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DAR clears P30M in land debts in Central Visayas
The Department of Agrarian Reform-7 has condoned more than P30 million in unpaid land amortizations for agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) in Cebu and Bohol.
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June 10, 2026
The Freeman
DSWD-7 continues providing assistance to drivers, riders
The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Central Visayas (DSWD-7) has continued the distribution of Cash Relief Assistance (CRA) to more than 41,000 Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) drivers, motorcycle taxi riders, and delivery service riders across the region.
1 min |
June 10, 2026
The Freeman
‘Final throes’ of reaching Middle East peace deal
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that negotiators were in the “final throes” of talks for a peace deal in the Middle East, after Iran and Israel halted fresh hostilities that threatened to reignite the months-long war.
3 min |
June 10, 2026
The Freeman
One minor, one senior fall for drugs
A 17-year-old boy was arrested after authorities seized an estimated 75 grams of suspected shabu from him worth P510,000 during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City, last Sunday evening, June 7.
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June 10, 2026
The Freeman
LTO turns over 2 breathalyzers to city
The campaign against drunk driving in Cebu City received a boost as the Land Transportation Office Region 7 (LTO-7) formally turned over two breath analyzers to the city government, reinforcing the city’s own procurement plans and its push to amend the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013.
2 min |
June 10, 2026
The Freeman
A SOUL-R&B TRACK FROM TRISHA DENISE
Singer-songwriter Trisha Denise embraces the beauty of taking things one step at a time in love in her new single, “Di Minamadali,” featuring Thyro Alfaro and Soc Villanueva.
1 min |
June 10, 2026
The Freeman
UK, France, Germany back direct Ukraine-Russia talks
The leaders of Britain, France and Germany back Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s call for direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, they said Sunday after meeting with him in London.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
World Bank pipelines over $3-B loans to Phl
The World Bank is looking to extend around $3 billion worth of loans to support programs in the Philippines in the next fiscal year.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
New school year opens peacefully
The opening of School Year 2026-2027 yesterday, June 8, proceeded smoothly across Cebu City and Cebu Province, with authorities reporting zero crime incidents during the first day of classes.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Erwin Tulfo sues 18 former soldiers over suitcase claims
Sen. Erwin Tulfo has filed libel complaints against 18 former soldiers who accused him of receiving suitcases from fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Knicks brace for one big battle vs Spurs in Game 3
The New York Knicks, who held off San Antonio in another instant NBA Finals classic to take a 2-0 lead in the championship series, are expecting the Spurs’ best shot in Game 3 today (Tuesday, June 9 Philippine time).
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Eala breaks ‘Czech curse’ en route to the Birmingham Open crown
For some, the number 13 is unlucky.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
The true story behind "Avelino v. Cuenco"
Senator Jose Avelino was a very colorful senator from Calbayog, Northern Samar, a lawyer who graduated from Ateneo, AB, UST, LLB, and was a member of the Liberal Party affiliated with then President Elpidio Quirino.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Chinese President Xi in NoKor for rare visit
China’s President Xi Jinping hailed an “invincible friendship” with Pyongyang on arrival in North Korea Monday, his first trip abroad this year after hosting back-to-back summits in Beijing.
3 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Scientific tools vital for Cebu earthquake preparedness
ACCORDING TO DOST-7
2 min |
June 09, 2026
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Israel, Iran exchange fire for first time since truce
Israel and Iran exchanged attacks on Monday for the first time since a ceasefire in the Middle East war took effect two months ago, despite US President Donald Trump calling for restraint.
3 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
CCPO chief relieved, set for reassignment
Police Colonel George Ylanan was formally relieved from his post as director of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) effective Monday, June 8, as he marked his final day in office during the traditional Monday flag-raising ceremony at Camp Sergio Osmeña Sr.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
PEZA approves P15.4B in investment pledges
Investment pledges approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) surged in May, driven by an increase in export-oriented manufacturing and information technology-business process management (IT-BPM) projects.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
DepEd-7: Schools ‘in good shape’ but 10K classrooms need repair
Villarmia said around 10,000 classrooms still require repair, with 8,000 of these located in Cebu Province and its component cities.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Developer pools power demand across 46 properties to cut costs
Cathay Land Inc., the property development arm of the Cathay Group of Companies, has signed an agreement with COREnergy, the retail electricity supplier of Vivant Energy, to aggregate electricity demand from 46 connection points across its industrial and residential developments under the government’s Retail Aggregation Program (RAP).
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
'The People Have Spoken' is a fun take on public opinion
As opinion-oriented shows make their way to television and online platforms, GMA Network’s new weekend program “The People Have Spoken” attempts to put a more playful spin on the genre through a game show format, bannered by the tagline: “POV mo, panalo!”
3 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Be prepared, always
The first day of classes, especially for those who have never been to school before, are supposed to be memorable.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Chase Cokaliong proud to help Cebuano talents shine on the national stage
DAYO23 STREETBALL THREE-PEAT CHAMPS
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June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Borbon gets P140M in infra
Holding the top spot in the budget distribution of the Cebu Provincial Government, the municipality of Borbon had been allocated with P140,100,166 worth of active infrastructure projects, as revealed in the Cebu Infrastructure Project Management & Monitoring System, the official information dashboard of the Capitol.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
RUFFLES, BIKER LEATHER AND CELEBS AT LOUIS VUITTON'S NEW YORK SHOW
French fashion house Louis Vuitton combined ruffles, biker leather and the graphic art of Keith Haring for its celebrity-packed cruise 2027 show at a New York museum.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Capitol to send P10M aid to General Santos
“The Province of Cebu has consistently upheld the spirit of solidarity and mutual aid among local government units, especially during disasters and crises,” Baricuatro said in her letter to the Provincial Board requesting authority to send financial aid.
2 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Curlee Discaya arrested over flood control case
Police arrested contractor Curlee Discaya at the Senate on Monday, June 8, on a warrant issued by a Malolos, Bulacan court.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Cayetano bloc seeks joint sign-off for Senate documents
Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano’s bloc is seeking a temporary arrangement with Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian’s bloc to shield Senate personnel from conflicting orders while the leadership dispute remains unresolved.
1 min |
June 09, 2026
The Freeman
Alcover: Mayor wants list validated by brgy. captains
FUEL SUBSIDY FOR HABAL-HABAL DRIVERS
2 min |
June 09, 2026
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Province launches project monitoring system
Seeking to strengthen public trust through transparency and efficiency, the Cebu Provincial Government officially launched the Cebu Infrastructure Project Management and Monitoring System (CIPMMS) last Monday, June 8, at the Cebu Provincial Capitol.
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