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Quad Comm lifts contempt orders against key POGO probe figures

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The House of Representatives Quad Committee lifted contempt orders against former Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, Chinese businessman Tony Yang, and Whirlwind Corporation stakeholder...

President set to declare food security emergency

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Says move to force down rice prices amid market manipulation President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr is set to declare a food security emergency to bring down rice prices and push back against market manipulators and profiteers. Mr. Marcos said he is just waiting for the recommendation of the National Price Coordinating Council (NPCC) next week in response to persistently high rice prices. “The reason that we are doing this is because we...

8 in 10 Pinoys back govt efforts to assert maritime rights in WPS

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3 PH warships conduct exercise near Scarborough Some 84 percent of Filipinos support...

Comelec to recycle discarded election ballots

ELECTIONS 2025 Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday said the 6 million dispatched...

Marcos pushes for increased education funding amid budget cuts

National Charles Dantes -
President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. underscored the need for increased funding for...

Japan marks 30 years since Kobe quake that killed over 6,400

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The western Japan city of Kobe and nearby areas on Friday marked...

The Making of Edgar Matobato

National Shiela Coronel, PCIJ -
It is a wonder Edgar Matobato is still alive. A confessed assassin for...

Blinken ‘confident’ Gaza ceasefire implementation to start Sunday

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Washington, United States—US Secretary of State Antony Blinken voiced confidence that the implementation...
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PARIS OLYMPICS

Elections 2025

ELECTIONS 2025

Ballot printing to restart Jan. 22

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THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) is set to restart on Jan. 22 the printing...

Comelec to recycle discarded election ballots

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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday said the 6 million dispatched ballots will...

PNP recalls 674 police bodyguards

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At least 674 police officers serving as protective security personnel were recalled as part...

SC stops Erice DQ; Comelec halts ballot printing

Vito Barcelo, Charles Dantes & Pot Chavez -
The Supreme Court (SC) issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) Tuesday on the disqualification...
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TOP STORIES

Very poor timing for impeach VP moves—Marcos

Charles Dantes -
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said the timing of the impeachment moves against the...

PBBM: 98% of permanent houses for ‘Yolanda’ victims completed

Charles Dantes & Maricel Cruz -
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said 98 percent of permanent housing projects for Super Typhoon...

8 in 10 Pinoys back govt efforts to assert maritime rights in WPS

Rachelle Tonelada & Rex Espiritu -
3 PH warships conduct exercise near Scarborough Some 84 percent of Filipinos support the government's...

EJK victims kin seek Rody’s disbarment

Pot Chavez -
Former president Rodrigo Duterte is facing a disbarment complaint filed by relatives of victims...
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NEWS

LTO: Completion trike license plates by April 30

Rio N. Araja -
THE Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Friday ordered its regional directors to complete the...

DPWH completes P86.8m flood project

Vito Barcelo -
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the construction of a...

Tiangco backs Marcos plan on better connectivity

Maricel Cruz -
House ICT Chair and Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco backed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s continued...

DSWD: Food bank items are safe for consumption

Maricel Cruz -
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) gave assurances that the food being...

Ballot printing to restart Jan. 22

Vito Barcelo -
THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) is set to restart on Jan. 22 the printing...

Japan confabs take up Indo-Pacific security

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“EMERGING threats” in the Indo-Pacific area took center stage in discussions by military officials...
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OPINION

Final stab for the ‘guerrilla’ POGOs

WE HEARD it loud and clear from the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission or PAOCC...
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COLUMNISTS

Comprehensive sexual educationis about life choices

Manila Standard Adelle Chua -
“Sex is just a small part” Religious and family groups are well within their rights...

Free lunch

Manila Standard Ernesto M. Hilario -
“Around 30 percent of children under 5 years of age are stunted – considered...

The aftermath

Manila Standard Lito Banayo -
“Politics is the art of the possible, and what seemed possible then is impossible...

BRICS membership

Manila Standard Florencio Fianza -
“However anyone might look at this, the three countries will certainly add prestige to...

Higher NAIA fees could dampen PH tourism

Manila Standard Ernesto M. Hilario -
“The excessive charges at NAIA could defeat any hope of recovery soon” THE Philippine tourism...

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NATIONAL

Rubio to China: Stop messing around with PH

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Presumptive US Secretary of State nominee and incumbent Senator Marco Rubio warned Beijing to...

Marcos: Savings to remedy 2025 suboptimal budget

Charles Dantes -
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday admitted the 2024 national budget is “suboptimal” even...

Marcos: Sex ed in schools ‘very important’

Charles Dantes -
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he is supporting the implementation of a comprehensive sex...

DOE sees higher oil price hike at P2.60/l next week

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The Department of Energy on Friday gave a higher oil price hike forecast of...
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WORLD NEWS

TikTok’s US future in limbo after Supreme Court ruling

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The US Supreme Court on Friday upheld a law that could force TikTok to...

Israel wants no celebrations when Palestinian prisoners freed in Gaza deal

Agence France Presse -
Jerusalem, Undefined—The Israel Prison Service said on Friday it was taking measures to prevent any...

Israeli Cabinet to meet on truce after deal done

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JERUSALEM – Israel’s security cabinet was set to meet Friday after final details of...

Pyongyang warns of stronger action over Seoul’s drills with US, Japan

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SEOUL – North Korea condemned on Friday joint military drills between South Korea, Japan...
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BUSINESS

World Bank, IMF expect PH to expand above 6%

Darwin G. Amojelar -
Both the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) expect the Philippine economy...

ACEN’s hybrid power project opens in India

Alena Mae S. Flores -
ACEN Corp., the power arm of the Ayala Group, and US-based renewable power company...

Metro Manila mayors support rice program

Othel V. Campos -
Metro Manila mayors pledged their support to the Department of Agriculture (DA) in broadening...

New tunnel boring machine for subway project launched

Manila Standard Business -
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the government of Japan on Friday launched a...

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ON THE ROAD

Suzuki adds tusks to the Jimny 5-Door

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‘Rhino Edition’ now available Suzuki Philippines has kicked off the New Year with an exciting...

Honda starts the New Year with New Deals

Manila Standard -
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is welcoming the New Year with exciting promotions that...

Honda incorporates ‘ACTION’ in road safety

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HONDA, through the Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI) and Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), has established...

Adidas re-enters motorsport

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The Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team has officially partnered with Adidas as its newest Official...
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SPORTS

Michael Casama, Kenji Fujita ready for WBO Asia Pacific featherweight title clash

Fightsports Lito Delos Reyes -
Michael Casama of President Roxas and Japan’s Kenji Fujita are set for their highly...

Hong Kong Eastern collars quarterfinal spot after 133-11 blowout win over Terrafirma

Basketball Peter Atencio -
Ramon Cao and Hayden Blankley delivered stellar performances, scoring 23 points each, to lead...

Cebuana Yaoyao bags silver at MTB XCO Cup in Thailand

Active Randy Caluag -
SHOWING grit and determination, national cyclist Shagne Yaoyao recovered from an earlier crash to...

Baguio receives P8m Batang Pinoy, PNG cash prize

Sports Manila Standard Sports -
THE city government of Baguio finally received the P8 million cash reward for its...
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ENTERTAINMENT

Royal reunion: Concert King and Queen together again

Nickie Wang -
On Original Pinoy Music (OPM), the reunion of  Pops Fernandez  and  Martin Nievera  is...

‘Parasite’ director Bong Joon-ho to show new film at Berlin festival

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South Korean director  Bong Joon-ho  will present his new film  Mickey 17  out of...

Bea Alonzo, Ruru Madrid, Miguel Tanfelix in Cebu for Sinulog fest

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GMA Regional TV and Synergy kicked off the 75th anniversary celebration of GMA Network...

‘Mulholland Drive’ and ‘Twin Peaks’ director David Lynch dies at 78

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David Lynch—the singular and surreal director of "Mulholland Drive" and television's "Twin Peaks," who...
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LIFESTYLE

Discover the latest in refined retail 

Angelica Villanueva -
Newport Mall at Newport World Resorts will expand in 2025, introducing more luxury brands...

Brewing fresh starts for Lunar New Year

Manila Standard Lifestyle -
Nespresso is marking the Lunar New Year with exclusive promotions and limited-edition products available...

Life blooms at 40

Manila Standard Lifestyle -
Life lessons from ‘Lavender Fields’ lead actress Jodi Sta. Maria Turning 40 is often seen...

Experience the ultimate in premium connectivity

Manila Standard Lifestyle -
Globe Telecom is setting a new standard for premium postpaid services with its all-new...
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SPOTLIGHT

GH Mall hosts first Lion Dance Competition with P100K grand prize for Chinese New Year

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As we welcome the Year of the Wooden Snake this coming Chinese New Year,...

A 2-in-1 Celebration of our 4th Pawikan Day & Chinese New Year!

Manila Standard -
La Jolla invites you to a one-of-a-kind celebration by the sea, blending conservation, culture,...

Go “Beyond Borders” at Travel Tour Expo 2025

Manila Standard -
Thousands of exclusive travel deals await at the 32nd Travel Tour Expo (TTE), the...

Farming forward

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SM Foundation KSK graduate pays it forward by sharing farming knowledge “Kailangan nating ipakita sa...
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LGUs

BOC confiscates fake goods in Pasay raid

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CUSTOMS operatives have confiscated fake branded shoes and footwear worth millions of pesos stashed...

Resilient and proud! Quezon City joins ‘R-Cities’ network

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Quezon City is now part of the Resilient Cities Network (R-Cities), a global initiative...

Binay says Makati City programs decreased poverty

Joel E. Zurbano -
The Makati City government’s program in social services, health care, and education have greatly...

QC kicks off anti-cancer screening plan

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SAYING cervical cancer is the second most common type of cancer claiming 12 lives...
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TECH

Honda Cars PH announces high-pressure fuel pump and steering gearbox recalls for select models

Manila Standard - Tech -
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) places great value on its customers’ safety and wants...

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 14 Series: Pro-grade photography x durability

Manila Standard - Tech -
XIAOMI Corporation, a consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company with smartphones and smart hardware...

LG, Xbox partner to expand cloud gaming experience on LG Smart TVs

Manila Standard - Tech -
LG Electronics (LG) has announced a partnership with Xbox, providing players access to hundreds...

Mapúan scientist suggests disaster, risk measures for catastrophe-free PH

Manila Standard - Tech -
IF there’s one thing we Filipinos have learned in the past month, it’s that...
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CRAVINGS

Hilton Manila marks Year of the Snake with Feast of Fortune

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Hilton Manila ushers in the Year of the Snake with a series of festive...

Bountiful start of the year at Okada Manila

Manila Standard -
Okada Manila, Asia’s premier integrated resort, celebrates the Year of the Snake with a...

Jollibee’s Chickenjoy still the best joy for Filipino families

Manila Standard -
At the heart of every Filipino family gathering, one source of joy consistently brings...

Changsha’s distinct, delicious stink

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Changsha, the capital of China's Hunan Province, is distinct for its unique delicacy –...
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

The climate crisis: Funding, plastic pollution to dominate talks in 2025

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The Amazonian city of Belém, Brazil, will be the global focus of efforts to...

More migratory birds find safe resting spot in northern Negros

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BACOLOD CITY—More migratory birds have found a safe resting spot in northern Negros Occidental,...

Cordillera groups get recognition

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The Climate Change Commission (CCC) recognized the local government units (LGUs) and private sector...

Legarda notes poor Metro air

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Senator Loren Legarda has urged the authorities to strictly implement the Clean Air Act...
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PETS

Pet Project: Dressing up your fur baby

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Pet owners can't help being stage parents. We love to see our fur babies...

The dangers of teaching dogs to walk on their hind legs

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The act of training a dog to walk on its hind legs, while seemingly...

Cucumbers and dogs: A healthy treat

Niko Gabriel Salgado -
Cucumbers are often regarded as a safe and healthy option that dog owners might...

Your dog’s New Year’s resolutions

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As the calendar flips to a new year, many people take the opportunity to...
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POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

Priority measures

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Makati Mayor Abby Binay vows to push for amendments to the Local Government Code...

Second oldest Sto. Niño image

Danny Pata -
A Catholic devotee touches the image of Sto Niño de Tondo in Manila on...

Halal program

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Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque (left) engages with the...

Cops, troopers bleed at NPC

Norman Cruz -
Elements of the Philippine National Police, the Philippine Coast Guard, and the Philippine Navy...

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

List of Successful Examinees for 2024 Bar Exam Results

Supreme Court of the Philippines ManilaLIST OF SUCCESSFUL BAR EXAMINEES2024 Bar ExaminationsFollowing is the...

List of Successful Examinees for 2023 Bar Exam Results

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...

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