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Myanmar scam hubs targeting Pinoys in US – BI
Scam hubs in Myanmar have been targeting Filipino migrants in the United States (US), the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Wednesday, April 2.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
MMDA uncovers payroll scam; 2 employees nabbed, charged
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has discovered a “salary shaving and padding scheme” perpetrated by some of its personnel in the payroll division.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
2 men yield P690K shabu in Makati buy-bust
Two men tagged as high value individuals (HVIs) for their involvement in the illegal drugs trade were nabbed in a buy-bust operation conducted by the Makati City police in Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, police chief Col. Jean Dela Torre said.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Angels seek finals return vs Chargers
Petro Gazz seeks a return trip to the finals when it squares off with the dangerous Akari side today, April 3, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Comelec starts distributing 68 M voter info sheets
More than a month before the May 2025 midterm polls, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) is tasking on another herculean task by earmarking the distribution of over 68 million voter information sheets (VIS) to all registered voters nationwide.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Gov’t ready to repatriate Pinoys in Taiwan if tension escalates
The government is ready to repatriate Filipinos from Taiwan should the situation escalate.
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Grand Slam on the horizon
Without Rondae, Tropang Giga for rare PBA feat
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April 3, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOTr defends LRT-1 fare hike amid calls to overturn it
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has defended the fare increase for Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), scheduled on Wednesday, April 2, despite calls to overturn it due to its impact on commuters.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Is there still hope for the Philippine public healthcare system?
Understanding why health is political
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
MMDA to probe road clearing ops head for berating police officer
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has issued a show cause order (SCO) to its ranking officials in charge of road clearing operations over allegations of abuse of authority when he allegedly berated a police officer in Quezon City.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Remaining years of service no longer a requirement for choice of next SC justices
The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) has deleted the required remaining years of service to the Supreme Court (SC) by applicants if appointed to the post of associate justice or chief justice in a move to encourage more aspirants.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bangkok reviews construction safety after a high-rise was crumpled by an earthquake 800 miles away
Thai authorities said Monday they are investigating why a single office tower block under construction in Bangkok collapsed during Friday’s earthquake that otherwise caused limited damage in the capital.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Stroke survivor speaks again with experimental brain implant
Scientists have developed a device that can translate thoughts about speech into spoken words in real time.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
MVP's MPH eyes at least 4 more hospitals
Metro Pacific Health Corp. (MPH), the Philippines’ largest hospital group and a subsidiary of Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), is looking to acquire four or more hospitals this year.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Alex Calleja on a roll
The success of stand-up comedian Alex Calleja’s Netflix comedy special “Tamang Panahon” paved the way for so many projects for the writer/comedian.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mercy mission to Myanmar
PH deploys 91-member team for quake response
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Chinese military launches large-scale drills around Taiwan
TAIPEI — The Chinese military announced large-scale drills in the waters around Taiwan on Tuesday, as it warned the self-ruled island against seeking independence.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Back in action
Focus on Meralco, TNT as PH Cup begins Friday
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
How movement, skin health, and sisterhood strengthen our longevity
Why staying active and the power of social connection matter
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Japanese PM plans to visit Manila
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is planning to visit the Philippines and Vietnam late this month to seek closer ties with Southeast Asian nations.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PCG names first female 2-star general
A former military officer, who has been consistently rocking the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), made history again as the first-ever two-star general of the agency in charge of the country's maritime security.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Corruption hinders PH-US trade
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has flagged corruption and a flurry of other barriers to trade with the Philippines that the US government seeks to dismantle, in a report released just days before President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PPA to remit record ₱5.20 B in dividends to national treasury
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) will be turning over more than ₱5.2 billion in cash dividends to the national government, the biggest remittance so far following what it described as a sustained revenue growth in its operation last year.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH bags top tourism award at Routes Asia 2025
The Philippines bagged the Destination of the Year at the Routes Asia 2025 Awards in Australia in recognition of the country's efforts in air connectivity and tourism development, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Monday, March 31.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Jack Black, Jason Momoa enter Minecraft universe
LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Jack Black got the call to star in the “Minecraft” movie, the perks were plenty.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lower rice imports expected
The Philippines is expected to see a decline in rice imports in the upcoming marketing year due to a projected increase in rice production, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
South Korea’s Constitutional Court will rule Friday on Yoon’s impeachment
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s Constitutional Court will rule Friday on whether to formally dismiss or reinstate impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol — a decision that either way will likely deepen domestic divisions.
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bank lending slows in Feb.
After hitting a more than two-year high in January 2025, bank lending continued to grow in February but at a slower pace, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sen. Marcos: Who should be followed?
Senator Imee Marcos questioned on Tuesday, April 1 Malacañang's supposed contradictory pronouncements regarding the attendance of government officials to her committee's high-profile investigation on former president Rodrigo Duterte's recent arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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April 2, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Is AI investing guaranteed win?
Lately, my friends have been buzzing about algo-rithmic and AI trading, how it’s now within reach for pretty much anyone. They’re convinced these mathematical models guarantee killer returns, all thanks to their precision and, you know, sheer complexity. Now, that sounds good on paper, but I’m telling you, we need to pump the brakes when it comes to trusting computers with our hard-earned money.
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