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Plane carrying nearly 50 crashes in Russia
A passenger plane carrying nearly 50 people crashed in a remote spot in Russia’s far eastern region of Amur on Thursday, with no immediate signs of survivors, authorities said.
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July 25, 2025
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Dingdong opens up on fears for Jayda's career
Dingdong Avanzado got candid about his insecurities as a father and his hopes for daughter Jayda's future in showbiz during an emotional episode of Jeepney TV's hostless talk show \"Stars on Stars” — streaming on Jeepney TV’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
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July 25, 2025
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Ascott to open first Citadines beachfront resort in Mactan
\"This Ascott-managed development is designed to set a new benchmark for resort hospitality in the country,\" said Renan Reyes, Regional Manager of The Ascott Limited Philippines.
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July 25, 2025
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KENNY ROGERS ROASTERS 30 years of serving deliciously healthy meals to Filipinos
Kenny Rogers Roasters is proudly celebrating 30 flavorful years of serving delicious and healthy meals to Filipinos. Since opening its first store in the Philippines in 1995, the brand has grown to over 150 branches across the country—becoming a familiar and trusted name in Filipino households.
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July 25, 2025
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What price beauty?
Authorities recently raided a beauty clinic in Barangay Cogon Central Ramos, Cebu City, for allegedly conducting beauty enhancement procedures without a license.
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July 25, 2025
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Cebuano fighting cop falters in WBF title bid
Jusue “Pistolero” Bastillada, a professional boxer who is also a police officer, fell short of his target after losing by split decision to veteran brawler Jess Rhey “Wanman” Waminal in the main event of “Bakbakan Tres” double championship card presented by Big Yellow Promotions on Wednesday night, July 23, at the Barba Sports Complex in Toledo City.
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July 25, 2025
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THE FREEMAN: NOT JUST A PUBLICATION, BUT A SECOND HOME TO MANY
The Freeman - Cebu's news source since 1919 - earmarked its 106th year with three meaningful events: this year's holding of the ProgreCEBU Awards, a thanksgiving mass, and an anniversary lunch with The Freeman personnel.
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July 25, 2025
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'Cruz vs. Cruz' earns praise in pilot episode
The newest intense family drama, “Cruz vs. Cruz,” is now airing on GMA Afternoon Prime, and it’s getting positive feedback from viewers.
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July 25, 2025
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Smart Cebu City digital platform pushed
Councilor Michelle Abella-Cellona lobbied for a proposed ordinance that backs the creation of a mobile application for efficient government service in line with the goal of establishing a Smart Cebu City.
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July 25, 2025
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Thailand, Cambodia clash with jets, rockets, artillery
Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodian military targets on Thursday as Cambodia fired rockets and artillery, killing a civilian, in a dramatic escalation of a long-running border row between the two neighbors.
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July 25, 2025
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God-Given Gifts
In a poignant performance of Pilgrim: The Musical, Leisa stood before a special section for the Deaf and, using American Sign Language, expressively interpreted the performance.
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July 25, 2025
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No online gambling during work hours
The measure also tasks the Management Information and Computer Services (MICS) with blocking online gambling sites across all city government internet networks, reinforcing efforts to promote workplace discipline and responsible internet use.
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July 25, 2025
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EXPERIENCE 7 DREAM GETAWAYS AS FILINVEST GROUP TURNS 70!
500 free nights in Boracay, Cebu, and more are up for grabs!
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July 25, 2025
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Capitol to meet with firm today on free use of toilets
A meeting is set today between the administration of Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Mister Loo Philippines (MLP) stakeholders to finalize a proposal that could grant commuters three months of free toilet use at the Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT) in exchange for a P1-million repair initiative earlier proposed by the toilet operator.
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July 25, 2025
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Capitol to probe death of mother, unborn child
The Cebu provincial government has launched an investigation into the tragic death of a pregnant woman and her unborn child, exposing the urgent shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs) in government hospitals.
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July 25, 2025
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One Door Closes, Another One Opens!
“Homegrown, Global Experience” was the theme of the 5th Cebu Food and Wine Festival (CFWF), and it featured regional cuisine and world-class cooperation with the involvement of Le Cordon Bleu, Canadian Beef, Cebu Pacific, and Globe Telecom.
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July 25, 2025
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AMID GLOBAL TRADE SHIFTS Taiwan boost tourism, investment ties with Phl
Taiwan is ramping up its tourism and investment engagement with the Philippines, reflecting a growing confidence in Southeast Asia’s emerging market amid shifting global trade dynamics.
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July 25, 2025
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Positioned for Progress: How CDM is Driving Growth in SRP
CDM stands at the forefront of Cebu's southern growth, offering strong investment potential in a setting that blends coastal beauty with urban promise. With its proximity to commercial hubs and lifestyle destinations, it's a future-ready address with enduring value.
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July 25, 2025
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Top French chefs warm to AI in the kitchen
At the annual gathering of France's finest chefs for the Michelin Guide awards this year, the talk was not only about whose restaurants had gained or lost a star.
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July 25, 2025
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The lopsided Trump-Marcos agreement
\"Sana tinext nalang sayo na babawasan ng 1%, sayang gastos.\" That was popular social media personality, lawyer Rowena Guanzon's reaction to the one-percent decrease in the tariffs that U.S. imposes on the Philippine goods.
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July 25, 2025
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NGOs: Mass starvation spreading across Gaza
More than 100 aid organizations and human rights groups warned on Wednesday that “mass starvation” was spreading in Gaza, as the United States said its top envoy was heading to Europe for talks on a possible ceasefire and aid corridor.
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July 24, 2025
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Marcos: 1% reduction in US tariff still a 'significant achievement'
After a historic visit to the White House yielded just a 1% reduction in US tariffs on Philippine goods, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. still called it a win.
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July 24, 2025
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Imee calls for cautious diplomacy
Even as hopes rise for stronger alliances, Senator Imee R. Marcos is calling for cautious diplomacy, warning against compromises that could undermine Philippine sovereignty.
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July 24, 2025
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Tourism industry ups the ante with talent development focus
Cebu's tourism industry is sharpening its competitive edge with a renewed focus on talent development, as key hospitality stakeholders double down on efforts to elevate the local workforce to global standards.
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July 24, 2025
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One for the Guinness: The siblings' Senate
Once the Twentieth Senate convenes on July 28, the whole nation will see the spectacle of four sets of siblings: senators Jinggoy and JV, senators Raffy and Erwin, (Ben could have been the third) senators Pia and Alan Peter and senators Mark and Camille. Unprecedented. unparalleled and has absolutely no such thing in any of the 200 countries all over the world. Sui Generis.
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July 24, 2025
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Lapu-Lapu tourism team earns TESDA certification
The Lapu-Lapu City Tourism Office has become the first local government unit (LGU) in the city to successfully earn the Events Management Services National Certificate III (NC III) from the Technical
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July 24, 2025
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Pasigarbo, Suroy funds realigned
Cebu Provincial Administrator Joseph Felix Mari “Ace” Durano confirmed that Governor Pamela Baricuatro has ordered the realignment of the P250 million budget initially allocated for the Pasigarbo sa Sugbo and Suroy-Suroy Sugbo programs to a more “holistic tourism development” framework.
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July 24, 2025
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CH hires over 200 add'l employees
Amid the freeze hiring of job-order (JO) employees, the Human Resource Development Office (HRDO) of Cebu City Hall has hired over 200 additional casual employees appointed under the new administration.
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July 24, 2025
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Ozzy: 'Prince of Darkness' and maestro of heavy metal
Ozzy Osbourne will go down in rock history as the “godfather of heavy metal” who fulfilled his hard-living dreams as the frontman of Black Sabbath.
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July 24, 2025
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Japan PM plans to resign after election debacle
Having done a trade deal with US President Donald Trump, Japan’s prime minister will soon announce his resignation, reports said Wednesday, after his latest election debacle left his coalition without a majority now in both houses of parliament.
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