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A crowning achievement
Forty-eight years ago, in August, the “ghost month,” I founded C&P Homes after taking out a seven-year loan from a rural bank. I built Camella Homes Phase 1 and 2 with an initial 160 units that sold out to Filipino families, most of whom were families of overseas workers who have saved enough money to build their loved ones the house they have dreamed of for years.
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August 20 2025
Manila Bulletin
FY 2026 NEP: Nurturing future-ready generations
Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. Last Aug. 13, 2025, on behalf of President Ferdinand \"Bongbong\" R. Marcos Jr. (PBBM) and as Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), I had the honor and privilege of officially submitting to Congress the P6.793 trillion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Expenditure Program (NEP) for their review, deliberation, and approval.
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August 20 2025
Manila Bulletin
Father of leptospirosis victim files raps vs. Caloocan cops for illegal detention
The father of a college student who died from leptospirosis after searching for him in floodwaters has filed complaints against three Caloocan policemen for his alleged illegal arrest and detention.
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August 20 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH recognized as premier diving destination at China Expo
The Philippines bagged the “Island Charm Award” and positioned itself as a premier global diving destination at the Diving Resort and Travel Show (DRT) Expo in Beijing, China, the Philippines Embassy in China said.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos reorganizes top economic policymaking body
Malacañang has issued an administrative order reorganizing the composition of the Economy and Development Council (formerly known as the NEDA Board) and its committees to strengthen government coordination in implementing socioeconomic policies and programs.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Isulong ang Wikang Filipino sa lahat ng larangan
Ipinagdiriwang ang Agosto bilang Buwan ng Wika, at ngayong Agosto 19, ginugunita ang kaarawan ni Pangulong Manuel Luis Quezon na kinikilalang tagapagtaguyod ng Filipino bilang Wikang Pambansa.
2 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
New trade accords to counter Trump tariffs
The Philippines is banking on new trade agreements to boost market access and reverse the decline in exports and foreign investments due to uncertainties driven by the tariff policy of the United States (US), according to Trade Secretary Cristina Roque.
3 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM bats for climate- smart farming
Malacañang said President Marcos is bent on pushing for climate-smart farming as part of his administration’s efforts to modernize agriculture and strengthen food security through renewable energy solutions.
1 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Transparency vowed in budget scrutiny
House to carry out review as administration ally
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Egypt marks National Day with renewed diplomatic spirit and cultural harmony
The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt celebrated its National Day with a vibrant and meaningful gathering that underscored the enduring friendship between Egypt and the Philippines, as well as the promise of deeper cooperation in the years ahead.
1 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gov't raises P507B from RTB offer
Driven by “very strong market demand,” the national government concluded its offer period for five-year retail treasury bonds (RTBs) last week, borrowing a total of P507.2 billion from both local and foreign lenders.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
4,276 solo parents receive cash aid from Pasig gov’t
The Pasig City government, through its City Social Welfare and Development Office, distributed cash aid to 4,276 eligible solo parents as part of its 2nd quarter cash subsidy.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Teachers push release of P7,000 medical allowance
Citing its importance to the welfare of public educators and government workers, a teachers' group on Monday, Aug. 18, reiterated its appeal to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and Malacañang for the immediate release of the promised P7,000 medical allowance.
2 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
South Korean, US militaries begin annual summertime drills to cope with N. Korean threats
South Korea and the United States began their annual large-scale joint military exercise on Monday to better cope with threats by nuclear-armed North Korea, which has warned the drills would deepen regional tensions and vowed to respond to “any provocation” against its territory.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
FPG, Mercantile merge to form new insurance giant
Two of the country’s biggest non-life insurers—FPG Insurance Co. Inc. and The Mercantile Insurance Co. Inc.—are merging to form a new entity with an estimated P10-billion gross written premium (GWP), a scale that would place it among the top four players in the Philippine non-life insurance market.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DICT to extend tower licenses
The Department of Information and Technology is issuing a new circular to extend the validity of licenses for independent tower companies from five years to at least 15 years, aligning with the lifespan of the facilities they build.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
San Juan City inks sisterhood ties with Surigao provinces, cities to boost health, social services
San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora led the signing of sisterhood agreements with Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Surigao City, and Tandag City to strengthen cooperation in public health and social services.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mayor Maan bats for digitalization of Marikina City gov't services
Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro on Monday, Aug. 18, renewed her call for continuous digitalization of all city government services as part of heradministration’s efforts to curb corruption and streamline social services for residents.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gilas Women improve rankings
The Gilas Pilipinas women's team made a significant leap in the FIBA world rankings, climbing five spots to No. 39 following a strong showing in Division A of the FIBA Women's Asia Cup last month.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Avoid Tangos river due to gate repair, Tiangco asks Navotas folk
Navotas City lone district Rep. Toby Tiangco has asked his constituents to temporarily avoid traversing the Tangos river channel on their boats upon the request of the contractor in charge of repairing the damaged Tangos-Tanza Navigation Gate.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gun ban for BARMM elections in effect
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has started deploying thousands of policemen in various areas in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) in preparation for the Bangsamoro parliament elections on Oct. 13.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PSE’s income rises
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) reported a 27.6-percent growth in consolidated net income to P508.03 million in the first six months of 2025 from P398.02 million in the same period last year due to the increase in its stake in Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. (PDSHC or PDS Group).
1 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Nadia Montenegro resigns amid marijuana use allegations
The office of Sen. Robin Padilla on Monday, Aug. 18, announced the resignation of actress Nadia Montenegro as one of its political officers, following allegations that she used marijuana within Senate premises.
2 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The Pathologist: Essential but underappreciated
Allow me to discuss the pathologist’s role in health care.
3 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
COA orders audit of Bulacan flood control projects
The Commission on Audit (COA) has ordered an investigation into the flood control projects in Bulacan on allegations of fraud and other irregularities.
1 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
From bedroom sketches to the runway
How I built, funded, and lived my fashion school dream
3 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
LPA develops into TD ‘Huaning’
The low-pressure area inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility has developed into a tropical depression and was given the local name \"Huaning,\" the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration said on Monday, Aug. 18.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Vice Ganda bonds with entertainment editors
Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda enjoyed a delightful evening with entertainment editors
2 min |
August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOF: New taxes to offset gaming revenue losses
With the online gambling sector turning into a declining industry, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto assured that alternative revenue sources will be “very much welcome” to offset potential losses from stricter regulations or a possible gaming ban.
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August 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH insurance spending hits new highs in H1
The Philippine insurance industry posted a double-digit growth in terms of premium collections in the first six months of 2025, according to the Insurance Commission (IC).
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