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Manila Bulletin
DFA confirms presence of US warships in BdM
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed the presence of warships from the United States Navy near the Scarborough Shoal days after vessels from China Coast Guard (CCG) and the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) collided.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
New chapter in governance begins in San Juan City
San Juan had the rare honor of making history last July 18 as the Bagong PilipinaseGovPH-Serbisyo Hub, a one-stop shop for national government agencies and offices which will enable our constituents to have direct and convenient access to essential social services, was established in our Makabagong San Juan National Government Center.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cha Eun-woo photo in military uniform goes viral
K-pop idol and actor Cha Eun-woo is currently fulfilling his military service, and his recent photo during training was revealed.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
For some Talaandig farmers, coffee is a source of pride
For many small farmers, growing coffee has become a good way to earn from farming.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DigiPlus reports record H1 profit
Philippine online gaming market leader DigiPlus Interactive Corp. reported a 61 percent surge in net income to a record P8.4 billion for the first six months of the year after it continued to grow its player base and add more games to its platform.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ayala Malls puts ₱12.7B bet on Cebu’s economic boom
Ayala Malls, the retail arm of real estate giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI), is investing P12.7 billion for the planned redevelopment and construction of its three Cebu-based malls that will boost their economic vitality and retail prominence.
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Woven wanderlust
Arleen Sipat-Sutton's Azucar returns to its roots in style with threads sourced across continents and silhouettes shaped by Filipino craftsmanship
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August 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Record infra budget set for 2026
The Marcos Jr. administration will ramp up infrastructure spending in 2026, with a record P1.556 trillion set aside for its centerpiece \"Build Better More\" (BBM) program under the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Solaire slump drags Bloomberry
Razon-led Bloomberry Resorts Corp. reported a 52-percent fall in net income to P1.9 billion in the first half of 2025 from P4 billion in the same period last year due to weaker earnings from Solaire Entertainment City (SEC) as well as the operating expenses (opex) from its new online gaming platform.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Metro Manila cities crack down on illegal parking
Metro Manila cities are intensifying efforts to eliminate illegal parking and have started cracking down on unauthorized individuals collecting parking fees as part of broader initiatives to improve traffic flow and promote road discipline.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
2026 nat'l budget geared toward 'biggest treasure'
Social services sector gets largest share with P2.314 T
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH debt climbing further to over P19T
Hitting a fresh high, the na- tional government’s debt is expected to exceed P19 trillion by the end of 2026, nearly 10-percent higher than the projected end-2025 level of P17.36 trillion.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
DPWH: Law does not bar politicians' firms from joining public works bidding
Contractors linked to politicians or their relatives may still secure flood-control projects if they meet all legal, technical, and financial requirements, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
League of Cities backs ban on online gambling for local gov't workers
The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) expressed its support for the Department of the Interior and Local Government's (DILG) decision to implement a ban on online gambling for its personnel and all local government employees in the country.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Massive privatization to lift gov't revenues
To help fund the P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, government revenues are projected to reach nearly P5 trillion next year, boosted in part by a P101-billion target from privatization proceeds—massively higher than this year's P5-billion goal.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Another impeachment complaint could be in the offing in 2026, says VP Sara's lawyer
The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte is getting ready to face another impeachment complaint against her by February next year.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Another medal for Team PH
Centeno assured of billiards silver in World Games
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Abarrientos to reunite with Cone at Ginebra
The coaching shuffle between Barangay Ginebra and Magnolia — two teams under the San Miguel Corporation bloc — continues this offseason.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
How often must I forgive?
It was common practice among the Jews to forgive three times.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
The Seine in Paris is open for swimming
Swimming in the Seine is an increasingly popular tourist attraction in the French capital — and a must-do for Parisians themselves. Thousands of people have enjoyed a dip in the river since three public bathing sites opened last month, the first in over a century.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
From wholesome waiter to actor
WTFU! (WHAT THE FU!)
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Dinner diplomacy and barbecue politics
For three decades, a Malate flat hosted storied gatherings that brought together headline-makers, foreign correspondents, and unforgettable meals, right up to the eve of a revolution
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ayala narrows profit dip in H1
Zobel-led Ayala Corp. reported a core net income, which ex-
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
5 new Black Hawk choppers join PAF fleet
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) received five brand-new S-70i Black Hawk helicopters which are expected to further enhance the country’s air mobility, disaster response, and security operations.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Weather to taste
From garden blooms to campfire cocoa, Bar Flora's new menu captures the flavors of all four seasons
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Number of hospitals with leptospirosis fast lanes increased to 49 - DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) announced on Wednesday, August 13, that it has expanded its leptospirosis fast lanes to 49 hospitals nationwide.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ghost Month starts soon: Here's what not to do
In a cultural tapestry rich with tradition, many Asian communities will observe the Ghost Month, commencing on Aug. 23 and stretching until Sept. 21, 2025.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Esteban banners free fencing camp
A free two-day fencing camp backed by Rebisco Extreme and led by Filipino-Ivorian Olympian Maxine Esteban drew more than 50 youngsters in Manila on Aug. 9-10, underscoring a push to make the sport accessible beyond elite circles.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
DPWH: Law does not bar politicians’ firms from joining public works bidding
Congress is considering a proposal to bar relatives of elected officials within a certain degree of consanguinity from engaging in government infrastructure contracts.
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August 14 2025
Manila Bulletin
Five minutes that can save lives and build trust
Trust is an important factor in public safety. When people trust the authorities to always be there to keep them safe during times of natural disaster or from criminal elements, a strong partnership between government and citizens is forged.
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