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Philippines’ GDP grew 5.4% in first quarter of 2025

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The Philippine economy grew 5.4 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. This was slower than the...

Whistleblower to file case vs. police tagged in missing sabungeros case

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Whistleblower Julie "Dondon" Patidongan on Saturday said he will file a case with the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) against the police officers he alleged were involved in the disappearance and killing of online cockfighting enthusiasts known as the "missing sabungeros." "On Monday (July 14), I will go to the NAPOLCOM... to file a case against the police that I mentioned," Patindongan said in Filipino during an interview over DZBB. In the...

Pagcor orders gambling firms, ‘influencers’ to take down all ads

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) yesterday ordered the removal of...

Most Pinoys want gov’t to assert rights over WPS

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A majority of Filipinos want the government to continue asserting the Philippines’...

Ex-DepEd chief faces graft raps

National Rio N. Araja -
The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the filing of graft and...

Senate welcomes Supreme Court motion on VP impeachment

National Ram Superable -
The Senate on Friday acknowledged the Supreme Court’s move to consolidate the...

Lazaro says 2016 PCA ruling ‘unassailable’ despite China’s defiance

National Ram Superable -
Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro on Friday asserted the “validity and legal...

CICC warns Filipino influencers over illegal online gambling promotion

Business Darwin G. Amojelar -
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has urged content creators to...
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PARIS OLYMPICS

RESULTS
Elections 2025

ELECTIONS 2025

Comelec to allow voters make erasures on 2025 BSKE ballots

Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said voters for the upcoming 2025 Barangay and Sangguniang...

Abante welcomes Comelec proclaiming him as Manila 6th district rep

Maricel Cruz -
Manila Rep. Bienvenido “Benny” Abante Jr. was formally proclaimed Tuesday by the Commission on...

Comelec vows to assess poll suggestions by EU

Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Thursday said it will evaluate the recommendations by...

Comelec readies Bangsamoro polls

Vito Barcelo -
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Tuesday said it is preparing for the first...
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TOP STORIES

Marcos to meet Trump

Charles Dantes -
Tariff, defense top agenda during July 20-22 Washington visit President Ferdinand Marcos will visit Washington...

Pagcor orders gambling firms, ‘influencers’ to take down all ads

Rex Espiritu & Ram Superable -
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) yesterday ordered the removal of all gambling-related...

Divers find more suspicious sacks on Taal Lake’s bottom

Pot Chavez, Charles Dantes, Rex Espiritu & Rio N. Araja -
The Department of Justice (DOJ) yesterday confirmed the recovery of two more sacks from...

Most Pinoys want gov’t to assert rights over WPS

Ram Superable -
A majority of Filipinos want the government to continue asserting the Philippines’ rights in...
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NEWS

DSWD releases P202m to disaster victims

Rio N. Araja -
The Department of Social Welfare and Development has provided over P202 million worth of...

PAUW-UP rolls out more art workshops

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The Philippine Association of University Women, University of the Philippines Chapter (PAUW-UP) continues its...

2025 UP Gawad Plaridel now accepts nominations

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The University of the Philippines College of Media and Communication (UP CMC) is now...

CAAP, NBI probe fake pilot license syndicate

Joel E. Zurbano -
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines and the National Bureau of Investigation are...

Cebu Pacific turns over 10,000 mangrove trees

Joel E. Zurbano -
Cebu Pacific has donated 10,000 mangrove trees to the Tapon Fisherfolks Association and Dumanjug’s...

Russia, US hold talks on Ukraine war

Agence France Presse -
KYIV – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and US top diplomat Marco Rubio held...
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OPINION

Shrilling for impunity

This is an AI-generated cartoon with the prompt: Generate a political cartoon of a massive man with size zero...

Taal Lake raises hopes

News reports on the start of diving in Taal Lake for bodies of missing...
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COLUMNISTS

If AI were to fool anyone

Manila Standard Rolando Ng III -
“The world is set to see how AI can work beyond the norm” …I would...

Betting on safety: The case for PIGO

Manila Standard Ernesto M. Hilario -
THE recent flurry of bills filed in Congress to regulate or ban online gambling...

VP Sara’s impeachment defense

Manila Standard Tony La Viña -
"With staggered six-year terms and partial elections every three years, the Senate remains institutionally...

Easy money

Manila Standard Lito Banayo -
"People must earn from the sweat of their brows, not from illusions of fortune...

Arbitration’s 10-year damage

Manila Standard Herman Tiu Laurel -
"The Philippine proxies are only hammering away at China, which exposes the targeted anti-China...
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NATIONAL

Demand, Red Sea attacks push up fuel prices

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The Department of Energy expects another big-time oil price hike of more than P1...

Six survivors of Houthi raid back in PH

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Six of the 17 Filipino crew members from the ill-fated cargo vessel, MV Magic...

PCG arms ships patrolling WPS with heavier guns

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The Philippine Coast Guard will install heavy artilleries on its ships patrolling the West...

Romualdez cites mass distribution of PTVs as ‘promise kept’

Rio N. Araja -
Reelected Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez on Friday lauded President Marcos for decisive and...
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WORLD NEWS

Russia, US hold talks on Ukraine war

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KYIV – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and US top diplomat Marco Rubio held...

Trump to visit flood-ravaged Texas amid scrutiny

Agence France Presse -
HOUSTON, Texas – US President Donald Trump was set to visit Texas on Friday...

Rubio, China’s Wang meet on sidelines of ASEAN talks

Agence France Presse -
KUALA LUMPUR – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met his Chinese counterpart Wang...

Trump threatens Canada with 35 percent tariff rate starting Aug 1

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WASHINGTON, DC – Canada will face a 35 percent tariff on exports to the...
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BUSINESS

Philippine bank bad loans tick down in May 2025

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Bad loans held by Philippine banks eased slightly in May 2025, even as demand...

RCREIT: NOTICE OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDERS MEETING 

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August 13, 2025 Notice is hereby given that the Special Shareholders Meeting of RL Commercial...

Local stocks close lower amid market uncertainty

Jenniffer B. Austria -
Local shares ended marginally lower Friday in lackluster trading as investors remained cautious amid...

DA plans $250-m aquaculture project with ADB

Othel V. Campos -
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to launch a $250 million aquaculture infrastructure...

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ON THE ROAD

Geely starts fresh anew Introduces new EV and updated best-seller

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Geely Cars Philippines, now under direct control of its Chinese parent company, is pushing...

Lotus unveils revamped Eletreand Emeya line-up with new naming convention

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Lotus has announced a significant revamp of its Eletre hyper-SUV and Emeya hyper-GT lineups...

Volvo Launches New XC Line, Now as Plug-in Hybrids

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Volvo Philippines, under its official distributor Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), ushered in a...

Toyota motor Philippines: It’s not just about selling cars

Milo Rivera -
In a vibrant automotive market like the Philippines, a common question among consumers is...
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SPORTS

Tropang 5G seek 3-peat, but Beermen want to crash party

Basketball Peter Atencio -
A rare grand slam awaits the TNT Tropang 5G should they win the crown...

Jhanlo Sangiao wants to cap off birthday week with ONE victory

Fightsports Manila Standard -
After nearly two years away from competition, Jhanlo Mark Sangiao has one birthday wish...

Torcaso credits PFF’s support for Filipinas’ recent successes

Sports Manila Standard -
Following their impressive qualification in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 with a perfect...

Bisera romps in JPGT debut; Miñoza ends drought at South Pacific

Sports Manila Standard -
DAVAO City—Local standout Adrian Bisera and Bukidnon’s Crista Miñoza made their mark in the...
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ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix drops trailer for ‘Wednesday’ Season 2

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Streaming giant Netflix has released the official trailer for the second season, part one...

Justin Bieber makes a comeback with new album 

Angelica Villanueva -
Justin Bieber is making his comeback with a new studio album, his first since...

Eraserheads music docu ‘Combo on the Run’ to screen at San Diego Comic‑Con

Jasper Valdez -
Combo on the Run, a documentary on Filipino rock band the Eraserheads, will screen...

Ex‑NCT member Taeil sentenced to 3.5 years for aggravated rape

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Former NCT vocalist Moon Taeil, 31, was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison by...
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LIFESTYLE

Every hopia tells a story

Nickie Wang -
If you needed a sign to stock up on hopia, this is it. Eng Bee...

Bringing balance and function to the modern Filipino home

Jasper Valdez -
Toshiba Lifestyle Philippines is bringing a fresh approach to home living with the launch...

Staying fit by keeping the faith

Kate Adajar -
How Coach Jacob Ejercito merges spirituality and physical training for weight management (Continued from last...

Davao site brings McDonald’s Philippines to 800 stores

Nickie Wang -
McDonald’s Philippines opened its 800th store on June 30 at Davao Global Township, an...
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SPOTLIGHT

From Manila to Seoul: BlueWater Day Spa marks 20 years with Global Glow and Local Soul

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For 20 years, BlueWater Day Spa has been that go-to space — the quiet...

BDO Foundation prioritizes access to basic healthcare

Manila Standard -
Several primary care facilities in the provinces of Antique and Cebu received renovation support...

VIYLine MSME Caravan Makes Its Next Big Stop at SM City Cabanatuan 

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Nueva Ecija, gear up! From July 16 to 22, the VIYLine MSME Caravan is...

EMPOWERING WOMENBIZPH TRADE FAIRS AT SM SUPERMALLS

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The WOMENBIZ | WOMEN STRONG Trade Fair successfully wrapped up back-to-back legs at SM...
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LGUs

Makati gov’t wants subway deal quashed

Joel E. Zurbano -
The Makati City government filed yesterday with the Singapore International Arbitration Center (SIAC) a...

Over 70K Valenzuela senior citizens get early Christmas gifts in July

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The Valenzuela City government officially launched "Pasko sa Hulyo Para Kay Lolo at Lola...

180 LGUs adopt Paleng-QR Ph program for cashless transactions

Vince Lopez -
A total of 180 local government units (LGUs) nationwide officially adopted the Paleng-QR Ph...

Time running out for Cebu Bus Rapid Transit – Baricuatro

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Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro wants the long-delayed Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system completed...
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TECH

Revolutionizing Retail: PLDT Enterprise and PRA champion inclusive, tech-driven growth

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PLDT Enterprise and the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) reinforce their commitment to future-proof Philippine...

Seagate Ultra Compact SSD: Lightning-fast, ultra compact storage solution for on-the-go professionals

Manila Standard - Tech -
Tiny but mighty backup for business, leisure, or whatever life throws your way Seagate Technology...

Making Life Good for the next generation: LG Ambassador Challenge 2025 winner supports mothers and children

Manila Standard - Tech -
With over P1.5M in funding from the Comunity Chest of Korea (CCK) and the...

AI-generated media drives real-world fraud, identity theft

Manila Standard - Tech -
HONG KONG SAR — Trend Micro Incorporated, a global cybersecurity leader, recently released a...
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CRAVINGS

Jollibee launches new Jolly Meal Savers lineup: Sulit-sarap meals for only ₱99

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Jollibee fans have more reasons to celebrate their favorite meals. Starting July 9 (Wednesday),...

Paving the way for PH coffee on the world stage

Joyce Babe Pañares -
Michael Harris Conlin’s love affair with all things coffee began when he was just...

An oasis of calm, flavor, and design: The Matcha Tokyo opens flagship store in SM Mall of Asia

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The Matcha Tokyo ventures south once again with the grand opening of its largest...

Taste the universe with Celestial Cocktails by Skybar

Manila Standard -
Raise your glass to the stars and embark on a captivating journey as Skybar...
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

DOST Bukidnon and Kalilangan LGU boost education through CEST

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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Bukidnon recently held a "Kamustahan" meeting with...

CCC, Korea-based institution pushing for renewable energy

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The Climate Change Commission (CCC) and the South Korea-based Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)...

UNDP, SEC promote sustainable practices to small, medium firms

UNDP Philippines News -
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in the Philippines and the Securities and Exchange...

Asia is warming twice as fast as rest of the globe

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In April 2024, China broke the average temperature record that month. The following month,...
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PETS

How rain affects cats and dogs

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The pitter-patter of rain often brings a sense of calm and coziness to humans,...

Former Makati Mayor Abby leads opening of country’s first animal care facility

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Former Makati Mayor Abby Binay opened the new Makati Animal Care Facility, the first...

Dairy Delights or Dietary Disasters: Examining Dairy’s Role in Canine and Feline Nutrition

Mariana Burgos -
The human love affair with dairy is well-documented, with ice cream, cheese, and yogurt...

Managing cat spraying: A comprehensive guide

Mariana Burgos -
Last of two parts Managing Cat Spraying Once the underlying causes are understood, several strategies can...
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POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

All for rules-based order

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Stratbase Institute President Prof. Victor Andres ‘Dindo’ Manhit joins 26 ambassadors and other members...

Emergency preparedness

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Over 2,500 attended the SM Cares Emergency Preparedness Forum 2025 for Persons with Disabilities...

Party-list in action

Manny Palmero -
Akbayan party-list members and supports hand out miniature Philippine flags at Quezon City’s Elliptical...

Emancipating the farmers

Robert Gines -
Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Esrtrella III handed out vital documents to more than 800...

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

May 2025 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants Results

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 3,156 out of 9,533 passed the Licensure Examination for Certified Public...

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,...

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