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Manila Bulletin - December 26, 2025

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Language: English

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In this issue

PNP remains on alert for New Year revelry First Couple's Christmas wish: to finally have grandchildren Leviste braces for grim future after exposing Cabral files PH ready to shape future of reg'l tourism as ASEAN hosting nears – DOT

PH ready to shape future of reg'l tourism as ASEAN hosting nears - DOT

The Philippines is ready to help shape the future of tourism in Southeast Asia as the Philippine hosting of the 2026 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit nears, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said as it welcomes the coming year with optimism amid the challenges the industry faced in 2025.

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Leviste braces for grim future after exposing Cabral files

Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste has instructed several people to expose his files in the event that “something” happens to him.

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PNP remains on alert for New Year revelry

Cops commended for peaceful Christmas celebration

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First Couple's Christmas wish: to finally have grandchildren

President Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos revealed that their Christmas wish this year is simple and personal: to finally have grandchildren.

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30,000 join Duterte Christmas gift-giving

Over 30, 000 people from different walks of life received gift packs during the annual gift-giving activity of the Duterte family at their old residence in Barangay Bangkal here on Christmas Day.

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DOH logs 28 fireworks-related injuries

Twenty-eight fireworks -related injuries were tallied by the Department of Health (DOH) nationwide from Dec. 21 to Dec. 25.

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Gov’t agencies cautioned vs use of credit cards to pay expenses for meetings, events

The Commission on Audit (COA) has cautioned government agencies against the use of credit cards in paying expenses for meetings, events, and even for overtime meals of personnel.

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North Korea displays apparent progress in construction of nuclear-powered submarine

North Korea on Thursday displayed apparent progress in the construction of a nuclear-powered submarine, with state media photos showing a largely completed hull, as leader Kim Jong Un condemned rival South Korea's push to acquire the technology.

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PH ready to shape future of reg'l tourism as ASEAN hosting nears - DOT

\"Looking ahead, the Philippines prepares to host the United Nations Tourism Global Forum on Gastronomy and the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 in Cebu, affirming our leadership and resilience in shaping the future of tourism in the region,\" Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said Thursday.

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Marcos: Filipinos emerged stronger after a year of trials

President Marcos said Filipinos have emerged stronger after a year marked by challenges, as he thanked the public for facing trials with courage and resilience.

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11 hurt in amusement park ride collapse

Eleven individuals were injured after an amusement park ride at the town plaza here collapsed on Wednesday night, Dec. 24.

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Union chief apologizes for spoiled food in party

The president of the Bacolod City Government Employees' Union has apologized for the spoiled food served during the Year-End Assessment and Employees' Day at the Bacolod City Government Center on Dec. 19.

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As a witness

Today’s Gospel pericope belongs to the “Missionary Discourse” of Jesus.

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The 10th Filipino Faces of Biotechnology Awards

I was invited to the 10th Filipino Faces of Biotechnology (FoB) Awards presented by the Department of Agriculture Biotechnology Program Office (DA Biotech Program).

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Peace on earth, justice on the ground

“Peace on earth, goodwill toward men” is not a phrase reserved for carols and Christmas cards during the holiday season.

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Glad tidings

In a significant step, the national government is finally supporting the campaign to submit the Philippines' film for consideration at the prestigious Oscars.

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A notebook in the pocket

I keep a notebook in the pocket of my suit.

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A quiet kind of wonder: Traveling through Japan in the Christmas season

Even at the height of the Christmas holidays—when shopping districts overflow with locals and tourists alike—Japan feels remarkably calm.

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Battle of young stars in Macau

Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala is enjoying a quick break for Christmas and to celebrate his Southeast Asian Games victory but is also immediately plunging back into action in the 2025 MGM Macau Tennis Masters on Sunday, Dec. 28.

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NBA serves 5-game Christmas feast

Jalen Williams' plan for Thursday is mapped out like this: Presents in the morning, then a game in the afternoon.

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Uichico: No regrets lending Bolick

There is no issue whatsoever for both NLEX head coach Jong Uichico and star guard Robert Bolick that they found themselves in a difficult position in the PBA Season 50 playoffs after lending the latter to Gilas Pilipinas for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games.

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Koronadal booters cop IFL bronze

The Koronadal City Football Club Mixed 11 bagged the bronze medal in the Cup League Division of the Season 3 IFL 7s Battle of Asia Edition in Chonburi, Thailand last week.

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Banner year for PH volleyball

Spikers reach new heights in 2025

2 mins

IMF warns vs. general tax amnesty

The Washington-based multilateral lender International Monetary Fund (IMF) sees the narrowing of Philippine debt relative to the size of the economy being delayed until it reaches 60 percent, with the proposed revenue-generating general tax amnesty (GTA) among the measures seen as offering limited help.

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Economy faces fiscal, governance challenges

It could be said that the Philippines began the year on solid footing after hitting—or coming close to hitting—its goals in 2024.

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Metrobank’s strength comes from the people it serves and its people who serve with purpose

For over sixty years, Metrobank has been a fixture in the financial journey of Filipino families, entrepreneurs, and institutions.

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DOE to solarize Lanao hospitals

Public health facilities in Lanao del Sur province are set to receive an energy upgrade as the Department of Energy (DOE) and its international partners prepare to install 170 kilowatt-peak (kWp) of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems equipped with battery storage.

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ERC targets power reforms in 2026

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is moving to overhaul the nation’s power landscape in 2026, pledging to clear a longstanding case backlog and finalize pricing for emerging technologies such as offshore wind (OSW) to help lower costs for households.

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The app on four wheels

Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive

3 mins

Suzuki Dzire and Fronx return high fuel efficiency results

Tested at the DOE CY2025 Fuel Eco-Run

2 mins

BSP urged to maintain key rate

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) should hold its benchmark interest rate steady despite a cooling economy and stable inflation, as further easing risks being perceived as a reactive attempt to shore up flagging confidence and currency stability, according to New York-based GlobalSource Partners Inc.

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PH wheat imports seen rising

The Philippines will import significantly more wheat in the current marketing year (MY), driven by continued demand for wheat-based products such as bread and pasta, according to a report by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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iWave upgrades NAIA with biometric gates

DFNN Inc.’s technology unit has secured a role in the modernization of the Philippines’ primary international gateway, partnering with travel technology giant Amadeus IT Group SA to deploy biometric systems and automated gates at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

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PEZA investments surge to ₱261B

Investment pledges approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) for the year jumped by 22 percent to more than P260 billion from last year, reflecting investor confidence in the country's ecozone system amid domestic and external headwinds.

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USDA plans Manila trade mission

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct a trade mission to the Philippines in April next year as part of the Trump administration’s ongoing drive to expand agricultural exports to the country.

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His name is Gratitude

At one point, Senator Lito Lapid, speaking more as an actor than as a lawmaker, wondered aloud, \"Kaya kaya ng mga apo ko na gawin ang mga stunts na ginawa ko noon?

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Sylvia Sanchez takes an emotional journey with film on Down syndrome

Emotions ran high as actress-producer Sylvia Sanchez spoke candidly about her highly anticipated entry for the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival, titled \"I'mPerfect,\" produced by Nathan Studios.