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Manila Bulletin
What is a rheumatological disease?
The immune system remains overstimulated and does not calm down even after the infection is resolved.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Manila reports 106% increase in new business registrations
The city government of Manila on Tuesday, Feb. 17, reported a steady increase in business registrations, with 1,243 establishments applying for new permits.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ramadhan: A time for reflection and community
Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Can this TikTok trend for babies help adults too?
How effective is tummy time for grown-ups
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Malaysia and Japan plan major cross-border carbon capture project, despite climate benefit doubts
Japan wants to ship carbon emissions to Malaysia in a first-of-its-kind project in Southeast Asia for carbon capture and storage, a widely debated process that critics say is more symbolic than effective in curbing climate change.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Celebrating modern vision and craft
ALT Art 2026 brings a joyful gathering for contemporary Filipino artists
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Blu Girls given wild card
The Philippine Blu Girls' Olympic dream just got a huge lift after securing a wild card berth in the 2026 WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group Stage in Lima, Peru on July 14 to 18.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
A grateful heart is a healthy heart
How to keep your heart healthy beyond diet and exercise
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Jinggoy Estrada, 4 co-respondents in plunder charge need court permission to leave PH
Sen. Jinggoy Ejerci-to Estrada and his four corespondents in a plunder charge at the Department of Justice (DOJ) will have to seek court permission to leave the country, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Operators of 116 PUV terminals ordered to fix run down facilities
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has issued 116 show cause orders and notice of violations in the continuing crackdown on bus and public utility vehicle (PUV) terminals with dilapidated facilities.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Rep. Marcos' travel tax abolition push gains traction in Senate
House Majority Leader Ilocos Norte 1st district Rep. Sandro Marcos' push for the abolition of the travel tax is gaining traction in the Senate.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Overhaul of procurement system planned to lure 'legitimate' builders back to DPWH
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) plans to launch an expedited procurement system modeled after the national “green lane” program, seeking to lure top-tier builders back to government projects following a series of corruption scandals involving flood-control contracts.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
DND: PH's renewed defense pact with Italy to boost maritime security
The Department of National Defense (DND) said the renewed defense agreement between the Philippines and Italy will help strengthen maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region and deepen bilateral military ties.
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February 18, 2026
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Marcos declares six local holidays
Malacañang said President Marcos has declared special nonworking days in six areas to allow residents to fully participate in their respective local celebrations.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Sual Power wins baseload contract
Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Meralco is set to tap Sual Power Inc. (SPI) for its baseload capacity after the San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-led firm submitted the most competitive offer during a recent competitive selection process (CSP).
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Eala drops to No. 47
Alex Eala dropped seven notches to No. 47 in the latest Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings Tuesday, Feb. 17.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ateneo rules Play Golf Interschool
Ateneo de Manila University captured the 2025-2026 Play Golf Interschool Golf Championship title after outlasting La Salle Zobel School, 3-2, in the Finals on Feb. 15 at Royal Northwoods Golf Club.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Manila Doctors Hospital's Cardiovascular Center: Trusted care for every heart
Health begins with awareness, and at the center of life's everyday rhythm is a heart that never takes a break, quietly carrying people forward until it asks to be heard.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Trimester system still a proposal – DepEd
“We take these views seriously as we acknowledge that structural reform and systemic issues, such as classroom shortage and teacher welfare, are not mutually exclusive,” the agency stated.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Chinese warships spotted during PH-US-Australia drills in West PH Sea
Two People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) warships were sighted near the southeastern portion of Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough or Panatag Shoal) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) during the 14th Philippine-United StatesAustralia Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) on Monday, Feb. 16.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Senakulo: A healing concert
Today, Feb. 18, Catholics and many Christians in the Philippines observe Ash Wednesday as the solemn doorway into the sacred season of Lent.
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February 18, 2026
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Still no sign of Atong Ang despite series of operations
Fugitive gambling magnate Charlie “Atong’’
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Expectations are low for the latest US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine
A Ukrainian delegation was heading to Geneva on Monday for another round of U.S.-brokered talks with Russian officials, ahead of next week’s fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
'It's everyone's magic'
Gregorio credits collective effort in PSC success
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February 18, 2026
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Teach in the language of home
The newest assessment snapshots should end the era of excuses.
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February 18, 2026
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Customs chief orders tobacco firm registry
All district and sub-port collectors have been ordered by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) chief to identify all legitimate cigarette and tobacco firms operating inside economic zones in a bid to combat smuggling.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The spiritual side of leadership
The Manila Bulletin is publishing our column today during what is perhaps one of the “holiest” days in the world.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Megawide targets 100k housing units
Megawide Construction Corp. is aiming to build as many as 100,000 socialized housing units valued at P180 billion under the government’s flagship housing program, as the company scales up its industrial precast capabilities to address a chronic national shortage.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Cantada, NU seek 2nd win
Sam Cantada tries to lead reigning champion National University anew when they go two in a row against the Shai Nitura-led Adamson in the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion in Manila Wednesday, Feb. 18.
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February 18, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SM Prime eyes higher ‘26 profits
Despite prevailing challenges in the real estate industry, SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) expects to surpass the record profits it earned last year and is supporting its continued growth in 2026 with a capital expenditure (capex) budget of P100 billion.
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