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SALNs of Bongbong, Sara, Martires, sought
Akbayan party-list and several civil society groups yesterday formally filed a request before the Office of the Ombudsman for copies of the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Vice President Sara Duterte, former Ombudsman Samuel Martires and heads of Constitutional commissions.
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November 07, 2025
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THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
The Market for political influence and access
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November 07, 2025
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Tumulak wants inventory of flood projects
After learning that most of the damages caused by Typhoon Tino was due to widespread flooding, Cebu City's flood-control projects are sought to be revisited.
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November 07, 2025
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Hunger rate up to 22% - SWS
Following a sharp decline in the second quarter of the year, more Filipinos have again experienced involuntary hunger in the past three months, a survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed.
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November 07, 2025
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Elasto Painters find way to win
Anton Asistio ignited a late barrage to spark Rain or Shine to a 91-80 victory over Phoenix and into the solo lead of the PBA Philippine Cup last Wednesday night, November 5, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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November 07, 2025
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UN says forests should form key plank of COP30
The United Nations warned Wednesday that climate change poses a threat to the world's northern forests, saying it was putting the planet's most powerful natural defense at serious risk.
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November 07, 2025
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PBMM to visit flood-hit areas today
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. will proceed with his visit to Cebu today, not for the long-awaited inauguration of Phase 1 of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) system, but to personally extend support to communities devastated by Typhoon Tino.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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John Cena leads explosive mission gone wrong in 'Freelance'
When the mission goes sideways, survival becomes personal. One minute, he’s guarding a journalist on foreign soil.
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November 07, 2025
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Power and water restoration across Cebu now progressing
Power and water restoration efforts across Metro Cebu are steadily progressing, now reaching over 60 percent, as utility companies continue to recover from the extensive damage caused by Typhoon Tino.
2 min |
November 07, 2025
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Rice Dishes from Around the World
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November 07, 2025
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Blazers hand Thunder first loss
Deni Avdija fired 26 points with 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Portland Trail Blazers rallied from 22 points down to hand the defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder their first loss of the 2025-26 NBA season, 121-119, on Wednesday (Thursday, November 6 Phl time) at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.
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November 07, 2025
The Freeman
Hearings of case vs. Rama suspended
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has indefinitely suspended proceedings in the administrative complaint filed against former Cebu City mayor Michael Rama in connection with the leadership dispute at the Metro Cebu Water District (MCWD), following the submission of two motions from the respondent's legal counsel.
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November 07, 2025
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Hezbollah rejects any negotiations between Lebanon and Israel
Hezbollah lashed out on Thursday against the prospect of any political negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, and insisted that it has a right to defend itself.
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November 07, 2025
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Tino's wrath slows down Cebu business operations
Cebu's business sector is warning of operational slowdowns across key industries following Typhoon Tino, which caused widespread flooding and infrastructure damage across the province.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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More Water Mythconceptions
Here are more water-related mythconceptions, a follow-through of the feature we ran in yesterday's issue.
2 min |
November 07, 2025
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AMID TINO RECOVERY LGUs told to brace for potential super typhoon
As the country continues to recover from the devastation brought by Typhoon Tino, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has called on all local government units (LGUs) to prepare for another possible weather threat, a tropical depression that may intensify into a super typhoon.
2 min |
November 07, 2025
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Tougher rules ahead for online lenders - DOF
The Department of Finance (DOF) has called for stronger measures to protect Filipinos from abusive lending practices, particularly from online platforms that charge excessive interest rates and trap borrowers in debt.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
The Freeman
Execs’ foreign travel assailed
However, under the Department of the Interior and Local Government's (DILG) latest Memorandum Circular on the use of FTA Online System Application, all local officials who intend to travel abroad —whether official or personal---are required to secure permission from the DILG Secretary, currently held by Jonvic Remulla.
4 min |
November 07, 2025
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Czech Republic wins 25th Miss Earth, Phl in Top 8
In a surprising twist of fate, Natalie Puskinova of Czech Republic won as the 25th Miss Earth titleholder as she ended her final answer in Filipino at the close of glitzy rites from The Cove in Okada Manila.
2 min |
November 07, 2025
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"Pagmata na, Cebu"
Many noticed that the wind was not as strong as during the previous super typhoons. Likewise, the rain was not particularly heavy in the flood-hit areas.
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November 07, 2025
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PSA keeps Phl Q2 GDP growth at 5.5%
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Thursday said it kept the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate at 5.5% for the second quarter.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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All-Out Sundays hosts Veiled Musician Phl
All-Out Sundays presents the first Veiled Musician Philippines, a global reality singing competition from the Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS) in South Korea.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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Local energy firm recognized anew for corporate governance excellence
Cebu-based Vivant Corp. has been awarded the Three-Golden Arrow distinction by the Institute of Corporate Directors at the 2025 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) Golden Arrow Awards, marking the company’s fourth consecutive year of recognition for governance performance.
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November 07, 2025
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Gov. Pam slams past officials for floods
In an interview, Baricuatro said the flooding that submerged vast portions of Metro Cebu and nearby towns was “the worst in recent memory,” killing at least 125 people and leaving 63 others missing, based on the latest report from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMO).
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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Former Cebu gov., “Eddiegul” passes away at 95
Eddiegul was the son of the late Vicente Gullas, founder of the Visayan Institute (now the University of the Visayas [UV]) and Josefina “Pining” Rivera.
1 min |
November 07, 2025
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Aboitiz Equity Ventures' earnings jump 71% in Q3
Aboitiz Foods, through its producer brands Pilmico and Gold Coin, continues to deliver strong performance and expand its portfolio, contributing to Aboitiz Group's solid third-quarter results.
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November 06, 2025
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PCG lifts sea travel suspension in six Central Visayas stations
The Coast Guard District Central Visayas (CGDCV) has lifted the suspension of sea travel in six stations across the region following improved weather and sea conditions after the onslaught of Typhoon Tino.
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November 06, 2025
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Marcos orders DPWH to prioritize Cebu's rehabilitation
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to make the rehabilitation of Cebu a top priority following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino.
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November 06, 2025
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Tourism activities resume in Southern Cebu after Typhoon Tino
Tourism activities in southern Cebu have gradually resumed, while some destinations remain closed, a day after Typhoon Tino struck Central Cebu on Tuesday morning, November 4.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Freeman
Smoking and driving
As per a report in our sister publication BANAT News, a Cebu City traffic enforcer is now in trouble after he was caught smoking while driving his motorcycle.
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