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Marcos unveils overhauled teachers’ board examination
In a bid to make the licensure process more relevant and responsive, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said that the long-standing one-size-fits-all teacher board exam would be replaced with a specialization-based Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (BLEPT) starting September 2025.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Discover more adventure and freedom this Holy Week with the new Kia Carnival
As Holy Week approaches, families are gearing up for long-awaited road trips, excited to explore new destinations and create lasting memories. Whether it's the peaceful beaches of Pagudpud or the serene vistas of Bicol, the journey itself is what makes a road trip unforgettable—the shared moments, scenic detours, and the freedom of the open road. The right vehicle can elevate this experience, offering elegant styling, a smooth ride, and features that prioritize convenience and enjoyment. Vehicles like the New Kia Carnival stand out as ideal choices, blending eye-catching designs, premium amenities, and fuel-saving technology. Whether heading to a tranquil beach, a quiet mountain retreat, or an idyllic countryside escape, these vehicles ensure comfort and unforgettable moments along the way.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
All-new Elantra officially unveiled at 2025 MIAS, now available in Hybrid and N Line variants
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) officially reveals the all-new ELANTRA during the 20th Manila International Auto Show. This launch serves as the comeback of one the brand's iconic nameplates.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
BSP: 'Further' rate cuts after 25 bps
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) much-anticipated quarter-point interest rate cut is expected to bolster local economic expansion, especially as global headwinds, including United States (US) tariffs, could weigh on Philippine growth.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Hit the ground running
Ignite your passion for running with Hannah Pangilinan and her club, Just One
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Another Pinoy dies in Myanmar quake
The Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the death of another Filipino in the magnitude-7.7 earthquake in Myanmar on March 28.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH, Morocco renew ties
President Ferdinand R. Marcos and King Mohammed VI of Morocco renewed both countries' relationship as the two nations marked 50 years of diplomatic ties this year.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Scientists map part of a mouse’s brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from “The Matrix,” scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date — a diagram of the wiring connecting 84,000 neurons as they fire off messages.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Soil from the moon's far side suggests drier conditions than the side facing Earth
Soil and rocks returned from the moon’s mysterious far side suggest it may be drier than the side constantly facing Earth, Chinese scientists reported Wednesday.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Robust consumption boosts RFM earnings
Food and beverage firm RFM Corp. aims to grow its revenues and bottom line by midto high single-digit percentages this year, driven by growth in its ice cream, milk, pasta, flour, bread, and mixes segments.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Abby Binay calls for more training programs for teachers
Makati City Mayor and senatorial bet Abby Binay urged the national government to invest more on the professional development of teachers through programs that will enhance their education and training.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Vivant unit supplies water to Metro Cebu
Vivant Corp. announced that its water unit has secured a 25-year supply deal with the Metropoliten Cebu Water District (MCWD) to help address Metro Cebu’s water shortage concerns.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Malabon exec to pursue legal action vs fake news peddlers
Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval confirmed that her legal team is seriously considering legal action against individuals responsible for spreading fake news in the city.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Del Monte takes on more debt
Del Monte Pacific Ltd. (DMPL) reported that its debt burden has increased by $20 million as it took out a loan to settle a dispute with creditors of its US subsidiaries over allegations of default in 2022.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ukraine says more than 150 Chinese mercenaries are fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Ukraine on Wednesday expanded on its claim that significant numbers of Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia’s invading army, saying it had gathered detailed intelligence on more than 150 mercenaries Moscow allegedly recruited through social media. In China, officials called the allegations “totally unfounded.”
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lawyer provided for 3 Filipinos accused of espionage in China
The Philippines has provided a lawyer to defend three Filipinos arrested in China for alleged spying.
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April 11, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Power companies get easier access to capital markets
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) are simplifying the process of raising capital through the capital market by power generation and distribution companies to support their growth and expansion.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The Recto report
If you have three thumbs, use each and every one of them to greet the good news courtesy of Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto: The 15.6 percent growth in GDP is the highest in the last 16 years!
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Digital ID system for SIMs urged
The country's leading telecommunications group is calling on the government to establish a validated database to verify a person's identity, instead of the proposed in-person appearance for SIM (subscriber identity module) registration.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SM Investments: A powerhouse of growth and stability
At an early age, I became aware of Shoemart Carriedo or SM. On my birthday, my moth-Ler would bring me to Quiapo church to hear mass, after which we walked over to the Brown photo studio on Dasmariñas street for my solo por-trait.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
IT-BPM drives PH office mart
The Philippine office market is seen to grow by 16 percent to achieve a net take-up of 490,000 square meters by the end of 2025 and is off to a good start in the first quarter of the year.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Zelenskyy says 2 Chinese were caught fighting alongside Russia
The Ukrainian military has captured two Chinese men fighting alongside the Russian army in the eastern Donetsk region and has information that \"significantly more\" are with Russian forces, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH woos Korean investors with defense, energy, tech incentives
Philippine officials made a fresh pitch to Korean companies to invest in sectors ranging from defense to clean energy, highlighting new incentive packages and strategic opportunities during a business-to-business meeting (B2B) held at the Korea Chamber of Commerce in Seoul on Monday, April 7.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Compliance with safety rules urged as fires hit Taguig, Las Piñas
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Taguig reminded the public to be observant, avoid using dangerous equipment, and follow safety rules as two fires were recorded on April 7.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
North Korean leader’s sister says nuclear status is permanent
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Wednesday mocked Washington and its Asian allies for what she called their \"day-dream\" of denuclearizing the North, insisting that the country will never give up its nuclear weapons program.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Breaking barriers, building community: The women behind Leading Ladies
Working non-stop for over two decades and experiencing an unexpected slowdown during the 2020 lockdown, Cat Ilacad, founder and CEO of Posh Nails Inc., and Rachelle Stern, CEO of Alphabet soup Inc., found themselves reflecting deeply and engaging in meaningful conversations.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Japan firm gets PH green power
Lopez-led First Gen Corp. has partnered with a Japanese multinational industrial gas firm to integrate renewable energy (RE) in its facilities.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
3 baby sharks caught, released
A fisherman in Bulacan got the biggest surprise of his life when instead of shrimps and fishes that he was expecting to catch on his net, three baby sharks were among the wiggling marine resources he considered his catch for the day.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mayor Vico tries to break mold with fewer campaign materials
With the May midterm elections fast approaching, many are still wondering why incumbent Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has fewer campaign materials than other candidates gunning for a seat in the city's local government.
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April 10, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DFA confirms death of Filipino in Myanmar quake; 3 still missing
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the death of one of the four Filipinos reported missing after the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28.
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