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'Crossover of all crossovers'
Fans couldn’t contain their excitement over ABS-CBN and Dreamscape Entertainment's announcement of Kathryn Bernardo and James Reid’s pairing for their comeback teleserye that wreaked havoc on social media and earned over 3.5 million total views in 24 hours.
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September 01, 2025
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DBM sees no reason to revise GDP target
Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said she sees no reason to revise the country’s full-year gross domestic product (GDP) growth target, expressing continued confidence in the government’s economic outlook and the existing growth projections for 2025.
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September 01, 2025
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Evil triumphs when good men do nothing
Why are the good people too silent in the midst of man's relentless inhumanity’? In the face of too many anomalies, why do too many good people continue to remain silent? The only way for the corrupt, the abusive and the incorrigible grafters to triumph is for good Filipinos to do nothing.
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September 01, 2025
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Construction of San Roque gym's 2nd floor kicks off
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is picking up where the past two administrations left off, leading the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an additional second floor at Barangay San Roque's multipurpose gym over the weekend.
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September 01, 2025
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Pinoy tourist dies at HK Disneyland
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the death of a Filipino tourist who lost consciousness while on a ride at Hong Kong Disneyland.
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September 01, 2025
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Del Toro delivers his monster, 'Frankenstein'
Mexican director Guillermo del Toro gave birth to another monster yesterday, his big-budget “Frankenstein” movie, joking that the effort had left him worn out as his creation got its world premiere in Venice.
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September 01, 2025
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Reso pushes to let buses use CBRT lane
A legislator is now officially lobbying for a resolution to allow the utilization of the designated middle lanes for Cebu Interim Bus Services (CIBUS) operations along Fuente Osmeña to the Cebu South Bus Terminal for the partial commencement of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) system in September 2025, as part of the implementation of Package 1.
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September 01, 2025
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Riders have to be extra careful
Photos and videos of motorcycle riders sprawled in the street following an accident have sadly become more common in social media nowadays.
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September 01, 2025
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Hamas confirms death of Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar
Hamas on Sunday confirmed the death of Mohammed Sinwar, its presumed leader in Gaza, more than three months after Israel said it had killed him in an air strike.
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September 01, 2025
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Archival to senior citizens: Cash aid is on 3rd week of September
Mayor Nestor Archival announced that senior citizens will receive their long-awaited three-month financial assistance by the third week of September.
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September 01, 2025
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Lav Diaz's 'Magellan' sets Phl premiere
Lav Diaz's film about the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan will arrive on Philippine shores this September.
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September 01, 2025
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CLOONEY AND NETFLIX TEAM UP FOR COMEDY 'JAY KELLY'
Hollywood stars and Netflix took the spotlight on the second day of the prestigious Venice film festival, with George Clooney, Adam Sandler and Emma Stone in high-profile premieres.
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September 01, 2025
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BSP accepts Moody's positive review of Philippine economy
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has welcomed the recent positive assessment by global credit rating agency Moody's, which praised the country’s strong access to both local and foreign financing.
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September 01, 2025
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Jerusalem upbeat on defending WBC throne before home fans
With much excitement and enthusiasm, two-time world champion Melvin “El Gringo” Jerusalem looks forward to defending his World Boxing Council minimumweight throne before his home fans two months from now.
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September 01, 2025
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Moody's flags debt, climate risks in Phl's credit review
Moody's Ratings completed its periodic review of the Philippines’ credit profile, citing the economy’s strong growth prospects and stable fiscal metrics while warning of lingering risks from elevated debt costs, global uncertainties and climate change.
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September 01, 2025
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'Some Nights I Feel Like Walking' strikes raw yet dreamy tone
Being young can be cruel, especially if you are a runaway on the streets of Manila, performing sexual favors for older men just to survive. But you don’t have to be alone when you have a group of friends in the same situation. And sometimes, that’s all you need to get by.
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September 01, 2025
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Cops record drop in crimes
The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) reported a notable drop in crime incidents across the city, marking a 28.70% reduction from January up to August 26, 2025.
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September 01, 2025
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Mandaue City to step up animal welfare services
The Mandaue City Veterinary Office is planning to enhance its animal welfare services, with a focus on controlling the stray population.
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September 01, 2025
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Grenade blast rocks home of brgy exec in Cotabato City
Two men riding a motorcycle hurled and detonated a fragmentation grenade before dawn on Saturday, August 30, outside the residence of a barangay official known for supporting police law enforcement efforts.
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September 01, 2025
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Inflation likely picked up in August
Inflation likely inched up in August after hitting its lowest level in nearly six years in July, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.
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September 01, 2025
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Mandaue government aims to rehabilitate slaughterhouse
The Mandaue City Veterinary Office has recommended the temporary closure of the city’s slaughterhouse to allow for rehabilitation.
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August 31, 2025
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SugBohol link plans stalled
However, nearly a decade after its introduction under the Build, Build, Build program of former President Rodrigo \"Digong\" Roa Duterte, the project is still only on paper and has not moved forward yet.
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August 31, 2025
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GenZ expectations
And it’s open season against contractors and their influencer children.
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August 31, 2025
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Court finds Trump's global tariffs illegal
A US appeals court on Friday ruled that many of President Donald Trump's tariffs, which have upended global trade, were illegal -- but allowed them to remain in place for now, giving him time to take the fight to the Supreme Court.
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August 31, 2025
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EMMA STONE STARS IN APOCALYPTIC SATIRE
An apocalyptic satire starring Emma Stone and a Tinseltown road trip dramedy with George Clooney took the spotlight at the Venice Film Festival.
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August 31, 2025
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Chua brothers make history in SHAABAA
Brothers Benedict Andre and Anton Bennett Chua etched their names in stone in the recently concluded Sacred Heart Ateneo Alumni Basketball Athletic Association (SHAABAA) Season 28.
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August 31, 2025
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UC gymnasts shine in Malaysia tilt
University of Cebu’s Daniella Myrnn de la Pisa proved that being a champion runs in the blood after she won a gold medal and a pair of bronze in the Vivace 4th Rhythmic Gymnastics International Competition held at Pesta Gim in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia recently.
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August 31, 2025
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PhilHealth-7 expands primary healthcare access in Mandaue, Danao
PhilHealth-7 recently marked a major stride in advancing primary health care with the official launch of the Yaman sa Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) at the Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex.
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August 31, 2025
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Sen. Go's commitment to accessible healthcare
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go reaffirmed his commitment to bringing quality healthcare closer to Filipinos during the blessing and ribbon-cutting of the newly completed Super Health Center in Barangay Lagtang, Talisay City, on Wednesday, August 27.
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August 31, 2025
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ROOTED IN GRACE, RISING IN STRENGTH
Ziva Allyson, you are now fifteen. It is a radiant age where grace and determination meet. As the only daughter in a home founded on simplicity but filled with love, you are cherished not to be spoiled, but to be shaped into a strong and an independent individual. With every elegant step, you show that true beauty lies in constant dedication, not privilege.
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