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Manila Bulletin
EAP IPPC: Forging a bright future through procurement
Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. I've always believed that public procurement plays a pivotal role in shaping the socioeconomic landscape of nations. As governments balance innovation, fiscal discipline, and accountability, there is an increasing need for procurement systems to drive tangible benefits for society.
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Big foes await Eala
A possible clash with Fil-Canadian Leylah Fernandez and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka awaits Alex Eala when she starts her campaign at the 2025 Italian Open on Wednesday, May 7.
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Physical therapy isn't just for the injured
How physical therapy can help with rehabilitation and habilitation
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH Coast Guard dispatches ship, aircraft to challenge Chinese vessel off Ilocos Norte's coast
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has mobilized BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) and an aircraft to monitor, challenge, and escort a Chinese research vessel suspected of conducting illegal marine scientific research off the coast of Ilocos Norte.
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mindanao aces rise
ACTAN Island - What began as closely contested matchups turned into decisive victories as Brittany Tamayo and Ralph Batican stamped their class in the ICTSI Mactan Island Junior PGT Championship here on Tuesday, May 6.
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Go leads April 26-May 1 Arkipelago senatorial survey◄
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go remains the top choice among voters in the latest nationwide senatorial survey conducted by Arkipelago Analytics from April 26 to May 1.
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May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Upscale properties boost ALI sales
Premium residential as well as commercial and industrial lot sales continue to fuel the growth of real estate giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI), as the middle-income condominium market in Metro Manila continues to be weighed down by weak sentiment, low demand, and excess supply.
2 min |
May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
QC's Kabahagi Center: 1st CHED-accredited facility for PT, OT training
The Quezon City government announced on Tuesday, May 6, that the Kabahagi Center for Children with Disabilities (CWDs) is now officially accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as a training facility for Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT) students.
1 min |
May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Camille Villar
I am reprinting this article which I wrote after Camille began her journey to become the new voice of her generation in the Senate. As our people exercise their democratic right to choose their leaders, I am confident that our kababayans, as they have done in the past, will focus on what is important for the country and ignore the political noises that are simply intended to divide rather than unite us. That is Camille's message—prosperity for all, unity for the nation.
3 min |
May 7, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Press freedom gains show Marcos not gearing toward dictatorship – Palace
Malacañang said the Philippines' improved global press freedom ranking proves that the administration does not seek to suppress free expression or move toward authoritarianism.
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May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Comelec chief: Foreign-backed candidates face disqualification
Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Erwin Garcia said on Monday, May 5, that receiving any form of assistance from foreign entities is a ground for the disqualification of election candidates.
3 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lower inflation fuels PH growth outlook
Singapore-based DBS Bank Ltd. expects a \"resilient\" first-quarter economic growth for the Philippines amid easing domestic inflation, despite global uncertainties wrought by the United States' (US) tariff spree.
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOTr to fix broken road safety system
People do not feel safe on our streets – Dizon
3 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
WB concerned over 'The Big One' plan
The World Bank has once again flagged delays in a project it is funding to better equip Metro Manila against earthquakes, which may prove more costly when the Philippines' capital region is shaken by the anticipated \"Big One.\"
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
EU observers start full deployment for May 12 polls this week
About 200 members of the European Union (EU) Election Observation Mission (EOM) are expected to be deployed in different parts of the country on election day this week to observe the voting, counting and tabulation of votes for the May 12 polls.
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May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH food safety framework: Clearing the bottlenecks
The recent report of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) pointing to regulatory overlaps in the Philippines as trade barriers should give our policymakers and stakeholders serious pause.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
BNPP revival plan blocked by US
A legal entanglement concerning intellectual property (IP) related to a reactor design, which South Korea encountered with the American firm Westinghouse Electric Company, continues to impede the targeted feasibility study intended to evaluate the potential for reactivating the mothballed 620-megawatt Bataan nuclear power facility.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Go widens lead in Pulse Asia senatorial survey
Senator Bong Go remains the frontrunner in the Senate race with 62.2 percent of voter support (61.9 percent in March), based on the Pulse Asia non-commissioned survey conducted from April 20 to 25.
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Embassy of Malaysia leads the flag-off ceremony at the Asean Unity Drive 2025
The Embassy of Malaysia led the flag-off ceremony at the ASEAN Unity Drive 2025 (AUD2025) in the Philippines on April 30.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Best Pinoy footwear forward
The 10th Filipino Footwear Design Competition puts the spotlight on the stories of the Philippines and its future creatives
3 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
US approves $3.8-M loan for Luzon Economic Corridor amid trade talks
The United States has approved a $3.8-million loan for the Luzon Economic Corridor, which seeks to accelerate coordinated investments in high-impact infrastructure projects, while trade talks are ongoing between the Philippines and the US.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PATAFA stars brace for Asian Championships
After four grueling days of tough and thrilling competitions under the unpredictable weather conditions — from the sweltering morning heat to at times, rainy evenings yet muggy atmosphere — focus is now shifting to the much-bigger goal for the national athletes and the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA).
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
M2M evokes sense of nostalgia during 'The Better Endings' tour
The millennial Titos and Titas of Manila had an incredible time cheering loudly at the Araneta Coliseum on May 1 and 2 during the two-day concert of the Norwegian duo M2M, presented by Wilbros Live.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Vista Land inks $150M loan deal
Villar-led Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., one of the Philippines’ leading integrated property developers and the country’s largest homebuilder, has raised $150 million from a syndicated term loan facility arranged by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Constitutionality of NAIA concession agreement assailed anew before SC
The Supreme Court (SC) was asked anew to declare illegal and unconstitutional the February 2024 award to the New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC) of the concession agreement to rehabilitate and operate the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SM Prime upbeat on China amid economic slowdown
Amid concerns of a cooling Chinese economy, SM Prime Holdings Inc., one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, remains upbeat about its businesses in China, where it has also ventured into the office leasing business in addition to malls.
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Shanne Dandan: Waiting for her rocket to come
Shanne Dandan is one of the best singers of her generation. It’s just that not everybody knows it, at least not yet anyway.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH Navy ship sinks even before it could be used as target in Balikatan missile exercise
The decommissioned BRP Miguel Malvar (PS-19), which was supposed to be sunk as part of a Balikatan missile exercise, submerged while being positioned off the coast of San Antonio, Zambales on Monday morning, May 5.
1 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Naturals by Watsons unveils next-generation innovations
When it comes to effective, sustainable, and affordable hair care, Naturals by Watsons continues to stand out as a top-of-mind brand.
2 min |
May 6, 2025
Manila Bulletin
German ambassador hosts a relaxed evening
Federal Republic of Germany Ambassador Dr. Andreas Pfaffernoschke and his spouse Mme. Marina Pfaffernoschke are two of the most loved couple in the Philippine diplomatic circle.
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