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Current account gap raises risks
The country's wider current account deficit is raising concerns that the Philippine peso could be vulnerable if global investors turn cautious and foreign capital inflows dry up, according to London-based think tank Capital Economics.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
6.9-quake damaged church in Cebu unrepairable?
Can the San Juan Nepomuceno Parish church in San Remigio town, Cebu province still be repaired?
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mayor Isko visits PH's first successful pediatric liver transplant patient at UP-PGH
A nine-year-old boy diagnosed with biliary atresia became the country's first successful pediatric liver transplant patient, Manila Mayor Francisco \"Isko Moreno\" Domagoso announced on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lopez, Castillo, Bonilla shine in PSA Cup
Former national champion Bong Lopez shot a net one-under par 71 on a gross of 79 at Manila Southwoods' Legends course to reign as overall champion in the 4th Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Cup golf invitational Monday, Nov. 17.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bomb threats rock 10 Iloilo schools
The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) and the Iloilo Police Provincial Office (IPPO) still have to identify people responsible behind these bomb threats that disrupted classes and caused massive traffic jams.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DSWD reminds people vs giving alms to IPs, kids this holiday season
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday, Nov. 18, reminded people not to give alms to indigenous peoples (IPs), children, and families in street situations (FISS), particularly during the holiday season.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Maroons aim high
UP eyes twice-to-beat bonus in marquee duel vs Ateneo
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Rising together, stronger amid calamities
Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. Typhoons “Tino” and “Uwan” brought powerful winds and heavy rains that sent roofs flying, toppled trees, triggered flash floods and landslides, and left survivors with flattened homes and properties submerged in mud.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
4 weather systems to bring rains in parts of PH
Various weather systems are expected to bring rain showers over parts of the Philippines from Wednesday, Nov. 19, through Saturday, Nov. 22, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said in its four-day extended weather outlook.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Eric Nicolas on new beginnings
Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of hosting an event with my comedian, Eric Nicolas. In between our spiels and comedic ad-libs, he excitedly told me about his newest project with Melai Cantiveros - the fresh, high-energy show \"Lucky ng Kita,\" now streaming live on YouTube via ABS-CBN Entertainment and airing on the Kapamilya Channel from Mondays to Thursdays at the 6 p.m. slot of the show.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Former Bangladesh leader Hasina sentenced to death for crackdown on uprising that ousted her
Bangladesh's ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and one of her close aides were sentenced to death Monday over her crackdown on a student uprising last year that killed hundreds of people and led to the toppling of her 15-year rule.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Train of thought
One of the things I truly enjoyed whenever I was in Divisoria Market with my Nanay Curing was watching the trains arrive at and depart from the old Tutuban Station.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mandatory hair follicle drug test for all gov't officials sought
Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte reiterated his longstanding call for mandatory hair follicle drug testing for all government officials, following Sen. Imee Marcos' disclosure about her brother, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., on Monday night, Nov. 17.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SM City Iloilo 2026 upgrade set
SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), one of the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, expects to complete the ₱2.3-billion redevelopment of SM City Iloilo by the first quarter of 2026.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DigiPlus moves into casino sector
DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country's leading online gaming firm, is venturing into brickand-mortar integrated casino and resort development after acquiring the right to buy a majority stake in Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp. (IEC), which owns New Coast Hotel Manila, for ₱12 billion.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Canada eyes 2026 FTA with PH
The Canadian government is hopeful that negotiations for a free-trade agreement (FTA) with the Philippines will conclude as early as next year, in line with its push to broaden market access for its domestic industries amid protectionist policies imposed by its southern neighbor, the United States (US).
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
High hopes for young gymnasts
Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) president Cynthia Carrion remains hopeful of the national team team that would see action in the 3rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships that the country is hosting starting Nov. 20 to 24.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
QC gov't flags financial aid distribution in Matandang Balara
The Quezon City government clarified that Mayor Joy Belmonte did not distribute livelihood aid in Barangay Matandang Balara.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Exercise freedom of expression responsibly; don't incite unrest
The \"Rally for Transparency and a Better Democracy,\" led by the influential Iglesia Ni Cristo, drew an immense and diverse crowd-an unmistakable sign that Filipinos from all walks of life refuse to tolerate corruption.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Maharlika Highway reblocking in Nueva Vizcaya set
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will reblock a section of Maharlika Highway in Santa Fe town, Nueva Vizcaya province on Nov. 20 after the project was granted an exemption from the nationwide suspension on reblocking works.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Deadlock at Valley
Sporting a fresh new look and an even sharper game, Clyde Mondilla surged to the top of the ICTSI Valley Golf Challenge leaderboard with a masterful seven-under card - until a shaky finish forced him to settle for a 67 and allowed Angelo Que to pull even after the opening round at the Valley Golf Club on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DITO trims losses on subscriber growth
D ITO Telecommunity Corp. of Davao-based tycoon Dennis Uy reduced its net loss by four percent in the first nine months, fueled by growing demand for its mobile and fixed wireless access (FWA) services.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Understanding the science behind painless hair restoration
The Italian-developed Tricopat system combines three distinct therapeutic modalities into a single treatment session.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
LTFRB exposes modus in ride-hailing services
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has exposed illegal activities in ride-hailing services where some vehicles are being allowed by Transport Network Companies (TNCs) to operate even without permits from the national government.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Boots, boogie, and big smiles
Sunshine Place saddles up for 11 years of joy, art, and giving
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Leadership shake-up follows gas deal
Following the finalized gas business deal between Razon-led Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. (Prime Infra) and Lopez-led First Gen Corp. (FGen), a leadership shakeup is set to take place by the end of the year.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sandro hurt by Imee’s claim vs PBBM
In an emotionallycharged statement, House Majority Leader Ilocos Norte first district Rep. Sandro Marcos slammed the actions of his aunt, Sen. Imee Marcos, after she accused his father, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., of being a drug user.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
MPIC earnings rise on power, water
Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) sustained its strong growth momentum in the first nine months of 2025, with consolidated core net income rising 14 percent to ₱23.6 billion from ₱20.8 billion for the same period last year.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Google Pay, Apple Pay to launch in Philippines
Global mobile payment providers Google Pay and Apple Pay are entering the Philippine market, with nine banking and fintech players already offering Google Pay as a mode of payment, while Apple Pay is eyed for launch in 2026.
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November 19, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PNP steps up drive vs online scams
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has further intensified the campaign against online scams in anticipation of the surge in cases this Christmas.
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