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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Banker Henry Aguda named new DICT secretary

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The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Thursday night announced the appointment of digital banking pioneer Henry Rhoel Aguda as its new...

Day 1 of transport strike has minimal impact—MMDA

MMDA chairman Romando Artes welcomes Department of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon at the MMDA Command Center in Pasig City on March 24, 2025 to monitor the situation on major thoroughfares and areas in Metro Manila affected by the first day of transport strike led by Manibela. (Photo by Manny Palmero)

DOTr ‘open to changes’ in PUV modernization program

National Darwin G. Amojelar -
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Monday said the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) will continue with the government open to making some changes to ensure its successful implementation. "Right now, status quo. Those who are already there will continue to do so and those who still have doubts, we will not force them to come in, but we will listen to them first," Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said in...

Palace urges Manibela to engage in PTMP talks amid transport strike

National Charles Dantes -
Malacañang called on the transport group Manibela to engage in dialogue with...

Apologies not enough, vloggers must stop spreading lies—Abante

National Maricel Cruz -
A House leader on Monday said the vlogger who apologized during a...

Dizon to suspend PTMP, says Iloilo transport leader

News Caloy Lozada -
ILOILO CITY – Traditional jeepney drivers and operators opposing the Public Transportation...

Emotional Eala credits family for rise up WTA ranks

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Miami Gardens, United States—Alexandra Eala wrote her name in tennis history on Sunday...

Classes shift online amid transport strike

National Rex Espiritu -
Several schools announced the cancellation of onsite classes on Monday, March 24,...

Online petition vs. Roque bid gains ground

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An online petition urging the Netherlands’ Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) to...
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PARIS OLYMPICS

Elections 2025

ELECTIONS 2025

Pangilinan vows to improve healthcare, social benefits of OFWs

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Senatorial candidate Francis ‘Kiko’ Pangilinan vowed on Monday to improve the health and social...

Binay calls for stricter land use policies to balance food security, urban growth

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Senatorial candidate and Makati City Mayor Abby Binay over the weekend called on local...

Tulfo to file bill mandating prayer breaks, spaces for Muslim workers

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Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidate and ACT-CIS party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo plans to...

4Ps party-list leads latest OCTA pre-election polls

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The 4Ps party-list emerged on top of the 14 sectoral organizations, mostly incumbents, leading...
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TOP STORIES

Dizon to suspend PTMP, says Iloilo transport leader

Caloy Lozada -
ILOILO CITY – Traditional jeepney drivers and operators opposing the Public Transportation Modernization Program...

Transport strike on, classes suspended

Rio N. Araja & Rex Espiritu -
Dizon to talk to protesters At least 19 colleges and universities in Metro Manila, Cavite,...

‘Team Amoy Asim’: More dubious VP confi fund recipients found

Rio N. Araja -
The existence of a “Budol Gang” that allegedly benefitted from P612.5 million in...

Solons zero in on pro-Duterte vloggers as FL targeted anew

Vince Lopez & Rio N. Araja -
Malacañang berated “fake news peddlers” yesterday for casting doubt on the authenticity of a...
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NEWS

OVP operations disrupted over bomb threat

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The Office of the Vice President (OVP) reported a bomb threat that led to...

BRP Antonio Luna marks 4th year service

Rex Espiritu -
THE Philippine Navy ship BRP Antonio Luna (FF151) marked its 4th commissioning anniversary, celebrating...

Trump’s US migrant hunt spares no one from facing deportation

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SPRING – Franco Caraballo was arrested while at a US immigration center for an...

US-Russia talks on Ukraine to begin in Saudi Arabia

Agence France Presse -
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia on Monday...

Choppers, troops to battle wildfire

Agence France Presse -
SEOUL – South Korean authorities said Monday they would deploy dozens of helicopters and...

‘Libreng sakay’: Metro Manila LGUs offer free rides amid transport strike

Joel E. Zurbano -
Several local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila provided free rides to assist passengers...
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VIDEOS

Palace: Duterte compared himself to Hitler, not Ninoy Aquino
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OPINION

National Disaster

This is an AI-generated cartoon with the prompt: Generate a political cartoon of a scorched landscape. At the center...

Advancing security goals

MANY, we ourselves included, will be keenly reading the body language and statements when...
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COLUMNISTS

Duterte’s future

Manila Standard Emil Jurado -
“I see a dark future for Duterte,  now in the custody of the ICC” WITH...

Guevarra’s recusal fiasco

Manila Standard Louis 'Barok' Biraogo -
“Pulling the entire OSG out of the fray instead of just stepping aside himself...

USAID: Soft power in 21st Century geopolitics

Manila Standard Rudy Romero -
Hard power bespeaks intimidation, destruction and subjugation; soft power bespeaks cooperation, assistance and development. The...

Troubling

Manila Standard Lito Banayo -
“Senadora Imee’s foreign relations committee hearing last Thursday opened up more questions on the...

Don’t hang up on 2G just yet

Manila Standard Orlando Oxales -
“The real solution lies in stronger cybersecurity, public education, and coordinated action” In a world...

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NATIONAL

Meeting between Trump, Marcos expected soon

Rachelle Tonelada -
A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is...

Palace mum on Sen. Imee, Alyansa slate endorsement

Charles Dantes -
Malacañang on Monday remained tight-lipped regarding President Marcos’ endorsement of 11 candidates at the...

‘DSWD always open to help the needy’

Maricel Cruz -
FOLLOWING the announcement by the Commission on Elections’ (Comelec) of the new exemption from the...

OTS cites close tie-up with Aussie cyber firm in aviation security

Joel E. Zurbano -
THE Office for Transportation Security (OTS) is collaborating with Australian Cyber and Infrastructure Security...
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WORLD NEWS

Trump’s US migrant hunt spares no one from facing deportation

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SPRING – Franco Caraballo was arrested while at a US immigration center for an...

US-Russia talks on Ukraine to begin in Saudi Arabia

Agence France Presse -
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia on Monday...

Choppers, troops to battle wildfire

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SEOUL – South Korean authorities said Monday they would deploy dozens of helicopters and...

South Korea court dismisses impeachment of prime minister—Yonhap

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Seoul, South Korea—South Korea's Constitutional Court dismissed the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo Monday,...
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BUSINESS

VAT refund for foreign tourists now in effect with IRR issuance

Darwin G. Amojelar -
Foreign tourists can now avail of value-added tax (VAT) refunds in the Philippines, the...

PH continues to woo US companies

Othel V. Campos -
Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque reiterated the Philippines’ readiness to...

Jollibee Foods plans overseas fund raising

Jenniffer B. Austria -
Jollibee Foods Corp. is raising fresh funds from the overseas bond market with the...

Top Line gets SEC permit to sell shares

Jenniffer B. Austria -
Top Line Business Development Corp. started the offer period for its planned P733-million initial...

GALLERY

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ON THE ROAD

PH Rallycross, National Rally Championship crown 2024 winners

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The Philippine Rallycross Series (PHRX) and the Philippine National Rally Championship (PNRC) celebrated their...

The nimble Shark

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“The BYD Shark 6 DMO was designed to prove its mettle across challenging terrains...

Michelin reinforces PH presence with new Alabang Office

Manila Standard -
The new office will serve as a hub for improved support, providing local partners...

Honda cars ‘gear up for 2025’ promo on its last week

Manila Standard -
Providing Honda CONNECT app users with exclusive service offers until March 31, such benefits...
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SPORTS

Belief in self pushed Eala to pull off milestone feat

Sports Peter Atencio -
FILIPINO tennis star Alexandra Eala was at first in disbelief when she shocked world...

Good or bust for Angels, Thunderbelles in PVL wars

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HAVING reasserted its dominance in Game Two, Petro Gazz looks every inch a championship...

Heinsohn shines with 2 golds in California jiu-jitsu tourney

Fightsports Randy Caluag -
BAILEY Heinsohn delivered for Team Philippines, clinching two golds in the Girls’ 11-12 No...

Tigers win 6th title, Finnegan grabs share of beam crown

Active Peter Atencio -
PARIS Olympics’ veteran Aleah Finnegan and Haleigh Bryant shared the spotlight as the Louisiana...
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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Sinagtala’ stars share bond, love for music in new film

Joseph Peter R. Gonzales -
At the recent grand media conference for the movie Sinagtala produced by Sinagtala Productions,...

‘Snow White’ leads box office, but happily ever after uncertain

Agence France Presse -
Disney’s remake of Snow White topped the North American box office this weekend with...

Will Song Joong Ki visit Manila after signing deal with Filipino brand?

Nickie Wang -
A visit to Manila by South Korean actor Song Joong Ki may finally happen as he...

Forbidden K-pop to center stage: North Koreans set for music debut

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Growing up in North Korea, Hyuk’s childhood was about survival. He never listened to...
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LIFESTYLE

Get up close with adidas icons at Zalora’s pop-up

Nickie Wang -
A new pop-up store in Makati City is turning heads with its clean, modern...

Apparel brand celebrates Women’s Month with art, new collection

Angelica Villanueva -
Global apparel brand Uniqlo is transforming everyday essentials with its 2025 Spring/Summer Bra Top...

‘I love Paris every moment…’

Bob Zozobrado -
Thus goes the song, popularized by Bing Crosby, about what is universally known as...

PH’s biggest travel fair returns in July

Manila Standard Lifestyle -
The Travel Madness Expo (TME), one of the country’s largest travel and trade fairs,...
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SPOTLIGHT

Global warming: PH, other nations struggling vs. triple planetary crisis

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The world is facing a triple planetary crisis with catastrophic consequences. The UN Environment Program...

MPIC showcases conservation efforts at UN Biodiversity Conference

Manila Standard -
Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) joined environment officials and advocates from over 190 countries...

Efficient energy key to reducing carbon footprint

Alena Mae S. Flores -
The Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance Inc. (PE2) has stressed that energy efficiency and conservation...

Why environmental sustainability matters and what steps we can take

Patricia Taculao -Deligero -
The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food that nourishes us –...
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LGUs

Iloilo eyes private sector collab to boost climate-resilient rice production

Caloy Lozada -
The Iloilo provincial government is seeking private sector partnerships to enhance rice production and...

Lacuna pays tribute to Manila fire rescue volunteers

Itchie G. Cabayan -
As the Fire Prevention Month comes to an end, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna reiterated...

2 detained in Bohol Airport after bomb joke

Joel E. Zurbano -
Two air travelers were detained at Bohol-Panglao International Airport after making a bomb joke...

Iloilo boosts literacy drive, national ID listup

Caloy Lozada -
ILOILO City—In a bid to empower communities through education and civic inclusion, the Iloilo...
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TECH

Shop better deals on Lazada’s Birthday Blowout Sale from March 24 (8p.m.) to 29

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Lazada is inviting everyone to join its Birthday Blowout Sale this March. From March...

You can now get the HONOR Magic V3 from more Globe stores nationwide

Manila Standard - Tech -
You can now get your hands on the Slimmer and Stronger HONOR Magic V3...

Ready for the elements: The OPPO A5 Pro 5G is equipped to handle the extremes

Manila Standard - Tech -
Leading global smart device brand OPPO continues to set the benchmark for smartphone durability...

AdSpark and Payless transform shopper engagement with Payless Bigatin Promo

Manila Standard - Tech -
AdSpark and Payless recently introduced a tech-driven approach to shopper engagement through the Payless...
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CRAVINGS

Sundays made even better at Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill PH

Manila Standard -
There is nothing more quintessentially British than the world-famous Sunday Roast – a traditional...

TAG 4120: Where art meets culinary excellence

Manila Standard -
What happens when you mix extraordinary local art and food? A big blast, that’s...

Refresh your summer with Jollibee’s Summer Delights

Manila Standard -
The summer heat is on, but the fun is just beginning. Jollibee is here to...

Kafé Monte: A not-so-hidden hangout in the highlands

Aytch Dela Cruz -
Coffee shops don’t just give you fresh cups these days. Sometimes people crave for...
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

Global warming: PH, other nations struggling vs. triple planetary crisis

Manila Standard -
The world is facing a triple planetary crisis with catastrophic consequences. The UN Environment Program...

MPIC showcases conservation efforts at UN Biodiversity Conference

Manila Standard -
Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) joined environment officials and advocates from over 190 countries...

Efficient energy key to reducing carbon footprint

Alena Mae S. Flores -
The Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance Inc. (PE2) has stressed that energy efficiency and conservation...

Why environmental sustainability matters and what steps we can take

Patricia Taculao -Deligero -
The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food that nourishes us –...
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PETS

How often should you wash your dog’s bowls?

Niko Gabriel Salgado -
As a pet owner, you want to ensure your dog’s health and well-being in...

Acid reflux in pets: A common digestive issue

Mariana Burgos -
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition in...

Shiitake mushrooms and canine cancer

Niko Gabriel Salgado -
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs, with diagnosis ranging...

Understanding constipation in pets

Mariana Burgos -
Constipation in pets is a common issue that affects many animals, particularly dogs and...
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POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

FPJ Panday motorcade

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The FPJ Panday Bayanihan party-list motorcade draws a crowd in Batangas. The motorcade was...

PCG’s quick response

Manila Standard -
The Philippine Coast Guard reacted swiftly to a distress call for assistance to a...

Fiery duty

Norman Cruz -
Firefighters extinguish a blaze that razed a residential area JP Rizal St, Brgy Namayan,...

Joint administrative order

Danny Pata -
Commission on Higher Education chairman Prospero De Vera III, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco,...

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
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EXAM RESULT

January 2025 Licensure Examination for Architects Results

Complete list of successful examinees in the licensure examination for architects. Roll of Successful Examinees...

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...

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