Manila Standard – Defining the News

AFP flags 252 ‘ghost’ projects

Rex Espiritu - December 2, 2025, 11:50 PM

COA seeks tighter safeguards thru GPS-based geotagging of gov’t infra THE Armed Forces of the Philippines said it has so far identified 252 “ghost projects” during its nationwide inspection of government-funded flood control infrastructure, military...

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ICI livestream of public hearings begins

Joel E. Zurbano - December 2, 2025, 1:45 PM

Gatchalian substitutes for absentee Dela Rosa

December 3, 2025, 11:29 AM

Dizon inspects Siargao infra projects, expresses dismay

December 3, 2025, 11:25 AM

Gatchalian substitutes for absentee Dela Rosa

Dizon inspects Siargao infra projects, expresses dismay

DSWD ties up with hotel owners, anti-hunger NGO for ‘Walang Gutom’

December 3, 2025, 11:18 AM

Punish dirty cops, solon tells PNP leadership

December 3, 2025, 11:09 AM

Barzaga deletes inappropriate social media posts

December 3, 2025, 10:22 AM

BOC vows to hasten Balikbayan boxes delivery for Christmas

December 3, 2025, 10:01 AM

Ex-general, solon among 200 facing Sept. 21 raps

December 2, 2025, 11:46 PM

Latest Philippine warship is a guided-missile frigate

December 2, 2025, 11:40 PM

Showbiz

Sabrina Carpenter condemns ‘evil’ use of her music in White House video

December 3, 2025, 11:43 AM

New York, United States—US pop singer Sabrina Carpenter on Tuesday disavowed the use of one of her songs in...

News

House panel OKs bill forming voucher system in some schools

December 2, 2025, 6:45 PM

The House of Representatives Committee on Higher and Technical Education on Tuesday approved House Bill 4270, a measure...

Showbiz

Kim Chiu sues sister for ‘qualified theft’ in business row

December 2, 2025, 5:54 PM

Actress-host Kim Chiu has filed a criminal complaint for qualified theft against her sister, Lakambini Chiu, after allegedly...

Politics

Leilani Lacuna files raps over alleged illegal dismissal

December 2, 2025, 3:19 PM

Former Manila ex-officio councilor Leilani Lacuna on Tuesday filed criminal and administrative cases before the Office of the...

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File ethics complaint vs. absentee Bato—Sotto

December 2, 2025, 11:36 PM

DOLE to employers: Pay 13th month on time

December 2, 2025, 11:30 PM

CIDG personnel face raps on missing P13.4m

December 2, 2025, 10:05 PM

Nartatez orders review of disability discharge

December 2, 2025, 10:00 PM

Fewer Pinoys marry due to hard times

December 2, 2025, 7:47 PM

Anti-corruption group cites differences in Luneta, EDSA protests

December 2, 2025, 7:10 PM

Palace: Marcos family open to lifestyle check

December 2, 2025, 6:55 PM

Senators assure gov’t won’t run on reenacted budget in 2026

December 2, 2025, 6:25 PM

US AI startup ‘confused, regretful’ over protest on use of Kyodo articles

December 2, 2025, 5:18 PM

Images

Partnership for Better Healthcare Delivery

December 2, 2025, 10:55 PM

PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTHCARE DELIVERY. Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval and Philippine Pharma Procurement Inc. president and chief...

Fight for Freedom marches on

December 2, 2025, 10:50 PM

Members of the Amihan National Federation of Peasant Women and Free Amanda Echanis Movement stage a protest in...

Welcome Home, Queen

December 2, 2025, 10:25 PM

Miss Universe 3rd Runner-Up Ahtisa Manalo arrives at Manila City Hall for a courtesy call to Mayor Francisco...

Handcuffed

December 2, 2025, 10:20 PM

BJMP personnel escort handcuffed DPWH-4B maintenance division chief Juliet Calvo after she pleads not guilty before the Sandiganbayan...

SPOTLIGHT

Spotlight

A Filipino holiday favorite, now a cheesy Subway® sandwich with award-winning Smoked Gouda from the USA

December 3, 2025, 12:07 PM

Manila, Philippines — Nothing says Filipino Christmas quite like sharing a plate of savory, sweet ham. This year,...

Spotlight

Tourism Promotions Board Philippines wins two major distinctions at the 2025 GCG Awards

December 2, 2025, 10:10 PM

PARAÑAQUE CITY, PHILIPPINES — The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines celebrated a landmark moment yesterday, 01 December 2025,...

Spotlight

Eventchy, the Philippines’ First AI-Powered Events App, Reveals Star-Studded Designer & Supplier Lineup for Its Grand Launch at Ayala Malls Circuit Makati

December 2, 2025, 4:37 PM

Manila, Philippines — Eventchy, the Philippines’ first AI-powered events marketplace app, has unveiled its distinguished lineup of designers,...

Spotlight

Local Changemakers Shine at the Nation Builders and MOSLIV Awards 2025

December 2, 2025, 4:33 PM

In 2015, the United Nations introduced the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—a set of 17 global targets designed to...

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SHOWBIZ

Sabrina Carpenter condemns ‘evil’ use of her music in White House video

Agence France Presse - December 3, 2025, 11:43 AM

AHOF’s Chih En set to resume activities after recovering from health issues

December 2, 2025, 9:11 PM

Sue Ramirez feels empowered as calendar girl

December 2, 2025, 6:17 PM

OPM’s new sound celebrated at Watsons Playlist 2025

December 2, 2025, 6:15 PM

Kim Chiu sues sister for ‘qualified theft’ in business row

December 2, 2025, 5:54 PM

Metro Pacific completes acquisition of coconut producer Franklin Baker

Jenniffer B. Austria - December 3, 2025, 12:05 PM

S&P affirms PLDT’s ‘BBB’ ratings on enhancements following cost overrun

December 3, 2025, 11:15 AM

Anti-monopoly regulator clears Prime Infra-First Gen energy deal

December 3, 2025, 11:12 AM

S&P Global assigns Group C jurisdiction ranking to Philippines

December 3, 2025, 11:04 AM

IPOPHL extends ‘GreenTech’ incentives for disaster-resilient innovations

December 3, 2025, 12:02 AM

Loman exits ONE Championship, rejoins BRAVE CF

Nissi Icasiano - December 3, 2025, 11:00 AM

Eala, Bagunas named Team PH flag-bearers in Thailand SEA Games

December 2, 2025, 7:54 PM

Retired Aguilar to miss Gilas’ camaraderie

December 2, 2025, 7:48 PM

Blu Girls’ goal in SEA Games: No less than gold

December 2, 2025, 7:42 PM

Jordan in court as NASCAR anti-trust case begins

December 2, 2025, 7:36 PM

Tropical cyclones may enter Philippines in December

Rio N. Araja - December 1, 2025, 10:40 PM

‘Verbena’ maintains strength, nears waters off Kalayaan Islands

November 26, 2025, 5:23 PM

Only Kalayaan Islands under Signal No. 1 amid ‘Verbena’

November 26, 2025, 11:26 AM

PAGASA lifts wind signal in Mindanao as ‘Verbena’ passes Panay

November 25, 2025, 11:30 AM

Signal No. 1 remains as ‘Verbena’ moves to Negros Oriental

November 25, 2025, 9:21 AM

FEATURES

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

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

Features Kyodo News - December 1, 2025, 2:16 PM

Pink elephants march for Thailand’s late queen mother

November 27, 2025, 4:28 PM

‘Zero-click’ searches on rise due to AI summaries—Japan survey

November 25, 2025, 5:14 PM

Fake AI images have a new generation loving 1980s life

November 25, 2025, 9:41 AM

AI’s blind spot: Tools fail to detect their own fakes

November 21, 2025, 10:53 AM

OPINION

Editorial

The 500-peso challenge

Noche Buena fare is quite standard for many Filipino households: ham, bread, cheese, a pasta dish. For dessert, fruit or macaroni salad. Upgrades are...

December 3, 2025, 12:22 AM