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Manila Bulletin - June 9, 2025

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Language: English

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In this issue

Brigada Eskwela kicks off today; PNP ready for opening of classes on June 16; to deploy 37,000 cops Jones Bridge lights up to mark Binondo revival, 50 years of PH-China ties DICT eyes 8 million digital jobs by 2028 Heavy rainfall warning raised in NCR, other areas

DICT eyes 8 million digital jobs by 2028

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has launched its flagship “Trabahong Digital” program with the bold goal of creating eight million digital jobs by 2028.

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Jones Bridge lights up to mark Binondo revival, 50 years of PH-China ties

President Marcos led the ceremonial lighting of the historic Jones Bridge on Saturday, June 7, marking the revitalization of Binondo and 50 years of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and China.

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Heavy rainfall warning raised in NCR, other areas

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) yesterday raised a heavy rainfall warning for Metro Manila and several other provinces due to the ongoing effects of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) and the southwest monsoon (habagat).

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Brigada Eskwela kicks off today

PNP ready for opening of classes on June 16; to deploy 37,000 cops

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LTO crackdown: 88 officials in trouble, 205 driving schools face closure

At least 205 driving schools are facing closure while 88 local officials of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) are in hot water over various anomalies, including the issuance of theoretical and practical driving certificates without applicants appearing before authorities.

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Visa-free entry to PH of Indian nationals hailed

The Indian Embassy in Manila welcomed the announcement by the Philippine government of visa-free privileges for Indian nationals beginning Sunday, June 8.

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Jalandoni, towering figure in PH communist movement, dies at 90

Former National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) chief negotiator Luis “Ka Louie” Jalandoni has died at the age of 90 while in self-exile in Utrecht, The Netherlands on Saturday, June 7, according to the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP).

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New livestock law a 'game-changer' for food affordability - Speaker

The proposed Livestock Development and Competitiveness Act--which is just awaiting the signature of President Marcos before becoming a law--is envisioned as a \"game-changer\" for Filipinos in terms of food affordability.

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Half of Filipino families still consider themselves poor, says SWS survey

A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from April 23 to 28 found that 50 percent of Filipino families, or an estimated 14.1 million households, rated themselves as poor.

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Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests

President Donald Trump is deploying 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles over the objections of Gov. Gavin Newsom after a second day of clashes between hundreds of protesters and federal immigration authorities in riot gear.

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Behold, your mother

Why is Mary considered Mother of the Church? How did she conceive the Church in her womb, or give birth to her, or nurtured her all along? The two principal reasons would be her closeness to her Son, Jesus, and her life of discipleship, again, to God, to her Son.

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BPI's bold leadership in sustainable finance: Pioneering change for a greener future

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) continues to redefine banking in the Philippines by making sustainability a core pillar of its business strategy.

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Resolving debt dilemma, attaining development goals

When President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assumed office in June 2022, he inherited not only the reins of government but also a formidable fiscal burden — a national debt stock that had ballooned to over 60 percent of GDP under the Duterte administration.

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Microfinance frontliners: Unsung heroes of hope

Microfinance has long been recognized as a tool for poverty alleviation, and at its heart are women.

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Empowering women through technology

It is a well-known fact that women are among the most vulnerable sectors of our society, especially during the outbreak of armed conflict or when communities are hit by man-made or natural disasters.

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How the Vatican manages money and where Pope Leo XIV might find more

The world's smallest country has a big budget problem.

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21 Sablayan PDLs seek executive clemency

Twenty-one Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) at the Sablayan Prison and Penal Farm (SPPF) in Occidental Mindoro have asked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to grant them executive clemency.

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NPA leader caught in Cagayan de Oro

A New People’s Army leader was arrested in Barangay Indahag, Cagayan de Oro City on Thursday, June 5.

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DOE acknowledges Siquijor power supply problem

The power supply woes affecting the island of Siquijor has apparently reached the Department of Energy (DOE).

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Dinagyang Festival of Iloilo City joins World Expo in Japan

The Dinagyang Festival of this city is one of the official delegates of the Philippines to the World Expo in Osaka, Japan.

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4 RORO vessels deployed to ease transport burden at San Juanico

At least four roll-on, roll-off (RORO) passenger ferries capable of carrying cargo trucks were deployed in Eastern Visayas to ease the burden of the load capacity limitations imposed on the San Juanico Bridge amid the plan to rehabilitate the iconic bridge over structural integrity issues.

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Bolts yield in BCL opener

Meralco opened its Basketball Champions League Asia campaign on the wrong foot, succumbing to Shabab Al Ahli, 101-87, in Dubai late Saturday, June 7.

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PH spikers edge Indonesia

Alas Pilipinas continued its rampage at the 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup after out-hustling Indonesia, 22-25, 25-23, 25-13, 28-26, in Hanoi, Vietnam on Sunday, June 8.

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Two bronzes for Caloy Yulo

Olympic champ takes home vault, parallel bars medals

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Mindoro downs Mexican rival

Rising Filipino fighter Weljon Mindoro once again displayed his firepower, scoring a sensational first-round knockout of previously undefeated Omar Munguia in their non-title middleweight bout at the Boeing Center, Tech Port in San Antonio, Texas on Sunday, June 8 (Manila time).

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Pacquiao recalls humble beginnings

Manny Pacquiao is taking a break from his preparations for his upcoming comeback fight against Mario Barrios to attend his formal induction to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York on Monday, June 9 (Manila time).

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Third time's the charm for NUNS

It's a third time's the charm for National University Nazareth School after finally copping the elusive 2025 Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup Division 1 championship.

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PH mining draws Australian interest

A business delegation composed of at least 20 Australian mining companies will come to the Philippines in the second half of 2025 to explore opportunities amid renewed interest among foreign investors in the extractive sector.

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Motorcycle sales climb past 700K

The Philippines' motorcycle industry remains on an upward trajectory, with sales surging past 700,000 by the end of May, as demand for greater mobility and an affordable mode of transportation continues to sweep the nation.

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FIRB approves P21B agency tax holidays

The Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB) has approved nearly P21 billion in tax subsidies requested by 10 government institutions, exempting these agencies from paying taxes and duties.

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Gov't cuts debt payments by P524B

Despite a sharp increase in the national government's debt payments in April, over half a trillion pesos was trimmed from total payments in the first four months of the year, leading to a 45.7 percent decline by end-April.

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Investors quietly divest in PH’s RE

The 'hotness' of the Philippines for renewable energy investments may be losing its sizzle.

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ADB strategy spurs geothermal funding

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) reported that the de-risking strategy for geothermal technologies in the Philippines is attracting investor interest.

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No acquittal for Calata officers

The Makati City Regional Trial Court has upheld the conviction of the officers of the delisted Calata Corporation for making misleading statements about its supposed Mactan Leisure City project, which led to a surge in the trading of its shares in 2016.

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Mega Prime eyes record sales rise

Home - grown Mega Prime Foods Inc. of the Tiu Lim family is aiming for its fastest-ever sales growth in 2025 as the recent acquisition of \"healthy\" coffee brand Jimm's—plus potential acquisitions in the pipeline—adds more to the expanding food business.

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PH to leverage regional airlines for global reach

The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) is seeking to establish new commercial agreements with Korean and Japanese airlines, which would provide American carriers with wider access to the Philippines, thereby driving growth to the country's popular tourist destinations.

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The Father's Day gift list that speaks his (new) love language: Tech, travel, and thoughtfulness

Let’s be real—dads today are not what they used to be. They’re no longer just newspaper-reading, grill-master stereotypes. Many now work remotely, plan weekend escapes, manage playlists for the road, and navigate digital wallets better than anyone in the family. Some meditate. Others game. And many wouldn’t mind swapping a necktie for a smart-watch or a serum.

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realme dreams big with the realme GT 7 Dream Edition

I am very much impressed by the new realme GT 7 smartphone. Its spec sheet is top-notch, and its design is equally stunning. The limited Dream Edition, outdoes itself in terms of design as every detail is crafted to exude speed and sophistication.

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For Ana de Armas, 'Ballerina' is a pirouette

Years before Ana de Armas was using an ice skate to slice a neck in “From the World of John Wick: Ballerina,” she co-starred with Keanu Reeves in a much different film.

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