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The Freeman
AFP commanders vow to stay non-partisan amid calls to withdraw support from Marcos
MANILA --- Six military commanders have issued separate statements as of Thursday, November 20, pledging their forces will stay loyal to the Constitution and won’t intervene in politics — remarks that come amid persistent calls for the Armed Forces of the Philippines to withdraw support from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Why being in the trenches works for Hollywood Folk Hogan
Hollywood Folk Hogan prefers to go onstage unrehearsed when they have gigs. For the band, it becomes a playful game to see whether they can stay in sync with each other.
3 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
First Russian center in Phl opens in Mandaue City
The Philippines' first-ever Russian Center officially opened in Mandaue City, Cebu, yesterday, marking a major milestone in cultural, educational, and “people-to-people” exchanges between the country and the Russian Federation.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Cheetahs repeat over Warriors
The Benedicto College (BC) Cheetahs reaffirmed their mastery over the University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors in decisive fashion, 82-58, to bolster their Top 2 bid in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Wednesday night, November 19, at the Cebu Coliseum.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
P712M housing fund approved
\"As the People’s Governor, I firmly believe that the affected Cebuanos deserve to receive what is rightfully theirs despite the years that have passed,\" she wrote.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Top-notch players to compete in 3rd RPM Chess C'ships
Cebu’s top chess players will once again test each other’s mettle, this time in the 3rd RPM Chess Championships on Sunday, November 23, at the GMall of Cebu.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
The missing 44
More than two weeks after Typhoon Tino we still see the scars it left behind.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
DPWH, contractor called out over delayed project
Cebu City Councilor Sisinio Andales has raised concern over what he described as a “glaring failure of accountability and transparency” surrounding the long-delayed rehabilitation of the Sanciangko Bridge, a vital link connecting downtown Cebu to major thoroughfares and three densely populated barangays.
2 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
The CJ Davide decision on environmental protection
The DPWH and DENR officials who made it possible for greedy contractors to perpetrate a scam of ghost and substandard flood control projects, as well as the senators and congressmen, budget officials and LGU executives to connive and plunder the nation of trillions in peoples' money and allowed the ravage of our environment should all be ashamed of themselves. Mahiya naman sila.
3 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Make sustainability a purpose of business in society
Further to my article last week: Culture is the glue putting values into action, I would like to focus today on the need of business leaders to redefine the role of business in society.
2 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Rice Dishes from Around the World
(3 of 4)
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Lanao del Norte extends help to typhoon-hit Cebu
Cebu has received additional assistance from other regions, as the Lanao del Norte provincial government, under Governor Mohamad Khalid Quibranza Dimaporo, arrived on the island the other day to assist in clearing operations in areas devastated by Typhoon Tino.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Significance of Our Lady's Presentation
With the Memorial of the Presentation of Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on November 21, we are reminded that Our Lady, even at her young age, dedicated herself to God’s service.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
IN MANDAUE CITY Over 2,000 individuals still in temporary shelter
A total of 11 evacuation centers across Mandaue City remain active, sheltering residents displaced by the flooding brought by Typhoon Tino.
2 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Sengun propels Rockets past Cavs;Thunder now 15-1
Alperen Sengun scored 28 points and Kevin Durant added 20 to lead the Houston Rockets over Cleveland, 114-104, while reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City beat Sacramento, 113-99.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Mandaue records zero case of leptospirosis
Despite the reported surge across Cebu Province, the Mandaue City government has reported zero cases of leptospirosis in the city two weeks after the onslaught of Typhoon Tino.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
BoP position swings to $706-M surplus in October
The Philippines’ balance of payments (BoP) position swung to a surplus in October, narrowing the country’s external position gap in the ten-month period, the central bank said.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
How much did 3 Discaya luxury cars fetch?
Only three of the seven luxury vehicles that the Bureau of Customs seized from top contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya were sold during the public auction on Thursday, November 20.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Imee's agony
It's a “family problem,” so goes a common phrase. Ideally, yes!
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
CAPITOL'S REFORESTATION EFFORT Mandatory tree planting for quarry, mining operators
The Cebu Provincial Government has ordered all quarry operators, mining permittees, and even local government units (LGUs) to conduct mandatory tree planting and donate healthy seedlings as part of intensified reforestation and disaster-mitigation efforts across the province.
2 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
DA: Philippines fruit exporters get relief
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the country’s fruit exporters can now breathe easier after the US confirmed it will keep duty-free access for tropical products like bananas, pineapple and coconut.
1 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Six Hands for Six Years
Rikah Alfaro, PR and marketing assistant at Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, extended an invitation to a special media lunch to celebrate Savoy Hotel's 6th Anniversary – an event aptly themed \"6 Hands for 6 Years.
1 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Asian cast takes the wheel in 'Joy Ride'
\"Joy Ride\" shifts into full throttle with a fearless, female-led cast — led by Broadway star Ashley Park, Oscar-nominated screen phenomenon Stephanie Hsu, comedian Sherry Cola, and newcomer Sabrina Wu.
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Alice Guo sentenced to life
FOR QUALIFIED HUMAN TRAFFICKING
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November 21, 2025
The Freeman
Israel steps up economic partnership with Cebu
Israel is stepping up efforts to expand its economic footprint in Cebu, signaling fresh commitments in technology, artificial intelligence, water management, and tourism as it seeks to rebuild trade flows disrupted by the Middle East conflict.
2 min |
November 21, 2025
The Freeman
P1B calamity fund depleted
Currently the Capitol is working in a “threefold pacing” strategy to manage its ongoing rehabilitation, relief operations, and recovery programs.
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November 20, 2025
The Freeman
Webmasters score vengeful win over Fighting Maroons
The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters exacted vengeance on their former tomentor University of the Philippines (UP) Cebu Fighting Maroons, 71-62, to tighten their grip of the solo lead in the college division of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 25 basketball tournament on Tuesday night, November 18, at the Cebu Coliseum.
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November 20, 2025
The Freeman
Man posed as garbage collector to rob a subdivision
The police have arrested a 42-year-old carpenter who disguised himself as a garbage collector to steal more than P2.2 million worth of jewelry from a subdivision in Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City, on Tuesday, November 18.
3 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
Water supply restoration making headway—MCWD
Water supply in Cebu City is expected to return to normal soon following the completion of pipeline repairs at the Buhisan Dam and the ongoing bypass installation at the Jaclupan Well Field in Talisay City, the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) announced yesterday.
2 min |
November 20, 2025
The Freeman
DTI: Most agri exports exempted from US tariffs
Most of the Philippines' agricultural exports are now exempted from the 19% US reciprocal tariff, according to government officials.
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