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Tempo - December 16, 2025

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Publisher: Manila-Bulletin-Publishing-Company

Category: Newspaper

Language: English

Frequency: Daily

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In this issue

RESCUE MISSION

PNP intensifies drive vs illegal firecrackers

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its campaign against illegal firecrackers and pyrotechnic materials, strengthening its partnership with online selling platforms and delivery services to curb their distribution.

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Man kills teenage nephew, burns self in Negros

A 34-year-old man fatally stabbed his 14-year-old nephew before setting himself on fire in Barangay 2, San Carlos City, Negros Occidental, on Sunday, December 14.

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Dog Kobe's tongue injury linked to dog fight, not cruelty

The Valenzuela City government has clarified that the injury sustained by a dog named Kobe in Barangay Balangkas was the result of a dog fight and does not constitute animal cruelty, following a thorough investigation by a joint task force.

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DRUG PUSHERS TAGGED IN SLAY OF MSU STUDENT

Police are set to file murder charges against three suspected drug pushers who were allegedly under the influence of illegal drugs when they brutally killed a 21-year-old Agriculture student on Monday, Dec. 8, in Barangay Apopong, this city.

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Sophie Kinsella, a voice remembered

British novelist Sophie Kinsella, best known for her wildly popular \"Confessions of a Shopaholic\" series, has died at the age of 55.

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Chelsea Ylore, kinamumuhian?

Biglang sikat si Chelsea Ylore dahil sa katabilan nito!

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Cash reward offered for info on missing bride in QC

Police and family members are searching for Sarah “Sherra” De Juan, a soon-to-be bride who was reported missing just days before her scheduled Dec. 14 wedding.

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The spirit of Simbang Gabi: Making room for compassion

The tradition of Simbang Gabi begins today, Dec. 16, when Catholic devotees rise before dawn to mark what many consider the true start of Christmas, culminating on Christmas Eve.

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Lea, nagbabalik sa 'Le Miz'

Nagbabalik si Lea Salonga sa musical na \"Les Miserables\" para sa \"Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular” na itatanghal sa The Theatre at Solaire from Jan. 20 to March 1, 2026.

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Naunsyami!

At this point, hindi na kailangan pang magsalita ni Claudine Barretto o ni Milano Sanchez

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Airport project in Bulacan advancing – SMC

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) announced that land development activities for the New Manila International Airport (NMIA) in Bulacan are progressing, countering claims that the project may no longer be viable.

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Student held for sexually abusing 12-year-old girl

Barangay security force personnel arrested an 18-year-old Grade 12 male student accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in her home in Taguig City.

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DND, AFP REJECT HOLIDAY TRUCE WITH CPP

The Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday categorically rejected the Communist Party of the Philippines' (CPP) declaration of a four-day holiday ceasefire, dismissing it as nothing more than a \"propaganda stunt.

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'THE STABILIZER'

Since his rookie year at University of the Philippines in UAAP Season 84, Gerry Abadiano has been known for his strong work ethic as he embraced is every role with diligence ~ not to mention the courage he displayed to navigate the challenges.

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Sweet 16 for Monarchs

The Dasmariñas Monarchs clobbered Biñan Tatak Arellano U Lady Chiefs in Game 2, 25-17, 25-18, 25-21, and completed a perfect campaign in the 2025 Maharlika Pilipinas Volleyball Association (MPVA) over the weekend at the Dasmariñas Arena in Cavite.

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Hidilyn Diaz still eyes Olympic qualifying

Hidilyn Diaz knows she’s already at the twilight of her illustrious weightlifting career and she’s hoping for one last hurrah for a spot in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

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LeBron, Lakers hold off Suns

LeBron James made two free throws with 3.9 seconds left, Luka Doncic scored 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers recovered from blowing a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter to top the Phoenix Suns, 116-114, on Sunday night, Dec. 14.

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Agatha Wong overcomes self-doubt

Winning simply never gets old for Agatha Wong.

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Eala assured of bronze after easy win

Alex Eala assured herself of at least another medal at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, beating Malaysia’s Shihomi Leong in their quarterfinal match, 6-3, 6-1, here at the National Tennis Development Center here on Monday noon.

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Football coach gets emotional after historic win against Thailand

The Philippine women's football team head coach Mark Torcaso was over the moon seeing his charges march to the 33rd Southeast Asian Games gold medal match especially after the team was easily doubted following the early loss to Myanmar.

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Gilas survives Vietnam scare

Robert Bolick saved Gilas Pilipinas some blushes as he buried two clutch three-pointers in the final frame to shake off a pesky Vietnam team, 78-67, and claim an outright semifinals spot in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games at the Nimibutr Arena on Monday, Dec. 15 here.

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