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Office used for cyber scams abandoned in Cebu City
An office allegedly used for cyber scams here was found abandoned when authorities arrived to enforce a closure order on Tuesday, May 20.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senators: Hiring of additional teachers critical in addressing PH learning crisis
Senator Joel Villanueva on Tuesday, May 20 welcomed the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for opening 16,000 new teaching positions for public schools for school year 2025-2026 as this is critical in addressing the country's learning crisis.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mayor Vico faces new DQ case after proclamation
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) clarified that disqualification petitions are only allowed before a candidate’s proclamation.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
To market, to market
For the first time in his 10-year-old life, Miguelito (not his real name, but close enough) tagged along to the \"palengke\" (public market) with his mother.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
South Africa leader aims to salvage ties with Trump
US President Donald Trump will host South Africa's leader at the White House on Wednesday for a meeting that might be tense after Trump accused the country's government of allowing a \"genocide\" to take place against minority white farmers.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Trump selects concept for $175-B Golden Dome missile defense system
President Donald Trump has announced the concept he wants for his future Golden Dome missile defense program — a multi-layered, $175-billion system that for the first time will put US weapons in space.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sun Life tops in premium income
Sun Life Philippines, the local unit of Sun Life of Canada Inc., led the life insurance industry in the first quarter of 2025 by posting a premium income of P15.1 billion—the highest total premium recorded across the sector during this period, the company announced.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
From Tagaytay to Manila
Azela by Balay Dako is a taste of tradition in the city
3 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Insurers post strong Q1
The Philippine insurance industry posted solid growth in the first quarter of 2025, with both life and non-life sectors showing strong performances, according to the Insurance Commission (IC).
1 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SMXCITE to boost Manila’s MICE appeal
Sy-led SM Prime Holdings, Inc., one of largest integrated property developers, is investing P1.7 billion in the construction of SMX Center for International Trade and Exhibitions (SMXCITE)—a large-scale venue rising within the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) complex.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Rainy season may begin in early June - PAGASA
The onset of the rainy season in the Philippines may begin as early as the first week of June, based on the latest forecast from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Stronger peso seen in 2025, 2026
The Philippine peso is seen to continue appreciating this year and into next year, amid expectations that the United States (US) dollar would remain weak for a longer time, according to the latest forecast of Singapore-based DBS Bank Ltd.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Russia slapped with new sanctions
Kyiv's European allies slapped new sanctions Tuesday on Moscow, a day after a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin failed to produce a breakthrough on ending the three-year-old war in Ukraine.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The face of an entertainment empire
It has been 5 months since I became the ambassador Stan Empire Lending Corporation of Ms. Belle Constantino (Parang diplomat ha!) and I am really learning a lot! (Bilang di naman ako shonga shonga!)
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Palace defends hunt for Roque
Malacañang defended the government’s efforts to track former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, rejecting his claim that it was a waste of public funds.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Immerse yourself in the warmth and charm of Guam
Eager to know the island of Guam more? Here's a well-rounded traveler's guide to a meaningful island immersion and an authentic CHamoru experience.
4 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM's reconciliation offer open to all – Palace
President Marcos' call for reconciliation following the elections applies to all groups, including political rivals, but he will never sacrifice accountability for unity, Malacañang said on Wednesday, May 21.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH, US forces hold maritime exercises off Palawan, Mindoro
Military and Coast Guard forces of the Philippines and the United States conducted joint training exercises in the waters off Palawan and Occidental Mindoro which were aimed at improving their capabilities in surveillance and operational coordination.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
IN YELLOW: Kylie Verzosa returns to Cannes
Former Miss International Kylie Verzosa made her third appearance at the Cannes Film Festival this week, stepping onto the red carpet with the calm assurance of someone who has grown steadily into her public role.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Grandma off the grid: What my grandkids must think of me
You know you’re not an average grandma when your 15-year-old granddaughter has perfect eyebrows, well-defined eyelids, and a hint of blush on her cheeks, and she looks at you with a polite stare.
3 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Why driver education should never stop
Learning the car and its safety features
4 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Son Alvin provides DOJ vital info on killing of his father Anson Que
Alvin Que on Wednesday, May 21, submitted to the Department of Justice (DOJ) his affidavit that detailed vital information that may assist in the prosecution of those responsible for the tragic death of his father Anson Que,\" lawyer Pearlito Campanilla said.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
No new taxes despite dividend dip
Despite a double-digit drop in dividend remittances early this year, the Department of Finance (DOF) remains confident that total collections from government-owned and/or -controlled corporations (GOCCs) in 2025 will surpass the more than P136 billion recorded in 2024.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SC rules on children's legitimacy despite nullity of parents' marriage
The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that legitimated children or those born before the marriage of their parents retain their legitimacy status even after the nullity of their parents' marriage.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Couple stabs each other to death in Kabankalan City; dispute over home repair triggers killing
A couple died after they stabbed each other to death during a dispute over the repair of their home in Barangay Tabugon, Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental on Tuesday, May 20.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Samar under state of emergency due to San Juanico Bridge limit
The entire Samar province has been placed under a state of emergency on Tuesday as the San Juanico Bridge limit disrupts the flow of supplies from Leyte Island.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival under way
Two-hundred eighty policemen were deployed on Tuesday, May 20, to maintain peace and order in the 2025 Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival here from May 21 to 25.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
This 'self-service' temple in Binondo is open to all
To the uninitiated, a Taoist temple can seem intimidating.
3 min |
May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Japan agriculture minister quits after rice gaffe
Japan's agriculture minister was forced to resign Wednesday because of political fallout over recent comments that he \"never had to buy rice\" because he got it from supporters as gifts.
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May 22, 2025
Manila Bulletin
More RE projects added to pipeline
The race to renewable energy (RE) integration continues, as the Department of Energy (DOE) has approved five clean energy projects for system impact studies (SIS).
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