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'SABUNGEROS' CASE: Atong files criminal raps, says 'Totoy' tried to extort P300M
Gaming tycoon Atong Ang filed several criminal complaints against self-proclaimed whistleblower Julie Patidongan and his former employee Alan Batiles, also known as Brown, before the Mandaluyong City Prosecutor’s Office on Thursday, July 3.
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July 04, 2025
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A Healthcare Center for Pets
An invitation was sent by Dr. Mary Grace Sing-Sevilleno, my sorority sister from the Venerable Ladies Veterinarians, to the opening of the Vet House Animal Clinic.
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July 04, 2025
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Just call him Tom
On his return to public service, Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña wants to ban his photo from being displayed inside City Hall, stating that this will be one of his basic rules.
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July 04, 2025
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Only P4 billion vailable funds
However, a significant portion of that amount is already earmarked for fixed costs, including employee salaries and essential operating expenses.
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July 04, 2025
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Blur will return to musical oasis, says drummer
Blur drummer Dave Rowntree is to publish a book of photos on the early days of the Britpop icons and after much-heralded comeback gigs two years ago has not ruled out another collaboration.
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July 04, 2025
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Anti-political dynasty bill refiled
After being shelved time and again, an anti-political dynasty bill has been reintroduced in the 20th Congress.
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July 03, 2025
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City tests free night shuttle for graveyard shift workers
Night shift workers in Cebu City may soon benefit from free and accessible transportation.
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July 03, 2025
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Manufacturing PMI expands in June
Philippine factory activity in June expanded at its fastest pace in two months as production rebounded and new orders rose, S&P Global said.
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July 03, 2025
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BTS agency confirms superstars' 2026 album, tour
BTS agency HYBE confirmed yesterday that the K-pop megastars would release a new album and go on tour in 2026, with the group’s livestream announcement of their return attracting more than seven million views.
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July 03, 2025
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Infrastructure spending declines by 28% in April
State spending on infrastructure slumped in April due to the election ban on disbursements for public works projects, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said.
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July 03, 2025
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Let's not forget that
A policeman lost his life responding to an alarm in Danao City last Friday.
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July 03, 2025
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FIRST DAY AGENDA: Congressman Rama files 10 bills
Congressman Edu Rama (Cebu City, Second District) kicked off his second term by filing what he called as the 10 landmark bills at the opening of the 20th Congress.
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July 03, 2025
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Philippines top banks resilient despite tariff tensions – S&P
The country's top banks remain on solid footing despite growing global uncertainties stemming from tariff tensions and geopolitical risks, according to S&P Global Ratings.
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July 03, 2025
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Memorial plan for seniors signed
A memorial plan tailored for senior citizens will be rolled out in Central Visayas following a Memorandum of Agreement signed between Kasugiran Sugbo and Cosmopolitan Memorial Chapel on Monday, June 30, at Junquera Street, Cebu City.
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July 03, 2025
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Eala suffers early exit but earns praise from Wimbledon champion Krejcikova
Toodle-oo, Alex Eala.
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July 03, 2025
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China: Dalai Lama successor must be approved by Beijing
China said on Wednesday that the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama “must be approved by the central government”, after Tibet’s exiled spiritual leader said he would have a successor after his death.
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July 03, 2025
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Lionsgate Play's 'Kabul' relives the fall of a city
In August 2021, Kabul fell into the merciless grip of the Taliban, driving thousands to gamble with death just to escape the city. To kneel or to run away? This is the desperate reality that gripped the people of Kabul as the Taliban seized control and the world watched the rapid, chaotic withdrawal of American and NATO forces in Afghanistan.
3 min |
July 03, 2025
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Seized substances positive for party drug ingredient
The powdery substances seized from an alleged drug laboratory in Barangay Zapatera, Cebu City have tested positive for a chemical used in the manufacture of party drugs.
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July 03, 2025
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Kid's pleas to Regine sparks buzz on 'Idol Kids Phl'
A young contestant instantly captured hearts and made waves online after expressing his interest in being adopted by his idol, Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, in the first two episodes of the debut season of \"Idol Kids Philippines.
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July 03, 2025
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Mayor Suan outlines 10-point agenda
Reelected Cordova Mayor Cesar “Didoy” Suan delivered his inaugural address on Tuesday, July 1, at the Cordova Sports and Cultural Center, outlining his administration's accomplishments during his first term and presenting a 10-point agenda for his second.
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July 03, 2025
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Wimbledone
Alex Eala is the whole country's expectation.
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July 03, 2025
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Iran suspends cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
Iran suspended on Wednesday its cooperation with the United Nations' nuclear watchdog, days after a ceasefire in a war that saw Israeli and US strikes on nuclear sites in the Islamic republic.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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Promise and performance
All throughout the country, a new set of officials have been sworn into office, each one, especially the higher ranking, enumerating their promises before their supporters.
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July 03, 2025
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US halts some shipments of military aid to Ukraine
The White House said Tuesday it is halting some key weapons shipments to Ukraine that were promised under the Biden administration for Kyiv’s battle against the Russian invasion.
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July 03, 2025
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2 Chinese nationals arrested in US for espionage
Two Chinese nationals have been arrested for espionage and for allegedly seeking to recruit members of the US Navy to serve as intelligence assets, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
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July 03, 2025
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Pag-IBIG Fund earns 13th straight clean audit
Pag-IBIG Fund has earned its 13th consecutive Unmodified Opinion from the Commission on Audit (CoA), reaffirming its commitment to excellence in financial management, sound governance practices, and consistent compliance with accounting and auditing standards, officials announced on July 1.
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July 03, 2025
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The online gambling epidemic
Perhaps, the deadliest disease of the decade is online gambling addiction.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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The Talamban-Pit-os road project
A few months ago, I decided to write again in this column my unwholesome traffic experience each time I visit my small garden in the mountain barangay of Paril.
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July 03, 2025
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Archival eyes review of zoning ordinance
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announced his plan on seeking a review of the recently approved revised zoning ordinance.
3 min |
July 03, 2025
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BINI comes home with 'Here With You' fan meet
Fresh from their 15-stop “BINIverse World Tour,” the nation’s girl group BINI held a special homecoming with their fans called BLOOMs through the jam-packed “Here With You” event at the MOA Arena.
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