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Credit watchers affirm Phl investment grade
Debt watchers Moody's and Fitch Ratings have affirmed the country's investment grade status despite the issues surrounding alleged flood control corruption in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), according to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM).
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October 30, 2025
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Tejero resident nabbed with P7.9 million drugs
Over P7.9 million worth of 1.1 kilogram of suspected shabu was seized from a 56-year-old suspected high-value drug pusher in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Tejero, Cebu City on Tuesday evening, October 28.
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October 30, 2025
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Cebu targets new investments with strategic zoning
The Cebu Provincial Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to reshape the island's economic geography through strategic zoning and corridor-based industrial development, a move aimed at drawing new investments, accelerating regional industrialization, and ensuring economic gains extend beyond Metro Cebu.
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October 30, 2025
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'What Lies Beneath' still most-watched series on Netflix PH
\"What Lies Beneath\" expressed gratitude to Filipino audiences for their overwhelming support, as the series achieved a new all-time high of 530,015 peak concurrent online viewers during its October 27 episode, fueled by heightened anticipation surrounding the secrets of the Mabels.
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October 30, 2025
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Vulnerable passengers to get free ride—Capitol
To ease the travel rush this Undas season, the Cebu Provincial Government is rolling out a \"Libreng Sakay\" program for vulnerable passengers as part of its province-wide safety and mobility plan.
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October 30, 2025
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Cebu City, rehabilitation center partner to help street dwellers
Street dwellers in Cebu City are expected to bounce back with renewed hope, as FARM Recovery Center Inc., a Department of Healthaccredited drug addiction treatment and rehabilitation facility, has expressed its intent to support the City Government's ongoing reintegration efforts.
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October 30, 2025
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Repurposed by God
In the early 1930s, Cleo McVicker came up with a product that could be used as wallpaper cleaner.
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October 30, 2025
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Cebu City activates “Task Force Undas”
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has activated \"Task Force Undas 2025\" through Executive Order No. 019, Series of 2025, covering security, traffic management, sanitation, and medical services across the city's 21 cemeteries.
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October 30, 2025
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Myanmar invites foreign media coverage of polls
International media will be allowed to cover Myanmar’s upcoming junta-run polls, election authorities said Wednesday, an apparent invitation for foreign press to scrutinize the deeply disputed vote.
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October 30, 2025
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Cebu mulls revising recla rules to attract investments
The Cebu provincial government is moving to accelerate the completion of pending reclamation projects and revise its existing land-use policies to attract new investments while aligning with national laws, officials said.
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October 30, 2025
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Ethanol spill in Tañon Strait destroys fishing, tourism
\"The suspension of all trips going to Sand Bar, Dolphin Watching, and swimming activities in the city shores and coastlines is to ensure the safety of the public as well as our boat crew and operators,\" the order stated.
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October 30, 2025
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Ouano highlights accomplishments
Marking his first 100 days in office, Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito \"Jonkie\" Ouano bares his administration's accomplishments and ongoing programs anchored on the call for unity under the banner of \"One Mandaue.
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October 30, 2025
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Marcos signs bill banning POGOS
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has signed a measure banning all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), citing links to money laundering and human rights abuses.
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October 30, 2025
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Over 100 killed in Israeli strikes
Gaza’s civil defense agency and hospitals said Wednesday that a series of Israeli strikes killed more than 100 people across the Palestinian territory.
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October 30, 2025
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NYBL-Central Visayas shines with double silver at 13th Asia Pacific Cup
They may have fallen short of their target but the National Youth Basketball League (NYBL)-Central Visayas teams are still proud and happy for delivering a double silver for the Philippines in the 13th Asia Pacific Cup last October 22-26 in Singapore.
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October 30, 2025
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Japan PM Takaichi, Trump swap praise
'NEW GOLDEN AGE' OF TIES
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October 29, 2025
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Jerusalem to defend WBC throne vs South African challenger today
Melvin “El Gringo” Jerusalem is locked and loaded as he puts his World Boxing Council (WBC) minimumweight throne on the line against South African challenger Siyakholwa Kuse in the main event of Manny Pacquiao’s blockbuster card commemorating the 50th anniversary of the historic “Thrilla in Manila” tonight (Wednesday, October 29) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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October 29, 2025
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Musk launches Grokipedia to rival Wikipedia
Elon Musk’s company xAI launched Grokipedia on Monday to compete with online encyclopedia Wikipedia, which he has accused of ideological bias.
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October 29, 2025
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Pam named RDC chair
“I am pleased to transmit the appointment letter of Ms. Pamela Silagan Baricuatro as Chairperson, Regional Development Council, Region VII...signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos,” the letter read.
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October 29, 2025
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Tributes overflow for legendary basketball coach Jun Noel
With love and gratitude from the Cebu basketball community, tributes overflow for legendary coach Agripino “Jun” Noel who passed away at the age of 81 recently.
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October 29, 2025
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John Clifford: PBB'S 'Dutiful Langga' of Cebu is more than meets the eye
In his stint inside the “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB) house, Cebuano housemate John Clifford hopes to show different sides of himself, as he noticed that people often perceive him as shy and awkward.
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October 29, 2025
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Threatening cracks in the "Solid North"
During the time of President Ferdinand Marcos Sr., the north was so solid that no one dared to question his leadership.
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October 29, 2025
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Israel police claim: 3 Palestinians killed in raid
Israeli forces killed three Palestinians described as members of a “terrorist cell” during a raid near the occupied West Bank city of Jenin on Tuesday, police said.
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October 29, 2025
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Philippines, European Union make headway in FTA talks
The Philippines and the European Union (EU) are set to conduct the next full round of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) next year, following the completion of the fourth round of talks last week.
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October 29, 2025
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Capitol: Mobile kitchen had via emergency means
The Cebu Provincial Government clarified that the mobile kitchen launched on October 14 was procured through emergency means and not part of the P24-million regular vehicle procurement that is still set for bidding on October 27.
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October 29, 2025
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Illegal quarriers in Toledo river asked to stop
More than 200 individuals engaged in illegal sand and gravel extraction along the Hinulawan River in Toledo City have been ordered to cease operations after a recent inspection revealed widespread environmental damage caused by unregulated quarrying.
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October 29, 2025
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Fitch: Political uncertainty may stall Philippine growth
Philippine economic growth is expected to remain within target this year, although global trade woes and domestic political uncertainty may cloud the outlook, Fitch Ratings said.
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October 29, 2025
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Cebu bus terminals brace for Undas holiday rush
Cebu's transport authorities are ramping up operations to ensure smoother passenger movement during the All Saints' and All Souls' Day holidays, with terminal administrator Ahmed Cuizon spearheading efforts to decongest Metro Cebu's major transport hubs amid one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.
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October 29, 2025
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Cash reward hiked to P500K for info on cop gunmen
A total of P500,000 monetary reward will be given for anyone who can provide information leading to the capture of the suspects behind the killing of Police Captain Joel Deiparine.
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October 29, 2025
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Quezon, genealogical proximity, and change
The three Bayaniverse films, inspired by history, remind viewers that even the nation’s greatest heroes were human --brilliant yet flawed, noble yet imperfect.
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