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Manila Bulletin
DOTr de-risks NSCR with ADB credit shield
The Philippines is planning to borrow up to $800 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as a partial credit guarantee (PCG) to ensure timely payments to the winning operator of North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR).
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PAL’s Manila-Chicago nonstop nears takeoff
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is seeking expedited approval from the United States (US) Department of Transportation (DOT to launch nonstop flights between Manila and Chicago for the upcoming summer season.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
BIR shifts from taxing to dismantling POGOs
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has pivoted from taxing to dismantling the country’s offshore gaming industry, formalizing the enforcement phase of the total ban signed into law by President Marcos four months ago.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH vows 'concrete deliverables' to promote, protect human rights in ASEAN
The Philippines pledged to pursue “concrete deliverables” to strengthen the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and advance the promotion and protection of human rights in the region as it assumed the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Chairship for 2026.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
No Filipino casualties so far in Middle East attacks—Marcos
President Marcos assured the public that no Filipino has been reported killed or injured amid the escalating exchanges between Israel, the United States, and Iran in the Middle East.
5 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Iran's supreme leader killed in major attack by US and Israel
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday, throwing the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raising the risk of regional instability.
6 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Gov't spending efficiency plummets
Government agencies began the year with the sharp contraction in spending efficiency, utilizing less than half of their available cash allocations as of January and raising concerns over the pace of public service delivery.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Hundreds of thousands of travelers stranded by flight disruptions after attack on Iran
America and Israel's attack on Iran disrupted flights across the Middle East and beyond Saturday as countries around the region closed their airspace and key airports that connect Europe, Africa and the West to Asia were directly hit by strikes.
4 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Philippine Space Agency deploys satellite mapping to protect Palawan's ecosystems and Tubbataha's coral reefs
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) has signed five-year agreements with two of the country's most important environmental authorities to bring satellite-derived mapping technology to bear on conservation efforts in Palawan and the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Unbeaten Tamaraws
FEU sweeps Adamson; Blue Eagles escape Green Spikers
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Why the DICT should build its own Blockchain?
As blockchain adoption becomes a cornerstone of modern governance, the Philippines faces a defining policy decision: should it rely on third-party platforms and grant-funded programs, or should it invest in building its own sovereign blockchain infrastructure?
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Unity in faith
As the blessed month of Ramadan unfolds in the Bangsamoro and the rest of the Muslim world, millions of believers are engaging in fasting, prayer, and reflection.
3 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Meralco seeking 300-MW supply
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is seeking government approval to launch a new round of competitive bidding for electricity supply as the country’s largest power distributor moves to plug potential deficits in its portfolio.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
House panel starts looking into VP Sara impeachment complaints
The House Committee on Justice, chaired by Batangas 2nd district Rep. Gerville \"Jinky Bitrics\" Luistro, will begin to scrutinize the four impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday morning, March 2.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
KMJS: Stories that shaped a nation
In a media landscape dominated by rapid change and constant distraction, Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS) stands out by staying grounded in stories that inform, connect, and resonate.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Velaris books PCL Asia Finals berth
Team Velaris blended skill, poise and championship composure to outlast the SABR squad in a pulsating 23-21 gold medal showdown, ruling the PCL (Pickleball Champions League) Rising Stars U19 Sectional Tournament at Pickletown here over the weekend.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Converge, Macau in Comm's Cup opener
The souped up Converge team is parading its retooled roster right on the opening day of the PBA Season 50 Commissioner's Cup according to the eliminations schedule released by the league office over the weekend.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Harvard OPM 36 reunion in the Philippines: A journey of culture, learning, and friendship
From Feb. 8 to 14, Mr. Bernie Liu and I had the privilege of co-hosting the Harvard Business School's OPM 36 Reunion in the Philippines.
3 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
BSP eyes longer terms for salary-based loans
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is moving to scrap the five-year cap on salary loan maturities, a policy shift aimed at easing the debt-servicing burden on public and private sector employees as local credit growth touches multiyear lows.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Justice beyond borders: Why the ICC hearings matter to every Filipino
The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) hearings on the Duterte administration’s war on drugs have once again thrust the Philippines into the global spotlight.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Lella Ford & Caprice Cayetano emerged as big winners in PBB Collab Edition 2.0
Lella Ford was crowned the Kapamilya Big Winner, while Caprice Cayetano claimed the title of Kapuso Big Winner during the much-anticipated Big Night of \"Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0\" in a historic finale held on Feb. 28.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Honor X5c Plus gets exclusive discount in Shopee's 3.3 Sale
Honor Philippines just announced its newest smartphone Honor X5c Plus through a partnership with Shopee Philippines.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH records reset in Tokyo
Sonny Wagdos and Artjoy Torregosa shattered national records at the 2026 Tokyo Marathon on Sunday, March 1.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PBA import cast complete
The cast of imports in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner's Cup is finally complete.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Be merciful, just as [also] your father is merciful
It is always a joy to minister to young penitents, especially those who are preparing for their First Communion.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Bela Padilla, Carlo Aquino share special memories they treasure
Actors Bela Padilla and Carlo Aquino reunite in the drama movie \"A Special Memory\" under Viva Films, which will be shown nationwide beginning March 11.
3 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Time to enact anti-dynasty law that institutes good governance
In a welcome convergence of civic conscience and business leadership, 31 of the country's leading business and civic organizations have publicly called for the enactment of an anti-political dynasty law.
2 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Local chief execs unite behind President Marcos Jr.'s historic-high grassroots dev't boost
In an inspiring display of multipartisanship in pursuit of national development, some 200 local chief executives from across the country trooped to Malacañan Palace on Feb. 23, 2026 for the launch of this year's Local Government Support Fund (LGSF), which aims to move national government support faster to communities on the ground.
3 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
DepEd vows data-driven education reforms
The Department of Education (DepEd) reaffirmed its commitment to data-driven and evidence-based reforms during the National Basic Education School Research Congress 2026.
1 min |
March 2, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Juan GDL makes mark
Even just by seeing his first game in Gilas Pilipinas uniform, national team head coach Tim Cone is already convinced that Juan Gomez de Liano is going to be a mainstay in the team.
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