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The Freeman
East Ukraine stronghold evacuates families as Russia nears
When authorities ordered the evacuation of families and children from parts of Kramatorsk in east Ukraine, 34-year-old mother of two Angela Bolonz was initially shocked.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
CERA pushes for grid upgrades after quake disrupts power supply
The Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates (CERA) has urged the government and the energy sector to accelerate upgrades to the Philippines’ power infrastructure following a 6.9-magnitude earthquake that disrupted electricity supply across Central and Eastern Visayas.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Councilor seeks protection of minors in public rallies
Those planning to allow young participants in rallies or public assemblies will need to ensure that they are accompanied by a responsible adult and have parental consent, as required under a proposed ordinance currently being reviewed by the Mandaue City Council.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Tagle takes helm of diocese once held by Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has formally taken over the titular diocese of Albano.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Pakistan-Afghan border crossings closed after heavy clashes
Key border crossings between Pakistan and Afghanistan were closed on Sunday after fierce clashes erupted overnight following Taliban accusations that Islamabad had carried out air strikes this week, officials said.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
NEW 'KNIVES OUT' SPOTLIGHTS TRUMP-ERA US POLITICAL LANDSCAPE
The latest “Knives Out” movie may be another whodunit but the expanding franchise’s creator insists he also wanted to confront the current US political climate with the star-studded film.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
New LTO chief bares 7-point reform agenda
Newly appointed Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chief Assistant Secretary Markus V. Lacanilao has unveiled a seven-point reform agenda aimed at improving the agency’s operations and restoring public trust through transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
CNU proposes 20-storey disaster-resilient building
The Cebu Normal University (CNU) is proposing the demolition and replacement of its Academic Center for Arts and Sciences (ACAS) building with a 20-story, disaster-resilient structure, following the confirmation of serious structural violations and deficiencies.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Unprepared for calamities
What happened in the city of Bogo and the municipalities of San Remigio, Medellin, Daanbantayan, Sogod, and even Tabuelan and other nooks and crannies in northern Cebu should be reminding us all over again that we really need to be more prepared, to be better organized, and to be more coordinated in all our efforts to respond, rescue, and extend assistance to the beleaguered people. Not just in Cebu but all over the Philippines.
3 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
YAKAP in UCMed Kalusugan Center
I needed a break from writing columns about the corruption scandals in DPWH and the ongoing ICI investigations, that may lead to uncovering bigger amounts stolen, and involving more government officials, that I looked for government programs/ projects that work.
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
KMJS 'Kurakot' series ignites national conversation
AS PODCAST HITS 100M VIEWS
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Marikina declares 2-day health break amid surge in 'flu-like' illness
The Marikina City local government unit (LGU) suspended its classes on Monday, October 13, until Tuesday, October 14.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
China cries double standards vs US
OVER NEW TARIFFS THREAT
2 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Phivolcs logs 1,111 aftershocks in Davao Oriental
State seismologists have recorded over 1,000 aftershocks as of noon on Sunday, October 12, following the doublet earthquake in Davao Oriental on Friday.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
DA targets 84 percent rice self-sufficiency by 2026
The Philippines is projected to produce enough rice to meet 84 percent of its domestic demand by the end of next year, according to a high-ranking official of the Department of Agriculture (DA).
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
DSWD-7 calls for volunteers to help repack food packs for quake-hit families
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)-7 is calling on volunteers to help in the repacking of family food packs (FFPs) at the Visayas Disaster Resource Center (VDRC) in Barangay Tingub, Mandaue City, as part of its ongoing relief efforts for earthquake-affected communities.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Utang sa MCWD
Wala na bay kuwarta ang Metro Cebu Water District (MCWD)? May sukaranan bang mga pasidaan nga mabangkarota ang MCWD tungod sa kuwestiyonableng mga kontrata nga gisudlan ni kanhi MCWD chairman Joey Daluz?
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
PCG: Chinese ship rams gov't vessel in disputed sea
The Philippine Coast Guard has accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming a government vessel anchored near an island in the South China Sea on Sunday.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
DA rolls out free mobile soil laboratory testing
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is urging farmers across the country to take full advantage of its free Mobile Soil Laboratory (MSL) services—an initiative designed to bring science-based soil diagnostics directly to the field and help farmers make informed, cost-efficient decisions.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Partly her fault
In refusing to grant the request for the interim release of former president Rodrigo Duterte, now being held in The Hague for accusations of crimes against humanity, the International Criminal Court (ICC) said that among other things it was statements made by his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte Carpio, that influenced their decision.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Trump, Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit
US President Donald Trump and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will chair a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, also attended by world leaders including the UN chief.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
Bill proposes pensions for farmers, fishermen
A bill has been filed in Congress to create an Agricultural Pension Program for farmers and fishermen in the country.
1 min |
October 13, 2025
The Freeman
BOC surpasses target collections
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Cebu recently recognized its top-performing personnel, divisions, and subports during an awarding ceremony, following another month of exceptional revenue performance.
1 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Blackwater, TNT get off to flying starts
Christian David provided the spark and RK Ilagan delivered the killer blows in the endgame to lead Blackwater past Terrafirma, 107-87, in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center-Montalban on Friday night, October 10.
1 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Marcos urged to allocate aid for Amerasians
A group of Filipino-American leaders have appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to allocate a portion of recently announced U.S. humanitarian funds to support an estimated 50,000 Filipino Amerasians, who are children and descendants of American military personnel once stationed in the Philippines.
1 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu province, Cebu City to send relief to Davao
\"Davao Oriental and other areas are facing great loss after the 7.4-magnitude earthquake shook their homes and hearts. Daghang nawad-an, daghang nanginahanglan ug tabang, but hope will always live through our compassion,\" he added.
2 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Phl maintains Tier 1 rank in US trafficking report
The Philippines has kept its Tier 1 ranking in the 2025 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, showing that the country continues to meet the minimum standards in fighting human trafficking.
2 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Gov creates animal welfare council
As Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro marked her first 100 days in office last October 8, there was also the issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 59, creating the Provincial Animal Welfare Council (PAWC) to institutionalize programs on animal welfare, rabies control, and marine life conservation in Cebu Province.
1 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
THE SCOUTS' OATH AND LAW
Scouting Month is a time to celebrate the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. They are young people who choose to live with honor, service, and love for God, country, and others.
2 min |
October 12, 2025
The Freeman
Weder-weder lang - Calida Remulla cycle
Sereno out as chief justice of the Philippine Supreme Court, Calida performed a legal exhibition in using quo warranto rather than the more common constitutionally enshrined process called impeachment.
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