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LA-area mayors demand the Trump administration to stop intensified immigration raids
Dozens of mayors from across the Los Angeles region banded together Wednesday to demand that the Trump administration stop the stepped-up immigration raids that have spread fear across their cities and sparked protests across the U.S.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gradual rice tariff revert to 35% eyed
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is in support of a recommendation from a House of Representatives panel to revert the rice tariff rate from 15 percent to 35 percent—on the condition that this will be implemented gradually.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Greenland and Iceland saw record heat in May; what that means for the world
Human-caused climate change boosted Iceland and Greenland 's temperatures by several degrees during a record-setting May heat wave, raising concerns about the far-reaching implications melting Arctic ice has for weather around the world, scientists said in an analysis released Wednesday.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senate, House adjourn
Senate President Francis Escudero adjourned the third regular session of the 19th Congress in a speech marked with wit, warmth, and a dash of banter with his colleagues.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Fight for affordable food; let's all break our backs
The country's inflation dropped to a 66-month low in May. Unfortunately, food prices remain high.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
UNAIDS, WHO support DOH's call for immediate action to combat rising HIV cases
The United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday, July 11 expressed their support for the Department of Health’s (DOH) call to address the rising number of HIV cases and its request for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to sign an executive order declaring HIV a high-priority health concern.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
First Gen expands green energy focus
Lopez-led First Gen Corp. (First Gen) is set to expand its renewable energy (RE) initiatives beyond geothermal, with plans to increase investments in solar and wind technologies.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Dapper cool
Get style inspirations from these well-dressed dads
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Denmark approves US military bases on Danish soil as Trump eyes Greenland
Denmark's Parliament on Wednesday approved a bill to allow U.S. military bases on Danish soil, a move that comes as President Donald Trump seeks to take control of the kingdom's semi-autonomous territory of Greenland.
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June 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lower Meralco rate in May; revised power supply policy sought to protect consumers
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced a second consecutive month of electricity rate reduction this June, driven primarily by a decrease in the generation charge.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
SEC tightens watch on crypto trade
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued new rules to regulate the marketing, issuance, and trading of crypto-assets, as well as the registration and operation of crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) in the country.
3 min |
June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Pangilinan flags 'unfair' Konektadong Pinoy bill
Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of PLDT Inc., warned that certain provisions of the Konektadong Pinoy bill could be exploited to foster an unfair playing field in the local telecommunications sector.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
SM Supermalls to hold Kalayaan Job Fairs on June 12
A nationwide hiring movement in celebration of Independence Day
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
All in the past?
Asking the younger generation what Independence Day is all about
3 min |
June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senate impeachment court summons VP Sara
The Office of the Vice President (OVP) confirmed on Wednesday, June 11, that it has received the summons for Vice President Sara Duterte from the Senate impeachment court.
2 min |
June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Economic team opposes P200 daily wage increase
Dangerous • Slower growth • Retrenchment repercussions • Hike in prices • Shortened workdays • Inflation to accelerate by 2%
3 min |
June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos, Duterte call on Filipinos to defend freedom
President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte, in separate messages, rallied Filipinos to defend the country's freedom.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Eala edges Fil-Aussie rival
Top seed Alex Eala fought back from a tight opening set to overcome Fil-Australian Lizette Cabrera, 7-6 (4), 6-3, at the start of the Lexus Ilkley Open in Great Britain on Tuesday, June 10 (early Wednesday, Philippine time).
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Siquijor Power given 6 months to fix crisis
The government has given private power provider Siquijor Island Power Corp. (SIPCOR) six months to fully resolve the energy crisis in Siquijor, warning that failure to deliver a permanent solution is not an option.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Muntinlupa LGU starts distribution of free Balik Eskwela packages
The Muntinlupa City government has started the distribution of free Balik Eskwela packages to public school students.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Container truck rams posts, hits van in Malabon collision
A container truck crashed into electric and light posts before hitting an L300 van along Gov. Pascual Avenue corner University Avenue in Barangay Potrero, Malabon City on Wednesday, June 11.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
1 dead, 2 missing as tragedy strikes boat with suspected trafficking victims in Palawan
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) personnel locates a motorboat carrying nine suspected human trafficking victims and two crew members after it capsized off Balabac, Palawan on June 8, 2025. (Photo: PCG)
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
US, China agree on framework to resolve trade disputes
Senior U.S. and Chinese negotiators have agreed on a framework to get their trade negotiations back on track after a series of disputes that threatened to derail them, Chinese state media said Wednesday.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
10 lesser-known destinations to visit in the Philippines
Help Philippine tourism recover by discovering the best of our own backyard
4 min |
June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Lilo & Stitch' cruises to No. 1 again
In the box office showdown between a deadly assassin and a chaotic CG alien, \"Lilo & Stitch\" still had the edge.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Consumer complaints vs. banks soar—BSP
Consumer complaints filed with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) surged by 62.3 percent in 2024 to around 70,000 cases, according to officials of the central bank.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bulakenyos urged to reaffirm love for country on Independence Day
Governor Daniel Fernando called on Bulakenyos to reaffirm their love for the country and commitment to national pride and sovereignty as the nation marks its 127th Independence Day on Thursday, June 12.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
Eastern Visayas in state of calamity as San Juanico Bridge is rehabilitated
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued Proclamation No. 920 declaring a state of calamity in Eastern Visayas to expedite the repair and rehabilitation of the San Juanico Bridge and mitigate the impact on the residents of Samar and Leyte.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
'I Love Filipino': A heartfelt tribute to Filipino identity
Filipinos have a deep love for our country, and this affection is a significant part of our identity. We take pride in our stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. However, we do not celebrate our heritage as much as we should. Often, we overlook the greatness of our culture because it does not receive the recognition it deserves on the global stage.
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June12 2025
Manila Bulletin
You shall not kill
We sometimes hear the expression, “If looks could kill.” Which means that our hatred towards others can by themselves be deadly. Hatred is born when we perceive or experience hurt from others or when we do not like others, for who they are or what they do.
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