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Loan growth fuels PNB’s profit jump
Philippine National Bank posted a consolidated net income of P6.1 billion in the first three months of 2025, up by 15 percent against the same period last year due to the increase in its loan portfolio and treasury assets.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Pope Francis' life: A lesson in humility
What can Filipino leaders learn from the life of Pope Francis?
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Petron bonds secure top 'PRS Aaa' rating
Petron Corporation has filed its registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in line with its plan to raise P32 billion from the issuance of bonds.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH holds maritime operation at Sandy Cay to dispel Chinese claim
The national government completed an inter-agency maritime operation at Pag-asa Cay 1, Cay 2, Cay 3, and its surrounding waters on Sunday, April 27, to debunk the People's Republic of China's (PRC) declaration of sovereign jurisdiction over Sandy Cay in the South China Sea.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Suzuki edges ahead
The race for supremacy in the 11-14 division of the ICTSI Splendido Taal Junior PGT Championship turned into a thrilling showdown, as early Luzon series winners clashed in a high-stakes battle for top honors in blustery conditions here on Monday, April 28.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Brawner to public: Vote wisely on May 12
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Sunday enjoined Filipinos to become modern-day heroes by voting wisely on May 12.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bulacan jail warden, 3 guards fired
Governor Daniel Fernando suspended the provincial jail warden and jail guards for allowing persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) to go in and out of the Bulacan Provincial Jail in the City of Malolos, Bulacan and appointed the concurrent head of the Bulacan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) Ret. Col. Manuel Lukban Jr. as the officer in charge of the Provincial Civil Security and Jail Management Office (PCSJMO).
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Fires raze storage facility in QC, warehouse in Caloocan, houses in Muntinlupa
An abandoned storage facility in Quezon City, a warehouse in Caloocan City, and six houses in Muntinlupa City were razed by fires on Monday morning, April 28.
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April 29, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos meets Trump, Biden at the Vatican
President Marcos got to have short exchanges with United States President Donald Trump and former US president Joseph Biden as they attended Pope Francis' wake at the Vatican on Saturday, April 26.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
OECD: Align GOCC pay with private sector
Bringing the compensation levels of employees and executives at government-owned and/or -controlled corporations (GOCCs) at par with their private-sector counterparts would help strengthen good governance and financial prudence at state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in the Philippines, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PSAC urges faster gov't digitalization
The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) urges the Marcos administration to fast-track initiatives integral to the country’s digital transformation, including creating a “Government-as-a-Service” model.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Ship-killer' NMESIS sees action in Balikatan
The highly anticipated participation of the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) of the United States Marine Corps (USMC) finally happened in the ongoing Balikatan Exercises as three Chinese vessels were detected in the vicinity waters of Zambales on Saturday, April 26.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
BSP greenlights bigger foreign loans
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) approved $6.29 billion (over P350 billion) in proposed foreign borrowings by the Marcos administration in the first quarter of 2025, more than double last year's figure, as the government frontloaded its debt in a cautious move to navigate volatile global markets and challenges stemming from US protectionist policies.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
World-renowned cellist performs Freddie Aguilar's 'Anak'
Stjepan Hauser aims to play one song from every country in the world
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
NDRRMC under 'blue alert' for midterm elections
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) will be placed under “blue alert” status in preparation for the upcoming May 12 midterm elections.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Filipinos feared dead, scores injured in Vancouver
Police arrest SUV driver who plowed into street festival crowd
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
MVP-RSA tollway project advances
The joint expressway project of Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) and San Miguel Corp. (SMC) in Southern Tagalog is set to begin construction soon, even as merger talks between the tollway giants remain on the backburner.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Security threats cloud digital bill
An organization of independent telecommunications companies echoed an earlier warning of telco giants about the supposed national security risks posed by the Konektadong Pinoy bill, signaling the industry’s rising concern over the measure.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
A letter written onboard the Titanic before it sank sells for almost $400,000 at auction
A lettercard penned by one of the Titanic's most well-known survivors from onboard the ship, days before it sank, has sold for 300,000 pounds ($399,000) at auction.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
TCL at 25: What the anniversary celebration and its new launches mean for Filipino homes
Huge TV screens, cozy sala setups, air conditioners humming softly, refrigerators towering overhead, and sleek, modern washing machines, it felt like walking straight into a stylish yet functional home. This was the warm, comforting energy that greeted guests at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila last April 11, as TCL marked its 25th anniversary in the Philippines.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos shouldered late Nora Aunor's hospital bills - Palace
Malacañang has confirmed that President Marcos covered the hospital expenses of the late National Artist Nora Aunor.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Stolen Amorsolo Mango Harvesters painting returned to museum
The Negros Occidental provincial government hailed the return of the Mango Harvesters painting of National Artist Fernando Amorsolo to the Hofileña Museum in Silay City, Negros Occidental.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Filipina mompreneurs embrace digital skills to forge a new path in business
\"Don't be intimidated by what you don't know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else.\"
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gov't awards P7.7B project to JFE, First Balfour JV
A joint venture between the Lopez Group’s construction arm, First Balfour Inc., and Japan-based JFE Engineering Corp. will oversee a P7.7-billion project to strengthen the resiliency of two of Metro Manila’s busiest bridges against earthquakes.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
No stopping Victoria's Ean Cajucom
It seems like Ean Cajucom's decision to pursue cycling instead of becoming an astronaut is finally paying off.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOE: PSALM extension vital for PH energy goals
The Department of Energy (DOE) lauded the 10-year extension granted to the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM), a move that will enable the state-run enterprise to fulfill its remaining obligations.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Self-rated poverty rises for 4th consecutive month
Fifty-five percent of Filipino families rated themselves “mahirap” (poor) in April, up by three points from 52 percent in March, based on the Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from April 11 to 15.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Thunder sweep series
SGA, Williams power OKC to second round
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Billones cites Pope Francis as epitome of mercy
Jaro Archbishop Midyphil “Dodong” Billones said Pope Francis was the epitome of mercy.
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April 28, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Department of Finance: 128 years of steering the Philippine economy through triumph and turmoil
As the Department of Finance (DOF) marks its 128th anniversary this April, it stands as one of the Philippines' oldest and most consequential government institutions — a silent architect behind the nation's economic resilience, transformation, and aspiration for inclusive growth. This milestone is more than a commemoration of longevity; it is a testament to the enduing relevance of sound fiscal stewardship in nation-building, and a moment to reflect on the DOF's journey, achievements, and the challenges that lie ahead.
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