Topic: Philippines — Neutral reports only
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[2026-07-02 02:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: AFTER years of working in the advertising industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and returning home to build his own enterprise, former overseas Filipino worker (OFW) Rhobert Fadero formally secured support from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-Batangas in upgrading his advertising business through the Innovations for Filipinos Working Distantly from the Philippines (iFWD PH) Program.
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[2026-07-02 02:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: AS the Philippines continues to grapple with questions around economic recovery and long-term growth, Penguin Random House Southeast Asia is proud to publish "Twin Plagues: How Duterte and Covid-19 Wrecked the Philippine Economy" by economist and public intellectual JC Punongbayan.
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[2026-07-02 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Alex Eala has been drawing Filipino fans wherever she competes at the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Tour, seemingly turning almost every city into a home tournament.
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[2026-07-02 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-07-02 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: The Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) has named PlayTime Entertainment as the official presenter of the 9th Entertainment Editors’ Choice (The EDDYS) following the signing of a partnership agreement ahead of the annual awards ceremony on July 5.
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[2026-07-02 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: OPERATIVES of the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) have arrested three suspected fixers at Land Transportation Office (LTO) offices in Manila and Quezon City.
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[2026-07-02 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reminded the Philippine Air Force (PAF) on Wednesday of its primordial duty to serve the country and people during the celebration of the Air Force’s 79th founding anniversary at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City.
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[2026-07-02 00:32 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A group from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has once again urged the Supreme Court to resolve petitions in relation to the first parliamentary elections in the region.
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[2026-07-02 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Wednesday, July 1, that he remains confident despite the disruptions caused by the Iglesia Ni Cristo-led rally in EDSA.
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[2026-07-02 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed disagreement over claims by the Iglesia Ni Cristo that his administration exercises “selective justice” when it comes to critics of his administration.
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[2026-07-01 23:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate president Franklin Drilon questioned the intelligence community's failure to detect the "surprise rally" of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) that created monstrous traffic along EDSA on Tueaday.
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[2026-07-01 23:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) are set to stage the third day of their protest at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Thursday.
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[2026-07-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The second day of the protest of members of Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) at the People Power Monument along White Plains Avenue in Quezon City on Wednesday drew a significantly lower crowd compared to its first day despite an expectation of more or less 100,000 attendees.
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[2026-07-01 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said he had no objection to the protest rally organized by the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC), noting that the religious group’s demonstrations have historically remained peaceful.
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[2026-07-01 21:56 UTC+10:00] [Gilas Pilipinas] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-07-01 21:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday evening left for his four-day official visit to Canada, a trip upon the invitation of Prime Minister Mark Carney.
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[2026-07-01 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-07-01 19:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: GLOBE Telecom unit m360, in partnership with the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement (PRRM) and World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), kicked off its “Digital for Good: From Farm to Chat” initiative in Naic, Cavite as part of its mission to boost the livelihood of farmers and fisherfolk through digital literacy workshops and health care support.
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[2026-07-01 19:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA,Philippines – Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday said the next chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) should live up to the legacy of outgoing chief Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr.
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[2026-07-01 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: AS manufacturers across Luzon plan for long-term capacity, operational certainty, and access to connected production networks, Aboitiz Economic Estates is strengthening Central Luzon’s role in the country’s industrial growth through TARI Estate, its 384-hectare industrial estate in Tarlac City.
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[2026-07-01 18:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Schools Division Office in Zamboanga City confirmed a stabbing incident that involved learners in Cabaulay National High School in Cabaulay village, Zamboanga City.
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[2026-07-01 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — P-pop sensation BINI has postponed the European leg of its "Signals" World Tour 2026, citing unforeseen circumstances beyond the group's control.
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[2026-07-01 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Welcome to The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world.
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[2026-07-01 17:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Actress-mothers Kris Bernal and Chariz Solomon added another milestone to their careers after being named Mrs. Universe Philippines Ambassadresses for 2026 during the Mrs. Universe Philippines 2026 grand coronation night.
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[2026-07-01 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — THE Philippines defeated Iran, 29-19, 19-25, 25-23, 25-18, for its first victory in Pool C Wednesday in the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Girls’ U18 Championship at the Terminal 21 Hall in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.
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[2026-07-01 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Tiffany Lee overcame the toughest conditions of the week with a gritty one-over-par 73, stretching her lead to four strokes over Harmie Constantino and moving 18 holes away from capturing the ICTSI Pinewoods Challenge crown at Pinewoods Golf and Country Club in Baguio on Wednesday.
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[2026-07-01 17:09 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Thousands of Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) members filled parts of EDSA around the People Power Monument the entire day on June 30, rallying for Senator Rodante Marcoleta, who is under investigation for plunder.
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[2026-07-01 16:55 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-07-01 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is set to sign several bilateral agreements with Canada during the official visit of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Vancouver from July 1 to 4, 2026, Malacañang said Wednesday.
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[2026-07-01 16:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Former Philippine National Police chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III on Wednesday clarified that a video of him urging protesters to remain peaceful was recorded in September 2025 after it was recirculated online with captions claiming it was a message in support of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally along EDSA.
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[2026-07-01 16:05 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: With the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte less than a week away, more and more Filipinos are now tuning in to the story. Will the trial prove to be a landmark civics lesson, a political education for many of us, or will it turn out to be only a political soap opera, just another expensive distraction?
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[2026-07-01 15:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – A ranking Quezon City government official revealed on Wednesday that the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) has requested for a permit for its supposed third "transparency and accountability" rally along EDSA and People Power Monument (PPM) in Quezon City.
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[2026-07-01 15:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – When Pinewoods finally showed its teeth, Lloyd Go responded with his best golf.
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[2026-07-01 15:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala has been drawing Filipino fans wherever she competes at the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Tour, seemingly turning almost every city into a home tournament.
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[2026-07-01 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has again issued a yellow alert warning for the Visayas grid on Wednesday, July 1, as major coal plants continue to be unavailable while demand is expected to be high.
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[2026-07-01 14:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Housing Authority (NHA) has released P48.270 million in financial assistance to hundreds of families affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao in June.
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[2026-07-01 13:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CREATING destinations that inspire connections, unlock opportunities, and elevate everyday experiences has long been at the heart of SM’s journey in Cebu. This is reflected in the continued evolution of SM City Cebu, SM Seaside City Cebu, and SM J Mall destinations that help strengthen Cebu’s position as one of the country’s leading centers for tourism, business, and culture while bringing world-class experiences closer to the communities they serve.
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[2026-07-01 13:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A Mandaluyong court has ruled in favor of TVJ Productions Inc. in its civil case against former "Eat Bulaga" co-host Anjo Yllana, ordering him to pay a total of P3.5 million in damages and litigation costs over defamatory statements he made against the noontime program and its hosts on social media.
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[2026-07-01 13:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The drive to build a house of champions continues as the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) stages the Smart/MVPSF National Taekwondo Poomsae Championships on July 5 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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[2026-07-01 13:14 UTC+10:00] [Metro Manila] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-07-01 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A dream duel against the women's tennis greatest of all time (GOAT) Serena Williams is no longer at the table for Alex Eala at the Wimbledon Championships second round.
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[2026-07-01 11:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Filipino call centre worker Jaycer Bajo’s Spotify playlist has changed a lot over the past few years.
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[2026-07-01 11:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The second day of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally prompted road closures and traffic buildup early Wednesday along EDSA after the religious group secured a rally permit from the Quezon City government.
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[2026-07-01 10:53 UTC+10:00] [Special Coverages] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The rally mounted by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally along the Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA)-White Plains Avenue area in Quezon City entered its second day on Wednesday, July 1, with thousands of supporters remaining at the protest site overnight.
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[2026-07-01 10:35 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-07-01 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-07-01 08:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The low-pressure area (LPA) off Bataan has become a tropical depression named ‘Henry,’ as the state-run weather agency on Wednesday quickly raised storm signal in at least three Luzon areas.
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[2026-07-01 08:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The low-pressure area (LPA) off Bataan has become a tropical depression named ‘Henry,’ as the state-run weather agency on Wednesday quickly raised storm signal in at least three Luzon areas.
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[2026-07-01 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte said that the government has weaponized the justice system by filing cases against and imprisoning individuals who speak out against corruption and abuses of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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[2026-07-01 05:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at prioritizing the health and well-being of migrant workers.
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