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Manila Bulletin
Gary V reflects
There's no doubt that Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano is guided by a deep and unwavering faith.
4 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Drug war systematic, directed at the poor, victims' lawyers tell ICC
Lawyers representing the victims of former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte's war on illegal drugs revealed a brutal campaign, marked by impunity and utter disregard for the law, and generally directed at the most poor, marginalized, and vulnerable sector of society.
7 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH pushes security, economic, social agenda as ASEAN chair for 2026
The Philippines has begun advancing key regional priorities as chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for 2026, steering early high-level engagements focused on security cooperation, economic integration, and social development.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Lacson bats for broader estate tax amnesty
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has filed a bill seeking to enact a broader and more pragmatic Estate Tax Amnesty framework to unlock idle assets and boost revenues.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
EDSA part of history - Palace
Peaceful celebration marred by breaching of police barricade
5 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Paris, the pole dancer
I got the chance to work with actress Ciara Sotto in some events in the past.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Past, present lawmakers denounce Marine-bagmen claims of cash deliveries
Former and incumbent members of the House of Representatives have denied receiving luggages of cash sourced from anomalous flood control projects, as claimed by 18 supposed Marine-bagmen who joined lawyer Levi Baligod's press conference on Tuesday, Feb. 24.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ethics complaint filed against ‘Bato’ over prolonged absence
An ethics complaint was filed on Wednesday, Feb. 25, against Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa by a civil society group called “Wag Kang KuCorrupt,” led by former finance undersecretary Prof.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SC to launch digital platform on free legal services for the poor
The Supreme Court (SC) is set to launch on March 3 the Phase 1 of the Unified Legal Aid Service (ULAS) portal, a centralized digital platform that will streamline lawyers' reports and compliance with the mandatory delivery of free legal services to poor and underprivileged Filipinos.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
High expectations
At 38 floors up, Finestra at Solaire Resort North makes a case for everyday Italian in QC
3 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
BAFTA 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ wins six awards
Politically charged thriller “One Battle After Another” won six prizes, including best picture, at the British Academy Film Awards on Sunday, building momentum ahead of Hollywood’s Academy Awards next month.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ask... seek... knock
The essence of prayer is petitioning to God to grant us something from his bountiful graces.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Palace denies Marcos seeking reconciliation with VP Sara
Malacañang has belied the claims made by former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque that President Marcos is seeking to reconcile with Vice President Sara Duterte.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Public debt surges, private sector cautious
Public and private debt in the Philippines continued to diverge as households and firms remain cautious despite lower interest rates, while the government sustains massive borrowings to revive slowing economic growth, the latest Institute of International Finance (IIF) data showed.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
LTO-7 cracks down vs modified mufflers
The Land Transportation Office-Central Visayas (LTO-7) has intensified its crackdown against loud modified mufflers.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The beauty of the drive: Alone, but never lonely
In my last column, we ended the adventure by talking about the island province of Guimaras, which is only a short boat ride from Iloilo City, Iloilo.
3 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
US, South Korean joint drills set
The US and South Korean militaries said on Wednesday they will conduct their annual springtime exercises next month to bolster their countries' combined defense capabilities against a backdrop of a deepening diplomatic freeze with nuclear-armed North Korea.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH services trade most restrictive
For more than a decade, the Philippines has ranked among the world's most restrictive markets for trade in services, putting it at risk of losing competitiveness and investments in an increasingly digital global economy, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ybañez explodes for resilient Tigers
Josh Ybañez flashed his offensive brilliance and powered host University of Santo Tomas to a 19-25, 26-24, 21-25, 26-24, 15-11 escape over Ateneo for their second straight win in the UAAP Season 88 men's volleyball at the Smart Araneta Coliseum Wednesday, Feb. 25.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Northeast US scrambles to clear piles of snow
Snowplows cleared the way for ambulances and fire trucks in Rhode Island.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Top Line expands fuel trading abroad
Cebu-based fuel retailer and distributor Top Line Business Development Corp. plans to establish a trading subsidiary in Singapore to facilitate direct fuel imports and optimize its regional supply chain.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The trucks behind every meal
The true measure of a nation’s food security is not only found in its farms or supermarkets, but in the unseen links that connect them.
3 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Choco Mucho, Capitall seek rebound
Choco Mucho tries to end its string of misfortunes even as Capitalı aims to regain its footing when they tangle with separate rivals on Thursday, Feb. 26, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Filoil Centre in San Juan City.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Davao City dad proposes AI traffic light system
Davao City councilor on Tuesday, Feb. 24, proposed an ordinance integrating artificial intelligence into the traffic management system and transform this city into a “smart city.”
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
New SEC rules make GCash, Maya IPOs easier
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued the final version of its tiered minimum public ownership (MPO) requirement for initial public offerings (IPOs), a move expected to entice major corporations such as GCash and Maya to list their shares locally rather than seek overseas bourses.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Young picklers take spotlight
The Pickleball Champions League Asia Rising Stars U19 Sectional Tournament in Davao City officially got underway at Pickletown here Tuesday, marking the first time a youth event of this scale and international significance has been staged for the fast-growing sport in the region.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SSI ends 40-yr Marks & Spencer PH operations
SSI Group Inc., the country’s largest specialty retailer, will cease operations of the British fashion and food brand Marks & Spencer in the Philippines on May 2.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Easterlies bringing warm, humid weather across PH
Warm and humid conditions are expected to prevail across the Philippines as the easterlies, or warm winds coming from the Pacific Ocean, continue to be the dominant weather system in the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
DOE readies coal block bidding
The bidding for a new coal development is set to commence on Friday, Feb. 27, as the Department of Energy (DOE) emphasizes opening these areas to private companies.
1 min |
February 26, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Public awareness campaign on online gambling needed
There was a time when gambling required effort.
2 min |