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Signal No. 1 up as Opong approaches
Tropical Depression Opong (international name: Bualoi) has intensified and is now a direct threat to the Visayas region, with Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 raised over Samar, the state weather bureau PAGASA said.
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September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Abolish the DPWH, fire all and do it now
A house that is about to collapse on its own, because of trillions of termites sucking the lifeblood of the nation, can no longer be saved by any band-aid solution or peripheral makeover.
3 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Limited screenings for 'Cha Eun-woo: Memories in Cinemas'
Ayala Malls Cinemas is once again bringing K-Pop to the big screen with “Cha Eun-Woo: Memories in Cinemas” showing exclusively in select Ayala Malls Cinemas, including Ayala Central Bloc in Cebu, beginning yesterday.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Discayas' luxury cars valued at P277 million, says Dizon
Cars registered under contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya are worth P277.25 million.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Retaining wall proposed to protect Buhisan School
The Office of the Building Official (OBO) has recommended the construction of a structural retaining wall with protective fencing to prevent further damage to the buildings of Buhisan Elementary and Night High School in Barangay Buhisan, Cebu City.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
S&P cuts Philippines growth outlook
S&P Global Ratings has trimmed its growth forecast for the Philippines to 5.6 percent this year from its earlier 5.9 percent estimate, citing subdued private consumption and investment alongside persistent global uncertainties.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Archival wants sustainable plan versus street dwellers
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has called on the Anti-Mendicancy Board to act on the increasing number of street dwellers in the city, especially with the start of the “ber months,” the heightened public activity they bring, and the upcoming Sinulog season.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Visa pushes mobile payments to boost financial inclusion
Digital payment firm Visa, is stepping up efforts to accelerate the use of mobile payment platforms such as Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay in the Philippines, aiming to deepen financial inclusion and expand the country's fast-growing digital payments sector.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
ARTISTS AND SCIENTISTS BREATHE LIFE INTO PREHISTORIC WOMAN
With her clear blue eyes and slightly nervous gaze, the reconstructed bust of Mos'anne - a woman who lived around 10,500 years ago - is uncannily lifelike.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Talisay reclaims Gullas Cup throne
Talisay unleashed a decisive endgame attack led by Kristian Alejandrino to dethrone its archnemesis Abante Minglanilla and become champions again in the Rhea Gullas Cup 2025 Cebu First District 21 Under Basketball Tournament last Tuesday night, September 23, at the full-packed Talisay City Sports Complex.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
UV Lancers win third straight
Games today
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
AirAsia strengthens Cebu hub amid sluggish foreign arrivals
AirAsia Philippines is pressing ahead with an ambitious expansion in Cebu, signaling strong confidence in the Philippine market even as the country contends with sluggish foreign tourist arrivals.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Lavish lifestyle
“May mga report dito, later on, maglalabas kami ng Facebook post nitong dalawang taong ito ... na si RD Villa at itong si atty. Raya ng maluluhong pamumuhay ... Meron pa kaming nakikita dito’ng gumagamit pa ng mga chartered airplane para bumiyahe ... So kasama yan, “ he added.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Council demands return of heavy equipment in Barangay Mabini
The Cebu City Council is demanding the return of three heavy equipment units reportedly under the care of Barangay Mabini due to the absence of a signed deed of donation.
2 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
VECO to start power line expansion project at SRP
The Visayan Electric Company (VECO) has formally presented its expansion plan for the South Road Properties (SRP) distribution line to Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival, signaling a major infrastructure upgrade to meet the area's growing demand for electricity.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
The Freeman
Bela-JC chemistry remains strong in '100 Awit Para Kay Stella'
It took eight years for viewers to find out if Fidel (JC Santos) would finally say the things he always wanted to tell Stella (Bela Padilla). But if you're expecting this possible finale to the “Para Kay Stella” duology to deliver a happily-ever-after ending, you may leave the theater either enlightened or disappointed.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
When Nepal protested, the Philippines awoke
The Philippines and Nepal are both countries that share similarities when it comes to corruption in their governments.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
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NHCP surveys heritage sites in Cebu
The Historic Preservation Division of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has conducted surveys and documentation across heritage sites in Barili, Naga City, and Toledo City in a bid to further safeguard Cebu’s cultural legacy.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
MCH performs first major surgery after eight years
The Mandaue City Hospital (MCH) has achieved a milestone after successfully performing its first major operation since the facility’s renovation eight years ago.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
The how and the why
According to a report in this newspaper, just a week following its construction, a riprap collapsed in Barangay Cabadiangan, Compostela Town.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
BRIBERY, MALVERSATION: Villanueva, Estrada, Co to face cases in flood control scandal
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is set to file indirect bribery and malversation charges against Sens. Joel Villanueva, Jinggoy Estrada and Rep. Zaldy Co (Ako Bicol party-list), Justice Secretary Boying Remulla said Tuesday, September 23.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Labor group slams measly wage increase in Region 7
Labor group, Partido Manggagawa (PM) of Cebu, on Thursday criticized the new wage order in Central Visayas (Region 7), saying the P37 to P47 daily increase falls far short of workers' demands for wage recovery and a living wage.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Alex Eala starts strong in Jingshan Open
Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala punched a ticket to the round of 16 of the Jingshan Open after sweeping Aliona Falei of Belarus, 6-3, 7-5, on Tuesday, September 23, in China.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Tabuelan honors coach Jeff Codera
Cebuano basketball coach and professional skills trainer Jefferson “Jeff” Codera made up the list of the noted personalities who were honored during the “Gabii sa Pagpasidungog ug Pagpasalamat” in line with the 72nd Founding Anniversary celebration of the municipality of Tabuelan last Sunday, September 21, at the Tabuelan Astrodome.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Relive the Bagets era: Meet the new Gilbert
A new generation of stars is ready to bring fresh energy to the iconic Bagets barkada.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Veteran journalist, lawyer discuss vlogging's role in public discourse
The forum, held at the Diamond Suites and Residences yesterday, was attended by communication students from Cebu Normal University, University of the Visayas, University of San Carlos, and the University of the Philippines Cebu.
3 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
The rise—and fall—of House leaders
The position of Speaker of the House of Representatives is quite powerful; it is, after all, third in the line of presidential succession after the Vice-President and Senate President.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Mayors to review 10 years of DPWH flood projects
A coalition of mayors has pledged to help the country's independent probe body build cases against anomalous infrastructure projects by auditing 10 years' worth of Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) contracts in their cities and opening a \"whistleblower hotline.
2 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Schools shut, flights cancelled as Typhoon Ragasa nears HK
Hong Kong shut schools and cancelled flights on Tuesday as Super Typhoon Ragasa neared the financial center with a force that officials warned would be among the most destructive in the city’s recent history.
1 min |
September 24, 2025
The Freeman
Visayan Electriccramps upinvestments
Cebu-based Visayan Electric is ramping up investments in substations, transmission upgrades, and smart grid technology in a bid to secure reliable and resilient electricity supply for its fast-growing franchise area, which spans four cities and four municipalities across Cebu island.
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