatima Soria and Pia Casing were both going through life-changing experiences when they were announced as part of the three duos who won the “Awiting Wicked: For Good” contest by Universal Pictures Philippines, in which they had the chance to meet Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo up close at the Singapore premiere of “Wicked: For Good” last November 13.
5 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Ex-ADB consultant pushes urgent review of city’s CLUP
The citizens’ letter invoked constitutional guarantees of the right to a balanced and healthful ecology, as well as the Local Government Code mandate requiring periodic reviews of zoning ordinances in coordination with national agencies.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Netflix makes cash offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery
Streaming giant Netflix has made a mostly cash offer to buy TV and film group Warner Bros Discovery as the storied yet debt-laden Hollywood studio presses on with a sale that could remake the US media landscape, a report said yesterday.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
DSWD-7 suspends guarantee letters, off-site payouts
FOR AICS, AKAP
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Trump accuses Honduras of rigging election results
Donald Trump accused election officials in Honduras on Monday of \"trying to change\" their presidential election outcome, as a partial digital tally revealed the two frontrunners are locked in a \"technical tie.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Mass-produced AI podcasts disrupt a fragile industry
Finding an Audience
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Venezuela accuses ICC of 'shirking' duties for closing Caracas office
Venezuelan officials accused the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor’s office on Monday of “shirking” their duties after the court announced it will close its Caracas office for lack of progress.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Pope Leo to hold Beirut mass, visit port blast site
Thousands of Lebanese faithful were making their way to Beirut's waterfront ahead of Pope Leo XIV's mass on Tuesday morning, the highlight of the Catholic leader's visit to the capital expected to draw huge crowds.
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December 03, 2025
The Freeman
Air traffic closing in on new record high
Philippine air traffic is on pace to set a new record in the post-pandemic period, especially as the international segment is close to touching 2019 levels, according to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB).
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