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Millie Bobby Brown calls out media over ‘bullying’

Latest News Manila Standard - March 4, 2025, 6:53 pm 0

British actress Millie Bobby Brown, best known for playing Eleven in the Netflix series "Stranger Things," issued a public statement criticizing the press for...

CHR calls on Palace to provide protection to EJK kin

News March 12, 2025, 12:25 am

Tearful families of Philippine drug war victims welcome Duterte arrest

National March 11, 2025, 8:05 pm

Catching the world’s most wanted: the ICC’s impossible task

National March 11, 2025, 6:46 pm

ICC going for the biggest catch

March 12, 2025, 12:20 am

Rody arrested, extradited to ICC

AT EASE. Arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte and his Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea wait for the departure of the private executive jet for The Hague, Netherlands at the tarmac of NAIA airport. Screengrab from ABS-CBN

Rody arrested, extradited to ICC

News Charles Dantes, Joel E. Zurbano, Rachelle Tonelada, Vince Lopez & Rex Espiritu - March 12, 2025, 1:00 am

To be tried in The Hague for crimes against humanity Former President Rodrigo Duterte was extradited to The Hague, Netherlands late Tuesday evening where he will stand trial before the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity in relation to his bloody war on drugs. The 79-year-old Duterte, who was arrested earlier in the day by Interpol and local authorities upon his return to Manila from Hong Kong, boarded a private...

Pope out of danger, talk turns to return home

News Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 8:46 pm

Vatican City, Holy See—Pope Francis was reported to be in good spirits Tuesday...

China speaks in defense of Duterte amid ICC arrest

News Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 4:29 pm

Beijing, China—China on Tuesday warned the International Criminal Court against its alleged "politicization"...

‘Happy’ to kill: Duterte’s views on drug deaths

National Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 3:04 pm

Manila, Philippines—Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte, arrested Tuesday on an International Criminal Court...

ICC releases arrest warrant vs. Duterte

News Rachelle Tonelada - March 11, 2025, 2:45 pm

The International Criminal Court (ICC) released on Tuesday an official copy of...

De Lima on Duterte’s arrest: ‘Justice is finally taking its course’

National Rachelle Tonelada - March 11, 2025, 2:31 pm

"The pursuit of justice continues," said human rights lawyer Leila De Lima,...

Human rights groups back Duterte arrest

National Rachelle Tonelada - March 11, 2025, 1:52 pm

The arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte following an International Criminal Court...

PARIS OLYMPICS

ELECTIONS 2025

Comelec begins countdown to May polls

Vito Barcelo - March 11, 2025, 11:10 pm

With just 8 million out of the 72 million ballots remaining to be printed,...

DSWD, Comelec tie up on PWD voting

Maricel Cruz - March 11, 2025, 11:00 pm

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) officially formalized its partnership with the...

3-way pact forged to help elderlies, PWDs cast ballots

Maricel Cruz - March 11, 2025, 10:40 pm

THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has formalized its partnership with the...

Villar calls for implementation of climate change legislation

Maricel Cruz - March 10, 2025, 11:40 pm

Citing the challenges of climate change, Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial bet and...

No politics, just fulfilling Interpol commitments — PBBM

Charles Dantes - March 12, 2025, 12:55 am

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. said the government was obligated to fulfill its commitments to...

VP slams ‘oppression,’ set to fly to The Hague

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:50 am

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday slammed the arrest of her father, former President Rodrigo...

China hits ICC, but ASEAN lawmakers, int’l rights groups hail arrest

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:40 am

China came to the defense of former President Rodrigo Duterte following his arrest on...

Duterte foes, EJK victims cheer arrest

Maricel Cruz, Rachelle Tonelada & Ram Superable - March 12, 2025, 12:35 am

Legislators, human rights advocates and the Catholic hierarchy were united in celebrating yesterday former...

PH, Canada launch chaplain dev’t course

Rex Espiritu - March 11, 2025, 10:55 pm

CHAPLAINS play a significant role in the overall development of a robust military organization. With...

Two-bus smash-up on EDSA Carousel injures 31

Joel E. Zurbano - March 11, 2025, 10:50 pm

At least 31 people were reported injured in a two-bus collision Monday night on...

3-way pact forged to help elderlies, PWDs cast ballots

Maricel Cruz - March 11, 2025, 10:40 pm

THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has formalized its partnership with the...

TUCP exhorts OTS to regularize casual workers to curb corruption

Vito Barcelo - March 11, 2025, 10:30 pm

THE Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) has urged the Office for Transportation...

LTFRB suspends PUV drivers’ training program

Rio N. Araja - March 11, 2025, 10:20 pm

THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has suspended the Comprehensive Road Safety...

Pangilinan hits back at foes on the internet

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 10:10 pm

FORMER Senator Francis Pangilinan exposed alleged coordinated online attacks against him, citing data-backed evidence...

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Climate crisis = educational crisis

March 12, 2025, 12:15 am

This is an AI-generated cartoon with the prompt: Generate a political cartoon in horizontal format divided by two panels....

Wish granted

March 12, 2025, 12:10 am

SPEAKING at the House of Representatives during the Quad committee hearings last year, former...

DICT reforms urgently needed

Ernesto M. Hilario - March 12, 2025, 12:05 am

“In November last year, Dy explained to the President that the Free Wi-Fi Program...

Transforming NAIA into a world-class gateway

Melandrew T. Velasco - March 12, 2025, 12:00 am

“Improvements at the NAIA terminals are now visible since the NNIC entry” THE importance of...

Graft, corruption still pervasive

Emil Jurado - March 11, 2025, 12:05 am

“Graft and corruption in government has become so endemic that it cannot be solved” A...

The Philippines’ fight for hope amid US-China fire

Louis 'Barok' Biraogo - March 11, 2025, 12:00 am

“Let’s unpack the rift, learn from history, and forge a path with hope and...

Trump administration: Mercantilism in, globalization out

Rudy Romero - March 10, 2025, 8:20 pm

John Maynard Keynes of the United Kingdom, Henry Morgenthau of the U.S. and the...

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BDO combines strengths of physical and digital banking for Filipinos to bank and pay their way

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100% of Una Apartments sold in the first ten months

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LTFRB orders suspension of bus involved in a collision in EDSA

Darwin G. Amojelar - March 11, 2025, 11:40 pm

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered the suspension of Earthstar...

Ombudsman halts complaint against Speaker on national budget

Rio N. Araja - March 11, 2025, 11:30 pm

THE Office of the Ombudsman has stopped an investigation into a complaint accusing Speaker...

Escudero to airport execs: Cleanse ranks

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:20 pm

Senate President Francis “Chiz” G. Escudero on Tuesday urged transport and justice officials to...

PH, Canada launch chaplain dev’t course

Rex Espiritu - March 11, 2025, 10:55 pm

CHAPLAINS play a significant role in the overall development of a robust military organization. With...

ICC going for the biggest catch

Agence France Presse - March 12, 2025, 12:20 am

The arrest yesterday of former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, by police acting on an...

Ukraine to present partial truce after row

Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 9:05 pm

JEDDAH – Ukraine will present the United States on Tuesday with a plan for...

China wraps up key political meet with call for ‘struggle’

Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 9:00 pm

BEIJING—China on Tuesday concluded one of its biggest political events of the year with...

Search ends for missing crewman after North Sea collision

Agence France Presse - March 11, 2025, 8:55 pm

GRIMSBY, United Kingdom—Fires were still raging on Tuesday after a cargo ship laden with...

Fund transfer award.

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:12 pm

Asia United Bank (AUB) is recognized for its high-quality performance in funds transfer operations...

NTC reviewing SIM registration law to combat rising text scams

Darwin G. Amojelar - March 11, 2025, 9:05 pm

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) said Tuesday it is undertaking a comprehensive review of...

MCIA received 2024 service quality award for best airport in Asia Pacific

Manila Standard Business - March 11, 2025, 9:00 pm

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) won the 2024 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Award for Best...

PEZA, BCDA agree to prevent overlap of functions

Othel V. Campos - March 11, 2025, 8:55 pm

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)...

GALLERY

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Women empowerment.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:23 am

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Stroke treatment.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:13 am

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Port projects.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:08 am

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Silver anvil.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:05 am

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Soil laboratory

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:43 pm

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Clean energy.

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:43 pm

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Tribute to Aguinaldo

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:41 pm

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Infante fire

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 11:40 pm

JMC Philippines to Launch JMEV Electric Sedans

Manila Standard - March 8, 2025, 8:30 pm

JMEV, known for electric models like the EV2, EV3, and E Light in global...

A Hybrid Hold or Electric Surge?

Andy Sevilla - March 1, 2025, 9:50 pm

It’s a tricky prediction, isn’t it? Deciding which power source will reign supreme in...

OMODA & JAECOO officially makes its presence known

Manila Standard - February 22, 2025, 9:50 pm

OMODA C5, OMODA E5, and JAECOO EJ6 take center stage as brand enters PH...

BYD Shark 6 DMO to electrify PH pickup market

Manila Standard - February 22, 2025, 9:40 pm

Reservations now open The future of pickup trucks has arrived in the Philippines as BYD...

High hopes for Filipino mixed martial artists in Asian Games

Fightsports Randy Caluag - March 11, 2025, 10:05 pm

THE Philippines is setting its sights on another historic feat in the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya...

Singson pulls ahead, braces for frenetic ICTSI golf finish

Sports Manila Standard Sports - March 11, 2025, 9:55 pm

GENERAL TRIAS, Cavite—In a battle for control that resembled a game of musical chairs,...

Junior Altas try to keep NCAA lead

Basketball Dennis Abrina - March 11, 2025, 9:50 pm

THE Perpetual Help Junior Altas look to retain their hold on the lead when...

Asian body suspends PH billiards association

Sports Manila Standard Sports - March 11, 2025, 9:45 pm

THE Asian Confederation of Billiard Sport (ACBS) suspended the Billiard Sports Confederation of the...

Alfred Vargas halts films for campaign trail

Nickie Wang - March 11, 2025, 6:35 pm

Alfred Vargas has put on hold several films he planned to produce under his...

P-pop group 1621 takes love on a ride with new single ‘Bababa’

Manila Standard Showbiz - March 11, 2025, 6:30 pm

Boy group 1621 has released its latest single, “Bababa.” The song, according to ABS-CBN...

Katrina Velarde featured in 98 Degrees’ re-recording of classic hit

Manila Standard Showbiz - March 11, 2025, 6:25 pm

Power belter Katrina Velarde has teamed up with American pop group 98 Degrees for...

Bong Joon-ho’s ‘Mickey 17’ clones success at box office debut

Agence France Presse - March 10, 2025, 6:40 pm

Mickey 17, a black comedy from Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho, topped the North American...

CCP lights up iconic building and theater for Women’s Month

Manila Standard Lifestyle - March 11, 2025, 6:20 pm

The Main Building and the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez of the Cultural Center of the...

‘Choosing’ returns for limited run in June

Jasper Valdez - March 11, 2025, 6:15 pm

Production company Fire and Ice LIVE! will stage a limited rerun of Choosing, a...

On the ownership of creativity

Hannah Galang-Dumlao, piid, mfad - March 11, 2025, 6:10 pm

Creativity is an extension of who we are. Whether an artist, designer, writer, or...

Numismatic celebration

Nickie Wang - March 11, 2025, 6:05 pm

Minted MLA event features rare exhibits, expert-led seminars, and exclusive auction of historic collectibles Stepping...

Babae Ako Partylist kicks off Women’s Month with Lady Riders Motorcade

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 9:33 pm

Quezon City – March 8, 2025 – In a powerful display of strength, unity,...

Blueprints of Tomorrow: WORLDBEX 2025 Reveals the Evolution of Architecture

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 3:17 pm

Architecture is the blueprint of progress, transforming ideas into enduring structures that inspire, innovate,...

AdventEnergy, Skyrise renew supply partnership

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 2:49 pm

Skyrise Realty & Development Corporation (SRDC) inked another retail supply contract with Aboitiz Power...

GROHE welcomes you to the GROHE Aqua Gallery at Milan Design Week 2025

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 2:47 pm

GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, is returning...

Makati public schools top NAT for Grade 6

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 10:00 pm

MAKATI City public schools have topped regional and national average scores across all assessment...

New NEDA-NIR office to drive strategic growth in Negros Island Region

Caloy Lozada - March 11, 2025, 3:41 pm

The Negros Island Region (NIR) takes a major step toward economic progress and regional...

Angeles City LGU enhances security

Butch Gunio - March 10, 2025, 11:10 pm

Angeles City has enhanced its command center by installing 210 additional security cameras in...

Cagayan provides cash aid to Tuao

Jessica M. Bacud - March 10, 2025, 11:00 pm

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan—The Cagayan provincial government provided financial aid to the town of Tuao...

See how Anne Curtis and BJ Pascual brought the vivo V50 shoot to life

Manila Standard - Tech - March 11, 2025, 6:49 pm

Beyond social media interactions and fun events, vivo ambassador Anne Curtis and BJ Pascual...

Web3 on Wheels: YGG Pilipinas hits the road with Metaverse Filipino Worker Caravan

Manila Standard - Tech - March 11, 2025, 6:46 pm

YGG Pilipinas is embarking on a four-month tour with the Metaverse Filipino Worker (MFW)...

PLDT Enterprise, Multisys join forces to deliver future-ready, end-to-end digital solutions

Manila Standard - March 11, 2025, 6:31 pm

PLDT Enterprise, the corporate arm of the country’s leading telecommunications and digital services provider,...

Life moves fast—get that loan even faster with Maya

Manila Standard - Tech - March 11, 2025, 6:09 pm

Life comes at you fast—your next big move, a golden opportunity, or an unexpected...

Full steam ahead for popular hotpot’s new Mandaluyong branch

Ratziel San Juan - March 8, 2025, 6:50 pm

Chinese hotpot chain Jiang Nan has opened its newest branch at Mandaluyong's Fame Mall. This...

Inari Sukiyaki officially launches new home in BGC

Manila Standard - March 8, 2025, 6:40 pm

Inari Sukiyaki, known for its innovative take on the classic Japanese sukiyaki experience, has...

Hilton Hotels partner with Laura Mercier to celebrate International Women’s Month

Manila Standard - March 8, 2025, 6:30 pm

In celebration of International Women’s Month, Hilton properties in the Philippines – Conrad Manila...

Breathtaking views, elevated dining destinations at Solaire Resort North

Manila Standard - March 1, 2025, 7:40 pm

Standing tall at 38 stories over Quezon City, Solaire Resort North is the tallest...

Climate actions assure sustainability—CCC

CCC News - March 10, 2025, 7:05 pm

ILOILO CITY—The Philippines must build up resilience measures to minimize climate risks and ensure...

Global biodiversity agreement lines up $200-b fund for nature

UN News - March 10, 2025, 7:00 pm

Governments last week reached agreement on a strategy to raise an additional $200 billion...

DENR boosts coastal ecosystems, disaster resilience

Marita Moaje - March 10, 2025, 6:55 pm

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has initiated a move to protect...

WMO sees brief La Niña occurrence

UN News - March 10, 2025, 6:50 pm

The weak but significant La Niña weather event that began in December is likely...

14 unwanted dogs and cats put up for adoption, instead of being put to sleep

Dennis Abrina - March 8, 2025, 8:50 pm

It was a day of love and compassion indeed, a rare but commendable move...

Is oatmeal good for dogs?

Niko Gabriel Salgado - March 8, 2025, 8:40 pm

Oatmeal is a staple in many human diets. It is known for its fiber...

The role of animals in filmmaking: A closer look

Mariana Burgos - March 1, 2025, 7:10 pm

Animals have played a vital role in the filmmaking industry, engaging audiences and enhancing...

Feline upper respiratory infections: A common cat cold

Mariana Burgos - March 1, 2025, 7:00 pm

Cat colds, also known as feline upper respiratory infections (URIs), are a common ailment...

Women empowerment.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:23 am

With artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizing industries, TELUS Digital Philippines is making significant strides to...

Stroke treatment.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:13 am

UERM Medical Center takes a groundbreaking step in enhancing stroke diagnosis and treatment by...

Port projects.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:08 am

Matadi Gateway Terminal (MGT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation in the Democratic...

Silver anvil.

Manila Standard - March 12, 2025, 12:05 am

Hepmil Philippines celebrates a significant win at the 60th Anvil Awards with its partnership...

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Philippine Peso Exchange Rate

in PHP
Australian Dollar	35.7
Swiss Franc	62.8
Euro	59.7
British Pound	68.9
Hong Kong Dollar	7.26
Japanese Yen	0.38
American Dollar	56.8
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