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In the end, Luis Manzano proved a tough sell to Batangueño voters
Acclaimed television host Luis Manzano, on paper, had the resources to win the 2025 vice gubernatorial race in Batangas. He’s a household name, the son of screen legends, scion from a political family...
View Article[The Slingshot] The taxi driver who followed the Erap impeachment trial
It was January 2001. The impeachment trial of Joseph Estrada was in progress at the Senate since November 20 the previous year. The sitting president was impeached in the House of Representatives on...
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Philippines can benefit from Trump tariffs with the help of reforms — PIDS study
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) believes that United States President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs leaves the Philippines in a vulnerable but...
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8 years after siege, Marawi’s new face hides old wounds of displacement
MARAWI, Philippines – There is little trace of the blood-drenched former battleground where the Daesh-inspired Maute group made their last stand against government forces in the Padian area eight...
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ASEAN unveils strategic plan to integrate its economies
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – The Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN on Tuesday, May 27, announced an ambitious strategic plan that includes harmonizing trade standards and greater financial integration in an...
View ArticleSouth Korean actor Choi Jung-woo dies
MANILA, Philippines – Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo died, his agency Bless Entertainment confirmed on Tuesday, May 27, according to a Soompi report. The exact cause of death was not...
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Pope Leo meets Italian Serie A champions Napoli
VATICAN CITY – Pope Leo XIV welcomed Italy’s newly crowned Serie A champions Napoli to the Vatican on Tuesday, joking about his own soccer allegiances. Napoli won their fourth “Scudetto” on Friday...
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FACT CHECK: Photo of Duterte ‘CD statue’ is AI-generated
Claim: A photo depicting a statue of detained former president Rodrigo Duterte, is constructed using recycled compact discs (CDs). Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The Facebook post containing...
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FACT CHECK: Sara Duterte video message for PMA class of 2025 is manipulated
Claim: A Facebook video shows Vice President Sara Duterte addressing all 2025 graduates in the country in a video message. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The video, posted on May 22, has...
View ArticleWhat we know so far about Arnell Ignacio’s P1.4-B anomalous land deal
Philippine migration officials are looking into land acquisition by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), headed by Arnell Ignacio, which led to the release of P1.4 billion from...
View ArticleFAST FACTS: Things to know about glanders disease
Authorities are working to contain the spread of glanders that has so far led to at least six cases in humans in Siquijor. The Department of Health (DOH) has activated a task force, which includes...
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To drive or not to drive? A guide to Metro Manila number coding schemes
MANILA, Philippines — Fewer cars are expected to pass by EDSA starting on Monday, June 16, once the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) implements a 24-hour odd-even number-coding scheme...
View ArticleVisa eyes launch of 2 new products to expand SMEs’ credit access
MANILA, Philippines – Visa is launching two more offerings in the Philippines this year to expand credit access for small and medium businesses (SMBs). The payments processing network said during a...
View ArticlePope Leo appeals for Gaza ceasefire, laments deaths of children
VATICAN CITY – Pope Leo XIV appealed on Wednesday, May 28, for a ceasefire in Gaza and called on Israel and Hamas militants to completely respect international humanitarian law. “In the Gaza Strip,...
View ArticleArnie Teves rearrested in Timor-Leste | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Timor-Leste rearrests former lawmaker Arnie Teves Timor-Leste rearrests former lawmaker Arnie Teves Jr., and...
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Netanyahu says Hamas Gaza chief Mohammad Sinwar has been killed
JERUSALEM – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday, May 28, that Mohammad Sinwar, Hamas’ Gaza chief and the younger brother of the Palestinian militant group’s deceased leader and...
View ArticleGilas Youth pushed to the limit by Indonesia, stays perfect in SEABA U16
MANILA, Philippines – Gilas Pilipinas Youth survived its toughest challenge yet in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers. After three straight blowout wins, the Philippines overcame a huge scare...
View ArticleAdrian Nocum’s career-high tows Rain or Shine past Phoenix; Converge avoids...
MANILA, Philippines – Adrian Nocum delivered his finest performance yet for the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters as they defeated the Phoenix Fuel Masters, 109-99, in the PBA Philippine Cup at the...
View ArticleSpecial coverage: 2025 Palarong Pambansa
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines – The country’s best elementary and high school student-athletes continue to showcase their skill and hard work in the 2025 Palarong Pambansa in Ilocos Norte. Rappler...
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Who will be Marcos’ next PNP chief?
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will soon name his new Philippine National Police (PNP) chief. Current top brass Police General Rommel Francisco Marbil is retiring soon after serving for over a year....
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