Manila Standard – Defining the News

Gov’t cancels passport of Zaldy Co—PBBM

Charles Dantes & Katrina Manubay - December 10, 2025, 2:11 PM

The government has cancelled the passport of former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said as he ordered the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Philippine National Police to track...

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Palace: Reform bills a priority; need not be certified urgent

Charles Dantes - December 10, 2025, 1:16 PM

Carlo Aguilar slipped out of Philippines—solon

December 10, 2025, 11:25 PM

No more flood control funding, but higher budget for education

December 10, 2025, 11:20 PM

Carlo Aguilar slipped out of Philippines—solon

No more flood control funding, but higher budget for education

PBBM remains confident with ICI in corruption probe

December 10, 2025, 11:15 PM

Marcos names Toledo as new DBM secretary

December 10, 2025, 11:05 PM

Philippine Navy unfazed by Chinese swarm

December 10, 2025, 11:00 PM

Palace denies rumors of Angara, Aguda exit

December 10, 2025, 10:40 PM

Palace: No confirmation of ICC warrant for Bato Dela Rosa

December 10, 2025, 4:26 PM

MMDA intensifies road clearing for the holidays

December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM

News

Standard backs DOT’s ASEAN tourism drive

December 10, 2025, 11:10 PM

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has secured the support of major media outlets, including the Manila Standard, in...

World

Cambodia-Thailand border clashes send half a million into shelters

December 10, 2025, 1:32 PM

Samraong, Cambodia—Half a million evacuees in Cambodia and Thailand were sheltering in pagodas, schools and other safe havens on...

World

Australia bans under-16s from social media in world-first crackdown

December 10, 2025, 11:46 AM

Sydney, Australia—Australia banned under-16s from social media in a world-first crackdown on Wednesday, declaring it was time to "take...

Business

Foreign direct investments hit $5.5 billion in 9 months

December 10, 2025, 11:38 AM

Foreign direct investments (FDI) into the Philippines posted net inflows of $320 million in September 2025, led by...

The News Room

Venezuela opposition chief Machado to miss Nobel Peace Prize award

December 10, 2025, 3:41 PM

110 Pinoys removed from harm’s way in Thailand

December 10, 2025, 3:05 PM

Atong Ang camp seeks reversal of DOJ resolution

December 10, 2025, 1:48 PM

Cambodia pulls out of SEA Games in Thailand—organizers

December 10, 2025, 12:28 PM

Revilla files counter-affidavit on graft over flood projects

December 10, 2025, 12:07 PM

Total of 2,260 safe conduct passes issued to rebel groups

December 10, 2025, 11:43 AM

Marcos puts Maralit in, Ruiz out of MECO board

December 10, 2025, 11:17 AM

DSWD’s assistance for ‘Wilma’ victims reaches P7.8M

December 10, 2025, 11:14 AM

House ratifies bill extending shelf life of EDCOM II

December 10, 2025, 11:03 AM

Images

Player of the Week

December 11, 2025, 2:25 AM

San Miguel Beer’s CJ Perez (right) earned the PBA Press Corps Player of the Week citation for the...

Valenciana Festival

December 10, 2025, 10:55 PM

Ten junior and senior high schools in General Trias compete in the Valenciana Festival street-dancing event, marking the...

Anti-Illegal Parking

December 10, 2025, 10:50 PM

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) intensifies clearing of illegal parking along Mabuhay Lanes to help private motorists...

Farewell Visit

December 10, 2025, 10:45 PM

Philippine Military Academy Inspector General Colonel Achilles C. Villacrucis pays a farewell visit to the Philippine Marine Corps...

SPOTLIGHT

Spotlight

Jean Henri Lhuillier celebrates Cebuana Lhuillier sports ambassadors competing in SEA Games 2025

December 10, 2025, 11:03 PM

As the 2025 Southeast Asian Games officially begin this December, Cebuana Lhuillier President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier...

Spotlight

‘Atin ang Kinse Kilometro’ bill must balance fisherfolk livelihood, food security’

December 10, 2025, 10:56 PM

The chairman of the House Committee on Aquaculture and Fisheries said that proposals to bar commercial fishing vessels...

Spotlight

It’s easy to protect the future with Maxicare Insurance’s Ease Products

December 10, 2025, 10:46 PM

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, December 9, 2025 – 26-year-old Carlo is a delivery rider who also freelances to support his...

Spotlight

TIEZA and GCash Partner to Streamline Online Travel Tax Refunds for Filipino Travelers

December 10, 2025, 6:13 PM

09 DECEMBER 2025, Makati City, Philippines — The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) has formally partnered with...

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Kylie Padilla pens touching message to son Axl on his 6th birthday

Jasper Valdez - December 10, 2025, 6:56 PM

What if Lennon survived?

December 10, 2025, 6:17 PM

ABS-CBN stars gather for 2025 Christmas special

December 10, 2025, 6:15 PM

Rising acts serve ultimate OPM jam night

December 10, 2025, 6:15 PM

Streaming for the future of entertainment, NDM studios celebrates 25 years

December 10, 2025, 6:13 PM

Spanish renewable energy firm Grupo Enhol explores Philippine Investments

Othel V. Campos - December 11, 2025, 1:00 AM

PLDT Enterprise, AWING, NTT e-Asia launch location-based Wi-Fi ad solution

December 11, 2025, 12:00 AM

SC defines limits of Congress and use of PhilHealth funds

December 10, 2025, 8:49 PM

October jobless rate climbed to 5%

December 10, 2025, 8:20 PM

ADB cuts PH growth forecast amid spending delays, hikes Asian outlook

December 10, 2025, 8:10 PM

Jin shuns opening-day spotlight, gets PH’s 1st SEAG gold as reward

Manila Standard Sports - December 11, 2025, 2:55 AM

Daunting task for Alas PH women vs. Thailand

December 11, 2025, 2:50 AM

Cyclist Farr secures cycling bronze—PH’s 1st SEAG medal

December 11, 2025, 2:45 AM

Gilas PH 3×3 men survives Malaysia, advances to semis

December 11, 2025, 2:40 AM

Tigresses force deciding Game 3 vs. Lady Bulldogs

December 11, 2025, 2:35 AM

‘Wilma’ makes landfall: 19 areas under Signal 1

Rex Espiritu & Maricel Cruz - December 6, 2025, 10:35 PM

‘Wilma’ now approaches Eastern Samar after ‘almost stationary’ afternoon

December 6, 2025, 8:25 PM

La Niña arrives, ‘Wilma’ slips into Visayas region

December 5, 2025, 7:03 PM

Signal No.1 up as ‘Wilma’ enters Visayas region

December 4, 2025, 6:36 PM

LPA develops into Tropical Depression ‘Wilma’

December 4, 2025, 4:45 PM

FEATURES

Studio Ghibli anime film exhibition in China postponed amid row with Japan

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Studio Ghibli anime film exhibition in China postponed amid row with Japan

Features Kyodo News - December 10, 2025, 3:15 PM

Bethlehem Christmas tree lit up for first time since Gaza war

December 7, 2025, 10:43 AM

Facebook ‘supreme court’ admits ‘frustrations’ in 5 years of work

December 5, 2025, 1:34 PM

Away from the manger: Jesus stolen from Brussels nativity in ‘zombie’ row

December 3, 2025, 12:16 PM

Finance plans being explored for ‘hikikomori’ after parents’ deaths

December 1, 2025, 2:16 PM

OPINION

Editorial

Addressing ceaseless corruption

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has heard the interminable criticism from all corners against political dynasties, perceived as enabling widespread corruption and nepotism. This week, the...

December 11, 2025, 12:34 AM