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PH ‘business as usual’ amid 90-day ‘lrump tariff pause
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque said the Philippines is “business as usual” as it awaits potential changes once the 90-day temporary suspension on reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States (US) on all foreign-source goods is lifted.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DTI’s National Food Fair kicks off a feast of flavors
Food, glorious food
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
This Holy Week, rest instead of going on vacation
Why rest is the ultimate form of healing
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cool Smashers tap Russian, Kazakh imports
The Creamline Cool Smashers continue to beef up their squad for the upcoming 2025 AVC Women’s Champions League by acquiring two more reinforcements from Russia and Kazakhstan.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Man high on drugs tries to jump from C5 flyover
A 38-year-old man who was high on drugs and attempted to jump from the C5 fly-over was rescued and subsequently arrested by the Pasig City Police after yielding illegal drugs in Barangay Ugong, Pasig City on Sunday, April 13.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Muntinlupa, Malabon, QC LGUs ensure safe Holy Week observance
The Muntinlupa City government will launch its Lakbay Alalay 2025 to help travelers and devotees during the Holy Week while the local governments of Malabon and Quezon City rolled out their safety measures to ensure the safe observance of the Holy Week.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
CHED: Free higher education in local universities to continue
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) on Monday, April 14, announced that the government will continue to provide free higher education in local universities and colleges (LUCs) across the country, following a significant funding boost aimed at strengthening access to quality tertiary education.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Singapore dissolves parliament, paving the way for general elections
Singapore's parliament was dissolved Tuesday, paving the way for general elections in which the city-state's long-ruling People's Action Party will seek to strengthen its dominance under Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PHINMA profit drops 66%
El Rosario-led PHINMA Corp. reported a 66-percent drop in attributable net income to P279.55 million last year, from the restated 2023 profit of P831.27 million, due to high expenses and losses of its property business.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'A Minecraft Movie' tops US box office again
After just two weeks in theaters, “A Minecraft Movie” is already the highest grossing Hollywood release of 2025.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Hamas says it’s sending a delegation to Qatar to continue Gaza ceasefire talks
A Hamas official said Monday that the Palestinian militant group is sending a delegation to the Gulf state of Qatar to continue indirect ceasefire talks with Israel over the war in Gaza, as the territory’s Health Ministry said that 38 people were confirmed dead over the past day.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOTr OKs suspension of operations of bus firm involved in multi-vehicle crash in Valenzuela
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered the suspension of operations of a bus company involved in a multiple-vehicle collision on the southbound lane of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) in Valenzuela City, on Monday night, April 14, which left 13 people injured — including the bus driver and conductor.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
2 new Court of Appeals associate justices assume posts
Two newly appointed Court of Appeals (CA) associate justices have assumed their posts after taking their oaths of office before Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOH readies for disasters, including ‘The Big One’
The Department of Health (DOH) said it is fast-tracking the development of world-class emergency medical response teams across the country to prepare for large-scale disasters, including the “The Big One” earthquake which is feared to hit Metro Manila.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Holy Wednesday: ‘Timeless lessons from Judas’s betrayal
Holy Wednesday, also known as Spy Wednesday, marks a vital moment in Christianity—the day when Judas Iscariot conspired to betray Jesus Christ. This act of treachery not only set the stage for the Passion but also offers valuable insights into human nature and the perils of compromised faith.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mayoral candidate Sam Verzosa ready to debate with rival Isko Moreno
Manila mayoral candidate Sam Verzosa stated that he is open to participating in a debate with rival Isko Moreno if he receives an invitation.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Papal encyclicals have answers to global crisis
Those who have started their Lenten reflections may find a lot of insightful guidance from landmark encyclicals that remain relevant in these economically-challenging times as the wisdom of the Church’s teachings on social justice rings more urgently than ever.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOT expands tourist assistance with Mandarin-speaking agents
In response to the growing influx of tourists from China, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has expanded its language services by deploying Mandarin-speaking agents to enhance support for Chinese visitors.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Future-ready education: Angara pushes for unified reforms
As the End-of-School-Year (EOSY) rites began on Monday, April 14, Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized the importance of implement-ing comprehensive education reforms in the Philippines that aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the demands of the future.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Program Convergence Budgeting: Synergy not silos
Assalamualaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. I am glad to share that on March 6, 2025, we, at the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), along with various government agencies, launched an initiative that synergizes efforts to make every centavo in our government coffers work harder and smarter — the ceremonial signing of the DBM-National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) that strengthens the Program Convergence Budgeting (PCB) approach in the budget process.
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April 16, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Vote with integrity, Palace urges overseas Filipinos
Malacañang has reminded Filipinos abroad to exercise their right to suffrage and vote for leaders with integrity and not just because they were told to do so.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Michael Leyva enchants with 'Memoria ng Hardin'
The noted Filipino fashion designer showcased his 2026 couture collection, which spotlights form and texture while shying away from traditional heavy beadwork
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Don't disrespect Filipinos, Marcos warns foreign vloggers
President Marcos has warned foreign vloggers against insulting or provoking Filipinos for views, saying they should not mistake Filipinos’ kindness for weakness.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
My classmate, my idol
ever did I imagine I would have the privilege and honor to have a classmate who surpassed the expectations of not just myself but the University of the Philippines as well.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
GCash parent raises stake in AB Capital
Globe Fintech In-novations Inc. (Mynt), the par-ent company of leading e-wallet GCash, has secured a 16-percent stake of AB Capital Securities Inc. (ABSCI), the stock broking arm of investment house AB Capital and Investment Corp.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tariff exemption aiding PH electronics
The tariff exemption on electronic products ordered by United States (US) President Donald Trump would provide the Philippines' top export commodity some relief, according to Japanese financial giant MUFG Bank Ltd.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bugna dominates
Kathryn Bugna continued her impressive streak at the Semana Sang Iloilo National Juniors Tennis Championships at the Iloilo Sports Complex over the weekend, adding the girls' 18-and-under crown to her growing collection in the PPS-PEPP national circuit.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Trump 'fully fit' to serve as commander in chief
Donald Trump's doctor says the oldest man elected president is \"fully fit\" to serve as commander in chief as the White House released results Sunday of Trump's recent physical exam.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
China's Xi says there are 'no winners' in a tariff war
China's leader Xi Jinping started a week of diplomacy in Southeast Asia with a visit to Vietnam on Monday, signaling China's commitment to global trade, just after U.S. President Donald Trump upended the global economy with his latest tariffs moves.
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April 15, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Transport sector, PNP on Holy Week high alert
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) placed transportation facilities around the country on “high alert” as it estimates that millions of Filipinos will travel for Holy Week, while police forces nationwide were placed under heightened alert as part of the comprehensive security measures for the long Lenten break.
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