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Mayor Isko says Manila to produce more doctors as PLM tops 2025 Physician Licensure exams
Manila Mayor Francisco \"Isko Moreno\" Domagoso on Friday, Oct. 17, commended the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) for being the top-performing school in the 2025 Physician Licensure Examination after 104 out of 105 of its examinees passed the test, earning for the university an outstanding 99.05 percent passing rate from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PCG, US launch 140-M program to boost maritime law enforcement
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and United States government launched on Friday, Oct. 17, a P140-million program which seeks to strengthen the operational readiness and capacity for maritime law enforcement of the Coast Guard Fleet.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Diesel, kerosene prices set for rollback next week
Motorists who have been facing weekly price hikes at the gas pumps, may finally experience a long-awaited relief.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOH expands probe to DPWH-built centers
The Department of Health (DOH), in coordination with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), is expanding its investigation into the implementation of Super Health Centers (SHCs), including projects implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Rescue Kitchen' turns food waste into hope for the hungry
Every time we bite into a juicy burger, do we ever stop to think how lucky we are that we are not one of the millions who go to bed hungry? It’s ironic, isn’t it? While so many struggle to find their next meal, the world continues to battle the problem of food waste.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Manila councilor accused of sexual harassment suspended for 60 days
Manila 4th District Councilor Ryan Ponce was suspended by the Manila City Council following its investigation on the sexual harassment allegations made by 4th District Councilor Eunice Castro against him last Oct. 9.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
US prosecutors charge Smartmatic in alleged $1M Philippine bribery case
Federal prosecutors have charged voting technology firm Smartmatic with money laundering and other crimes arising from more than $1 million in bribes that several executives allegedly paid to election officials in the Philippines.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Hopia like it
Mooncake, anyone? Under the lunar cal- endar, the August Moon L Festival happened last Oct. 6, a Monday. But as long as there’s a moon and mooncakes to share, you may still enjoy your mooncake, when- ever and wherever.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH tops ASEAN in nuclear readiness
While other countries still hesitate when it comes to nuclear energy, the Philippines is one of the two countries in the ASEAN region that is a frontrunner in nuclear integration.
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October 18, 2025
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Expect heavy rains in Luzon, Eastern Visayas as 'Ramil' makes landfall
Tropical Depression Ramil is expected to bring widespread rains and strong winds over parts of Luzon and Eastern Visayas as it traverses the country this weekend, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Friday, Oct. 17.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gov't flags spending, supply risks
While still up- beat about the 2025 growth target, National Socioeconomic Planner Arsenio M. Balisacan flagged a slowdown in government spending and tight- ening supply as risks that could hamper growth acceleration.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DepEd, DILG hold historic meeting to strengthen early childhood care
The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) convened the 46th Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Governing Board Meeting on Friday, Oct.17, marking the first organizational meeting under the newly signed ECCD System Act (RA 12199).
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
EU, Manila race to seal FTA by '27
The European Union (EU) is aiming to secure a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Philippines by the end of 2027, or before the expiration of a special incentive system that provides the country duty-free access for over 6,200 products to the 27-member bloc.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Pope denounces use of hunger as weapon of war, urges world leaders 'not to look the other way'
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday denounced the use of hunger as a weapon of war as he urged world leaders to act responsibly and focus on the multitudes across the globe who face hunger, wars and misery.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Pag-IBIG Fund Super Sale Draws Nearly 7,000 Winning Bids and Purchase Offers in Just Six Weeks
Nearly 7,000 winning bids and purchase offers have been recorded just six weeks since the launch of Pag-IBIG Fund's Acquired Assets Super Sale, marking a strong start for the program and reinforcing government efforts to make homeownership more accessible for Filipino workers.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PRO-13 to mobilize 1,000 cops for 'Undas'
The Police Regional Office-13 will deploy more than 1,000 policemen for this year's “Undas” in the Caraga region.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ivan, Pia share advice for aspiring journalists
Award-winning broadcast journalists Pia Arcangel and Ivan Mayrina recently reaffirmed their commitment to GMA Network by renewing their contracts.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The Pasig River revival: Milestone for sustainability and heritage
The Pasig River, once declared biologically dead, is experiencing a remarkable revival through the Pasig Bigyang Buhay Muli (PBBM) program. This ambitious initiative, launched in 2023, is now receiving global recognition-earning the 2025 United Nations Asian Townscape Award for its contribution to sustainable urban development.
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October 18, 2025
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PCG, US launch ₱140-M program to boost maritime law enforcement
United States. It will be funded by the US Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and implemented through the US Coast Guard (USCG).
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DPWH undersecretary flagged by Leviste resigns
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Arrey Perez has tendered his resignation amid allegations he was linked to contractors handling flood control projects, it was revealed on Friday, Oct. 17.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DepEd condemns shooting of teacher
The Department of Education (DepEd) strongly condemned the shooting of a teacher inside the Tanauan School of Craftsmanship and Home Industries (TSCHI) campus in Leyte on Thursday and called for a thorough investigation on the incident.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Now's your chance to fly at discounted prices
Singapore Airlines offers exclusive deals for the Time to Fly virtual travel fair
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH nominated in nine categories at World Travel Awards
The Philippines is officially nominated in nine categories at the 32nd World Travel Awards (WTA), with final results eagerly awaited, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Friday, Oct. 17.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
WB pushes PH for nano-entrep funding support
The World Bank (WB) and social enterprise institutions have called on the Philippine government to strengthen social protection, disaster preparedness, and digital and financial inclusion for women nano-entrepreneurs in Mindanao, citing their heightened vulnerability to external shocks such as natural disasters and economic crises.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tigers, Bulldogs shoot for solo lead
UST eyes 4th straight win; NU, Ateneo in exciting duel
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The Lord Jesus appointed 72
Luke most likely refers the “seventy-two” disciples to the elders whom Moses assembled to assist him in leading and guiding the Israelites in their journey towards the promised land (Nm 11:16-25); they are composed of six representatives from each of the 12 tribes of Israel.
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October 18, 2025
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CeMAP praises import duty hike
The Cement Manufacturers’ Association of the Philippines (CeMAP) welcomed the government’s move to impose a temporary safeguard duty of 349 per metric ton (MT) on two kinds of imported cement as a measure to strengthen the local industry.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Megawide gets 9.88% of CREC
Saavedra-led infrastructure and engineering firm Megawide Construction Corp. has completed its acquisition of 9.88 percent of affiliate Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC), effectively gaining a new revenue source from solar power.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ateneo scientists research potential vaccine to end stomach ulcers
Scientists from Ateneo de Manila University are researching a potential vaccine that could stop Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) — the bacterium responsible for most ulcer cases—before it causes damage, using cutting-edge immunoinformatics technology to design a new line of defense for millions at risk worldwide.
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October 18, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Every Christian is missionary
One Sunday morning after saying Mass at the Sacred Heart Church in Kamuning, Quezon City run by SVD confreres, a couple with their infant child approached me. \"Father, we're from this parish,\" they greeted.
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