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Manila Bulletin
Corruption dims PH growth outlook
The infrastructure corruption scandal is expected to weigh on the Philippines’ economic outlook, with growth once again seen falling below the government’s targets this year and in the next two years, after London-based think tank Capital Economics lowered its forecasts in the wake of the controversy.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
US officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks
The U.S. has agreed to provide unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace deal to end Russia>s nearly four-year war, and more talks are likely this weekend, U.S. officials said Monday following the latest discussions with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Teacher nabbed after forcing student to eat cockroach in Manila
A 12-yearold student was allegedly assaulted and forced to eat a cockroach by a teacher, who she caught molesting another female student inside their school in Tondo, Manila, the Manila Police District (MPD) said.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Maharlika tender offer spurs ATI delisting
Sovereign wealth fund (SWF) Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) is planning to acquire up to 11.2 percent of Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI), the port operator controlled by Eusebio Tanco, for about P8 billion—a move intended to lead to the company’s delisting from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE).
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
AFP, US stage patrol in West PH Sea as tension with China heats up anew
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the United States Indo-Pacific Command (US Indopacom) carried out their 10th bilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to deepen operational coordination amid flaring tension in disputed waters with China.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
How Ina Raymundo redefines glamour, grace, and grit
Last Dec. 9, the internet erupted with admiration the moment Ina Raymundo dropped her birthday pictorial announcing she just turned 50 - captioned, \"Cheers to #50.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Manila councilor files sexual harassment raps vs colleague
Manila 4th District Councilor Eunice Castro filed formal charges against fellow 4th District Councilor Ryan Ponce at the Manila Prosecutor's Office on Tuesday, Dec. 16, following her revelations during the city council's sessions in October when she alleged that Ponce made sexual advances to her.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The book of the genealogy
A genealogy (Hebrew seper toledoth, \"book of generation\") is a line of descent traced continuously from an ancestor.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Kusog isn't about hiding hair loss.
It's about not letting illness decide how you see yourself.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
RFM SEES DOUBLE-DIGIT INCOME GROWTH, TARGETS P1.6B PROFIT IN 2025
RFM Corporation CEO Joey Concepcion III said the company is on track to post P22.2 billion in full-year sales for 2025, reflecting a modest 2% increase based on preliminary unaudited and forecast data.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Life begins at 76
They say life slows down as you get older, but I've found that, for me, it has only become richer, deeper, and somehow more vibrant at 76.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
3 weather systems to bring cloudy skies, scattered rains over parts of PH
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Tuesday, December 16, that at least three weather systems will continue to affect large parts of the country this week, bringing cloudy skies, scattered rains, and possible flooding or landslides in several areas.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Wrapped in strength
“Born from pain turned into purpose,” she says.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Golden pages, golden ties
FFCCCII commemorates 50 years of Philippines- China diplomatic relations with 'Ginto' book
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senate approves bill allowing blockchain for budget records
The Senate has approved on third and final reading the Citizens Access and Disclosure of Expenditures for National Accountability (CADENA) Act via a 17-0 vote, with no objection and no abstention.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
All eyes on UAAP prize
For sure, there will be no letup in terms of action, drama and even secondary storylines as reigning champion University of the Philippines and La Salle cap their own trilogy in chase for the biggest prize the UAAP crown.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
COA flags DTI’s Northern Mindanao infra projects in 2024
The Commission on Audit (COA) has raised concerns over the slow-paced and non-implementation in 2024 of several farm-to-market infrastructure (FMI) projects of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Northern Mindanao.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cambodia says Thai bombing is hitting deeper into its territory near shelters for displaced
Heavy combat between Thailand and Cambodia entered a second week on Monday, with Phnom Penh claiming that Thai bombing is hitting deeper into its territory, coming close to shelters for people who had already fled dangerous areas along the border.
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December 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Xmas spending drives cash remittance surge
Cash sent home by overseas Filipinos reached $3.17 billion in October, the highest in three months, driven by frontloaded Christmas spending, the stronger United States (US)-peso exchange rate, and increased deployments abroad.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Father and son gunmen kill at least 15 people in attack on Hanukkah event at Sydney's Bondi Beach
Two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi beach, killing 15 people, including a child, officials said Monday, in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called an act of antisemitic terrorism that struck at the heart of the nation.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Stricter traffic and security measures ordered in Marikina amid Christmas rush
the Office of Public Safety and Security (OPSS) to strictly enforce security and traffic measures in anticipation of the influx of people to malls and other places of convergence in the city this Christmas season.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DA targets stable agri-jobs to boost economy
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is pushing for long-term reforms to end the seasonality of job opportunities in the agriculture sector, a move seen as strengthening its contributions to the economy.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DND, AFP reject CPP holiday truce
The Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday dismissed as a “propaganda stunt” the Communist Party of the Philippines’ (CPP) declaration of a four-day holiday ceasefire as military operations continue unabated to keep communities safe during the Christmas and New Year period.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Water concessionaires to implement tariff hike
Water consumers must prepare to pay higher monthly water bills starting January next year, as both East and West zone concessionaires implement an approved round of tariff adjustments.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
CIDG seizes ₱5-M illicit cigarettes in Tarlac raid
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) seized around ₱5 million worth of cigarettes in a raid in Victoria town, Tarlac province for alleged questionable source and violation of required graphic health warnings.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Finland celebrates 108th Independence Day and 70 years of diplomatic relations
The Embassy of Finland in the Philippines hosted a diplomatic gathering on Dec. 4 at Fairmont Makati to commemorate the 108th anniversary of Finland's independence, bringing together government officials, diplomats, and partners to honor the enduring ties between Finland and the Philippines.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Why only choose one career if we can do more?
How to find your path when you love too many things
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
₱51.6-B 'pork barrel' in 2026 health budget?
The approval by the Bicameral Conference Committee (Bicam) of the Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) program in the proposed 2026 national budget has drawn sharp reactions from the clergy and some senators.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
IMF slashes PH growth forecast
Washington-based International Monetary Fund (IMF) has again lowered its economic growth forecast for the Philippines for both this year and next, as mounting tariffs are expected to hurt investments into the country and its exports.
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December 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Isko bares ₱648.8-M cash aid, other perks for Manila students, LGU, health personnel
Manila City Mayor Francisco \"Isko Moreno\" Domagoso on Monday, Dec. 15, announced the release of P648.84 million in cash assistance, benefits, and incentives for students, city employees, health workers, and contract personnel during the flag-raising ceremony at Manila City Hall.
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