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Manila Bulletin
Engineering machines to think
Built for tomorrow, Mapúa's new course tackles robotics, generative AI, and more
2 min |
July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH top in Asia under Marcos
Even with the weaker-than-expected gross domestic product (GDP) growth figures last year and in recent quarters, the Department of Finance (DOF) argued that the Philippine economy grew at an average rate of 5.9 percent—among the fastest-growing Asian economies—since President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assumed power in 2022.
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July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sri Lanka Embassy hosts Colombo Port City investment visit
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Philippines organized a visit for a delegation from Colombo Port City to engage top Philippine business leaders and showcase investment opportunities in Sri Lanka. The visit took place from June 30 to July 5, 2025.
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July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cambodian, Thai leaders tackle truce
Thai and Cambodian leaders are meeting in Malaysia in an urgent effort to resolve deadly border clashes that entered a fifth day despite mounting international calls for peace.
1 min |
July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
We deserve better
— VP Sara
1 min |
July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
Park Bo-gum is new face of Korean tourism
Korean actor Park Bo-gum, the star of the series \"Good Boy\" and \"When Life Gives You Tangerines,\" is the new honorary ambassador for Korean tourism.
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July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Fantastic Four' scores Marvel's first $100-M box office opening of '25
Marvel's first family has finally found box office gold. \"The Fantastic Four: First Steps,\" the first film about the superheroes made under the guidance of Kevin Feige and the Walt Disney Co., earned $118 million in its first weekend in 4,125 North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.
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July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Tinyente' promoted at Magnolia camp
Tenorio replaces Victolero; Webb to be elevated
1 min |
July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
Expansion costs hit UB’s H1 profits
Aboitiz-led Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) expects its earnings to improve soon even as continuing costs for the expansion of its credit card business weighed net income down by 35 percent to P3.3 billion in the first half of 2025 from P5.07 billion in the same period last year.
1 min |
July 29 2025
Manila Bulletin
RAILS, RICE, AND ROADS
Marcos' SONA promises 3 years later
6 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Biado captures historic 2nd World Pool title
In a stunning display of grit and composure, Carlo Biado reclaimed his place atop the world of pool by dethroning Fedor Gorst, 15-13, to capture his second World Pool Championship title at the Green Halls in Jeddah on Saturday (early Sunday, Philippine time).
2 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH-EU free trade deal finished by '26
The Philippines expects negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) to conclude next year, as the government seeks to open new markets for its goods and services.
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
OCD sends relief aid to typhoon-hit Ilocos Region
Death toll remains at 30; damage to infra, agri has reached P5.5 billion
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
VP Sara chooses to be with supporters in South Korea than monitor SONA
Vice President Sara Duterte will be a no-show at President Marcos’ State of the Nation Address (SONA) this Monday, July 28, as she chose to participate ina “Free Duterte Rally” with the supporters of her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, and their family in South Korea on Sunday.
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ink and rain: Writing with purpose in troubled times
In the wake of Typhoon Crising, as many communities across the Philippines struggled to recover from widespread flooding and displacement, Typhoons Dante and Emong entered the country, compounding the damage and deepening the uncertainty for thousands.
3 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Contribution hike fuels SSS income
With a one-percentage-point (ppt) hike in members’ contribution rate to 15 percent that took effect this year, the Social Security System (SSS)—the state-run pension fund for private-sector workers—grew its net income by 46.9 percent to P66.45 billion in the first half of 2025.
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos, VP Sara hail INC on 111th anniversary
President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte issued separate statements on Sunday, July 27, to mark the 111th anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC).
2 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Monet painting sale boosts gov't coffers in H1
A rare remittance from the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG)-reportedly proceeds from the sale of a Monet painting deemed as ill-gotten wealth by the family of strongman Ferdinand Marcos Sr.-has helped triple the Marcos Jr. administration's privatization revenues in the first half of 2025.
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Chot shrugs off Grand Slam miss
So close yet so far. Chot Reyes and TNT once again fell short of making history after their quest for a Grand Slam came to a halt in Game 6 of the PBA Philippine Cup Finals at the hands of San Miguel.
2 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Israel to commence aid airdrops in Gaza
Israel's military announced that airdrops of aid would begin Saturday night in Gaza, and humanitarian corridors will be established for United Nations convoys, after increasing accounts of starvation-related deaths.
3 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Jos Garcia returns with latest song 'Iiwan Na Kita'
Jos Garcia makes a striking return to the music scene with her poignant new single, \"Iiwan Na Kita.
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Improving quality of life: Primary SONA concern
Raising quality of life is the average Filipino family's primary concern, and it stands to reason that this would be the focal point of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) before the joint session of the 20th Congress at the Batasang Pambansa today.
2 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Improved trust rating reflects President Marcos’ strong leadership - Palace
Presidential Communications Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said President Marcos continues to enjoy “strong public support, as indicated in recent survey results.”
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
We’re legal, don’t stifle us – DigiPlus
Leading online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is seeking to find a middle ground with lawmakers where there will be enough regulation but not to the point of stifling the business of licensed operators and even encouraging illegal operations to go legit.
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lighting the future: Signify's "Light & Beyond' reimagines what illumination can do
At a time when smart technology and sustainability are reshaping how we live and work, Signify, formerly known as Philips Lighting, has set out to prove that light can do far more than brighten a room.
2 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
ERC to launch energy ‘sandbox’
To create a more adaptable policy framework for the energy sector, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is pushing to implement a “regulatory sandbox” system where new ideas and solutions can be rigorously tested before wider implementation.
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
11 stabbed in Michigan Walmart
At least 11 people were stabbed in a Walmart in Traverse City, anda suspect was in custody, authorities said Saturday.
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July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM: PhilHealth's streamlined services result of digitalization drive
Highlighting the government's intensified digitalization drive, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced on Friday that availing of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp.'s (PhilHealth) services is now easier for the public.
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
7 NPA fighters dead in Masbate clash
Seven alleged New People's Army (NPA) fighters died during an armed encounter with the military in Uson, Masbate on Sunday morning, July 27.
1 min |
July 28 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gilas gets early test
PH dribblers face formidable Black Bears in friendly game
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