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Philippines unemployment rate rose to 3.9% in March

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The unemployment rate in the Philippines slightly picked up to 3.9 percent in March 2025 from 3.8 percent in February, but stayed at the...

PBBM to PMA grads: ‘Invisible wars’ up

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Prepare for modern battles, cyber threats President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday urged the graduates of the Philippine Military Academy to embrace modern warfare with both mental acuity and compassion, encouraging them to serve the nation with dignity and honor. Addressing the PMA “Siklab-Laya” Class of 2025 during their commencement exercises at Fort General Gregorio del Pilar in Baguio City, the President highlighted the importance of character and intellect in military...

Romualdez will retain House Speakership in 20th Congress—solons

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Two House leaders are confident that Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) president Martin...

No reason to delay De Lima’s proclamation as party-list rep—Comelec

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said Friday it will go ahead with...

Influencer’s murder shows dark side of Mexican social media fame

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Trigger warning: This story deals with cold-blooded violence.  Zapopan, Mexico—With her followers watching on...

Marcos eyes deeper diplomatic ties with five nations

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his intent to strengthen the existing Philippine...

Comelec moves proclamation of party-list winners to May 19

ELECTIONS 2025 Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) postponed the proclamation of party-list winners to...

Myanmar quake victims’ ashes to arrive in Negros Oriental next week

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The cremated remains of four overseas Filipino workers (OFWs)—including two from Negros...
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Elections 2025

ELECTIONS 2025

Electoral board members to get more cash from Comelec

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Members of the Electoral Boards (EBs) who served during the May 12 midterm elections...

No reason to delay De Lima’s proclamation as party-list rep—Comelec

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said Friday it will go ahead with the proclamation...

Comelec moves proclamation of party-list winners to May 19

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) postponed the proclamation of party-list winners to Monday, May...

Voter turnout highest ever for mid-term elections

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) reported that voter turnout reached a record high 81.65%...
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TOP STORIES

Comelec hails ‘historic’ midterm polls: Fastest canvassing, proclamation; youth-driven turnout

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Commission on Elections chairman George Erwin Garcia said the recently concluded polls were “historic”...

DMW investigating questionable P1.4-b land deal under ex-OWWA head

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“We will perform the necessary audit. We will seek the required legal opinion from...

House leaders: Continuity; VP to Pulong: Vie for speaker

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Leaders of the House of Representatives met for the first time Friday afternoon following...

DILG advises LGUs: Adopt electronic payment systems

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The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has called on all local...
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NEWS

Electoral board members to get more cash from Comelec

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Members of the Electoral Boards (EBs) who served during the May 12 midterm elections...

Sara Duterte to PMA grads: Uphold truth, integrity

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Vice President Sara Duterte on Saturday called on the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) “SIKLAB...

PH, South Korea boost security cooperation for nationals

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The Philippines and South Korea have agreed to enhance security coordination to protect Korean...

Mother nabbed for selling daughter as mail-order bride

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A Filipino mother was intercepted at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 for...

DSWD enhances protocols for children affected by armed conflicts

Maricel Cruz -
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is finalizing updated protocols to improve...

US eyes reality TV citizenship battle

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Washington -- The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is considering taking part in...
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OPINION

Digital punch

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Coping with security challenges

HOPES are high the newly transitioned Western Naval Command, from the old Naval Forces...
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COLUMNISTS

Public and private nuisance (Part 2)

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“The Supreme Court declared that spouses Calimlim’s structures are public nuisance having been erected...

Taiwan’s commitment to public health

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“Taiwan has accumulated a great deal of experience and best practices in international medical...

Partnership to promote healthcare access

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“BUCAS centers aim to address health care gaps especially for the marginalized and decongest...

Good job, Bam and Kiko

Manila Standard Ernesto M. Hilario -
“Akbayan’s record in electoral politics has gone through highs and lows, and this election...

Public and private nuisance

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“What sets a nuisance per se apart from one per accidens is its characteristic...

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NATIONAL

Fil-Canadian wins record $80m Lotto Max jackpot

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Surrey, Canada — A Filipino-Canadian father from Surrey has become Canada’s biggest solo lottery...

Rabe becomes 9th Pinoy to summit Everest

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Rhisael Rabe has become the ninth Filipino mountaineer to successfully reach the summit of...

Mindanao lawmaker: Voters reject fear, back impeachment

Maricel Cruz -
Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers dismissed claims that the impeachment complaint against...

DOT crafts tourism plan amid San Juanico repairs

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The Department of Tourism (DOT) in Eastern Visayas has rolled out new strategies to...
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WORLD NEWS

Bomb at fertility clinic in California kills one

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An explosion outside a California fertility clinic Saturday killed one person in what the...

Supreme Court blocks Trump plan on deportations

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The US Supreme Court on Friday blocked a bid by the Trump administration to...

US eyes reality TV citizenship battle

Agence France Presse -
Washington -- The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is considering taking part in...

100 dead as Israel launches fresh Gaza offensive

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The Israeli military said Saturday it had launched “extensive strikes” as part of a...
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BUSINESS

Smallholder farmers drive sustainable growth in Solana

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In a northern Philippine town long defined by agricultural hardship, a small farming community...

Philippine insurer wins top Digital CX award

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Manulife Philippines, the local arm of global financial services provider Manulife, won the Outstanding...

FWD celebrates graduates of pioneering women’s leadership program

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FWD Life Insurance (FWD Philippines) proudly celebrates the first graduates of its pioneering Forging...

Filipino brands shine at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards

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Two of the Philippines’ most trusted names—Palawan Group of Companies (PGC) and Mang Inasal—earned...

GALLERY

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Thirst quencher

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Saving the endangered

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Festive

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Melon harvest

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ON THE ROAD

Toyota Gazoo Racing brings the street race back

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The spectacle of close-quarters racing is all set to return to urban landscapes as...

Jeep announces exclusive offers for the Wrangler

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Inchcape Philippines, through its IC Automotive Inc. operations, the official distributor of Chrysler, Dodge,...

Searching for a Traffic Savior

Andy Sevilla -
Step outside into the concrete jungle of Metro Manila almost any time of day,...

JMC Philippines Rolls Out Limited-Time Pickup Offers

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MANILA, Philippines – JMC Philippines has announced a series of limited-time financing options and...
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SPORTS

Pop culture gaming, NBA and more at TOYCON PH 2025

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The Philippines’ premier pop culture convention, TOYCON PH, returns for its monumental 22nd year...

PSC holds nutrition seminar for coaches, athletes

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The Philippine Sports Commission held a two-day Sports Nutrition Day seminar, with the theme,...

Pink Argonauts Golf boosts dive tourism in Batangas

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The recently concluded 2nd Pink Argonauts Golf Tournament was a swinging success. The much-awaited...

Golden Kings lead Japan teams in EASL

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The East Asia Super League (EASL) has officially confirmed its 12th and final team...
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ENTERTAINMENT

TJ Monterde, KZ Tandingan on choosing each other, always

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After more than a decade of being together—five years as husband and wife, and...

Four rising OPM artists Gen Z should be listening to

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Currently, OPM is undergoing a quiet transformation, driven by Gen Z as the force...

Laufey tackles love, loss in new album

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Award-winning Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey announced her third studio album, A Matter of Time, alongside...

Maymay Entrata shares emotional message for late mother

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Maymay Entrata is mourning the passing of her mother, Lorna, who died in Japan...
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LIFESTYLE

Design students renovate dormitories for special needs residents

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Interior design students from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) have completed the...

Converse unveils summer-to-school sneaker lineup in PH

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U.S. footwear brand Converse has launched its summer-to-school collection in the Philippines, featuring new...

Young artists support World Vision campaign through exhibit, auction

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Emerging Filipino artists from across the country are joining forces with humanitarian group World...

Discover new vibes with Metro Manila staycation

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Sometimes, the best way to recharge doesn’t require a long drive or a plane...
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SPOTLIGHT

Why Every Weekend Should Feel Like Mother’s Day (Hint: It Involves Pancakes and King Sue Sliced Bacon)

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Mother’s Day might be behind us, but why limit the celebration to just one...

Okada Foundation Donates P5 Million to Caritas Manila’s Youth Education Program

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PARAÑAQUE CITY, March 25, 2025 — The Okada Foundation Inc. (OFI) has reaffirmed its...

Danish Style Finds a Home: BERING Opens in the Philippines

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A fusion of restraint, sustainability, and timelessness at SM North Edsa BERING, the Danish watch...

Fidencio Balauag II empowers entrepreneurs through Noir PH

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As the founder of Primals Digital Marketing Services, an online advertising firm, and chief...
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LGUs

Guimaras kicks off 2025 fest with tons of mangoes

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Thirteen tons—or around 11,000 kilos—of sweet mangoes are being offered at the 10-day Manggahan...

DILG to LGUs: Adopt cashless transactions for gov’t payments

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The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) called on all local government...

NCR crime rate down 46% May 1-15

Joel E. Zurbano -
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) on Friday reported a 46 percent reduction...

MMDA turns over 3 infra projects to Pateros

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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) inaugurated and handed over three improved and renovated...
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TECH

Havas Ortega’s The KITA Initiative wins gold at The Internationalist Awards, earns honors at Spikes Asia, and brings home five metals from Kidlat Awards

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Manila, Philippines — The KITA Initiative, the landmark women’s empowerment movement created by Havas...

Accenture Tech Vision 2025: New Age of Artificial Intelligence brings unprecedented autonomy to business

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NEW research from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) finds a new era of digitization is unfolding...

Epson’s print solutions help reduce carbon footprint

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EPSON is transforming the way businesses approach office printing with its innovative Heat-Free Technology,...

Transforming patient experience: Yondu develops digital healthcare innovation for VisMin hospital

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AMID the increasing demand for accessible, efficient healthcare across the Philippines, especially in the...
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CRAVINGS

Mega Sardines: The 1st sardine brand worldwide classified as ‘superfood’

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Mega Sardines has always been an innovator. The first to introduce easy-open cans. The...

Kaokee’s Milo Dino Ice Cream Sandwich: Perfect for this sweltering summer

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Singaporeans and Filipinos have two things in common: We’re both melting in the summer...

From P1 steaks to indulgent Sunday brunch buffet, Solaire Resort North marks 1st anniversary

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Dining becomes even more irresistible with exclusive first-inspired creations at the restaurants of Solaire...

Mat Nam: 1st Southeast Asian ‘Culinary Class Wars’ chefs pop-up

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Your Local has rolled out Mat Nam (“Where the Flavor Meets”) – an exclusive...
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

Private firms urged to lead climate efforts

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The private sector must step up efforts and lead the fight against climate change...

Globe, volunteers spearhead Boracay beach clean-up drive

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Globe Telecom Inc. joined Boracay’s conservation efforts through a beach clean-up drive at Barangay...

Aparri marine research hub boosts ‘blue economy’

Marita Moaje -
APARRI, Cagayan—A new marine scientific research hub in northern Luzon is seen to become...

Indigenous peoples are sidelined again in global climate fight, UN report warns

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As the planet heats up and the push to decarbonise gathers pace, indigenous peoples...
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PETS

Expanding waistlines: Obesity in cats and dogs

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Obesity is a condition characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat, a growing concern...

Can dogs eat zucchini?

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Zucchini, a summer squash packed with nutrients and low in calories, is popular in...

Walk for strays: Saving lives through awareness

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Awareness is key to saving a life. Through stories in social media and mass...

The cool truth: Are ice chips safe for your pet?

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The question of whether or not to offer ice chips to pets is a...
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POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

Arrival honors

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The Coast Guard District Palawan give arrival honors to the United States Coast Guard...

Well water

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Residents had to collect water from a well in Masbateas the extreme hot weather...

Rural transport

Edd Castro -
A farmer utilizes a carabao-drawn cart, an enduring symbol of rural life and resilience...

Contrast

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Fishermen catch fish as industrial ships and tugboats pass by.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

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  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
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January 2025 Licensure Examination for Architects Results

Complete list of successful examinees in the licensure examination for architects. Roll of Successful Examinees...

List of Successful Examinees for 2024 Bar Exam Results

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List of Successful Examinees for 2023 Bar Exam Results

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List of successful examinees ABABA, Jayson R.ABAD, Elmer II H.ABAD, Joshua Quintin I.ABAD, Neldren J.ABALAYAN,...

Architect Licensure Examination Results (January 2022)

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,370 out of 2,205 passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) given...

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