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The Freeman
Healing
The past few weeks have brought significant challenges as I grapple with an illness closely linked to the aging process.
2 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Archival plans to revisit issues on waste facility
Cebu City Mayor-elect Nestor Archival said he is planning to revisit the issues surrounding the Binaliw waste facility, which remained unresolved.
2 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
BisayaFlix's workshop series concludes with success
BisayaFlix successfully hosted an inspiring five-day Performing Arts and Filmmaking Workshop Series from May 25 to 29, bringing together some of the Philippines' accomplished industry professionals to mentor aspiring artists, creators, and storytellers.
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
MCCI warns of repercussions in proposed P200 wage hike
The Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) raised concerns over the proposed P200 across-the-board increase in the daily minimum wage for private sector workers.
3 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Here come the rains again
It is official; the rainy season has started, according the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Batch 2004 now 4-0, Cabahug fires 52 points in Batch 2006 win
The ‘04 For the Win Batch 2004 kept its undefeated record intact while Mikey Cabahug produced an eye-catching performance in leading Subtero Batch 2006 to victory in Division B of the Sacred Heart Ateneo Alumni Basketball Athletic Association (SHAABAA) Season 28 at the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles Arena in Barangay Canduman, Mandaue City.
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Wonderful partnership for 2025 Cebu celebration of WED
The United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are urgently promoted to have a better world for all, by 2030s, with no one left behind.
2 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
DOTR still helping with PUV modernization
The Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernization Program continues with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) strengthening government support for transport cooperatives to help them meet financial obligations.
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Archival aims to plant 250,000 trees
As part of his environmental advocacy, Cebu City mayor-elect Nestor Archival said he wants to plant 250,000 trees under his term.
2 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
BINI RELEASES SPECIAL TOUR SINGLE 'SHAGIDI'
Amid the ongoing “BINIverse World Tour,” the nation's girl group BINI unleashed a special tour single titled “Shagidi,' which is a new dance anthem inspired by a traditional Filipino game.
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Haliburton sinks game-winner as Pacers take Finals opener
Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton sank the game-winning basket with 0.3 of a second remaining to give the Pacers a stunning 111-110 fightback victory over Oklahoma City in the opening game of the NBA Finals.
1 min |
June 07, 2025
The Freeman
Arrest, rehab for illegal drug users
Police chief General Nicolas Torre III sought to set the record straight: his “paramihan ng aresto” order is not a return to the Duterte administration’s war on drugs.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
We are all born with DIGNITY – It begins with you and me!
Some months ago, I wrote about the interesting subject: Are we born smart, or do we learn to be smart? The answer: People aren’t born smart. People learn how to work with what they’ve got and become smart as a result.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
River council seeking stoppage of DPWH project in Cogon Pardo
The Cebu City River Management Council (CCRMC) passed a resolution recommending the imposition of a cease-and-desist order against a government-initiated project that reportedly harmed the protected mangrove area in Barangay Cogon Pardo.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Palma urges public to respond to HIV/AIDS with love, compassion
Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma is calling on the public to be more aware of HIV/AIDS and to respond with love and understanding, amid rising cases reported by the Department of Health (DOH).
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
US pressures NATO on deal increasing defense spending
US defense chief Pete Hegseth on Thursday pushed NATO to agree a deal on ramping up defense spending that can satisfy President Donald Trump at a summit later this month.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Inaugural Visayas G Hoops set June 20-22
It's green and go for the inaugural Visayas G Hoops powered by VISTECH on June 20-22 at the Sacred Heart School-Jesuit old campus along General Maxilom Avenue in Cebu City.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
The Vatican and cycling
At the start of the 20th century, cycling in Europe had become so popular that it led to the creation of the Tour de France in 1903 and the Giro d’Italia (Tour of Italy) in 1909.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Danao City to mark 64th Charter Day with honors, concert
Danao City is set to celebrate its 64th Charter Anniversary this Saturday, June 7, 2025 with a full day of events that recognize the excellence of its people and express gratitude for the city's continuing progress.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Inflation at 1.3% in May, lowest since 2019
The Philippine inflation rate continued to slow in May 2025, easing to 1.3% from 1.4% in April, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
PDEA destroys P560M worth of illegal drugs
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Central Visayas (PDEA-7), in coordination with the Police Regional Office-7 (PRO-7) led the destruction of illegal drugs worth P560,402,548.28 at a thermal facility of Cosmopolitan Funeral Homes on Jonquera St., Cebu City.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Why Jed Madela believes Pinoys are among the world's best singers
\"Cebuanos have a high standard for entertainment because the majority of good singers are from Cebu, and that's why the standards are so high,\" Madela observed.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Summer's Innovative Dishes
Janice Ceniza of Titania Wine sent me an invitation to a Nikkei Wine Pairing Dinner at DIP Nikkei. Two of my close friends, Dr. Patrick Pangilinan and Mrs. Genevieve Pangilinan, joined me on a Saturday trip from Cebu City to the Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Putin to seek revenge for attack on bombers
Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin warned him Wednesday that he would seek revenge for Ukraine's stunning drone attack on Moscow's bomber fleet, adding that the Russian leader was not ready for any \"immediate peace.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Council backs creation of task force vs Mpox
The Cebu City Council has expressed full support for the creation of a task force to address the growing threat of monkeypox (Mpox), following a call from Mayor-elect Nestor Archival Sr.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Young stars sparkle as Thunder, Pacers seek first NBA titles
Powered by young star talent and deep rosters, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers open the NBA Finals today (Friday, June 6 Philippine time), each trying to bring their city a first-ever crown.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
No different from terrorists
Just recently, two attacks occurred in the US, both stemming from the war in Gaza.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
'Answer Gwen's election protest'
\"Hence, you are required to file within a non-extendable period of five days upon receipt hereof, your verified answer containing four hard copies and one original copy via the fastest means available (personal service and/or special courier) at Electoral Contests Adjudication Board Department...\" reads part of the summons dated May 27, 2025.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
LTFRB reminds transport sector of student discount
As the opening of the new school year is fast approaching, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) reminded operators and drivers of public utility vehicles and transport network vehicle services (TNVS) on students’ discount.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
The Freeman
Mandani Bay waterfront boardwalk to open by July
HTLand Inc., the developer behind the 20-hectare Mandani Bay township in Cebu, will open its 500-meter waterfront boardwalk to the public by July, reinforcing the city’s growing appeal as a prime lifestyle and investment hub in the Visayas.
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