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The Freeman
Vico Sotto, Benjie Magalong, and Leandro Leviste
There is hope for our country and people. Not all are corrupt in this dark era of unabated corruption. Three new Athos, Porthos, and Aramis have emerged from the stench and decay of a truly decadent society. Alexandre Dumas' famous novel published in 1844 told the story of a young Charles de Batz Castelmore D'Artagnan who travelled long and far in his pursuit to join the Three Musketeers.
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September 03, 2025
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ICC reminds VP Sara she can't share details of visits to dad
In past months, the vice president has taken on the role of spokesperson for former President Rodrigo Duterte, regularly using her visits to relay her father's messages to their family's supporters and sharing updates on his life in detention.
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September 03, 2025
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DA blacklist grows as P3.78B smuggled farm goods seized
The Department of Agriculture (DA) yesterday said seizures of smuggled farm and fishery goods have reached P3.78 billion over the past 17 months, with 20 importers now blacklisted under Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.
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September 03, 2025
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CPPO condemns 'misbehavior' of drunk police officer
The Cebu Police Provincial Office (CPPO) condemned the reported misconduct of its personnel, who was recently arrested for allegedly being drunk and causing public disturbance inside a cockpit arena in Barangay South Poblacion, City of Naga, Cebu on Saturday, August 30.
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September 03, 2025
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Factory activity growth slows in August
Philippine manufacturing activity expanded in August but at its slowest pace in two months amid a muted rise in output and new orders as the higher US tariffs took effect, S&P Global said on Monday.
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September 03, 2025
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SFI considers limiting Sinulog participants
The public can expect fewer dancing contingents for the 2026 Sinulog celebration, as the Sinulog Foundation Incorporated (SFI) is considering limiting the number of participants to 35.
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September 03, 2025
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Local resto chain thrives amid rising competition
Cebu's restaurant industry is attracting renewed bets from local entrepreneurs, who are expanding aggressively despite intensifying competition from Manila-based chains and a wave of new mall developments.
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September 03, 2025
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Skywalks ordered cleared of all “obstructions”
The Mandaue City Council has approved a resolution urging the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM), the Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO), and the General Services Office (GSO), in coordination with barangays, to conduct clearing operations on all skywalks in the city.
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September 03, 2025
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Solon backs Stria project
Cebu 4th District Representative Sun Shimura has expressed support for the controversial Stria development in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island, saying that he is “pro-development” so long as projects comply with safety, health, and environmental standards.
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September 03, 2025
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Happening now in Indonesia
In case you aren't aware of it, Indonesia is tearing itself apart right now.
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September 03, 2025
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Talisay downs Minglanilla, now 3-0 in Gullas Cup
The Talisay Aksyon Agad upended the defending champion Abante Minglanilla, 82-74, in the rematch of their heated finals showdown last year to stay undefeated in the Rhea Gullas Cup 2025 Cebu 1st District 21 Under Basketball Tournament at the Talisay City Sports Complex over the weekend.
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September 03, 2025
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A piece of history, Ghassemi completes seventh World Marathon Major in Sydney
With his family as cheerleaders, Cebuano sportsman Afshin Ghassemi added a feather in his cap after conquering his seventh Abbott World Marathon Major in Sydney, Australia last Sunday, August 31.
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September 03, 2025
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IF APPOINTED OMBUDSMAN Remulla to allow SALN access but with caution
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said that if he is appointed as Ombudsman, he will allow access to government officials' Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN).
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September 03, 2025
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IN AUGUST ANTI-DRUG DRIVE PRO-7 nets P97.7M shabu, arrests 777 personalities
Over P97.7 million worth of illegal drugs were seized and a total of 777 drug personalities were arrested during the month-long anti-drug operations carried out by the police across Central Visayas in August 2025.
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September 03, 2025
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Suicide behind one in every 100 deaths
More than one in every 100 deaths globally is due to suicide, the World Health Organization said Tuesday, calling for urgent action to stem a mounting mental health crisis among young people especially.
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September 03, 2025
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'The Rock' finds new range in 'The Smashing Machine'
Dwayne \"The Rock\" Johnson said yesteday he had turned his heavily muscled back on action movie roles to be able to express himself as an actor in his latest film \"The Smashing Machine\" which premiered in Venice.
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September 03, 2025
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Kathryn Bigelow back with White House political thriller
The first woman to win the Academy Award for best director, Kathryn Bigelow, is back at the Venice Film Festival with a new White House thriller that Netflix hopes will find Oscar glory.
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September 03, 2025
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Sudan landslide kills at least 1,000 people
A massive landslide in Sudan’s western Darfur region has flattened an entire mountain village and killed more than 1,000 people, a rebel group said, leaving only one survivor.
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September 03, 2025
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BPI empowers microentrepreneurs
Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), through its social development arm BPI Foundation, has expanded its Small Enterprise Acceleration Lab — Business Expansion through Training and Application (SEAL-BETA), aiming to strengthen microbusinesses in key provinces.
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September 03, 2025
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Jude Law became 'obsessive' Putin watcher for role as Russian leader
British actor Jude Law yesterday said he became an “obsessive” watcher of Vladimir Putin as he prepared for his role as the Russian leader in his new film “The Wizard of the Kremlin” which premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
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September 02, 2025
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Ukraine: Russia linked to lawmaker's killing
Kyiv on Monday said Russia was linked to the weekend assassination of a pro-Western Ukrainian politician after the arrest of a suspect alleged to have carried out the shooting dressed as a courier.
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September 02, 2025
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New arbitration case vs China still an option
The Philippines has not ruled out filing a new arbitration case against Beijing over its growing assertion of its maritime claims in the South China Sea, though the National Maritime Council says the option will have to be “studied carefully.”
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September 02, 2025
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Ex-gov Garcia defends handling of P1.2B Special Education Fund
Former Cebu governor Gwendolyn Garcia defended the provincial government's handling of the P1.2-billion special education fund (SEF) during her term, emphasizing that the Capitol had long practiced sound financial management to maximize government resources.
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September 02, 2025
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LTO-7 exec faces complaint for illegal tapping, extortion
A senior official of the Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) is facing a complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman-Visayas for allegedly facilitating the illegal tapping of water and electricity lines to a private company, in addition to alleged extortion activities.
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September 02, 2025
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MISSILES, DRONES, LASERS: New weapons expected at Beijing military parade
China will showcase a range of new weapons during a vast military parade on Wednesday, in a show of strength that is being seen as a challenge to US military dominance.
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September 02, 2025
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City eyes liquidated damages
“Kay ang nahitabo karon, wa man tay hold sa mga contractor, hangyo raman ta,” said Archival, stressing that delays have left the city government helpless.
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September 02, 2025
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International media condemn journalist deaths in Gaza
More than 250 media outlets in over 70 countries staged a front page protest Monday highlighting the deaths of scores of journalists in Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza, the Reporters Without Borders media freedom group said.
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September 02, 2025
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Bianca embraces hosting growth ahead of 'PBB Collab' season 2
Television host Bianca Gonzalez officially renewed her contract with ABS-CBN at the “KapamILYa Forever: Network Contract Signing” event yesterday, September 1.
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September 02, 2025
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Darby's “Ode to the Motherland”
Cebu's Darby Vincent Alcoseba recently ticked off an entry in his professional creative bucket list in having a solo show staged at the NCCA Gallery in Metro Manila.
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September 02, 2025
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PROBE told: Act on street dwellers at CBRT stations
PACKAGE 1 LAUNCH Archival reiterated plans to proceed with the commencement of Package 1 in September, although the specific date still needs confirmation from the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
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