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The Freeman
Council asks Garcia to release JOs unpaid service pay, wages
The Cebu City Council called on outgoing Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia to release the unpaid service premium pay and salaries of job-order (JO) employees that have not been distributed since October 2024.
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June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Not easy as AVC
Alas Pilipinas reached the AVC Women’s Volleyball Nations Cup final for the first time. Playing in an unfamiliar position against powerhouse Vietnam, the Filipinas lost in straight sets. But silver is still the best finish ever for the country in more than six decades.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Rizal: The greatest Malayan who ever lived
Today is the 164th birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
'Political sabotage
\"This act of sabotage undermines the trust placed in us by the people of Cebu and threatens the fiscal integrity of our province,\" Baricuatro wrote
2 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
KimPau to star in romance-suspense 'The Alibi'
The popular Kapamilya love team of Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino are back with a thrilling new series as they top-bill ABS-CBN’s upcoming romance-suspense “The Alibi.”
1 min |
June 19, 2025
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'Elio' explores friendship and belonging across the stars
Amidst a political crisis involving a Lord Grigon who seeks to conquer the galaxy, Elio befriends his son Glordon, who is friendly and does not wish to take over his dad's throne, let alone be his minion.
3 min |
June 19, 2025
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Archival to revive 24/7 public library
The Cebu City’s public library is set to return to its pre-pandemic 24-hour operations as incoming Mayor Nestor Archival announced its reopening after he will officially take his new post.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Araneta guns for IBF crown in Japan today
Cebuano knockout artist Christian “The Bomb” Araneta of Omega Gym steps on the biggest stage of his career as he battles against Thai power puncher Thanongsak Simsri in a 12-round rumble for the IBF light flyweight belt today (Thursday, June 19) at the Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
DPWH admits lapses in Cogon Pardo project
Amid concerns over the compromised mangrove area in Cogon Pardo, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) admitted to lapses in securing environmental permits, drawing sharp criticism from Cebu City Councilor Jocelyn Pesquera during an executive session on Wednesday.
3 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
When drivers become swindlers
A video that's now making its rounds on social media shows a taxi driver charging a passenger P1,260 for the short ride between the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 and Terminal 2.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Opascor rides out maritime woes with trust-based partnerships
Oriental Port and Allied Services Corp. (Opascor), the exclusive cargo handler at Cebu International Port (CIP), is doubling down on strategic partnerships and long-term investments to weather a tough maritime environment marked by rising costs and falling cargo volumes.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
The First Concorde, Now A Historical Monument
The first Concorde supersonic passenger aircraft has been named a historical monument by France’s culture minister.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Archival vows to address Pasil vendors' concerns
Following complaints from vendors at the Pasil Fish Market, Cebu City Mayor-elect Nestor Archival has vowed to look into reported problems such as leaking roofs and flooding during heavy rains.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Call for Entries to 73rd Palanca Awards
The Carlos Palanca Foundation, Inc. is accepting entries to the 73rd Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature — more popularly known as the Palanca Awards.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
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Archival mulls livelihood-based approach to solve plastic waste
Cebu City Mayor-elect Nestor Archival is calling for a more sustainable solution to the city's persistent plastic waste problem— one that goes beyond periodic cleanup drives.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
DepEd-7: Uniforms not required in public schools
Students in public schools are “not required” to wear school uniforms, the Department of Education (DepEd)-7 clarified, citing efforts to ease the financial burdens of low-income families.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Coach Mike Reyes opens new chapter in his glittering career
WITH FEU TAMARAWS IN UAAP
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Lapu-Lapu City marks Charter Day with tributes, vision for the future
Recalling the enactment of Republic Act No. 3134 on June 17, 1961, which converted the municipality of Opon into Lapu-Lapu City, Chan paid tribute to the late Congressman Manuel Zosa, who authored the law that granted the city local autonomy and fueled its development.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Pass your paper finished or unfinished
Classes have begun and the schools are once again packed with students hopeful to have a better future.
3 min |
June 19, 2025
The Freeman
Gerald leads crime drama 'Sins of the Father'
In this intense and socially relevant series, Anderson plays a man caught in the dark world of scamming - a timely issue that many Filipinos face today.
1 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
ON CARBON MARKET AS HERITAGE SITE: Garcia: no need for an ordinance
Following the vendors' request to declare the Carbon Market as a heritage area, Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia reiterated that the city already has an existing ordinance creating a heritage district that included the known public market.
3 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
World Energy Methane Emissions Near Record High in 2024
Record fossil fuel production kept planet-heating methane emissions near historic highs last year, the International Energy Agency said recently, warning of a surge in massive leaks from oil and gas facilities.
2 min |
June 18, 2025
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PBA set to bring games in Dubai, Bahrain
The Philippine Basketball Association is going great guns as it celebrates its 50th season.
1 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Hostile showdown erupts in 'Incognito'
ABS-CBN’s action series “Incognito” continues to thrill viewers as conflict between brothers Andres (Daniel Padilla) and Jun/Uno (Louise Abuel) explodes, while JB Bonifacio (Richard Gutierrez) fights for his life in the episode last Monday (June 16).
1 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Does the Senate have no limits in impeachment?
How far can the Senate go in handling an impeachment trial?
2 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Sponsors make Johndorf Run '25 more exciting, enticing to runners
Over a thousand runners filled the streets of Cebu Business Park to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Johndorf Ventures Corporation during the recent Johndorf Run, where athletes and community members vied for victory, prizes, and pride.
2 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
The Freeman defends report amid CCPO legal action threat
Based on the reporter's accounts supported by photos and time stamps, he was outside the school by 7:00 a.m., during the busy arrival of students and parents. The photo accompanying the post was taken at 7:02 a.m., at the start of the crowd buildup.
2 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Online disinformation concern hits record high
Concern over online misand disinformation in the Philippines climbed to a record 67% in early 2025 amid a politically charged midterm election season that saw Vice President Sara Duterte impeached on corruption charges and former president Rodrigo Duterte arrested by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity tied to his brutal drug war.
3 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Baricuatro seeks ‘outright’dismissal of poll protest
After given a five-day period to reply before the Commission on Elections (Comelec), incoming Cebu Governor Pamela “Pam” Baricuatro has called for the outright dismissal of the election protest filed against her by outgoing Cebu Governor Gwendolyn “Gwen” Garcia.
2 min |
June 18, 2025
The Freeman
Thunder on cusp of NBA crown
Jalen Williams erupted for 40 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder held off the Indiana Pacers to score a 120-109 victory and move to within one win of clinching the NBA Finals.
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