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Trump gives Putin 'peace letter' from wife Melania
US President Donald Trump handed Vladimir Putin a special item at their Alaska summit: a letter written by his wife, First Lady Melania Trump, pleading for the Russian leader to make peace in the name of children.
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August 18, 2025
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Development and conservation
The Stria, a mixed-use condominium and resort project in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island, Cebu, has come under scrutiny following media reports alleging violations of environmental and building regulations.
2 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Philippines seen growing below government target
United Kingdom-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics is keeping its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for the Philippines at 5.3 percent this year as it expects economic growth to slow in the second half.
2 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Aboitiz Foods reinforces commitment to circular economy
Demonstrating steady progress in its sustainability journey, Aboitiz Foods, the food and agribusiness arm of the Aboitiz Group, surpassed the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Law plastic recovery targets by more than 300 percent in 2024.
3 min |
August 18, 2025
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Bohol pushed as top Asia tourism destination
Bohol has been nominated as Asia’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination in the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA), joining a growing roster of Philippine destinations vying for top honors across Asia.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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8 dead, 4 missing in north China flash flood
A flash flood in Inner Mongolia killed eight people and left four missing, Chinese state media said Sunday.
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August 18, 2025
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KQ makes impression, achieves evolution with Gilas
The evolution of young gun Kevin Quiambao was “not unexpected,” Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone said, as the two-time UAAP Most Valuable Player showcased his growth in the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
'The Thursday Murder Club' is on the case
Four retirees. Countless cold cases. And now, a real murder.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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Economic team to brief House on proposed P6.79-T 2026 budget
The four-man economic team of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will brief the House of Representatives today, August 18, on the proposed P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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'BEING ICE' ALBUM IS AN UPSHOT OF MATURITY
Ice Seguerra dropped an all-original album called “Being Ice,” with songs the OPM hitmaker penned, reflecting on the journey towards courage and maturity.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Bantay decisions Miyamoto to secure WBF AsPac crown
Junibert Bantay punched his way to a rousing unanimous decision victory over Hiroki Miyamoto to claim the
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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PhilHealth expands GAMOT program
PhilHealth has announced the nationwide launch of its enhanced Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (PhilHealth GAMOT) program, a drug benefit package offering members access to essential medicines valued at up to P20,000 annually per beneficiary.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
FREDDY'S BACK, AND HE'S BRINGING HIS FRIENDS ALONG
They're waiting for you. The horror phenomenon based on the iconic game series by Scott Cawthorn is back in “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2.”
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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'Something's brewing'
GMA Network and ABS-CBN bosses sat down with First Lady Liza Marcos, teasing “something big” that is about to happen to the Philippine entertainment industry.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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'Food Delivery' puts human face on West Phl sea dispute
Once withdrawn from being shown at a film festival earlier this year, \"Food Delivery: Fresh from the West Philippine Sea\" has expanded its limited theatrical reach to cinemas nationwide since August 13.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Protests held across Israel calling for end to Gaza war, hostage deal
Demonstrators took to the streets across Israel Sunday calling for an end to the war in Gaza and a deal to release hostages still held by militants, as the military prepares a new offensive.
3 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
PEZA to exempt admin, finance workers from WFH cap
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is looking to exclude administrative and finance functions from the 50-percent work from home (WFH) limit in ecozones, a move that will give registered business enterprises (RBEs) more flexibility while keeping their incentives.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Youth urged: Be discerning, patriotic
President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has urged young Filipinos to stand for what is true and to employ critical thinking when accessing information online, saying they are needed in the efforts to defend the Philippines' sovereignty.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu City CARES relaunched
In a renewed push for inclusive and accessible public service, the Cebu City Government formally relaunched the Cebu City CARES Program at the covered court of Barangay Mambaling.
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August 18, 2025
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BOC Port of Cebu surpasses its July 2025 revenue target
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Cebu has exceeded its revenue goals again, reinforcing its role as a key driver of the country’s economic growth.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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Romualdez lauds rollout of unified PWD ID system
Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez welcomed the government's pilot rollout of a unified identification system for persons with disabilities (PWDs), saying it will curb the fraudulent use of PWD IDs and ensure rightful beneficiaries receive their privileges.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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Nintendo casts leads for 'Legend of Zelda' movie
Two British actors will play the lead roles in the hotly anticipated live-action film adaptation of the “Legend of Zelda” video game franchise, as announced by Japan’s Nintendo.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Flood control contractors: prepare for serious charges
Make no mistake about this. The president is very serious with his \"mahiya naman kayo\" exposé and the 15 construction companies named by him as being allegedly involved in many controversial projects should now be prepared for legal battle. I happen to know one company owner from Dumanjug, Cebu, and I warn him to take this matter very seriously.
3 min |
August 18, 2025
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UN adopts convention on workplace biological hazards
The first convention on protecting workers from the devastating impact of uncontrolled biological hazards was recently adopted at the United Nations.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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Mandaue City library to be rehabilitated
Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano said he plans to rehabilitate the Mandaue City Public Library, which has been experiencing water intrusion and is already in a deteriorating condition.
2 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
DA backs 'Green Lane' plan for agriculture investments
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expressed full support for a new joint memorandum circular (JMC) that aims to strengthen inter-agency coordination and streamline the entry of strategic investments, particularly in the agriculture and fisheries sectors.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Coordinated flood-control strategy for city pushed
Cebu City Councilor Dave Tumulak, chairman of the Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CCDRRMC), has urged a well-coordinated flood-control strategy following the torrential rains that inundated the city Friday night.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Cebu Greats stretch hot streak to four games in MPBL
The Cebu Greats shrugged off a lukewarm start to pummel the Bulacan Kuyas, 87-71, and extend their winning roll to four games in the Manny Pacquiao presents 1xBet-MPBL 2025 Season last Saturday, August 16, at the Quezon Convention Center.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
Chinese infant milk brand enters Philippine market
China’s largest infant milk producer, Feihe International, has made its first entry into the Philippine market with the introduction of its AceKid pure fresh milk formula, using Cebu and Davao as gateways to reach Filipino consumers.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Freeman
PBA, coaches confer on new rules for Season 50
The Philippine Basketball Association held a consultation meeting with all coaches recently on possible rule changes to take effect in the coming Season 50.
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