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Manila Bulletin
Fix local agri to grow middle class—MBC
The influential Makati Business Club (MBC), which represents the country's top executives, is urging the government to implement sweeping institutional reforms in the agriculture sector, which it argues is essential to narrow the massive wealth gap between the rich and the poor.
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November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Corruption fear halts infra spending
Spending on hard infrastructure fell by almost a third in the third quarter, simultaneously missing the government's target to ramp up disbursements for the period, as public spending faced tighter scrutiny in the aftermath of the flood-control scandal.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
The joy of early giving: Start a kindness project
It's a week before December and Christmas is in full bloom. It tiptoed in as early as September, humned through October, and by November it is fully alive—glowing in parols, whispering through Jose Mari Chan songs, and flickering on the edges of our busy days.
3 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Sustaining peace after the ink has dried
What happens when the ink in peace agreements has dried? This was the main question on the minds of delegates to the international conference dubbed “After the Peace Agreements: The Bangsamoro and Beyond.” Not only was our question fully answered, but we were also greatly inspired by the peacebuilding work that we have done over the years.
4 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH draws investment despite graft problem
Despite deepening corruption scandals, the Philippines continues to attract foreign investments, supported by the private sector and international partners, the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) said.
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November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Lawyer says FPRRD stoically awaiting ICC ruling on release plea, denies he was found unconscious
Nicholas Kaufman, former president Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel, denied reports that the ex-leader was found unconscious inside his room in the detention facility of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands.
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November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Oceana hits PRA for science- defying claim that reclamation curbs floods
International marine conservation group Oceana criticized the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) after the agency claimed that reclamation projects could help ease flooding, calling the claim “reprehensible” and unsupported by science.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
SM Prime's HANS SY is MAP Management Person of the Year 2025
THE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES (MAP) announced recently the selection of Mr. HANS T. SY, Chair of the Executive Committee of SM Prime Holdings, Inc., as the recipient of the “MAP Management Person of the Year 2025” award.
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November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
BDO backs VITRO, PLDT 's AI-Ready data center arm to power PH digital future
Future-ready digital infrastructure: BDO powers VITRO Santa Rosa, the Philippines' first Al-ready hyperscale data center, advancing the nation's digital competitiveness.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Metro Manila police forces on full alert for Nov. 30 anti-corruption protest
Police forces in Metro Manila will be on the highest security alert status starting Nov. 28 as part of the security measures for the second part of the “Trillion Peso March” set on Nov. 30.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Oikocredit: Investing differently, changing lives
I felt truly honored to be invited as a featured panelist during Oikocredit International’s 50th-anniversary celebration last Nov. 4, held at the stunning Van Nelle Fabriek in Rotterdam.
3 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
3 accused in anomalous flood control project no longer in PH - BI
DPWH engineer arrested in QC
5 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
DOE fast-tracks nuclear accords
The Department of Energy (DOE) said the agency is ramping up efforts to draft more agreements as private-sector interest in nuclear power surges.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
From her poverty
After warning the people about the scribes who seek honor in public places but privately oppress the widows, Jesus notices a poor widow dropping two small coins, nothing compared to the large sums given by the rich at the Temple treasury.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
PH hydropower seeks policy lift
With the country’s renewable energy (RE) capacity continuing to grow, developer group Philhydro Association Inc. expects the hydropower sector to follow suit, noting hundreds of gigawatts (GW) worth of untapped potential.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Jessica Soho, stars reveal their greatest fears
Award-winning Kapuso broadcast journalist Jessica Soho expressed her excitement about presenting \"KMJS' Gabi ng Lagim The Movie,\" featuring three episodes inspired by actual events.
5 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Didipio mine operator renews commitment to local mining
Listed mining firm OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. (OGP) is exploring a potential offset extension to its Didipio mine as part of a long-term strategy to bolster production of gold and copper.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Makings of a future star
Eldrew Yulo captures floor bronze in juniors tilt
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Negros Island's No. 1 most wanted caught
Police nabbed the most wanted person in Negros Island Region (NIR) in Barangay Dos Hermanas, Talisay City, Negros Occidental province on Thursday, Nov. 20.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Introducing bamboo as the future of sustainable building
How Arthaland's Project BEAM continues the conversation on sustainable development and what to expect at its launch event
3 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Hunt is on for Cassandra Ong
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has stepped up its coordination with foreign counterparts to locate Cassandra Ong, a key figure linked to the controversial Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub Lucky South 99.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
AIA RnR rolls out kids' run
The fourth edition of the ever-popular AIA Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Manila presented by ASICS set on Nov. 29 at Rizal Park is gearing up to be more than just an annual year-end racing festival.
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November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro arrested over alleged plot to escape and avoid 27-year prison term
Brazil's federal police on Saturday arrested former president Jair Bolsonaro over suspicion he was plotting to escape and avoid starting a 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Ateneo keeps semis bid alive
Ateneo de Manila University knocked out Adamson University with a commanding 72-61 win and kept its Final Four hopes alive in the UAAP Season 88 Men's Basketball Tournament on Sunday, Nov. 23, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Filipina5 eye breakthrough
The Philippines takes its second crack at giving the home crowd a winning result in the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup on Monday, Nov. 24, when it battles Morocco at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Marcos siblings' rift explodes in public
A dramatic family feud within the country’s most powerful political dynasty burst into public view this week, as Senator Imee Marcos accused her brother, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., of illegal drug use during a major rally in Manila.
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Meting out justice complements economic development
The Philippines relies significantly on the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for its long-term, big-ticket infrastructure and related development projects.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Director Pedring Lopez says PH lacks female action stars
Filipino director Pedring Lopez lamented the studio system in the Philippines, which may limit local actors' potential to take on projects abroad.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Filipino choir wins gold in South Korea
Los Cantantes de Manila sing their way to top prizes at the 2025 Busan Choral Festival and Competition
1 min |
November 24, 2025
Manila Bulletin
Epson and ADHD Society of the Philippines partner to advance inclusion and awareness
Epson Philippines Corporation (EPC) reaffirmed its commitment to accessibility and inclusion by supporting the ADHD Society of the Philippines.
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