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BSP reduces interest rate to 6.0%

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The Monetary Board, the policy-making body of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Wednesday reduced its overnight borrowing rate by 25 basis points...

SC grants TRO vs transfer of PhilHealth funds to National Treasury

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In an en banc session Tuesday, the Supreme Court (SC) issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) that prevents the transfer of P89.9-billion funds from the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to the National Treasury. The High Tribunal released the decision in response to the consolidated petitions of 1Sambayan Coalition, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III, and Bayan Muna chairperson Neri Colmenares, who raised questions on the constitutionality of the said...

Vatican publishes report on child abuse

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The Vatican on Tuesday published its first annual report on protecting minors...

China detains South Korean for alleged spying

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BEIJING—China confirmed on Tuesday it had detained a South Korean citizen for...

Militants kill Pakistani cop guarding vaccination team

News Agence France Presse -
PESHAWAR—Militants shot dead a Pakistan policeman who was guarding a polio vaccination...

Yemen rebels confirm drone attack on southern Israel

News Agence France Presse -
SANAA, YEMEN—Yemen’s Iran-backed Huthi rebels said they carried out a drone attack...

Japan nuclear reactor near Fukushima to restart

News Agence France Presse -
A Japanese nuclear reactor with an upgraded anti-tsunami wall was set to...

North Korea sent 10,000 troops to train in Russia, US says

News Agence France Presse -
North Korea has sent 10,000 troops to train in Russia and likely...
Paris Olympics

PARIS OLYMPICS

PH Paralympians to receive heroes’ welcome at Palace

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PARIS —Fresh from its participation in the 17th Paralympic Games, the Philippine team will...

Wheelchair thrower Cendy Asusano to carry PH Flag at Paris Paralympics closing rites 

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Thanks to her impressive fourth-place finish in the women's javelin throw F54 event on...

Wheelchair thrower Asusano vows 100% effort in Paralympics’ debut

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PARIS—Wheelchair thrower Cendy Asusano is ready to make her Paralympic debut a memorable one. Despite...

Otom advances to 50m butterfly final

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PARIS—Angel Mae Otom placed third in her qualifying heat, propelling herself to the final...
Elections 2025

ELECTIONS 2025

Comelec may adopt 15% ballot shading threshold in 2025 polls

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Tuesday said the new automated counting machines (ACMs)...

Comelec to print 71m ballots for 2025 midterm elections

Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will not print more than 71 million ballots for...

CBCP, civic group slam political clans fielding kin as ‘insurance’ candidates

Vito Barcelo -
The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) and a civic group expressed concern...

Miru Systems turns over new poll machines

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) bared that South Korean firm Miru Systems formally turned...
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TOP STORIES

‘Leon’ strengthens into typhoon, Signal No. 2 up in some areas of Luzon

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Severe Tropical Storm “Leon” (international name: Kong-Rey) intensified into a typhoon over the waters...

Rody: I take full responsibility

Joel E. Zurbano, Ralph Harvey Rirao, Charles Dantes & Rio N. Araja -
Defends bloody war on drugs; admits existence of death squad Former President Rodrigo Duterte said...

‘VP Sara may face impeachment over alleged funds misuse’

Rio N. Araja & Pot Chavez -
Vice President Sara Duterte may face impeachment over the alleged mismanagement of funds allocated...

‘Kristine’ deaths rise to 116 as ‘Leon’ strengthens

Rex Espiritu & Rio N. Araja -
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said its tally as of...
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NEWS

Yemen rebels confirm drone attack on southern Israel

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SANAA, YEMEN—Yemen’s Iran-backed Huthi rebels said they carried out a drone attack on southern...

Japan nuclear reactor near Fukushima to restart

Agence France Presse -
A Japanese nuclear reactor with an upgraded anti-tsunami wall was set to restart Tuesday...

North Korea sent 10,000 troops to train in Russia, US says

Agence France Presse -
North Korea has sent 10,000 troops to train in Russia and likely fight Ukraine...

Hezbollah names deputy head Naim Qassem as successor to slain chief Nasrallah

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Beirut, Lebanon—Lebanon's Hezbollah movement announced Tuesday it has chosen deputy head Naim Qassem to succeed...

NEA: Around 2.1-m power connections affected by ‘Kristine’

Charles Dantes -
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) reported Tuesday that severe tropical storm ‘Kristine’ disrupted power...

Comelec formally files misrepresentation charges vs ex-mayor Alice Guo

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The Commission on Election (Comelec) formally filed a material misrepresentation complaint against dismissed Bamban,...
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OPINION

We are used to this…

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COLUMNISTS

What Sara achieved by ranting

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“She gave us a glimpse into her mental state.” Vice President Sara Duterte ranted in...

Health victory or sweetened defeat?

Manila Standard Louis 'Barok' Biraogo -
“Richard Gomez challenges the soda industry” As diabetes and obesity rates surge across the Philippines,...

Much poverty after 78 years of independence

Manila Standard Rudy Romero -
“This unacceptable state of affairs should not be existing after 78 years of our...

Unforgiving

Manila Standard Lito Banayo -
“I noticed how calm and composed the Vice President was.” It is as if the...

Filipinos’ demand for integrity, security, and growth

Manila Standard Orlando Oxales -
“We see a public both aware and engaged, yearning for leaders who prioritize national...

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NATIONAL

NSC tells Reds: Safe conduct pass not permanent

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THE National Security Council (NSC) has scored the domestic communist insurgency movement for claiming...

Armymen completes digital editing study

Rex Espiritu -
Maintenance and service personnel of the Army Artillery Regiment (AAR) have concluded their training...

ICC Assistant to Counsel: Duterte can’t invoke presidential immunity

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Former president Rodrigo Duterte cannot invoke presidential immunity before the International Criminal Court (ICC),...

NEA: Around 2.1-m power connections affected by ‘Kristine’

Charles Dantes -
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) reported Tuesday that severe tropical storm ‘Kristine’ disrupted power...
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WORLD NEWS

Vatican publishes report on child abuse

Agence France Presse -
The Vatican on Tuesday published its first annual report on protecting minors in the...

China detains South Korean for alleged spying

Agence France Presse -
BEIJING—China confirmed on Tuesday it had detained a South Korean citizen for alleged spying,...

Militants kill Pakistani cop guarding vaccination team

Agence France Presse -
PESHAWAR—Militants shot dead a Pakistan policeman who was guarding a polio vaccination team on...

Yemen rebels confirm drone attack on southern Israel

Agence France Presse -
SANAA, YEMEN—Yemen’s Iran-backed Huthi rebels said they carried out a drone attack on southern...
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BUSINESS

IPOPHL flags six movie piracy sites

Othel V. Campos -
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) said it issued two requests to...

BDO’s nine-month net income jumped 12% to record P60.6b

Jenniffer B. Austria -
BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO), the country’s largest lender owned by the Sy family, said...

Anti-monopoly agency flags DA’s restrictive fish importation

Othel V. Campos -
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) identified potential competition issues arising from Fisheries Administrative Orders...

PEZA woos Taiwanese firm to help develop PH aquaculture industry

Othel V. Campos -
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) said it is exploring a strategic partnership with...

GALLERY

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ON THE ROAD

On The Road to AI: Cars on the path to autonomy

Milo Rivera -
Autonomous driving, once a concept relegated to the realm of science fiction, is rapidly...

Editor’s note: ‘On The Road’ on its 3rd year

Manila Standard -
Happy Sunday! We at Manila Standard are thrilled to share our special edition supplement,...

Prestone unveils new look for brake fluid and coolant with 5X Superior Protection

Manila Standard -
The #1 Brake Fluidand #1 Coolant in the Philippines unveils the new look of...

Embracing electrification

Manila Standard & Sam Millano -
Our roads are in a transformative phase, increasingly embracing electric vehicles (EVs) as a...
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SPORTS

PH teen sweeps tennis titles in Thailand tourney

Sports Randy Caluag -
SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD tennis sensation Tennielle Madis made a powerful statement by sweeping both the girls’...

Cardinals nail berth in Final 4

Basketball Manila Standard Sports -
MAPUA went to Lawrence Mangubat in the fourth quarter to foil a Lyceum of...

Marcos to grace ICF dragon boat world tilt opener

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PUERTO PRINCESA—President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. will lend his prestige to the opening of...

Karl, Elaiza Yulo meet Japanese Olympic medalists at Japan camp

Active Peter Atencio -
YULO siblings, Karl Eldrew and Elaiza, got to meet two gymnastics’ greats during their...
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ENTERTAINMENT

50th MMFF entry ‘Strange Frequencies’ land on Variety’s radar

Nickie Wang -
Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital, a Filipino adaptation of the South Korean horror hit...

Korina Sanchez replaces Karla Estrada as ‘Face to Face’ host

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TV5 has confirmed that Korina Sanchez-Roxas will be the new host of Face to...

‘Venom’ kills competition at the tills

Agence France Presse -
The new Columbia/Marvel superhero film Venom: The Last Dance failed to match the openings...

Juan Karlos turns dreams into concert reality at MOA Arena

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For OPM singer-songwriter Juan Karlos, headlining a concert at the SM Mall of Asia...
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LIFESTYLE

Award-winning docu-series returns to promote Philippine heritage

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Bilyonaryo News Channel (BNC) has launched the award-winning documentary series  Dayaw, hosted by Senator Loren...

Filipino designers make history at Harvard’s Filipino American Festival Fashion Show

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Filipino designers took center stage at Harvard Square in a historic Philippine Fashion Show,...

Global consumer brand frames art in new light

Angelica Villanueva -
TCL recently launched its innovative NXTFRAME TV in collaboration with the renowned Ronac Art...

Take the gaze into diverse perspective

Glaiza Lee -
Whenever I look for a movie to watch on Netflix, I often end up...
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SPOTLIGHT

A Bold New Culinary Destination Ignites in Camiguin: The Grand Opening of Lahon Steak Bar

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Last October 23, 2024, Lahon Steak Bar officially made its fiery debut in Camiguin,...

Pioneer Insurance highlights vital role of microinsurance in agriculture sector

Manila Standard -
At the recent Climate and Disaster Risk Insurance Forum organized by the Asian Development...

First Lady Louise “Liza” Araneta-Marcos and President Ferdinand “Bong bong” Marcos Visit Klaypel  Booth at Manila FAME 2024 

Manila Standard -
MANILA – First Lady Louise “Liza” Araneta-Marcos and President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited...

Bring Your ‘Day of the Dead’ Party to Life with the Limited-Edition Jose Cuervo “Calavera” Bottles

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Manila, Philippines — Jose Cuervo®, the leading global tequila brand, is launching limited-edition Calavera...
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LGUs

Water lilies force suspension of MMDA ferry service

Joel E. Zurbano -
The operation of the Pasig River Ferry was suspended again, according to the Metropolitan...

DTI-Bicol enforces price freeze on essential goods amid state of calamity

Rosas Olarte -
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Bicol reminded businesses to comply with...

‘Kambal’ festival raises P270k for Angeles City

Butch Gunio -
ANGELES CITY — The 5th Kambal Festival Trade Fair, organized by the Angeles City...

Imus City launches 2nd franchise Expo

Dennis Abrina -
The Imus City government has launched its 2nd Franchise Expo meant to promote local...
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TECH

Treat your taste buds to foodpanda’s fresh additions

Manila Standard - Tech -
Explore a Range of Fresh Options on foodpanda Designed to Excite Your Taste Buds! foodpanda...

Filipino artistry meets technology: TCL collaborates with Ronac Art Museum in launching NXTFRAME TV

Manila Standard - Tech -
TCL, a global consumer electronics brand, one of the world's top two TV brands,...

Put the fun in functionality with Logitech’s stylish POP Icon Keys

Manila Standard - Tech -
A Novel Keyboard that Brings Style, Smooth typing, Customization and Fun to the Workspaces...

TikTok Shop reinforces commitment to user safety with 2nd safety report

Manila Standard - Tech -
TikTok Shop continues to prioritize user safety and brand protection with the release of...
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CRAVINGS

Troll-tastic treats for the Halloween at City of Dreams Manila

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City of Dreams Manila brings out spooky surprises, fun-filled activities, and non-stop excitement this...

Pancake House rolls out more offerings to celebrate 50th anniversary

Manila Standard -
As Pancake House marks its 50th year of serving up comforting meals and heartwarming...

Kinder Tronky: Unwind and indulge with this new snack

Manila Standard -
Kinder, a beloved brand known for creating special moments with its delicious snacks, is...

US frozen spuds go far as hot potatoes in Philippines

Ratziel San Juan -
Here's a tater thought: the Philippines is one of the world's leading export markets...
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

PH turns to Italy for sustainable agriculture

DA News -
The government is seeking the help of Italy to modernize Philippine agriculture and achieve...

CCC takes steps to bolster climate resilience across regions

CCC News -
COTABATO―The Climate Change Commission (CCC), the lead policy-making body on climate change, is focusing...

4th annual World Food Forum closes ‘impactful’ week in Rome

FAO News -
ROME—The fourth annual World Food Forum (WWF) 2024 concluded recently in Rome, marking the...

Ocean’s Innovation Challenge spans fishing nets to coconut husks

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Part Two of Three Parts “Fortuna joined OIC with zero, and wants to reach 250,000...
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PETS

Mangoes and doggos

Niko Gabriel Salgado -
Mangoes are one of the most popular fruits in the world. Known for their...

Understanding cat hernia

Mariana Burgos -
Hernias in cats can be a worrisome issue for pet owners, yet many are...

Best vitamins and supplements for dogs (from puppyhood to adulthood)

Mariana Burgos -
In the Philippines, dog owners are increasingly aware of the importance of maintaining their...

Pawsbook

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We have been encountering posts on dogs, cats, and other animals on Facebook that...
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POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

Typhoon-affected residents in southern Luzon receive aid from AboitizPower

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Aboitiz Power Corporation, through its geothermal arm AP Renewables Inc. (APRI) and the Aboitiz...

New Cavite top cop

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P/Brigadier General Paul Kenneth T. Lucas, Regional Director, PRO 4A led the turnover of...

No to gangs

Andrew Rabulan -
The office staff of Valenzuela Councilor Ghogo Deato Lee, who authored an ordinance banning...

E-bikes

Dennis Abrina -
General Trias City Mayor Luis Ferrer IV along with Congressman Antonio Ferrer and Vice...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

in PHP
  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
15 Oct 23 

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EXAM RESULT

Physical Therapists Licensure Examination Results

Roll of successful examinees in the Physical Therapists Licensure Examination held on June 5...

2020-2021 Bar Exam results

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...

7 women in top 10 of Bar Exam: 2,103 new lawyers

by Supreme Court of the Philippines Manila, Philippines - Justice Perlas-Bernabe announced that a total...

December 2019 Dentist Licensure Examination results

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 540 out of 1,549  passed the December 2019 Dentist Licensure...

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