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Cebuano environmental heroes
The tragedies linked to Monterrazas, the Mananga River, the Butuanon River, and the Cotcot River should tell us our Cebuano political leaders, government bureaucrats, and contractors have failed us.
3 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue records 10 suspected cases of leptospirosis
The Mandaue City Health Office reported that at least ten suspected cases of leptospirosis have been recorded in the city as of November this year, as officials continually call upon those exposed to floodwaters to seek medical consultation.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
30 Chinese vessels swarm WPS
At least 30 Chinese military and coast guard vessels were seen swarming four features in the West Philippine Sea as of yesterday, the Philippine Navy said Tuesday, November 25.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Index returns to 6,000 level
Investors went on a buying spree on Monday to extend the local stock market’s win run and lift it back above the 6,000 level ahead of what could be groundbreaking developments this week.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
8 entrepreneurs honored for resilience and innovation
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) honored eight entrepreneurs and organizations whose leadership and innovation helped anchor the province’s economy through a year marked by natural calamities and economic volatility.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Stock markets advance as odds for another Fed rate cut grow
Investors on Tuesday welcomed more dovish comments from Federal Reserve officials reinforcing hopes it will cut interest rates next month, while a tech-led rally on Wall Street soothed recent AI bubble worries.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Developers, engineers urged: Invest on electrical design
A global energy technology leader has urged developers, engineers, and property stakeholders to strengthen their approach to electrical design by placing greater emphasis on safety, scalability, and reliability as fire risks linked to weak electrical infrastructure continue to rise in the Philippines.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
DOJ offers P1M reward for info on Ong's location
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has offered P1-million reward for information on Lucky South 99 representative Cassie Ong.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Pistons, Raptors stretch winning streaks
Cade Cunningham scored 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to spark the Detroit Pistons to their franchise record-tying 13th consecutive victory, a 122-117 triumph at Indiana.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Time-bending anime 'Scarlet' at SM Cinemas on Dec. 10
The world was introduced to Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Mamoru Hosoda's newest animated film, \"Scarlet,\" at the 82nd Venice Film Festival on September 4.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
Belano, Runez rule 3rd RPM Chess Championships
John Lester Belano and Arena FIDE Master Nathaniel Runez emerged as champions of the 3rd RPM Chess Championships at the GMall of Cebu over the weekend.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
A step forward?
There is some development in the case regarding the missing sabungeros in Luzon.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
USPF denies evicting athletes from dorms
The University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) is facing scrutiny after reports circulated online claiming that student-athletes were allegedly evicted from campus dormitories in the aftermath of the October 2025 Cebu earthquake and Typhoon Tino.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
'Kuan on One' Season 4 features Beauty Gonzales in EP 1
Kuantie Melai Cantiveros-Francisco is bringing four times more 'chika' and laughter with all-new guests for season four of ABS-CBN's hit Bisaya talk show, \"Kuan on One,\" premiering yesterday, November 25.
1 min |
November 26, 2025
The Freeman
CCPO unveils bicycle cops
As part of its proactive security efforts, the Cebu City Tourist Police Unit (TPU) launched a 20-member bicycle patrol team yesterday.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
The Finer points of cebuano Design
The finer points of Cebuano design once again took center stage in October's slate of fashion fetes and celebrations in and outside of Cebu. Here's a roundup of three of the month's noteworthy fashion affairs.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
P101M pushed for 2026 PTO budget
FROM ONLY P3M THIS YEAR
3 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Verbena may trigger flashfloods
“Ang atong mga waterways, rivers nato ang capacity is na reduce because of dissiltation, katong mga loose soil tungod ni Tino from the upstream so na deposit naman siya so mabaw na ang kasapaan, mga drainage,” Quiblat said.
4 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Asian stocks rise as US rate hopes soothe nerves after torrid week
Asian markets mostly rose Monday as fresh hopes for a US interest rate cut provided some calm after last week's rollercoaster ride fuelled by worries of a tech bubble.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Contractors given more time to explain campaign donation
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has granted additional time to several government contractors to submit their written explanations on allegations that they made illegal donations to candidates during the 2022 elections.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
'Wicked: For Good' breaks box-office records
A congratulations is in order as \"Wicked: For Good\" earned P163.5 million in the five-day opening weekend box office. That's a 54% jump from the opening weekend of the first Wicked film.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Seven detained over flood control scams
Authorities have arrested seven individuals in connection with the flood control scam, six of whom voluntarily surrendered, according to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday, November 24.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Marcos vows relentless pursuit vs execs in flood control fiasco
President Marcos yesterday vowed a relentless crackdown on personalities linked to the multi-billion-peso flood control controversy, announcing that several individuals facing arrest warrants for graft and malversation are now in government custody.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
'Wicked: For Good': Satisfying finale to musical saga – minus Dorothy
If the first act of “Wicked” is about choices, the second act is about consequences. Just as Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) decides to become a rebel of Oz to fight for animal rights, Glinda (Ariana Grande) chooses to stay as part of her larger ambition, hoping she can one day clear Elphaba’s name.
4 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Foreign tech firms enter Phl market with Cebu rollout
As businesses across Southeast Asia confront rising compliance pressures and accelerating digitization demands, Dubai-based TransNational Company LLC (TNC) and global software developer 1C Company are positioning their jointly deployed platform as the backbone for enterprises seeking operational efficiency—from small retailers to large, multi-branch conglomerates.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Lancers exact vengeance on Webmasters
The four-peat seeking University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers lashed back at their archrivals University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters, 64-59, to bolster their Top 2 bid in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Sunday, November 23, at the Cebu Coliseum.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Diesel up, gasoline prices down today
Prices of gasoline will be rolled back by PO.20 per liter on Tuesday, but diesel prices will increase by PHPO.60 per liter and kerosene by P1.30 per liter.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
China slams Japan's plans to deploy missiles near Taiwan
China slammed on Monday Japan's decision to push ahead with a planned deployment of missiles on an island near Taiwan, escalating a weeks-long diplomatic spat.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Israel kills Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut
Israel killed Hezbollah's military chief in a strike on Beirut on Sunday, the Israeli military and the militant group said, hitting an apartment building and killing five people according to Lebanese authorities.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
The Freeman
Tiu is new OIC of RHPU-7
Police Lieutenant Colonel Wildemar Tiu formally assumed office on Monday, November 24, as the new officer-in-charge of the Regional Highway Patrol Unit-7 (RHPU-7), following the retirement of Police Colonel Neil Francia.
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