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In ordering drinking fountains to be built in many parts of city, Cebu City's new chief executive, Mayor Nestor Archival, is on the right track to eliminating the need for people to always buy --and then later dispose of -- single-use plastic bottles.
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July 09, 2025
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TVI's tree planting initiative hits 1M mark
AboitizPower subsidiary Therma Visayas Inc. (TVI), in partnership with the local government of Toledo City and multiple stakeholders from the public and private sectors, has successfully planted over one million native tree seedlings—seven years ahead of target—under its Carbon Sink Management Program (CSMP).
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July 09, 2025
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Arnis de Caballes-Ormoc rules “Bahug-Bahug sa Mabolo”
The Arnis de Caballes from Ormoc City carted away 19 gold, six silver and four bronze medals to reign supreme in the Doce Pares, Inc. Inter-Barangay/Club Eskrima Tournament dubbed as “Bahug-Bahug sa Mabolo” over the weekend at the Don Bernardo Benedicto Cultural Center of Mabolo Elementary School in Cebu City.
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July 09, 2025
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CPPO head relieved
After serving six months and 10 days, Cebu Police Provincial Office (CPPO) Acting Director Police Colonel Jovito Atanacio has been relieved from office.
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July 09, 2025
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Diamante pushes for soil innovation, food security
Former Tuburan Mayor Aljun Diamante emphasized the urgent need for inclusive agricultural development and soil innovation, as he addressed stakeholders during the 127th founding anniversary of the Department of Agriculture and Partners' Pasasalamat on July 7, 2025, in Cebu City.
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July 09, 2025
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Pokwang calls on Fyang Smith to 'be humble'
Comedienne Pokwang and “Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11” winner Sofia “Fyang” Smith are currently trending online following a comment from the former regarding humility.
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July 09, 2025
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Beermen, Gin Kings clash in Game 7 for Finals berth
The San Miguel Beermen and the Barangay Ginebra Kings will settle their unfinished business once and for all as they collide in the all-or-nothing Game 7 of the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup semifinals today (Wednesday, July 9) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
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July 09, 2025
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Rihanna is 'super inspired' by Smurfette
Rihanna, who voices Smurfette in the new Smurfs movie, has been a fan of Smurfs since she was a kid.
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July 09, 2025
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Navforcen launches 'Bantay Kadagatan 2025'
The Naval Forces Central (Navforcen) officially kicked off on July 7, 2025, the Exercise Bantay Kadagatan 2025, an annual inter-agency training activity focused on maritime operations.
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July 09, 2025
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BOPK joins minority bloc in 17th Cebu City Council
The 17th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Cebu City officially opened with the announcement of its key officers, majority bloc, and minority members during its inaugural session.
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July 09, 2025
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Lampposts at Heritage Plaza removed
At least 15 lampposts, part of the beautification project around the clock tower at the Mandaue City Heritage Plaza, have been removed.
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July 09, 2025
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Raymond hits Archival, Osmeña
In an interview on Tuesday, Garcia questioned the administration’s reference to shirt purchases, saying they were reported without supporting documents.
3 min |
July 09, 2025
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Evaluation of Capitol bldg ordered
AFTER REPORTS OF LEAKS, WEAR, HAZARDS
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July 09, 2025
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Gov Pam's medical momentum
Statistics Authority (PSA). In fact, “the richest province in the country”, Cebu, had the highest proportion of infant deaths among the provinces in the region, accounting for 2.9% of the total deaths in the province, according to the PSA.
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July 09, 2025
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Jonkie backs Pam
As Mandaue City falls under the territorial jurisdiction of Cebu Province, Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano has pledged his full support for Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, expressing his commitment to collaborate closely with the provincial government, particularly on initiatives and services that aim to benefit the city and its people.
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July 09, 2025
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NO ORAL ARGUMENTS: Supreme Court changes course on Maharlika fund
The Supreme Court has canceled the oral arguments on the controversial Maharlika Investment Fund, originally scheduled to begin on Tuesday, July 8.
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July 09, 2025
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PAGCOR rejects ban, favors stricter online gambling rules
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) said it does not support a total ban on online gambling but backs stricter regulation, as lawmakers file bills seeking tighter controls or prohibition.
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July 09, 2025
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Define “A Broken Capitol”
Of all the statements made by Governor Pam Baricuatro when she assumed office as the 27th governor of Cebu, her strongest denunciation yet of the previous administration was that she is supposedly entering \"A Broken Capitol\".
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July 09, 2025
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Batch 2018 completes elimination round sweep in SHAABAA Season 28
The Xchange Forex Batch 2018 demolished the Imperial House of Furniture Batch 2015, 85-67, to complete a seven-game elimination round sweep in Division C of the Sacred Heart Ateneo Alumni Basketball Athletic Association (SHAABAA) Season 28 on Sunday, July 6, at the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles Arena in Barangay Caduman, Mandaue City.
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July 09, 2025
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Phl summons Chinese envoy over sanctions vs Tolentino
The Philippines has summoned China’s ambassador to protest Beijing’s imposition of sanctions against former Sen. Francis Tolentino, the Department of Foreign Affairs announced Tuesday, July 8.
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July 09, 2025
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Philippine employment inches to 96.1% after election season
The country's employment rate slightly increased in May 2025, amid the Philippine election season, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Tuesday, July 8.
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July 09, 2025
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No managers yet for two terminals
Cebu Governor Pamela \"Pam\" Baricuatro clarified on Monday that no one has been officially appointed to manage any of the province-run transport terminals, debunking information that certain individuals have falsely claimed authority in these facilities.
3 min |
July 08, 2025
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Rockets confirm arrival of Durant
Superstar Kevin Durant is headed from the Phoenix Suns to Houston as part of an NBA-record seven-team deal, the Rockets confirmed on Sunday (Monday Philippine time).
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July 08, 2025
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NFC fraud threatens Phl digital payments security
CYBERCRIME ON THE RISE
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July 08, 2025
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Nestor and Pam, demolishing dynasties
Like Don Quijote de la Mancha and Sancho Panza, demolishing the windmills of trapos and political dynasties, Nestor Archival, straight from the mountains, has conquered the city, and Pam, all the way from the marginal edges of Pinamungajan, marched her way to the Capitol, without shining armor and demolished the dragon lady and claimed victory as the peoples’ governor.
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July 08, 2025
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Senator refiles bill to stop online lending harassment
A senator refiled legislation Monday, July 7, that would penalize online lending companies and debt collectors who publicly shame, harass and threaten borrowers.
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July 08, 2025
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Little Boy Productions brings rom-com 'Almost, Maine' to Cebu
Theater returns to the spotlight as Little Boy Productions stages “Almost, Maine,” the internationally acclaimed play by John Cariani, on Saturday, July 26, 7 pm at the UP Cebu Performing Arts Hall.
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July 08, 2025
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Ukraine says 4 killed, dozens wounded in Russian strikes
Russian strikes killed at least four people and wounded more than 30 others across Ukraine early on Monday, spurring evacuations from damaged housing blocs and sending civilians to bomb shelters.
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July 08, 2025
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Gov. Baricuatro vows transparent, inclusive government
PAM LAID DOWN PRINCIPLES
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July 08, 2025
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Fuel prices to drop for up to P0.80/liter
Motorists are in for slight relief at the pump starting Tuesday, July 8, as oil firms roll back fuel prices for a second straight week.
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