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Ayala profit surges on Mynt revaluation
Ayala Corp., the country’s oldest conglomerate, reported a sharp increase in profits for the first nine months of the year, driven by a onetime gain tied to the revaluation of its stake in GCash owner Mynt.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Skin smart
3 new anti-aging solutions—which one works best for you?
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
One Young World opened the door; build AI for every language
On Nov. 6, I stood on the One Young World stage at ICM Messe Munich, looking out at 2,500 young leaders from 190 countries. The room fell quiet as I introduced myself in Kinaray-a, my mother tongue from Western Visayas in the Philippines. It was a short greeting, but for me it felt like bringing my whole community into a space where our language is almost never heard.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Meet the new BIR chief: Mendoza the ‘solution-finder’
Mendoza’s appointment is effective immediately and follows the sudden, unexpected departure of his predecessor, Romeo Lumagui Jr.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Choose unity over conflict if we hope to rise as a nation
The launch of Oplan Kontra Baha, the government’s Greater Metro Manila Waterways Clearing and Cleaning Operations initiative, is a critical step in the right direction—not only in addressing the chronic flooding that has long plagued the capital region but also in rekindling a spirit the nation has sorely missed: genuine collaboration between government and the private sector for the common good.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Charo glorious at 70
Three of the country’s leading men, dapper in their suits, handsome in their film star aura, serenaded Ms. Charo Santos-Concio, as she celebrated her golden (50th) anniversary in media and entertainment at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila on Nov. 5. The event was also in celebration of Charo’s 70th birth anniversary.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Teenage boy saves 5O during “Tino’ onslaught
Jayboy Magdadaro, a 15-year-old resident of Barangay Jubay, Liloan, has become the talk of the town when he saved at least 50 residents when Tino battered Cebu on Nov. 4.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
A new wave of fun at SM City La Union
Surf's up, La Union—a fresh wave is rolling in with sun-soaked hangs, immersive art, and first-in-the-region finds that match Elyu's laid-back cool.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM vows to accelerate public spending to spur economic growth
President Marcos vowed to boost public spending in a bid to spur recovery amid the country's slower third quarter economic growth, which he attributed to climate disruptions and global headwind.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Mitsubishi's electrified adventure vision
The Elevance Concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show 2025
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cignal snaps ZUS streak
Cignal snapped ZUS Coffee’s imposing six-game winning streak with an emphatic 25-12, 26-24, 25-23 victory on Thursday, Nov. 13, to strengthen its quarterfinal bid in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
When fiction floods reality
Tropical Cyclone Tino made landfall in the Visayas region in early November, bringing with it destructive rains, strong winds, and widespread flooding that affected more than 2.4 million people. As the disaster garnered both regional and global attention, content creators seized the opportunity — posting and circulating Al-generated images of submerged vehicles, animals, and homes.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
JG Summit core earnings up 24%
Reduced liabilities from its mothballed petrochemical unit, combined with stronger performances in travel and real estate, helped propel core earnings at JG Summit Holdings Inc. (JG Summit), the country’s second-largest conglomerate by market value.
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November 14, 2025
Manila Bulletin
No incomplete flood control projects in Davao City - DPWH
DAVAO CITY - The Department of Public Works and Highways here on Tuesday denied Bicol.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Dancing through life
Jerome Luna had to master his performing skills before achieving his goal of working in an entertainment hub in Thailand. (dapat daw mahasa! parang knife lang!)
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
ERC halts power disconnections until year-end in typhoon-hit areas
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has ordered all distribution utilities (DUs) to suspend power line disconnections until the end of the year, following the devastation wrought by Typhoons “Tino” and “Uwan.”
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The saints come marching to BGC
The beloved Quezon City restaurant makes its way to Bonifacio Global City with a new Asian-forward menu that blends craftsmanship, creativity, and comfort
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
When it rains...
... It pours.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Subpar economic growth to linger
Following the 4.5-year low gross domestic product (GDP) expansion in the third quarter of 2025, Singapore-based Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp. Ltd. (OCBC) has sharply lowered its Philippine growth forecast for the year to below five percent.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The stories the typhoon debris tell
When the skies finally calm and the floodwaters recede, what remains is far more than wet houses and broken trees: The debris that floats tell a deeper story.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bloomberg profit plunges amid losses
Bloomberry Resorts Corp. reported a 95-percent plunge in consolidated net income for the first nine months of the year on the back of ballooning losses in the third quarter as the international high-roller market remains weak while expenses increased for its new online gaming business.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tigers keep semis bid alive
UST stays in Final 4 race; UE winless in 12 games
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Bizmen suffer losses from ‘Uwan’
Businessmen suffered loss- es as super typhoon “Uwan” battered this province this week.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Eala joins elite field in Macau
Days after Christmas, the country’s top netter Alex Eala hopes to give Filipinos another reason to celebrate as she returns to action in the 2025 Macau Tennis Masters set on Dec. 27 to 28.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Rising defense budget may cut social programs
Higher defense spending in the Philippines could force cuts to other government programs, according to London-based think tank Capital Economics, even as the country grapples with slowing economic growth and recurring natural disasters.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
LTFRB holds public consultations on proposed fare hikes
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) started holding at the LTFRB Central Office in Quezon City on Wednesday, Nov. 12, public consultations with transport groups and other stakeholders, which have sought fare increases, amid the string of fuel rate increases imposed by energy companies.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'To You, Toyota': Mobility with a human face
At Japan Mobility Show, world's largest automaker presents the vehicles designed for a specific 'you'
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Carla Abellana & Loisa Andalio on ghosts, supernatural beings
Carla Abellana and Loisa Andalio are excited to be part of the iconic horror movie franchise \"Shake, Rattle and Roll: Evil Origins\" under Regal Entertainment Inc., one of the official entries to the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SMIC profit rises on banking, property
SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) reported that its nine-month profit increased, driven by the sustained performance of its banking and property businesses, which helped the conglomerate navigate challenges from bad weather and flooding.
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November 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH bets chase Taiwan crown
A determined 20-player contingent from the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour is gearing up to make history as it sets out to finally capture a long-sought first victory on the Taiwan LPGA Tour (TLPGA).
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