Manila Bulletin - May 10, 2025

In this issue

‘PEACE BE WITH YOU’

Election allowance for teachers, poll workers increased by ₤2,000

President Marcos has ordered the release of P2,000 across-theboard increase on the compensation of teachers and other poll workers serving in the May 12 national elections.

1 min

Marcos, VP Sara congratulate Pope Leo XIV

President Marcos has congratulated newly elected Pope Leo XIV and expressed hope that the new pontiff will lead the Catholic Church with compassion and bring it closer to \"the poor and disadvantaged.\"

1 min

'PEACE BE WITH YOU'

Pope Leo XIV wants church that builds bridges, establishes dialogue

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Marcos in spirited endorsement of Alyansa slate

Members of the Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial slate only had good things to say about their main endorser, President Marcos, on the day of their final campaign rally Friday, May 9 in Mandaluyong City.

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DuterTen senatorial bets vow to continue reforms of FPRRD

The senatorial candidates of the Partido ng Demokratiko Pilipino - Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) have vowed to continue the reforms introduced by former president Rodrigo Duterte.

1 min

Oil price rollback expected on election week

Another week of May could bring forth another round of fuel price drops.

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PH-US Balikatan 2025 ends with strong message for 'provocateurs'

\"Don't mess with us.\" This was the stern warning given by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the United States Armed Forces to provocateurs in the Indo-Pacific region as they officially wrapped up the 40th edition of the Balikatan

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Improving economy, reduced poverty prove PBBM's programs are working - Palace

Malacañang said the recently released poverty and food insecurity numbers were concrete signs that President Marcos' anti-poverty programs are delivering results.

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Indian, Pakistan troops swap intense artillery fire overnight

Indian and Pakistani soldiers exchanged heavy volleys of shells and gunfire across their frontier in Kashmir overnight, killing at least five civilians amid a growing military standoff that erupted following an attack on tourists in the India-controlled portion of the disputed region.

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Taguig court extends TRO on EMBO government facilities

A Taguig Regional Trial Court (RTC) extended a temporary restraining order (TRO) that directed the Makati City government to cease obstructing the Taguig City government from accessing and possessing government facilities in the EMBO (enlisted men's barrio) barangays.

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What's in a name? Pope Leo XIV's choice signals a commitment to social justice

Pope Leo XIV 's choice of name signals a commitment to social justice that is very much in line with the late Pope Francis ' global ministry.

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This saying is hard; who can accept it?

Notwithstanding the centrality of the Eucharist in John 6, one may also read this whole discourse as a call to discipleship.

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Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in a missionary church

Peace be with you!

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Conclave and local elections — society changers in a volatile world

“Habemus Papam” (We have a pope) was announced before hundreds gathered at St. Peter’s Square Thursday evening, the second day of the conclave, and after the fourth ballot.

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5 out of 12

Habemus Papam! We have a Pope! Leo XIV.

1 min

Vote courageously, sleep soundly

In our rural town north of Manila, the former long-time mayor is out to recapture the municipio.

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Vote wisely, pray for good Shepherds, love our mothers

On May 12, the senatorial and local elections will take place all over the country. As Christians and religious denominations, let's pray fervently to God but should also vote wisely the right candidates.

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Leo XIV's brother recalls feeling of 'disbelief' over his sibling becoming pope

When white smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel revealing that a new pope had been chosen, John Prevost turned on his television in Illinois, called his niece and they watched in awe as his brother's name was announced.

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9 hurt as jeep flips over in Iloilo

Nine people were injured when a passenger jeep flipped over in Leon town, Iloilo province on Thursday, May 8.

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DepEd, Comelec join hands to restore burned voting center

The Department of Education (DepEd) and Commission on Elections (Comelec) have joined hands to prepare the three classrooms that remained after a fire hit the Dangdangla Elementary School in Bangued, Abra on Wednesday, for the May 12 polls.

1 min

Police identify Johnny Dayang gunman

Philippine National Police (PNP) has identified the gunman of veteran journalist Juan “Johnny” Dayang in Kalibo town, Aklan province last April.

1 min

Agricultural camp for CICL to rise in Palawan

A P90-million agricultural camp for children in conflict with the law (CICL) will soon rise at the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm (IPPF) in Puerto Princesa City in Palawan, the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said on Friday, May 9.

1 min

'Peace be with you'

Prevost, a 69-year-old member of the Augustinian religious order who spent his career ministering in Peru, took the name Leo XIV.

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Marcos, VP Sara congratulate Pope Leo XIV

“May his guidance open new paths for reconciliation, understanding, and cooperation in our troubled world,” she said.

1 min

Election allowance for teachers, poll workers increased by P2,000

Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said they have approved the allowance increase.

1 min

SC: Photocopies, electronic copies of documents admissible as evidence

A duplicate or photocopy of original documents, whether in print or electronic form, is admissible as evidence in court as long as there is no genuine question on the original’s authenticity.

1 min

Pope Leo XIV visited Cebu in 2004, Manila in 2010

Pope Leo XIV visited the Philippines twice before he became the head of the Catholic Church on Thursday, May 8.

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Pepito ready to play in Season 88

Detdet Pepito is playing in her final eligible year for University of Santo Tomas, the school's athletics director confirmed Friday, May 9.

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Tamayo, 4 others seek JPGT repeat

All but one of the six division winners from the kickoff leg of the ICTSI Junior PGT Visayas-Mindanao Series are back in action, aiming to sustain momentum and secure back-to-back titles in the second leg scheduled on May 14 at the Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club in Bacolod City.

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Wolves fight back

The Minnesota Timberwolves were stewing over their rough start in Game 1 against Golden State, a reaction coach Chris Finch was pleased to see.

1 min

Suarez all set for title shot

Time is seemingly of the essence for Charly Suarez and that's exactly why he considers his long-awaited title shot against World Boxing Organization (WBO) super featherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete a once-in-a-lifetime chance.

1 min

FiberXers, Kings in bigtime clash

Pampanga stars strut wares

1 min

Reforms needed to seize trade war opportunity

The ongoing trade dispute between the United States (US) and China could benefit manufacturing hotspots in Southeast Asia, such as the Philippines, provided the government implements sweeping reforms to align trade and investment policies with industrial strategies.

3 mins

Economists cut PH growth forecasts

Private sector economists have slashed their gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts for the Philippines to as low as five percent, citing the drag from shrinking exports and the broader impact of a global trade slowdown.

3 mins

LTG injects P3.5 B into real-estate unit

Taipan Lucio Tan’s LT Group Inc. is infusing a total of P3.5 billion into subsidiary Eton Properties Philippines, Inc. (EPPI) and its residential unit Eton City Inc. (ECI) to fund their growth initiatives.

1 min

A call for affordable, accessible healthcare in PH

2nd Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session underscores need for sustainable healthcare and nutrition

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DBP eyes expanded partnerships for NG reforestation drive

State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) would aggressively expand its network of sectoral partners and linkages as the Bank aims to ramp up support to the National Government’s efforts to rehabilitate and improve forest cover in key areas across the country, a top official said.

1 min

Erasing the borderlines: Apex Mining extends malasakit beyond impact communities

Malasakit, the uniquely Filipino way of caring for others, should never be bound by geographic borders. At least, that is what Apex Mining believes in. Aside from implementing a wide array of health, livelihood, education and other community development initiatives in its host and impact barangays, the publicly-listed gold producer also tries to bring about positive change in areas outside its areas of mining operations.

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Alden Richards meets Tom Cruise in Seoul

Iden Richards was a man on a mission.

1 min

Lani Misalucha shares memorable encounters with musical icons

Asia's Nightingale Lani Misalucha celebrates her 40th year in show business as she recalls memorable encounters with musical icons.

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Walt Disney & Miral to develop theme park resort in Abu Dhabi

The Walt Disney Company and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have announced an agreement to develop a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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A taste worth the journey

Dining for a cause at Westin Manila's Culinary Showcase

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