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Machado seeks Pope Leo's support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting
Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado in a private audience at the Vatican on Monday, during which the Venezuelan leader asked him to intercede for the release of hundreds of political prisoners held in the Latin American country.
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January 14, 2026
Manila Bulletin
8 officials relieved in DPWH shakeup
Dizon: Revamp linked to flood control probe, qualifications
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
BSP: Investment slump to persist through 2026
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects the lingering investment slump triggered by recent fiscal controversies to weigh on the economy through 2026, keeping the nation’s output below its full potential for longer than previously anticipated.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The strangest thing
If you’ve just finished watching Stranger Things, then kudos for being part of popular culture and for finishing one of the best original shows modern TV can offer.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Childhood vaccinations: A continuing struggle for herd immunity
Ţhe Department of Health has reported 5,123 cases of measles/rubella for 2025, which is 32 percent higher than 2024 when 3,880 cases were recorded.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Palace defers to AFP process after Mongao’s surrender
Malacañang said it will not intervene in the case of Army Col. Audie Mongao and will allow the proper authorities to act following his voluntary surrender.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Meralco rates drop to ₱12.95 in January
Largest power retailer Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reduced electricity rates for January, defying earlier projections of a price hike as lower transmission and generation costs offset new environmental subsidies.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Restore auto subsidies or lose EV edge-EVAP
The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) is urging the Marcos administration to reinstate funding for two automotive manufacturing incentive programs, warning that inaction could weaken the country's growing EV sector.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Marcos designates Recto, Estrella, Gatchalian as gov't caretakers
President Marcos has designated Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, and Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian as government caretakers while he is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Building trust through code
At 23, Gelo Wong is using blockchain technology to help make government systems more transparent and accountable
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Embassy of the State of Qatar celebrates Qatar National Day
The Embassy of the State of Qatar in the Republic of the Philippines commemorated the National Day of the State of Qatar 2025—celebrated annually on Dec. 18—with a distinguished ceremony attended by senior officials of the Philippine government, members of the diplomatic corps, prominent personalities, and esteemed guests.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Wongchuking honors gallant Gilas Women
One of the biggest and toughest wins by Team Philippines in last year's Thailand SEA Games was produced by Gilas Pilipinas Women.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
P8-B ‘Sugartown’ to rise in Talisay
Top township developer Megaworld Corp. is investing an initial P8 billion to develop the 97-hectare “The Sugartown” along the Bacolod-Silay Airport Road in Talisay City, Negros Occidental.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
10 more Co luxury cars being sought
The Philippine National Police is still looking for at least 10 more luxury vehicles allegedly owned by former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co and his companies.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH tourism reform urged
The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) is sounding the alarm on the Philippines' lagging tourism sector, urging the government to enact sweeping reforms as international arrival figures fall behind regional competitors.
2 min |
January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Negros Oriental police chief relieved
Police Col. Criscente Tiguelo, Negros Oriental police director, was administratively relieved from his post following the fatal shooting of a police chief and his two colleagues allegedly perpetrated by a policeman in Sibulan, Negros Oriental on Jan. 9.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Imee, Lacson clash over 2026 nat'l budget
A word war has erupted between Sen. Imee Marcos and Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo \"Ping\" Lacson over the 2026 national budget and the handling of the flood control investigation by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
'Yormilk' to help over 21,000 preschoolers against malnutrition, stunting - Mayor Isko
A total of 21,651 preschoolers in Manila will receive free milk courtesy of the city government under the \"Yormilk: Kaagapay ng Batang Maynila sa Paglaki\" program of Manila Mayor Francisco \"Isko Moreno\" Domagoso aimed at curbing malnutrition and foster the growth of children enrolled in public day care centers across the capital.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Restore auto subsidies or lose EV edge—EVAP
The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) is urging the Marcos administration to reinstate funding for two automotive manufacturing incentive programs, warning that inaction could weaken the country’s growing EV sector.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Stewardship of the people's trust: Government's primary responsibility
Public office is, at its core, a sacred trust.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Manila mayor orders release of P42.6M in delayed benefits to 92 retired city workers
Manila City Mayor Francisco \"Isko Moreno\" Domagoso has ordered the release of ₱42.6 million in long-delayed benefits to 92 retired city employees, fulfilling a commitment to settle outstanding obligations despite the city's tight fiscal position.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Duterte health further declines
Lawyers of former President Rodrigo Duterte told the International Criminal Court (ICC) that his physical and cognitive condition has significantly worsened, arguing that continued detention should be reconsidered.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
MUFG clinches PH’s first sustainable trade financing
MUFG Bank Ltd.’s Manila branch has completed its first sustainable trade asset finance transactions in the Philippines, sealing deals with energy giants San Miguel Global Power (SMGP) and SN Aboitiz Power Magat Inc.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Soaring to new heights
Eala breaches Top 50 mark in latest WTA rankings
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
DTI: 2025 business activity retreats
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recorded fewer business registrations and renewals last year, with total registrations down by nearly four percent amid the country’s slower economic performance.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
EDSA Busway moves 66M passengers in 2025
The EDSA Busway saw ridership climb nearly six percent last year as modernization efforts transformed the dedicated lane into a preferred transit corridor for Metro Manila's commuters, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The joy of working beyond retirement
Finding baby boomers still active in the workplace is becoming rare.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Nalaunan turns heads in Taipei
Unheralded Ronel Nalaunan turned heads after finishing runner-up in the 4th Universal Chinese Taipei 9-Ball Open over the weekend.
1 min |
January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
A new teaching with authority
The Jews attending the Sabbath service in the synagogue in Capernaum are enthralled when Jesus explains to them the Scriptures.
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January 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ambassador MaryKay Carlson bids a heartfelt farewell to the Philippines
The outgoing US envoy reflects on strengthened ties, humanitarian work, and enduring friendship with the Filipino people
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