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PBBM backs 4 key reform bills

Charles Dantes, Ram Superable & Maricel Cruz - December 9, 2025, 2:49 PM

Congress urged to prioritize anti-political dynasty bill, party-list amendments President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has called on Congress to prioritize four key reform measures, including proposals for an Anti-Political Dynasty Act and the creation of an...

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Sarah Discaya, Roma Rimando turn themselves in to preempt arrests

Charles Dantes, Vince Lopez & Pot Chavez - December 9, 2025, 11:05 PM

Senate OKs proposed 2026 budget, bicam starts Thursday

December 9, 2025, 11:10 PM

PH squads brace for crucial battles in Day 1 of Bangkok SEA Games

December 9, 2025, 11:00 PM

Senate OKs proposed 2026 budget, bicam starts Thursday

PH squads brace for crucial battles in Day 1 of Bangkok SEA Games

Pulong Duterte to visit 17 countries in next two months

December 9, 2025, 10:56 PM

Zelenskyy prepares revised plan to end Ukraine war

December 9, 2025, 7:36 PM

DOJ to file raps vs. Atong Ang, 21 others

December 9, 2025, 7:22 PM

House all-in to livestream bicameral conference of 2026 budget

December 9, 2025, 6:02 PM

Urban poor groups call for shelter at NHA in ‘Panunuluyan’ protest

December 9, 2025, 5:48 PM

MMDA, Rizal LGUs discuss Marcos Highway traffic

December 9, 2025, 5:34 PM

News

DPWH vows safer walkways along EDSA

December 9, 2025, 1:42 PM

Renovation works along the iconic Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) are set to begin in early 2026,...

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Manibela ‘sorry’ to commuters for ‘paralyzing’ transport

December 9, 2025, 11:47 AM

Several commuters were left stranded on the streets of Metro Manila on Tuesday morning after transport group Manibela...

World

Japan quake injures 30, damages roads

December 9, 2025, 9:32 AM

SAPPORO – A big quake off Japan injured at least 30 people, authorities said Tuesday, damaging roads and...

News

New freeze order: Air assets, 280 bank accounts

December 9, 2025, 8:58 AM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Tuesday announced that the Court of Appeals has issued a freeze order...

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CBCP leaders nix nuclear plant in Pangasinan

December 9, 2025, 4:39 PM

Transport strike Day 1 has ‘no effect’ on commuters — MMDA

December 9, 2025, 4:30 PM

World Bank cuts 2025 Philippines growth forecast amid domestic shocks

December 9, 2025, 4:10 PM

No Filipino hurt after major Japan earthquake

December 9, 2025, 3:31 PM

Lawmakers relaunch Makatao Coalition, propose Truth Commission on EJKs

December 9, 2025, 2:57 PM

Embassies warn Filipinos as Thailand-Cambodia clash escalates

December 9, 2025, 2:26 PM

SSS releases 13th-month pension of 3.7M pensioners

December 9, 2025, 12:56 PM

Cambodia, Thailand clash at border as civilian toll rises

December 9, 2025, 12:28 PM

DOF backs bill extending estate tax amnesty to 2028

December 9, 2025, 12:02 PM

Images

Paskong Pag-asa

December 9, 2025, 10:50 PM

Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro and Rep. Marcy Teodoro lead the kickoff of the city’s 29th Cityhood Anniversary...

Christmas Stamps

December 9, 2025, 10:46 PM

A Philippine Postal Corp. employee prepares Filipino-inspired nativity Christmas stamps at the PHLPost office in Manila. The design...

Christmas Centerpiece

December 8, 2025, 11:10 PM

The iconic Nativity scene or the Belen is the centerpiece of the Christmas decorations at Plaza Natividad of...

Land Ownership

December 8, 2025, 10:50 PM

The Department of Agrarian Reform ramps up its land title distribution efforts, giving away ownership certificates to some...

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Compassion in Crisis of CC6 and Funbingo Turn Despair into Hope for Filipino

December 9, 2025, 10:33 PM

In a world often dominated by headlines of division and despair, it's heartening to witness stories of genuine...

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Simu Liu & Fala Chen to Co-Chair 2026 Unforgettable Awards as Show Joins Awards Season Lineup

December 9, 2025, 7:27 PM

The prestigious 23rd Annual event is set for March 7th, 2026 at the Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles, CA,...

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Fueling the Hustle: The Busy Professional’s Cheat Sheet to Powering Through the Day

December 9, 2025, 6:43 PM

For many young professionals, it has become the norm for mornings to feel like a sprint rather than...

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OPM chart-toppers Rico Blanco, Ebe Dancel, Kamikazee, Nina and This Band headline Broken Hearts Club concert in January

December 9, 2025, 4:47 PM

Cast that heartache of 2025 away with chart-topping tunes from five of OPM's biggest acts playing at the Broken...

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Big Brother separates ‘PBB’ teen housemates after ‘green joke’ concerns

Angelica Villanueva - December 9, 2025, 6:30 PM

BTS Jin celebrates birthday with donation to youth welfare

December 9, 2025, 6:22 PM

Lapid open to biopic but insists on real stunts, family casting

December 9, 2025, 6:15 PM

‘Rekonek’ lights up MMFF with Filipino Christmas story

December 9, 2025, 6:13 PM

‘One Battle After Another’ leads Golden Globes with nine nominations

December 9, 2025, 6:10 PM

Hilton ranks top hospitality workplace in Southeast Asia on Fortune list

Manila Standard Business - December 10, 2025, 12:00 AM

BRIGHTER MACTAN.

December 9, 2025, 8:00 PM

DOLE to support construction workers displaced by suspension of flood control projects

December 9, 2025, 7:55 PM

Eastern Visayas workers, kasambahays, receive increases in minimum wage

December 9, 2025, 7:50 PM

58 TUPAD beneficiaries complete first aquaculture immersion program in GenSan

December 9, 2025, 7:45 PM

Eala-led Team Philippines wows in SEAG opening ceremony

Manila Standard Sports - December 9, 2025, 11:17 PM

PH squads brace for crucial battles in Day 1 of Bangkok SEA Games

December 9, 2025, 11:00 PM

Eala’s WTA success a rallyingpoint for PH netters in SEAG

December 9, 2025, 7:52 PM

Rising stars shine for Filipinas in SEA Games

December 9, 2025, 7:39 PM

MTB rider Ariana shifts to superbikes, bags 5 trophies in Ducati Cup

December 9, 2025, 7:26 PM

‘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

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Bethlehem Christmas tree lit up for first time since Gaza war

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Bethlehem Christmas tree lit up for first time since Gaza war

Features Agence France Presse - 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

Pink elephants march for Thailand’s late queen mother

November 27, 2025, 4:28 PM

OPINION

Editorial

Legal sagacity

WE SEE some judicial insight in what Malacanang Communications Officer Claire Castro said while chasing the push in the Senate to create an Independent...

December 9, 2025, 12:34 AM

“Two Faces of Disaster”

This is an AI-generated cartoon with the prompt: A two-headed monster: one head is...

December 5, 2025, 12:16 AM

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Grinding Grains

Is DICT’s Aguda near the heave-ho?

Jude Avorque Acidre

The Fifth Gospel

Transforming ourselves

Honor Blanco Cabie

Grinding Grains

Is DICT’s Aguda near the heave-ho?

Louis 'Barok' Biraogo

Citizen Barok

The canary in the coal mine

Rudy Romero

Business Class

DBM: A weak link in economic management chain

Lito Banayo

So I See

Ineptitude, corruption, insensitivity

Orlando Oxales

Open Thoughts

Don’t let loan sharks win by regulation

Jose Antonio Goitia

Everyman

Marcos demonstrates clear integrity in ICI hearing

Jose Antonio Goitia

Everyman

Marcos demonstrates clear integrity in ICI hearing

Honor Blanco Cabie

Grinding Grains

Regional literatures help reinforce cultural identity

Herman Tiu Laurel

Everyman

AFP kowtows to US proxy aggression

Ernesto M. Hilario

About Town

Soil erosion in Zambales towns not true, says DENR

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November 2025 Nurses Licensure Examination Results

November 27, 2025, 4:35 AM

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November 27, 2025, 4:25 AM

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November 27, 2025, 4:20 AM

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November 21, 2025, 6:00 AM

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November 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

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Price Watch

Gasoline to spike anew by P1.30/liter; Diesel to inch up, kerosene lower

December 5, 2025, 11:25 PM

Firms to roll back diesel, kerosene prices

December 1, 2025, 10:30 PM

Diesel, kerosene prices to dive next week

November 28, 2025, 11:40 PM

Oil firms set for mixed price adjustments today

November 24, 2025, 10:46 PM

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Josie Natori designs for emotion in CCP’s ‘La Voix Humaine’

Manila Standard Lifestyle - December 9, 2025, 6:07 PM

Museo del Galeón gains new gold donor for 2026 opening

December 9, 2025, 6:05 PM

A diplomat’s collection

December 9, 2025, 6:03 PM

Kultura brings retro Christmas market to SM Podium

December 9, 2025, 6:00 PM

Holiday tables get a playful upgrade as gulaman steps into the Christmas spotlight

December 9, 2025, 12:16 PM

Cebu Pacific to launch Manila–Riyadh flights in March 2026

December 9, 2025, 12:12 PM

The Siguradong Compatible Holiday Gift Guide for the Car Owners in Your Life

Manila Standard - Tech - December 9, 2025, 8:35 PM

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December 9, 2025, 8:31 PM

Five reasons why the OPPO A6 Pro is ready for everyone’s daily hustle

December 9, 2025, 3:00 PM

Win big with Nissan’s aftersales promotion: ‘Daring Rides, Lucky Drives’ and get chance to win trip to Singapore, exclusive Nissan prizes

December 9, 2025, 2:30 PM

Home Credit, Abenson launch Christmasaya Giveaway: Big prizes await

December 9, 2025, 12:09 PM

All-new Prelude takes center stage at ‘Honda Fest’

Manila Standard - December 6, 2025, 6:20 PM

Geely to end year with special offers

December 6, 2025, 6:15 PM

Ford to conclude year with FIC at BGC, extended holiday deals

December 6, 2025, 6:10 PM

Exclusive deals on City, BR-V models to wrap up 2025

December 6, 2025, 6:05 PM

Lexus extends warranty coverage to five (5) years

December 6, 2025, 6:00 PM

Christmas reunions made more joyful with Magnolia Chicken Timplados

Manila Standard - December 6, 2025, 6:20 PM

Czaczacza unveils newest lineup of cakes, crunchy bites and czinnamon rolls

December 6, 2025, 6:10 PM

A fairytale feast: Taste the magic of Shrek The Musical

December 6, 2025, 6:00 PM

Quezon Club: Your next dining destination for great food, greater experiences

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A decade of Italian dining: Sicilian Roast opens Molito Branch

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Business

58 TUPAD beneficiaries complete first aquaculture immersion program in GenSan

December 9, 2025, 7:45 PM

Fifty-eight disadvantaged workers under the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD)...

Business

MEDICAL MISSION, WELLNESS PROGRAM IN DOLE.

December 9, 2025, 7:40 PM

At least 449 DOLE employees received free medicines, laboratory tests, and wellness services during the two-day Medical Mission...

Business

GREAT PLACE TO WORK.

December 9, 2025, 7:35 PM

917Ventures is recognized as a Great Place to Work in the Philippines for 2025–2026, a distinction that comes...

Business

Meralco announces lower December rates

December 9, 2025, 7:25 PM

Power retailer Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced Tuesday a reduction of P0.3557 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in the electricity...

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