[2026-04-20 19:32 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: DENR: Cebu haze poses ‘significant’ health risks to residents

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/cebu-denr-haze-health-risks/

[2026-04-20 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can a US-governed ‘Pax Silica’ hub turn Philippines into a chip powerhouse?

Snippet: The chip-focused ‘economic security zone’ will reportedly operate under US law despite being on Philippine soil

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350708/can-us-governed-pax-silica-hub-turn-philippines-chip-powerhouse?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Julio Amador] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can a US-governed ‘Pax Silica’ hub turn Philippines into a chip powerhouse?

Snippet: The chip-focused ‘economic security zone’ will reportedly operate under US law despite being on Philippine soil

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350708/can-us-governed-pax-silica-hub-turn-philippines-chip-powerhouse

[2026-04-20 18:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Slater Young denies Monterrazas role in Cebu flooding, defends Cebu project

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Engineer and content creator Slater Young rejected claims that his Monterrazas development in Cebu contributed to deadly flooding during Typhoon Tino last year, saying an independent scientific study found the project did not cause or worsen the disaster.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/slater-young-denies-monterrazas-role-in-cebu-flooding-defends-cebu-project/2323714

[2026-04-20 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: We will bring Zaldy Co home — Marcos

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday reiterated his administration’s strong resolve to bring former Ako Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co to the Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/news/we-will-bring-zaldy-co-home-marcos/2323712

[2026-04-20 18:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala climbs to No. 44 at WTA rankings ahead of Madrid Open

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala climbed one spot to No. 44 at the latest WTA official rankings Monday, a few days before her Madrid Open campaign.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/alex-eala-climbs-to-no-44-at-wta-rankings-ahead-of-madrid-open/2323688

[2026-04-20 17:56 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: New COA notice orders Sara Duterte to return P375-M OVP confidential funds for 2023

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/commission-audit-orders-sara-duterte-return-millions-confidential-funds-2023/

[2026-04-20 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bataan, Marikina share top spot; Gensan gains in MPBL

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Bataan and Marikina trod different paths to the top in the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) 2026 Season on at the One Arena in Cainta, Rizal.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/bataan-marikina-share-top-spot-gensan-gains-in-mpbl/2323680

[2026-04-20 17:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Fuerzas de EEUU y aliados inician ejercicios de combate con Filipinas pese al foco en Irán

Snippet: De izquierda a derecha, el mayor general Francisco Lorenzo Jr., director de maniobras de Filipinas; el general jefe del ejército filipino, Romeo Brawner; el encargado de asuntos de Estados Unidos interino, Y. Robert Ewing; el subjefe del Estado Mayor para Operaciones J3, el mayor general Elmer Suderio, y el teniente general de Estados Unidos, Christian Wortman, comandante general de la Fuerza Expedicionaria Marine, posan durante la ceremonia inaugural de las maniobras conjuntas “Balikatan” o “Hombro con hombro” en tagalo, el

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/filipinas-eeuu-maniobras-9a0b08733b17d609ce6f711b0642d262

[2026-04-20 16:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sweeping its way to Finals anew, La Salle looks to bury Season 76 ghosts

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The De La Salle Lady Spikers swept their way to the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball Finals, denying the National University Lady Bulldogs in a pulsating 5-set battle, 27-25, 15-25, 23-25, 25-23, 15-13, at the Mall of Asia Arena Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/sweeping-its-way-to-finals-anew-la-salle-looks-to-bury-season-76-ghosts/2323663

[2026-04-20 16:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH judokas bag 6 golds in Penang tilt

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine national judo team delivered a strong showing on the international stage, hauling six gold medals at the Penang Invitational Judo Championships held over the weekend in Sunshine Central, Penang, Malaysia.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/ph-judokas-bag-6-golds-in-penang-tilt/2323661

[2026-04-20 16:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines

Snippet: From left, Major General Francisco Lorenzo Jr., Philippine exercise director, Philippine military Chief General Romeo Brawner, U.S. Charge d’ Affaires, Ad interim Y. Robert Ewing, Philippine Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations J3 Major General Elmer Suderio and US Lieutenant General Christian Wortman, Commanding General I Marine Expeditionary Force, pose during the opening ceremonies of the joint military exercise dubbed “Balikatan” or “Shoulder to Shoulder”, Monday, April 20, 2026, at Camp Aguinaldo military headquarters in Quezon city, Philippines.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/philippines-united-states-balikatan-combat-exercises-1bc477be0a14a74b917228f693fec577

[2026-04-20 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Lady Bullpups begin repeat bid in Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Thrilling action gets underway as a busy 12-match playdate banners the opening day of the fourth staging of the Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup on Monday at the La Salle Green Hills Gym.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/lady-bullpups-begin-repeat-bid-in-shakeys-girls-volleyball-invitational-league/2323634

[2026-04-20 14:11 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Duterte will not be sent to Japan after Marcoleta-Fujiki meeting

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/rodrigo-duterte-not-sent-japan-rodante-marcoleta-shunichi-fujiki-meeting/

[2026-04-20 14:04 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos: We will bring home Zaldy Co in accordance with the law

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-update-zaldy-co-repatriation-april-20-2026/

[2026-04-20 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Editorials] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [EDITORIAL] Ang kaligtasan (sana) ng kaluluwa ni Zaldy Co

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/editorials/zaldy-co-redemption-flood-control-corruption-filipino-version/

[2026-04-20 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chicken inasal, Filipino street food win Judges’ Award in Canada

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The chicken inasal and other Filipino street food recently won the Judges’ Award at the 2026 YMCA Embassy Chef Showcase in Ottawa, the Philippine Embassy in Canada said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/news/chicken-inasal-filipino-street-food-win-judges-award-in-canada/2323605

[2026-04-20 13:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Kris Aquino celebrates Bimby at 19, teases son’s love life

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Kris Aquino gave followers a glimpse into her son’s personal life as she greeted Bimby on his birthday Sunday, posting his photo with an unidentified girl after revealing her excitement over someone he described as “special.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/kris-aquino-celebrates-bimby-at-19-teases-sons-love-life/2323601

[2026-04-20 13:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH, US begin war games

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Thousands of American and Philippine troops, joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces, began annual military exercises Monday set against the backdrop of the Middle East war.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/news/ph-us-begin-war-games/2323599

[2026-04-20 12:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Net touch on Panique: La Salle-NU endgame confusion explained

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Confusion emerged in the endgame between the De La Salle Lady Spikers and the National University Lady Bulldogs in the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/net-touch-on-panique-la-salle-nu-endgame-confusion-explained/2323585

[2026-04-20 12:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos up in trust, performance ratings as Duterte's approval declines in Q1 2026 — Octa

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. regained ground in both trust and performance ratings in the first quarter of 2026, while Vice President Sara Duterte saw her performance score decline significantly, according to the latest Tugon ng Masa (TNM) survey conducted by independent pollster Octa Research.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/news/marcos-up-in-trust-performance-ratings-as-dutertes-approval-declines-in-q1-2026-octa/2323587

[2026-04-20 11:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala eyes Mertens rematch, opens Madrid Open campaign vs qualifier

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — With a second shot against world No. 20 Elise Mertens at stake, Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala will battle a qualifier to begin her campaign at the Madrid Open in Spain.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/eala-eyes-mertens-rematch-opens-madrid-open-campaign-vs-qualifier/2323584

[2026-04-20 09:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan to test commitment to South China Sea in Philippine-US drills

Snippet: Filipino and U.S. soldiers fire a howitzer during the annual Balikatan military drills in Aparri, Philippines, on May 3, 2025. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/south-china-sea/japan-to-test-commitment-to-south-china-sea-in-philippine-us-drills

[2026-04-20 07:25 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Namfrel opposes another barangay poll postponement

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) opposed proposals to again postpone the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections, which is scheduled for Nov. 2, purportedly to realign funds toward addressing the ongoing fuel crisis.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/472977/namfrel-opposes-another-barangay-poll-postponement/

[2026-04-20 03:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Magnolia hammers Converge, wins back-to-back

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Magnolia registered its second straight win after clobbering Converge, 106-94, in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup on Sunday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/magnolia-hammers-converge-wins-back-to-back/2323540

[2026-04-20 02:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/world/asia-oceania/north-korea-launches-multiple-short-range-ballistic-missiles-toward-sea/2323427

[2026-04-20 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala adds Parma Ladies Open in Roland Garros buildup

Snippet: FILIPINO tennis hotshot Alexandra "Alex" Eala added the WTA 125 Parma Ladies Open to the list of tournaments that are part of her buildup for the French Open or Roland Garros.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/eala-adds-parma-ladies-open-in-roland-garros-buildup/2323420

[2026-04-20 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PHILSME expands as largest B2B platform for SMEs, launches MSME Village at 18th Expo

Snippet: THE Philippine SME (PHILSME) Business Expo and Conference is expanding access to national business opportunities with the launch of the MSME Village Powered by Advocacy Partners at the 18th PHILSME, happening at the SMX Convention Center Manila on May 22 and 23, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/tmt-newswire/philsme-expands-as-largest-b2b-platform-for-smes-launches-msme-village-at-18th-expo/2323406

[2026-04-20 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Madriaga’s affidavits: False, malicious and incredible

Snippet: THE power-hungry politicians whose insatiable obsession to remain in power beyond 2028 must be so desperate — that they have to use a nonentity and a polluted source with zero credibility like a certain Ramil Madriaga, who is charged with a heinous crime and currently incarcerated. They are doing this to pursue their evil design to remove Vice President Sara Duterte from office, bar her from joining the 2028 presidential race, demolish her reputation — and continue maligning the much-beloved

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/opinion/columns/madriagas-affidavits-false-malicious-and-incredible/2323489

[2026-04-20 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos orders 1,743 infra projects rushedMarcos orders 1,743 infra projects rushed

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/news/national/marcos-orders-1743-infra-projects-rushedmarcos-orders-1743-infra-projects-rushed/2323533

[2026-04-19 22:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Boatwright leads SMB past NLEX

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Bennie Boatwright scored the go-ahead dunk while CJ Perez sealed the win with a layup as San Miguel Beer scraped past NLEX, 98-94 to snap its two-game losing skid in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/boatwright-leads-smb-past-nlex/2323478

[2026-04-19 22:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: La Salle clinches outright Finals berth, sweeps elims with 5-set win vs NU

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —- The De La Salle Lady Spikers clinched an outright UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball Finals berth after outlasting the National University Lady Bulldogs, 27-25, 15-25, 23-25, 25-23, 15-13, to complete a 14-0 elimination round sweep at the Mall of Asia Arena Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/la-salle-clinches-outright-finals-berth-sweeps-elims-with-5-set-win-vs-nu/2323477

[2026-04-19 21:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Insufficient oxygen: PAL plane makes emergency landing

Snippet: A Philippine Airlines flight bound for Manila from Dumaguete made an emergency landing at the Iloilo International Airport on Sunday afternoon after reports of insufficient oxygen supply inside the cabin.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/news/insufficient-oxygen-pal-plane-makes-emergency-landing/2323469

[2026-04-19 18:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bernardo testimony in flood control case raises legal focus on state witness doctrine

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The expected testimony of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) undersecretary Roberto Bernardo in the alleged flood control anomaly has drawn renewed attention to the legal requirements governing the use of state witnesses in corruption cases, the legal team of former senator Ramon Revilla Jr.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/news/bernardo-testimony-in-flood-control-case-raises-legal-focus-on-state-witness-doctrine/2323433

[2026-04-19 18:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UST closes in on semis berth, turns back UP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas closed in on a UAAP Season 88 women's Final Four berth after turning back University of the Philippines, 23-25, 25-21, 25-22, 25-19, at the Mall of Asia Arena Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/ust-closes-in-on-semis-berth-turns-back-up/2323430

[2026-04-19 18:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Team Philippines off to Sanya for Asian Beach Games

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — THE main bulk of the 101-strong Team Philippines flies to China on Monday — two days ahead of the opening ceremony for the 6th Asian Beach Games that are returning after a 10-year hiatus on the popular resort island city of Sanya.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/team-philippines-off-to-sanya-for-asian-beach-games/2323421

[2026-04-19 17:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PhilSA, NIA partner to use space data for irrigation, water management

Snippet: THE Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to apply space technology in improving irrigation systems and water resource management across the Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/tmt-newswire/philsa-nia-partner-to-use-space-data-for-irrigation-water-management/2323397

[2026-04-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet the Filipino vloggers finding financial freedom and defying stereotypes abroad

Snippet: Women make up 90 per cent of Filipino marriage migrants, moving mainly to the US, Canada, Japan and Australia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350549/meet-filipino-vloggers-finding-financial-freedom-and-defying-stereotypes-abroad?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Georgia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet the Filipino vloggers finding financial freedom and defying stereotypes abroad

Snippet: Women make up 90 per cent of Filipino marriage migrants, moving mainly to the US, Canada, Japan and Australia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350549/meet-filipino-vloggers-finding-financial-freedom-and-defying-stereotypes-abroad

[2026-04-19 16:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Napolcom approves 7,516 PNP promotions for 2026 first cycle

Snippet: THE National Police Commission (Napolcom) has approved a total of 7,516 promotion quota for the uniformed personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP), covering the ranks from Police Corporal to Police Lieutenant Colonel for the first cycle of Calendar Year 2026 Regular Promotion Program, under Resolution No. 2026-0226.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/tmt-newswire/napolcom-approves-7516-pnp-promotions-for-2026-first-cycle/2323390

[2026-04-19 16:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: La Salle stuns NU in season-finale, denies outright twice-to-beat

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — De La Salle University saved its best for last, snapping a three-game skid with a gutsy 16-25, 26-24, 20-25, 26-24, 17-15 triumph over defending champion National University in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Tournament on Sunday afternoon at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/la-salle-stuns-nu-in-season-finale-denies-outright-twice-to-beat/2323389

[2026-04-19 16:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Camiguin set for explosive triathlon debut with IRONMAN 5150

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Athletes from 13 countries are set to converge on Northern Mindanao for a race unlike any other, as the inaugural IRONMAN 5150 Camiguin unfolds on May 3, bringing Olympic-distance triathlon action to an island famed for its raw beauty and volcanic edge.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/camiguin-set-for-explosive-triathlon-debut-with-ironman-5150/2323387

[2026-04-19 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Athletes] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: How Marcus Smith carries his Filipino identity in England’s top rugby league

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/athletes/how-marcus-smith-carries-filipino-identity-england-top-rugby-league/

[2026-04-19 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Some areas in Metro Manila, Rizal, and Cavite to have water interruptions this week

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Some portions of Metro Manila, Rizal and Cavite will have water interruptions this week because of maintenance work and high demand, Manila Water Company Inc. and Maynilad Water Services Inc. said Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/news/some-areas-in-metro-manila-rizal-and-cavite-to-have-water-interruptions-this-week/2323385

[2026-04-19 14:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SB19’s 1Z Entertainment launches new girl group Xonara

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — SB19’s talent management company, 1Z Entertainment, surprised fans Saturday night with the launch of its first-ever girl group, Xonara, during the sold-out “Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Finale” concert at the SMDC Festival Grounds.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/sb19s-1z-entertainment-launches-new-girl-group-xonara/2323382

[2026-04-19 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: BINI made history at Coachella. Can the Philippines build on it?

Snippet: The Filipino girl group’s desert debut proved P-pop’s pedigree. Now Manila needs to find the budget to back the talent already going global

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350492/bini-made-history-coachella-can-philippines-build-it?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-19 14:00 UTC+10:00] [ABS-CBN] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: BINI made history at Coachella. Can the Philippines build on it?

Snippet: The Filipino girl group’s desert debut proved P-pop’s pedigree. Now Manila needs to find the budget to back the talent already going global

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350492/bini-made-history-coachella-can-philippines-build-it

[2026-04-19 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UST sweeps UP to stay in hunt for twice-to-beat bonus

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas stayed alive in the race for the last twice-to-beat incentive in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Tournament after cruising past the University of the Philippines, 25-14, 25-17, 25-16, on Sunday morning at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/ust-sweeps-up-to-stay-in-hunt-for-twice-to-beat-bonus/2323381

[2026-04-19 13:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala adds Parma Ladies Open in buildup for Roland Garros

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis hotshot Alexandra "Alex" Eala added the WTA 125 Parma Ladies Open to the list of tournaments that are part of her buildup for the French Open or Roland Garros.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/sports/eala-adds-parma-ladies-open-in-buildup-for-roland-garros/2323380

[2026-04-19 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Kowloon House warns of business collapse amid labor dispute

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The legal counsel of a popular and long-time dimsum factory and restaurant warned of a possible collapse of the business if the workers will continue their strike.

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