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Manila Bulletin
Manila's 'libreng sakay' serves over 308,000 commuters in just 2 days
For thousands of commuters tired of long jeepney waits amid fewer units plying routes due to high fuel costs, a free ride can mean everything.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Muntinlupa LGU saves ₱3-M in fuel as part of austerity measures
The Muntinlupa City government has saved 31,000 liters of fuel, equivalent to ₱3 million, in two weeks as part of its energy conservation measures.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH men's football team falls short of Asian Cup spot
The Philippine men’s football team fell short of reaching the 2027 AFC Asian Cup after a 1-1 draw against host Tajikistan in the qualifiers at the Hisor Central Stadium Tuesday night, March 31.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Pope Leo XIV urges end to US-Israel war on Iran, calls for dialogue
Pope Leo XIV expressed hope that the U.S.-Israel war on Iran could be finished before Easter in remarks to reporters as he left the papal retreat at Castel Gandolfo outside of Rome on Tuesday.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
DTI rejects paper safeguard duties
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) rejected a petition to impose definitive safeguard duties on imported corrugating medium paper, ordering the immediate refund of cash bonds previously collected from importers to shield the local industry.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Wilbert Tolentino's inspiring college comeback at 50
The saying “It’s never too late to learn” perfectly describes the inspiring journey of influencer, businessman, and former talent manager Wilbert Tolentino.
4 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SM bets P6B on Harrison Plaza revival
SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), the integrated property developer controlled by the Sy family, is committing more than P6 billion to the redevelopment of the historic Harrison Plaza site in Manila, which is slated to open in 2027.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Holy Week rituals of tradition
Family traditions pretty much decide what many of us will be doing today, Holy Thursday, and tomorrow, Good Friday.
3 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The ‘Ostrich Effect’
It’s described as “a cognitive bias where people avoid, ignore, or deny uncomfortable or negative information, such as financial, health, or performance data.
4 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Check out this hot pot spot in the Metro
A simple meal can go a long way.
2 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
131 Kalayaan Island features in WPS, Palawan to have PH names
Malacañang disclosed that more than 100 Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) features will be having Philippine names.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
ILLIT all set for comeback with album 'Mamihlapinatapai'
K-pop girl group ILLIT will release their fourth mini-album, “Mamihlapinatapai,” on April 30, marking their return with a bold, candid voice and deeper emotional complexity.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Follow Jesus; discover the power of love, humility
As the nation pauses in solemn reflection this Maundy Thursday, the familiar rituals—Visita Iglesia, processions, and prayers—call for acts deeper than the tradition we have been used to.
2 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PLDT's Davison leads MVP race
If the stars align, PLDT’s Savi Davison could be in line for another Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in the Premier Volleyball League.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Cebu City cops step up drive vs drunk driving
To address the increasing cases of road crashes, authorities here have intensified the campaign against anti-drunk and drugged driving.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Junior golfers brace for summer swing
Junior golf shifts into high gear next week as the Junior Philippine Golf Tour launches its much-anticipated summer circuit, featuring the same two-series format for Luzon and Visayas-Mindanao contenders — but with renewed energy and heightened excitement from the country's top and rising young players.
1 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Where the lagoon leads, the table follows at Plantation Bay
In Mactan, Cebu, a resort known for its water becomes a destination defined by what is served on the plate
3 min |
April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Lagac bags 2 titles in Olongapo
Cebu City’s Miguel Lagac Ill delivered a statement performance, overwhelming local bet Anthony Cosca twice to dominate the Olongapo Tennis Club Junior Age-Group Tennis Championships at the Olongapo City Tennis Courts over the weekend.
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April 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH rises to 8th in Japan investor rankings
The Philippines improved its ranking by a notch to eighth place among the most promising countries for Japanese investments in 2025, despite growing concerns about the country’s labor costs.
2 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH, 6 other ASEAN members tackle Treaty on Transfer of Sentenced Persons
The Philippines and six other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have started negotiations on a proposed Treaty on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons (TTSP).
1 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Rice imports to hit 5.1M MT
The Philippines’ rice imports may increase to over five million metric tons (MT) in the upcoming marketing year (MY) 2026-2027 to plug the shortfall in domestic production, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
1 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
More BSP hikes seen on inflation
Deutsche Bank Research sees up to three rate hikes by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) amid rising inflation expectations, including a possible 19-month-high headline rate for March.
3 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Pag-IBIG Fund to maintain 3% socialized housing rate under Expanded 4PH amid Middle East conflict
Pag-IBIG Fund said it shall maintain its 3% annual interest rate for qualified socialized housing loans under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program, keeping homeownership affordable at a time when the conflict in the Middle East continues to unsettle global oil markets and drive volatility in oil prices.
3 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Blue alert raised in Manila for Holy Week; roads closed for Good Friday procession
The Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Office raised the Blue Alert as part of the preparations for Holy Week 2026, signaling heightened readiness across the capital for any emergency or unforeseen event during the religious observances.
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April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Manila raises to ₱3,500 daily subsidy to 'libreng-sakay' jeepney drivers
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso announced on Tuesday, March 31, that the city gov-ernment is increasing its subsidy for jeepney drivers participating in its “libreng-sakay” (free ride) initiative from P3,000 to P3,500 following the overwhelming success of the program’s rollout and the new round of oil price hikes.
2 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Countries embracing smoke-free alternatives see faster declines in smoking
Countries that embrace smoke-free alternatives such as e-cigarettes, heated tobacco and nicotine pouches are experiencing a faster decline in cigarette smoking compared to those with restrictive policies, according to a series of international studies and historical data.
3 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Avoid heat stress during Holy Week
As churches fill and families travel to provinces for traditional Holy Week observances, many Filipinos will once again spend long hours under the sun during one of the hottest times of the year.
1 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Marcos admin secures oil deal with 5 nations
The Marcos administration has secured commitments from five nations to bolster its fuel inventory, with the Department of Energy (DOE) preparing to import more than one million barrels of diesel this April to shield the economy from global market volatility.
3 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Keep prices stable beyond April 16, gov't appeals to manufacturers
While the government has been assured that there will be no increases on prices of basic goods until April 16, a possible spike beyond that may be inevitable.
1 min |
April 1, 2026
Manila Bulletin
A night in motion
'A Chorus Line' opens gala night at Samsung Performing Arts Theater with star-studded red carpet
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