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Manila Bulletin
Wilting laborers, sprouting smugglers: The crisis in the Philippine tobacco industry
Summer's heat could peak at 51 degrees Celsius this afternoon, so Eddie Garabiles, 55, took shelter under the shade of the curing barn he made with coconut leaves, its frame held together by bamboo. He could suffer from heat stroke under the raging midday sun if he insisted on tending to his tobacco farm.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Fuel price increases loom after Holy Week respite
Following the Easter weekend—a time that lifts spir-its for many—fuel prices might rise, too, next week.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
38 hurt as overloaded jeepney turns on its side in Iloilo on Black Saturday
Thirty eight people were injured on Black Saturday, April 19, after an overloaded jeep flipped on its side in Miag-ao town, Iloilo province.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Devout in PH mark Holy Week with flagellations, processions, passion play
KALAYAAN, Laguna — Dozens of penitents whip their backs to atone for their sins during Good Friday rites in the streets of the southern Philippine town of Kalayaan, as Christians across this largely Catholic country commemorate the passion and sufferings of Jesus.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
New title quest for Cool Smashers
Creamline and PLDT begin their respective title quest in the 2025 AVC Women's Champions League on Sunday, April 20, when they tackle separate foes at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Reigniting Filipino creativity
What's next? That's the question often asked in the world of design.
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Shooting rampage at Florida State that left 2 dead lasted less than 5 minutes, police say
Students stood in prayer circles and piled balloons, candles, and teddy bears along a sidewalk Friday near Florida State University’s student union, where two people were shot and killed and six others were wounded during a rampage lasting less five minutes.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sports leaders eye cliff diving in Olympics
Last weekend, over some of the picturesque islands of El Nido, Palawan, seasoned cliff divers French-British Gary Hunt and Australian Rhiannan Iffland shone the brightest by topping the first leg of the 2025 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Young blood injects energy to Magnolia
Magnolia head coach Chito Victolero is crediting Magnolia's resurgence to the young bloods providing perfect complement to the team's seasoned veterans.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Comelec urges voters, candidates in Western Visayas to reflect as polls near
As the Holy Week comes to a close, the Commission on Elections-6 urged voters and candidates to reflect.
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Arca bounces back in Bangkok
I.D.E Master Christian Gian Carlo Arca downed Thai International Master Prin Laohawirapap in 56 moves of a Caro-Kann Defense to get back in the title chase after six rounds of the Bangkok Chess Club Open at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel in Thailand.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
2 more dead recovered from capsized sand dredger
Two more crew members were found dead from the capsized sand carrier MV Hong Hai 16 in Rizal, Occidental Mindoro on Good Friday, April 18, bringing the death toll to six.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Scorching heat posing risks for 26 M students on vacation, expert warns
With more than 26 million students now on school break, a child expert is raising concerns over the dangers of extreme heat-especially for children who spend long hours outdoors or in homes without proper cooling.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
A time to heal, a time to hope
Today, as Christendom celebrates the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are once again reminded that hope triumphs over despair, light over darkness, and peace over conflict.
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Meet eight emerging Pinoy content creators to watch out for in 2025
These viral sensations are taking the web by storm and aiming even higher for 2025.
6 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The united state of Philippine snacking
“Snack Mindfully” is the mission-vision rally cry of Mondelēz International in the Philippines. The food company, known for such brands as Oreo cookies, Eden cheese, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Tang, Toblerone, Tiger energy biscuits, and Cheez Whiz, has been creating a snacking heritage in this country for 62 years. Globally, it operates in over 150 countries, and is listed on the Nasdaq 100, Standard and Poor’s 500, and the Dow Jones Sustainability Index.
3 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PGT: Pedro, Hasty, and Leaf earn judges’ nod
A trio going by the name of Pedro Hasty Leaf (PHL for short) earned the “yes” of the judges for their unique rendition of the rap anthem “Mga Kababayan Ko” during the Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) episode (Season 7, Week 2) on April 6.
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Duty first
As followers of any organization, certain responsibilities are expected to be met. For example, attendance in functions is part of a member’s basic duty. By seeing other members, camaraderie can be built and concern for each other can be expressed. Moreover, the organization can check on how the member is doing and extend the necessary guidance or help.
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
What makes heritage properties stand out
The connection with the past provides unique and memorable experiences for guests
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Goodbye, Ate Guy
The local film industry is in mourning following the death of Nora Aunor at 71.
2 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The many crucifixions of Tatang Ben
In the past, he recalled, a Catholic priest once blocked the flagellants and penitents during a street procession, demanding they stop.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Talion, Anciano renew rivalry
Evonne Talion, fresh off a dramatic comefrom-behind victory over Rafa Anciano in the ICTSI Junior Philippine Golf Tour's kickoff leg at Eagle Ridge, is gearing up for another high-stakes showdown as the tour moves to Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Trece Martires, Cavite.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cast complete
Grizzlies, Heat topple rivals, advance to playoffs
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April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOH says Davao fatality not due to Mpox Clade II
THE Department of Health (DOH) on Friday, April 18, assured the public that the Mpox cases reported by the Davao City Health Office (Davao CHO) are of the Clade II variant of the MPX virus, and that there is no increased danger to the public.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Thai, PH teams shine in JGFP Inter-Club meet
Thailand's golf team bagged the 13-18 age bracket championship while teams from the country's provinces took the spotlight in the 12-under category in the Junior Golf Foundation of the Philippines (JGFP) International Inter-Club tournament held recently at the Mimosa Plus Golf Course in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gunrunner falls in Isabela buy-bust
Police arrested a notorious 33-year-old alleged illegal firearms dealer in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Alibagu, City of Ilagan, Isabela on Wednesday, April 16.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SC Justice Singh elected president of Int’l Association of Women Judges
Supreme Court (SC) Associate Justice Maria Filomena D. Singh has been unanimously elected as the next president of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) for the 2027-2029 term during its biennial conference held last this month in Cape Town, South Africa.
1 min |
April 20, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Brilliant Butler shows way
Jimmy Butler had 38 points, seven rebounds and six assists creating opportunities on both ends at every chance, Stephen Curry scored 37, and the Golden State Warriors earned the seventh seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Memphis Grizzlies, 121-116, Tuesday night, April 15, in the Play-In Tournament.
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April 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH secures one of top UN ‘Tourism posts
The Philippines has been re-elected as vice president of the United Nations (UN) Tourism General Assembly and chair of the Commission for East Asia and the Pacific for the 2025 to 2027 term, the Department of Tourism (DOT) disclosed on Wednesday, April 16.
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April 17, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DoubleDragon evolves into holding company
Double Dragon Corp., the partnership between tycoons Tony Tan Caktiong and Edgar Sia II, is finally transitioning into a holding company with its acquisition of Sia's listed retailer MerryMart Consumer Corp. after initially buying a 35-percent stake for P1.28 billion.
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