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Manila Bulletin
Rate cut seen despite peso weakness
Even as the Philippine peso depreciated against the United States (US) dollar at a pace that was among the worst among emerging market (EM) currencies last week, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is still expected to cut interest rates this week.
3 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
BPI SINAG bonds: Investing in a better future, one sustainable step at a time
Finance isn’t just about profit anymore—it’s about purpose. With the launch of BPI SINAG Bonds, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is making waves in the Philippine financial scene, proving that investing can be both profitable and impactful.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH to get Filipinos out of Israel by land, sea amid Iranian airstrikes
The Philippine Embassy in Israel is planning to repatriate Filipinos there by land or sea since the airspace of Israel and Jordan are currently closed due to the ongoing conflict in the region with Iran, Philippine Ambassador in Tel Aviv Aileen Mendiola-Rau said.
5 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DepEd ready for projected 27.6 million enrollees
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will deploy a total of 37,740 policemen to secure both public and private schools nationwide as School Year 2025-2026 officially opens on Monday, June 16.
5 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The FU birthday in SanFo
As much as possible, I don't want to work on my birthday. (sagrado ang June 8! unless x7 ang talent fee!)
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM, FPRRD honored by their families on Father's Day
President Marcos and former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte received a barrage of warm greetings yesterday in celebration of Father's Day.
4 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Trade woes dim PH growth outlook this year
Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB) has downgraded its 2025 economic growth forecast for the Philippines amid global trade uncertainties, which, in turn, bolstered its expectations of further interest rate cuts.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH, Japan begin bilateral drills after RAA ratification
A week after the ratification of the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA), the Philippines and Japan have begun training their militaries, marking the launch of a “new phase” in the defense cooperation of the two Asian countries.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ciron shocks field in IRONMAN 70.3 Subic
John Patrick Ciron turned his first-ever IRONMAN 70.3 appearance into an unforgettable triumph, stunning a field of elite triathletes with a gritty and gutsy performance in the Century Tuna IRONMAN 70.3 Subic Bay here on Sunday, June 15.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Putin and Trump discussed Middle East tensions, Ukraine war in phone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held a lengthy call Saturday to discuss the escalating situation in the Middle East and Russia’s war in Ukraine.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Oftana, TNT to focus on quarters hurdle
Calvin Oftana and TNT are not crying over spilled milk and instead, are focusing on whatever they need to do to keep their title bid alive.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Finally: Basilan 'ASG-free'
June 9 was a very special day for the people of Basilan, as the island-province, which has gained notoriety over the years for being the stronghold of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), was officially declared as “ASG-Free.”
4 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Stars of 'Encantadia' reveal which magical powers they wish to have
If you could have one magical power that you could use every day, what would it be?
4 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bacolod top cop seeks stronger surveillance vs crime
Bacolod City police chief Police Col. Joeresty Coronica has urged the city council to amend ordinances on closed-circuit television camera use, emphasizing the need for stronger surveillance systems to deter crime and support law enforcement efforts.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
NBI rescues 5 abused kids in Davao Oriental
Three persons, who were reportedly engaged in online sexual abuse and exploitation of children, have been arrested while five minors have been rescued by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) in Davao Oriental.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cedrick dela Paz confronts his 'Mid-Career Crisis'
How this artist deals with the tides of time in his latest exhibit
3 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
In the service of small dreams
Microfinance workers do not often make headlines, but every day, they are in the trenches of transformation, working quietly to bring dignity, opportunity, and hope to those too often left behind.
3 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Power issue in Siquijor resolved-Palace
Malacañang said on Sunday, June 15, that the supply of electricity in Siquijor has been restored.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DepEd ready for projected 27.6 million enrollees
DepEd is implementing urgent and concrete measures to strengthen the country's public education system.
5 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Israel and Iran trade strikes as nuclear talks are called off
Israel unleashed airstrikes across Iran for a third day on Sunday and threatened even greater force as some Iranian missiles evaded Israeli air defenses to strike buildings in the heart of the country.
3 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Alas on right track
Las Filipinas may have fallen short of making it on top, but it still showed a glimpse of a brighter future.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Animal welfare? Sure! But what about human welfare?
The Senate recently passed on third reading Senate Bill No. 2975 “Revised Animal Welfare Act” on June 2, 2025.
3 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
An eye for an eye
Many telenovelas nowadays focus on stories of revenge. Often, people are portrayed as being bullied, even with unbelievable cruelty.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DSWD to provide support for maltreated PWD in viral bus abuse incident
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has stepped in to provide immediate and comprehensive assistance to a person with disability (PWD) who was subjected to physical abuse inside a public utility bus.
1 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Keeping it burning
Burns holds one-stroke lead at rain-soaked US Open
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH shifts to less wheat imports on low demand
The Philippines is expected to import less wheat in the upcoming market year as demand for animal feed weakens, reversing an initial forecast of increased uptake, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
VP Duterte surprised by proposed Sara-Imee tandem in 2028
Vice President Sara Duterte said she was shocked by an idea floated by Senator Robin Padilla of her and Senator Imee Marcos running in tandem for president and vice president, respectively, in the 2028 national elections.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
2 men involved in extortion racket using First Lady's name collared in Parañaque City
A suspect, who was out on bail after he was arrested for being engaged in an extortion racket that used the name of First Lady Liza Louise Araneta Marcos, was collared by the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) for the unauthorized use of blinkers in Paranaque City last June 13.
2 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Why Filipinos must rethink what AI really means in our daily lives
We had the opportunity to attend Lenovo Philippines' TechDay 2025—and having previously witnessed how initiatives like Lenovo's EdVision and other ecosystem-driven campaigns come to life, the event felt like a meaningful continuation of a story I've long admired. Lenovo doesn't just build hardware—it develops smarter, purpose-driven technology systems that center around people, not just profit.
4 min |
June 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Campus golf rivalries ignite
College golf takes center stage starting Monday, June 16, as top universities and colleges kick off the first leg of the ICTSI Intercollege Tour at the Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Trece Martires, Cavite - a competition poised to reshape the student-athlete golf scene in the country.
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