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CCPO reinstalls 39 elevated police outposts across city
After more than two months since their removal, all 39 elevated police outposts have been reinstalled by the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) in strategic locations throughout the city.
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August 31, 2025
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Mandaue skywalks set for repairs, beautification
Nine skywalks in Mandaue City are set for beautification, with costs to be shouldered by the city's business sector and private companies.
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August 31, 2025
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Saying goodbye to the 'Conjuring' universe
When James Wan and Peter Safran set out to make the first “Conjuring” film, their goal was simply to make one great supernatural thriller, the likes of which people had not seen in a very long time, and in doing so, bring a great genre back to prominence.
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August 31, 2025
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Thailand's power vacuum won't affect border security
Thailand's lack of a formal government will not affect border security with Cambodia, the defense ministry said Saturday, as the kingdom scrambles to fill a power vacuum following the dismissal of the prime minister by the Constitutional Court.
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August 31, 2025
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DPWH chief Bonoan rejects resignation calls
Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan on Saturday, August 30, dismissed calls for his resignation over alleged anomalous flood control projects.
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August 31, 2025
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EU exec not optimistic on sanctioning Israel
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Saturday she was “not optimistic” the bloc would take action against Israel over the war in Gaza due to splits between member states.
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August 31, 2025
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China blasts Philippines over Taiwan exec's visit
China has turned up the heat on the Philippines, accusing Manila of undermining its One China commitments after reports that Taiwan's top diplomat Lin Chia-lung quietly visited the country this week.
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August 31, 2025
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Cops to be deployed near USJ-R Basak for liquor ban
In preparation for the 2025 Philippine Bar Examination this September, the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) has ordered the enforcement of a liquor ban around the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Basak Campus, the designated local testing site.
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August 31, 2025
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Marcos urged to release all SALNs
Longtime advocates of freedom of information are challenging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to swiftly release his Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) and order the publication of all his Cabinet members' SALNs.
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August 30, 2025
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Pepito elected president of PCL Cebu City Chapter
Councilor Winston Pepito was elected as the new president of the Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Cebu City Chapter during its election last Thursday at the Social Hall of the Legislative Building of Cebu City Hall.
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August 30, 2025
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PCG: Vietnam not the real threat in West Philippine Sea
Vietnam's island-building work in the Spratlys could reportedly soon surpass that of China's. But a Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson says Beijing remains the real threat to Manila through its persistent, years-long “bullying” of its vessels — tactics Hanoi has never used against Filipino forces.
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August 30, 2025
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Ecozone investments surge 72% in 8 months
Investments cleared by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) jumped by 72 percent to P105.83 billion from January to August compared to last year’s P61.69 billion amid continued efforts to encourage investors to set up operations in the country.
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August 30, 2025
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₱776M for province school concerns
MOSTLY FOR BUILDING CLASSROOMS
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August 30, 2025
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VP VISAYAS EAGLES CHALLENGE CUP
Lapu-Lapu City Heroes FC reigns supreme in Soccer Moms
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August 30, 2025
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CFBJ-Aboitiz Power Dash Fun Run launched
The Cebu Federation of Beat Journalists in collaboration with Aboitiz Power formally launched the 2025 CFBJ Power Dash Fun Run slated on November 8 at Robinsons Galleria Cebu.
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August 30, 2025
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US senators to reinforce partnership with Taiwan
Senior members of the US Senate armed services committee arrived in Taiwan on Friday to “reemphasize the partnership” between the United States and the democratic island claimed by China.
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August 30, 2025
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SSS, UnionBank partner for digital ID, payments
The Philippines' Social Security System (SSS) has partnered with Union Bank of the Philippines to launch the “MySSS Card,” a new two-in-one identification and payments solution aimed at improving access to government services and financial transactions.
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August 30, 2025
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₱20/kilo rice MOA deferred anew
After being deferred for two consecutive weeks and referred to an executive session, the resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) still hit a snag before the council, even with the holding of a special session.
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August 30, 2025
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'A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY'
Explore the past, think on the present, change the future
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August 30, 2025
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8 still missing after Russian strike on Kyiv
Eight people are still unaccounted for after a Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv that killed at least 23 others, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday.
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August 30, 2025
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Julia Roberts to make Venice debut in cancel culture drama
Julia Roberts is due to walk the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival Friday for the first time after stepping into a new role as a college professor grappling with tense US campus politics.
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August 30, 2025
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One rotten apple...
Policemen in Bulacan have arrested the leader of an armed gang that robbed a rice store in Bocaue, and, lo and behold, he turned out to be a policeman.
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August 30, 2025
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Today's state of Cebu Province
Whenever a new governor assumes office, he or she should face the five million Cebuanos and tell them the true state of Cebu.
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August 30, 2025
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BLGF approves appointment of new Cebu City treasurer
The Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF) has finally approved the appointment of Emma Villarete as the new Cebu City treasurer, bringing a sigh of relief to City Hall employees whose salaries have been delayed due to the absence of an authorized signatory.
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August 30, 2025
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SM Prime bags PropertyGuru Philippines awards
Integrated property developer SM Prime Holdings Inc. has reinforced its position as a leader in innovation, sustainability and community impact after securing multiple recognitions at the prestigious PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards.
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August 30, 2025
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SRP underground cabling project nears completion
The underground cabling project at the South Road Properties (SRP) has reached 98 percent completion and is expected to be finished by the end of the month.
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August 30, 2025
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GMA Pictures, Mentorque Productions join forces for 'Huwag Kang Titingin'
Two forces in Philippine entertainment, GMA Pictures and Mentorque Productions, officially sealed their first co-production with the chilling new horror feature \"Huwag Kang Titingin.\" The contract signing was held on August 28 at the GMA Network Center.
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August 30, 2025
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Kathryn, James pair up for Dreamscape show
Dreamscape Entertainment announced the pairing of Kathryn Bernardo and James Reid in an upcoming series.
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August 30, 2025
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UK says Israel not invited to arms fair
Israeli government representatives will not be invited to attend a major London arms fair next month, a UK government spokesperson said Friday, amid worsening diplomatic relations between Britain and Israel over the Gaza conflict.
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August 30, 2025
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High-stakes action in new season of 'Sins of the Father'
Gerald Anderson sheds light on the deeper struggles of scam victims as he explores more hidden truths and high-stakes action as ABS-CBN's crime action-drama series “Sins of the Father” unfolds its new season.
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