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Why every language holds a key to our world
This past month, I had the distinct honor of addressing the 12th National Congress of the Association of Special Libraries in the Philippines.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
South Korea's president faces high-stakes diplomacy at APEC summit
South Korea’s new president will host leaders from 20 countries for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, where the American and Chinese leaders are set to hold a high-stakes meeting on the sidelines.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
One-way traffic scheme to be implemented in Marikina for Undas
The local government of Marikina will implement a one-way traffic scheme from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3 in preparation for the influx of people visiting public and private cemeteries in the city for the observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Amihan' season is here - PAGASA
Expect cloudy skies, scattered rains during ‘Undas’ break
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Geothermal boost eyed with tech, government aid
Despite its abundant geothermal resources, the Philippines continues to hold the third spot globally in geothermal capacity.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
People's Daily Survey Reveals Strong Consensus across Asia-Pacific: Building Regional Community Reflects Public Aspiration
A report titled “An Asia-Pacific of Vitality: Public Opinion Across 16 Countries” was released on Oct. 13 by People's Daily at the 2025 China-South Korea Media Cooperation Forum in Seoul.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
CinePanalo reveals Top 7 full-length films
There was a hush at Cinema 12 of Gateway Cineplex 18 as the screen showed a woman reaching for cocktail cans during the big reveal of the seven official entries in the full-length category of Puregold CinePanalo 2026.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Assistive tool for blind bags top award at DOST's startup pitching competition
An assistive tool for the blind, which seeks to bridge the gap in inclusive education by combining empathy and technology, has won a startup pitching competition of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Davao City.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Police raid illegal firecracker factory in Bocaue
Bulacan police raided an illegal firecracker factory in Sitio Bihunan, Barangay Biñang 1st on Monday, Oct. 27, and arrested a man caught making fireworks without a permit.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Cosmic snapshot' mirrors China's strength in innovation
On Oct. 1, the China National Space Administration unveiled a remarkable image of the Tianwen-2 probe alongside Earth, captured during its deep-space journey.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Baguio City archers hit mark
Archers Jianna Rae Delos Reyes and Jephtha Caleb Fernandez hit their mark to lead the gold rush for Baguio City just as cyclist Neo Khenji Moyong delivered the first gold for the earthquake-stricken Mati City in the 2025 Batang Pinoy on Tuesday, Oct. 28.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
16 senators make SALNs public; disclosures at House also start
A total of 16 senators have so far revealed their latest Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) that will be open to public scrutiny, leaving only eight others in the Upper Chamber who have yet to disclose their financial standing.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
RCBC net profit surges to P8.2B on loan growth
Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) reported a 32-percent surge in unaudited consolidated net income to P8.2 billion in the first nine months of 2025, fueled by rising interest and fee-based earnings.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senate to remove ₱42 B for ‘ayuda’ from unprogrammed items in 2026 budget
The Senate will be firm in its position to remove about P42-billion in appropriations for “ayuda” or social assistance programs from the unprogrammed appropriations in the proposed 2026 budget bill, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said on Tuesday, October 28.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
GSIS beats earnings target
The state-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) reported a net income of P112 billion in the first nine months of the year, exceeding its target by P35.4 billion, due to strong financial health and operational efficiency.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ahtisa Manalo ready to conquer the universe
Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Ahtisa Manalo is ready to represent the country at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok this coming November.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Holiday travel boom reflects resilience and vitality of Chinese economy
China’s recent National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday underscored the strength of its consumer economy, with a surge in tourism and spending, signaling robust domestic demand and high-quality economic development.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Trump praises Japan's new prime minister, saying US is an 'ally at the strongest level'
President Donald Trump began one of his busiest days of his Asia trip on Tuesday by warmly greeting the new Japanese prime minister, with plans to later speak to U.S. troops aboard an aircraft carrier and mingle with business leaders.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tarlac City mayor vows to appeal disqualification
Tarlac City Mayor Susan Yap said Tuesday that she will appeal the Commission on Elections (Comelec) ruling disqualifying her from her post.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SC appoints 3 deputy court administrators
Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo administered the oath of office to the three deputies of the Office of the Court Administrator (OCA) which administratively supervises all lower courts in the country for the Supreme Court (SC).
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Satisfactory rollout of WB-funded projects
The implementation of two loans obtained by the Philippines from the World Bank is progressing satisfactorily, according to the Washington-based multilateral lender.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gov't forces, armed groups clash in Basilan
Four persons were wounded and some 7,000 individuals have fled their homes due to ongoing skirmishes between government forces and lawless elements and Moro Islamic Liberation Front supporters in Tipo Tipo town, Basilan province on Tuesday, Oct. 28.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DPWH funds to be used for actual needs, not as political leverage - Dizon
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday, Oct. 28, vowed to scrap the complex formula for allocable and non-allocable funds while asserting that these budget allocations must reflect real community infrastructure needs, and not political influence.
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October 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos calls for robust ASEAN cooperation
President Marcos has encouraged fellow leaders of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to engage in broader dialogue and deeper maritime and economic partnership
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Fitch maintains PH growth at 5.6%
Global debt watcher Fitch Ratings maintained its 5.6 percent growth forecast for the Philippines this year, citing support from large government infrastructure investments, robust services exports, and private consumption.
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Embassy of Israel in Manila celebrates Jewish festival Sukkat
Despite a soft drizzle outside, the Embassy of Israel in Manila was filled with warmth and joy as it hosted Sukkat Shalom, a simple and heartfelt gathering that welcomed members of the media to celebrate and experience the spirit of Sukkot.
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Zambo lifters unstoppable
Cousins shine in boys division; Garra claims 3rd gold
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SC approves rules on extradition proceedings
The Supreme Court (SC) has approved the Rules on Extradition to expedite the proceedings, including applications for warrants of arrest, hold departure orders, and bail.
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Meralco registers steady expansion
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor, reported a 14 percent surge in consolidated core net income for the first nine months of the year, driven by robust performance in its power generation businesses that more than offset a slight decline in electricity distribution volumes.
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October 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Procurement reform: Linchpin of good governance
Cost-effective procurement is the antidote to misgovernance and corruption.
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