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Maguindanao del Sur sustains P121 M in damage to agriculture from flooding
The province of Maguindanao del Sur has sustained P121 million in damage to agriculture from the massive flooding that has destroyed over 6,000 hectares of agricultural land, the Bangsamoro Rapid Emergency Action on Disaster Incidence of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Bangsamoro READi) said.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
North Korea detains 4 officials over failed destroyer launch
North Korea authorities have detained four officials over the recent failed launch of a naval destroyer, an incident that leader Kim Jong Un said was caused by criminal negligence, state media said.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lower power costs seen in four years
The Department of Energy (DOE) has apprised relevant industry stakeholders that if the line-up of green energy auctions (GEAs) will yield successful outcomes on capacity additions for the country, the generation rates across grids will go down by average P0.90 to P1.32 per kilowatt hour (kWh) to reach average P3 per kilowatt hour (kWh) level by 2029, which is strategically timed immediately after the tenure of the Marcos administration.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Young titans clash in PPS Gov Cup
Nearly 200 of the country’s most promising junior tennis players are set to battle for supremacy and ranking points as the Governor's Cup National Tennis Championships kicks off Tuesday, May 27, at the DAO Sports Complex in Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DA wants to retain rice tariff at 15%
As such, the DA chief said he would likely push to increase the tariff rate during the harvest seasons of exporting countries.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Debt demand high, gov't borrows more
The national government has raised more than its offered amount of P25 billion through short-term debt papers, as demand from local creditors soared despite lower interest rates driven by expectations of further rate cuts in the coming months.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SEC clamps down on abusive lending practices, illegal ops
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued twin orders to shut down Online Lending Platforms (OLPs) Magic Peso as well as Peso Wallet and Credit Cash of Hupan Lending Technology Inc. and Hi-Fin Lending Inc., respectively.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOJ asks court to cancel Harry Roque's passport
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked the Angeles City regional trial court (RTC) to cancel the passport of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque against whom an arrest order has been issued on charges of non-bailable qualified human trafficking.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Digital payments accelerate in April
PESONET and Instapay increased by 31.2 percent to P1.85 trillion in April
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tan: San Juanico load limit affecting Samar economy
Gov. Sharee Ann Tan admitted that the recent load limit of the San Juanico Bridge connecting Samar and Leyte provinces affects the local economy of Samar.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
98 Degrees on what makes their Pinoy fans special
Known for the songs \"I Do (Cherish You),\" 'Because of You,\" \"Invisible Man,\" \"Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche),\" \"The Hardest Thing,\" among many others, 98 Degrees is once again back on Philippine soil.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Strauss' 'Blue Danube' waltz is launching into space to mark his 200th birthday
Strauss' “Blue Danube” is heading into space this month to mark the 200th anniversary of the waltz king's birth.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Kwentong Hingalo and other Pinoy pop tidbits
More on this week's Pinoy Pop Playlist (on Spotify) where the following local acts are sitting pretty waiting for you to lend them your ears. Spoiler alert: they’re all worthy of your time.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gas price climbs
Gasoline-based motorists will need to tighten their belts once more as its price is set to increase this week.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Teenage style queen
Next-gen 'it' girl Kendra Kramer gets candid about fashion, beauty, and what's next
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cabinet revamp must lead to better governance
In the wake of the 2025 midterm elections, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s call for courtesy resignations from all Cabinet members should help bring about a more responsive and effective executive branch.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
From pen to purpose
How writing hones my skills to become an effective student leader
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Why the need for Palarong Pambansa and sports activities
Watching on TV the opening ceremony of the 65th edition of the Palarong Pambansa in Ilocos Norte last Saturday reminded me of a question: Is sports a necessity or a luxury?
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Private schools back Angara
Private schools nationwide have rallied behind Sonny Angara, expressing strong support for his continued tenure as secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd).
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Israeli strikes kill 46 in Gaza
Israeli strikes killed at least 46 people in the Gaza Strip on Monday, including 31 in a school-turned-shelter that was struck as people slept, igniting their belongings, according to local health officials.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Can Pope Leo remain a US citizen now that he's a foreign head of state?
Pope Leo XIV's election as the first US-born leader of the Catholic Church elevated him to the extremely rare, and legally thorny, position of being an American citizen who now is also a foreign head of state.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM already selected next PNP chief - Remulla
President Marcos has already picked the next chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla revealed on Monday, May 26, even describing him as \"excellent, very qualified, very dynamic, and with a good track record.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Polish embassy celebrates Constitution Day
Poland's Constitution Day was celebrated in Manila on May 6, marking the 234th anniversary of the adoption of the May 3rd Constitution of 1791. Organized by the Polish Embassy, the event was attended by various dignitaries, including officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs, the Apostolic Nuncio, and representatives from other embassies, at the Fairmont Hotel.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
It is better for you that I go
Departures, especially the definitive ones, are difficult to accept.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Boracay still safe for tourists – police
The Philippine National Police maintained on Monday that world-famous Boracay Island remains safe amid the attack on the son and nephew of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada by three young men over the weekend.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Busy sked for PH spikers
Alas Pilipinas teams are looking at a busy schedule with overseas stints for their men's, women's and U16 squads in the coming months.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Roosters rule the roost in Miami
Flamingos, pelicans, herons, and parrots are just a few of the wild birds that call Miami home, but it's the roosters, hens, and baby chicks that have come to rule the roost in recent years.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Big strides in Laoag Palaro
Daughter of fish vendors wins first gold; Hidilyn's nephew shines
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bigger GVIL opens Wednesday
The Shakey’s Super League Girls Invitational League is opening its doors to more schools for its third season in an effort to continue providing the avenue and exposure for the future of women’s volleyball.
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May 27, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Longer SMC deal likely over free toll
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is looking to cushion the blow for Ramon Ang-led San Miguel Corp. (SMC), which is set to face revenue loss due to the upcoming toll holiday in select segments of Skyway Stage 3 during the rehabilitation of EDSA.
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