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NSC assails China's plan in Bajo de Masinloc
The National Security Council (NSC) firmly opposed the newly announced plan of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to establish a national nature reserve at Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough or Panatag Shoal) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Laurean Residences hits P8B in pre-launch sales
Ayala Land Premier reported brisk sales for its newest luxury development, Laurean Residences, with reservations already amounting to almost P8 billion even before its official launch.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Failing memory, health cited in seeking halt to Duterte trial
The legal team of former president Rodrigo Duterte claimed that the former strongman would not be able to “meaningfully participate” in the International Criminal Court (ICC) trial against him due to his deteriorating health, which makes him unfit to face legal proceedings.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SERVICES AT THE TAP OF ONE'S FINGER
Through the eGov PH Super App, Filipinos can now access more than 100 government services, including getting permits, licenses, renewing IDs and registrations with the tap of their fingers.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Political turmoil weakens peso
Japanese financial giant MUFG said the ongoing political turmoil over anomalies in flood control projects could weigh on the Philippine peso, while other economists expect foreign investments to steer clear of the Philippines.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
LABOR, EDUCATION AND HEALTH
Even as unemployment has gone down to below 4%, the DOLE, DTI, DSWD, DOT and other agencies continue to implement measures to create jobs and livelihood opportunities; provide capital for micro, small and medium enterprises.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
LA labor attaché in Lacson exposé recalled for flood probe
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has directed Labor Attaché Macy Monique Maglanque to return to the Philippines and face the Senate’s investigation on flood control anomalies after being named ina privilege speech by Blue Ribbon Committee chair Senator Panfilo Lacson.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Cross, the symbol of victory
Once a husband had a quarrel with his wife. He went to church and when he came home, he suddenly lifted his wife and carried her around. The startled wife said, \"Why did you do that? Did the priest tell you to be romantic?
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Aboitiz inks loan for solar project
Aboitiz Renew-ables, Inc. (ARI) announced its Zambales solar power plant, which is nearing completion, has secured a financing deal with the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).
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September 13, 2025
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President Marcos cites steady growth in PH-Cambodia trade, business trust
\"With continued collaboration, I am confident that our economic ties will expand further.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Time to take action
This week, a diverse group of individuals and organizations gathered in Quezon City and took the initiative to call for a rally against corruption and nepotism on Sept. 21 at the Luneta.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
UP students stage 'Black Friday' walkout vs corruption, budget cuts
Several students and faculty members of the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman walked out of their classrooms for a “Black Friday” protest on Sept. 12, to denounce alleged corruption in government projects and the recent budget cuts in education.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Globe gets fresh funds for capex
Globe Telecom Inc. has signed a term loan facility of ®5 billion with Bank of Commerce (BankCom), the banking arm of San Miguel Corp., to bankroll expansion projects and other financing needs.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SMIC sells Nagtahan lot to unit for luxury project
The Sy family’s flagship SM Investments Corp. is selling a prime lot near Malacañan in Manila to its property development arm, SM Prime Holdings Inc., while preparing a corporate vehicle for its first premium residential project under the newly launched Signature Series brand.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Study links more frequent heat waves to pollution from fossil fuel producers
Fifty-five heat waves over the past quarter-century would not have happened without human-caused climate change, according toa study published Wednesday.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Manila court grants bail to Teves
Detained former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. was allowed to post bail on one of his murder cases by a Manila court, his legal counsel announced on Friday, Sept. 12.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
TUPAD: A lifeline for the jobless
A job—even one that lasts only a few days—can mean the difference between food on the table or going to bed with an empty stomach for many Filipino families.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Floods and the hidden cost of corruption and mismanagement
Knee-deep in Caloocan’s floodwaters, Dion Angelo dela Rosa risked his health and safety in search of his missing father, who had not come home on July 22, 2025.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
South Korean workers released after days of detention in Georgia return home
More than 300 South Korean workers detained in an immigration raid in the United States last week were brought back home on a charter plane on Friday.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Zaragosa wins by 2
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL — In a test of precision and smart play versus power, Rupert Zaragosa once again proved that pinpoint iron game and a deft putting touch can overcome sheer distance, winning the ICTSI Negros Occidental Classic here — this time in full, across 72 holes.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Upper Wawa Dam's reservoir to release water for 1-2 weeks starting Sept. 13
The Rodriguez Municipal Government is advising residents whose houses lie near the rivers in the municipality to be prepared and alert for possible rise in the water level of rivers due to the release of water from the dam's reservoir beginning September 13.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
US to provide P13.8-B health aid to PH
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also confirmed the new assistance, saying \"the Trump Administration, working with Congress, plans to allocate $250 million in new assistance to the Philippines to address acute public health challenges.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
₱34-M fake products seized
Suspected counterfeit products of luxury brand Louis Vuitton worth about P34 million have been seized by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) in Bulacan.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
More cops deployed ahead of Sept 21 protest; UP students stage walkout
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has increased the number of cops deployed in Metro Manila to guard against possible unrest as public discontent mounts over alleged corruption in government flood control projects, leading thousands to take their grievances to the streets for the Black Friday protest on Friday, Sept. 12.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Unified 911 hotline to be operational starting this year
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) assured the public that the “Unified 911 System\", the single number for emergency and distress calls, will be fully operational within the year.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos hails farmers as pillars of food security
President Ferdinand Marcos paid tribute to Filipino farmers, calling them the backbone of the nation's food security, and honoring their sacrifices, as he led the Gawad Agraryo 2025 ceremony in San Juan City.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Teachers to get faster promotion in DepEd's new progression system
Teachers in public schools can now look forward to faster and fairer promotions as the Department of Education (DepEd) officially operation-alizes the Expanded Career Progression (ECP) system—a reform designed to recognize merit, reduce dependence on vacancies, and provide clearer pathways for professional growth.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH seeks Japanese RE investment
The Department of Energy (DOE) is actively seeking more investors from Japan to bolster the Philippines' renewable energy (RE) sector.
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Red-hot Eala faces Tjen
Pinay ace tests mettle against Indonesian rival
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September 13, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PBBM launches historic SSS Pension Reform Program
For the first time in 11 years, Social Security System (SSS) pensioners will receive an increase in their monthly pension.
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