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Manila Bulletin
The meaning, importance, and relevance of resilience
One of the most-applauded portions of the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) would have to be when President Marcos mentioned the flood control projects—and how so many of them were failures, riddled with substandard work, or worse, figments of the imagination.
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August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Del Monte turns profit after US operations shed
Despite recognizing significant losses from its struggling US division, Del Monte Pacific Limited reported a profit for its latest fiscal year after reclassifying its American operations as discontinued.
1 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Senate eyes probe of flood control projects, water deals
The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee is planning to conduct a motu propio investigation into the reported corruption in flood control projects and unfair water joint venture agreements (JVAs), Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said.
1 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Herod had arrested John
While Herod Antipas is referred to as “king,” he is accurately designated as the tetrarch (“ruler of the fourth part”).
2 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Your blissful stay in this emerging city awaits
A glimpse into this staycation favorite in Clark
2 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
8 NPA rebels killed in N. Samar clashes
Eight members of the New People’s Army were killed and eight high-powered firearms were recovered in two consecutive encounters in the hinterlands of Barangay San Isidro, Las Navas, Northern Samar, Thursday.
1 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Daniel Padilla tells sister: 'Showbiz life is not easy'
Kapamilya star Daniel Padilla is thrilled about his latest milestone after he was recently named Outstanding Asian Star at the 2025 Seoul International Drama Desk Awards in South Korea.
3 min |
August 02 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos confident on new Army chief
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. yesterday expressed confidence that new Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete will maintain the Army’s integrity and professionalism.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Increased SSS pensions in ‘25-’27
The state-run Social Security System (SSS) will roll out a pension reform program (PRP) starting September, granting higher monthly pensions, with an up to 33-percent increase for beneficiaries over three years.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
60% gov't share in Malampaya project includes contractors' income taxes, SC rules
The Supreme Court (SC) has reversed the ruling of the Commission on Audit (COA) as it declared that the 60-percent share of the government in the profits from the Malampaya Natural Gas Project includes the income taxes of its private contractors.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Rice output in 2025 on track for all-time record
The country’s rice production is expected to reach an all-time high this year, as government interventions and improved weather conditions drove strong output in the first half, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Alas faces stern test vs Thais
Alas Pilipinas faces a stern test when it battles regional powerhouse and host Thailand on the opening day of the 2025 Southeast Asia (SEA) Women’s V.League Leg1in Nakhon Ratchasima Friday, Aug. 1.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Delays hamper ODA-funded infra
Six out of 45 projects flagged as problematic in 2023 by the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) have been removed from the list of critical-stage projects, a top official said.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH concedes losing out to Vietnam's growth
Citing a lackluster performance that the Philippine economy has been showing since its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, climbing to the high-income-status target 15 years from now could be impossible, the country’s chief socioeconomic planner stated.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos all set for 5-day state visit to India
President Marcos will embark on a five-day state visit to India from Aug. 4 to 8, 2025, upon the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Malacañang announced on Thursday, July 31.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Independent flood control probe pushed
Expressing fears of a whitewash, Senator Panfilo Lacson on Thursday, July 31, 2025, said he will push for an independent audit and investigation of the flood control projects as he scored some “shameless hypocrites” who applauded President Marcos’ rebuke when he raised the anomalies during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA).
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Thailand, Cambodia reaffirm ceasefire
Thailand and Cambodia reaffirmed their shaky ceasefire on Wednesday after China helped mediate a peace process to end days of border fighting.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
House forms West Philippine Sea panel, five other special committees
The House of Representatives has started organizing so-called special committees, including the Committee on the West Philippine Sea, and named six congressmen to become its respective chairpersons.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
‘Mahiya naman kayo’: A call to conscience in ending corruption
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s striking rebuke—“Mahiya naman kayo! (Shame on you)” —echoes louder than most political pronouncements in recent memory.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Daunting mission for Gilas 12
Nationals arrive in Jeddah for Asia Cup
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Black eyed as SEAG coach
Current Meralco consultant and Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas grassroots program head Norman Black is set to become the head coach of the Gilas Pilipinas team that will see action in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Hyundai's new electrified trio
Hyundai introduces new Ioniq 5, Ioniq 9, and Palisade Hybrid
3 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
'Friend to all' policy backed
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) backed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s “friend to all” foreign policy, emphasizing its commitment to forge relationships and strengthen alliances with the global community.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Korean film industry eyes global audiences
As the Korean film industry grapples with a domestic market increasingly dominated by streaming services, production companies are aggressively pivoting toward international markets.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Asian Hospital offers new hope to cancer patients with country’s only CyberKnife
A game-changer has arrived in the Philippines—the revolutionary CyberKnife S7, the first and only one of its kind in the country. Now available to offer Filipino patients an innovative approach to cancer treatment, the CyberKnife S7 delivers unmatched precision, fewer sessions, and a noninvasive alternative to traditional radiation therapy.
3 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
‘Zero balance billing’ explained: Do patients really pay nothing?
Healthcare-related expenses remain a major cause of debt and poverty among Filipinos.
4 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Nuclear permit rules out soon
The Department of Energy (DOE) is preparing a circular for the nuclear sector, a month after the law establishing the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (PhilATOM) was ratified, to guide stakeholders on the new energy source.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Tambalque, Sison soar
Patrick Tambalque capitalized on Shinichi Suzuki's mid-round meltdown and held on through a turbulent finish in blustery conditions to save a 78 and secure a dramatic one-stroke victory in the boys' 15-18 division, while Gabriela Sison stamped her class in the girls' side despite a shaky round in the ICTSI Riviera Golf Junior PGT Championship here on Thursday, July 31.
1 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Looking out for Angel Locsin
PASSERBY: One best way to get rid of the so-called excesses that usually characterize the yearly State of the Nation Address (SONA) of the President of the Republic is to do away with the wives of government officials.
2 min |
August 1, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Correct, conceal, conquer
Learn how to choose the right color correctors and application techniques for a smooth, radiant complexion
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