Manila Standard – Defining the News

President says ICI’s work ‘coming toward the end’

Charles Dantes - January 16, 2026, 10:56 AM

The work of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), which is investigating alleged anomalies in flood control projects, is nearing completion, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Friday. In an ambush interview in Mandaluyong City, Marcos...

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Ombudsman confirms Bonoan gave PBBM wrong coordinates

Pot Chavez & Charles Dantes - January 16, 2026, 12:30 AM

China protests over Philippine Coast Guard’s Xi images

January 16, 2026, 1:51 PM

Over a comma: SC reverses Comelec ruling on COC of Kalinga councilor

January 16, 2026, 12:43 PM

China protests over Philippine Coast Guard’s Xi images

Over a comma: SC reverses Comelec ruling on COC of Kalinga councilor

Machado says she ‘presented’ Trump with Nobel medal

January 16, 2026, 12:28 PM

Mactan Airport rolls out ‘Sinulog Homecoming’ surprises for guests

January 16, 2026, 12:26 PM

LTFRB memo clears definition of ‘working days’ as calendar days

January 16, 2026, 12:04 PM

House launching PH presidency of ASEAN lawmakers’ assembly Jan. 19

January 16, 2026, 11:54 AM

Tingog’s Acidre lauds higher state college funding in 2026 budget

January 16, 2026, 11:46 AM

DSWD lauds drop in hunger incidence, eyes expanded Walang Gutom Program

January 16, 2026, 11:41 AM

News

Cebu observes day of mourning for Binaliw trash slide victims

January 16, 2026, 12:45 PM

CEBU CITY — The Cebu City Council observed a Day of Mourning on Friday in honor of the...

Crime/Courts

Don’t surrender while legal remedies remain, lawyer advises Atong Ang

January 16, 2026, 11:00 AM

The lawyer of gaming magnate Charlie “Atong” Ang on Friday said he advised his client not to surrender...

News

‘Ada’ moving slowly; 2.4k stranded in ports, OCD advises vigilance

January 16, 2026, 10:42 AM

FIFTEEN areas across the country remain under Signal No. 1 as Tropical Storm “Ada” continues to move slowly...

News

PBBM vows aid for Binaliw collapse victims

January 15, 2026, 6:05 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday led a moment of silence for the victims of the landfill landslide...

The News Room

PH Consulate in Hong Kong warns of cross-country work schemes

January 16, 2026, 11:39 AM

Leviste to file libel raps vs. Palace spox over ‘false’ claims

January 16, 2026, 10:40 AM

US says Iran halts executions as Gulf allies pull Trump back from strike

January 16, 2026, 10:38 AM

Death toll in Binaliw landfill trash slide rises to 26

January 16, 2026, 10:32 AM

Ombudsman to file fresh raps vs. flood control actors today

January 16, 2026, 12:25 AM

US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

January 15, 2026, 8:27 PM

DepEd to relaunch TV station to serve students during emergencies

January 15, 2026, 8:10 PM

Death toll in Binaliw landslide hits 25

January 15, 2026, 6:00 PM

‘Ada’ strengthens into tropical storm

January 15, 2026, 5:57 PM

Images

Likhang Filipino

January 16, 2026, 12:40 AM

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos lead the re-opening of ‘Likhang Filipino’ exhibit yesterday...

Experience Sinulog to the max

January 16, 2026, 12:35 AM

Celebrate faith, culture, and unforgettable moments as SM Seaside City Cebu and SM City Cebu unite for AweSM...

Acceptance

January 15, 2026, 11:10 PM

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. joins Tsuneishi Group Corporation in the naming and delivery ceremony of Hull No....

Medical outreach

January 15, 2026, 10:50 PM

Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandolval marks her birthday with a medical mission for her constituents, implemented in collaboration...

SPOTLIGHT

Spotlight

PCSO Turns Over ₱30,000 Worth of Medicines to Baguio District

January 16, 2026, 10:53 AM

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), under the leadership of General Manager Melquiades Robles, held a simple turnover...

Spotlight

Two Bettors Split ₱104.5M SuperLotto 6/49 Jackpot

January 16, 2026, 10:52 AM

Mandaluyong City, Philippines — Dreams came true for two lucky women, a senior citizen from Los Baños, Laguna,...

Spotlight

PCSO Extends Community Support in Lipa Through Outreach Program

January 16, 2026, 10:49 AM

In line with its commitment to public service, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) conducted a community-based outreach...

Spotlight

DBP cited by state regulator for good governance

January 16, 2026, 10:45 AM

State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been recognized for the second consecutive year by the state...

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SHOWBIZ

Blackpink set to drop new EP ‘Deadline’

Angelica Villanueva - January 15, 2026, 8:52 PM

Katya Santos sets expectations on Viva Hot Babes concert reunion

January 15, 2026, 8:47 PM

Toni Gonzaga shrugs off rumors linking her marriage to ‘power couple’ blind item

January 15, 2026, 8:40 PM

Unfollowed: John Lloyd Cruz, longtime girlfriend Isabel Santos spark split rumors

January 15, 2026, 7:47 PM

Ice Seguerra looks back on choice to live authentically

January 15, 2026, 7:05 PM

Globe, Elon Musk’s Starlink to launch direct-to-cell satellite services in the Philippines

Darwin G. Amojelar - January 16, 2026, 2:08 PM

FFCCCII lauds grant of 14-day visa-free entry for Chinese nationals

January 16, 2026, 1:40 PM

Del Monte Foods selects winning bidders for $509-million asset sale

January 16, 2026, 1:21 PM

DEPDev opens nominations for 2026 Presidential Filipinnovation Awards

January 16, 2026, 8:41 AM

LandBank hikes sustainability bond offering to P30 billion

January 16, 2026, 1:00 AM

Eala draws power-hitting Parks in Australian Open

Peter Atencio - January 15, 2026, 9:55 PM

It’s PH para-athletes’ turn to shine

January 15, 2026, 9:50 PM

Nxled completes revamp with Van Sickle, Pablo, Phillips, Tolentino

January 15, 2026, 9:45 PM

Alcaraz career Grand Slam at 22 would be ‘crazy’, says Federer

January 15, 2026, 9:40 PM

UST’s Emana, NU’s Abarquez secure wildcard WTA tennis slots

January 15, 2026, 9:35 PM

‘Ada’ strengthens into tropical storm

Manila Standard - January 15, 2026, 5:57 PM

Cyclone ‘Ada’ maintains strength, keeps track toward Samar

January 15, 2026, 12:30 PM

Bicol provinces suspend classes as ‘Ada’ strengthens

January 15, 2026, 9:50 AM

‘Ada’ decelerates over Philippine Sea east of Mindanao

January 14, 2026, 8:24 PM

Signal No. 1 up in Samar, Surigao areas for ‘Ada’

January 14, 2026, 2:02 PM

FEATURES

Mattel unveils ‘autistic’ Barbie

Angelica Villanueva & Agence France Presse -

Mattel unveils ‘autistic’ Barbie

Features Angelica Villanueva & Agence France Presse - January 13, 2026, 11:42 AM

Novel concept: China’s spellbinding bookstores draw selfie snappers

January 11, 2026, 4:07 PM

‘Unique crowd culture’: How does Traslacion prevent stampedes?

January 8, 2026, 2:28 PM

Working student shares journey in topping both CPA, Bar exams

January 8, 2026, 10:24 AM

Nostalgia and new fans as Tamagotchi turns 30

January 7, 2026, 1:29 PM

OPINION

Editorial

Declining public trust in corruption probes

The latest Pulse Asia survey indicating a decline in the number of Filipinos who believe officials involved in anomalous flood control projects will be...

January 16, 2026, 12:16 AM