[2026-08-06 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Duterte strong in Mindanao, Visayas; Robredo dominates Luzon — OCTA

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — OCTA Research's newly released 2028 Presidential Political Map showed a geographically divided electorate, with Vice President Sara Duterte retaining her strongest support in Mindanao and leading in the Visayas, while former vice president and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo continuing to dominate most parts of Luzon.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/duterte-strong-in-mindanao-visayas-robredo-dominates-luzon-octa/2399621

[2026-08-06 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Yellow alert up on Visayas grid as several power plants remain unavailable

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) placed the Visayas grid under yellow alert on Thursday, as several power plants continue to remain unavailable.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/business/yellow-alert-up-on-visayas-grid-as-several-power-plants-remain-unavailable/2399631

[2026-08-06 13:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 10 domestic flights disrupted due to bad weather, aircraft on ground

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — At least 10 domestic flights at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) were canceled on Thursday due to bad weather and "aircraft on ground" status, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/10-domestic-flights-disrupted-due-to-bad-weather-aircraft-on-ground/2399614

[2026-08-06 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Slow-moving 'Maymay' weakens into tropical depression — Pagasa

Snippet: MANILA, Philiippines — "Maymay" has weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall in Ilocos Sur early Thursday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/slow-moving-maymay-weakens-into-tropical-depression-pagasa/2399617

[2026-08-06 13:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WTA Toronto Open offers 'adobo' in food stand

Snippet: National Bank Open WTA 1000 Toronto Tournament director Karl Hale said the food section of the venue has Filipino food, particularly adobo, in a nod to Alex Eala’s participation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/sports/wta-toronto-open-offers-adobo-in-food-stand/2399606

[2026-08-06 12:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PFF backs embattled Infantino

Snippet: Amid a falling out with other football associations worldwide, the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) said it continues to support embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/sports/pff-backs-embattled-infantino/2399592

[2026-08-06 12:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DILG chief authorized to delegate approval of foreign travel by local officials via designated representatives

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued Administrative Order (AO) 47, authorizing the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) secretary to delegate the approval of foreign travel requests of local government officials to designated representatives.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/dilg-chief-authorized-to-delegate-approval-of-foreign-travel-by-local-officials-via-designated-representatives/2399600

[2026-08-06 12:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos signs law giving DepEd more flexibility in determining effective teaching methods

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act (RA) 12322 granting the Department of Education (DepEd) flexibility in determining the most effective method and practice of teaching for the basic education curriculum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/marcos-signs-law-giving-deped-more-flexibility-in-determining-effective-teaching-methods/2399599

[2026-08-06 12:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Health chief defends suspension of TB drug procurement, wants to protect patients, public funds

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Health Secretary Jose Pujalte Jr. defended the Department of Health's review of the proposed P3 billion procurement of tuberculosis commodities to protect patients and public funds, amid a complaint filed against him by several "concerned health advocates".

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/health-chief-defends-suspension-of-tb-drug-procurement-wants-to-protect-patients-public-funds/2399613

[2026-08-06 12:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: House passes bill expanding land, funding options for socialized housing

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a bill that would expand land acquisition, financing and public-private partnership options for socialized housing projects.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/house-passes-bill-expanding-land-funding-options-for-socialized-housing/2399603

[2026-08-06 11:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jobless rate hits 3-month high in June

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The number of unemployed Filipinos edged up in June, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/business/jobless-rate-hits-3-month-high-in-june/2399586

[2026-08-06 10:30 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tropical Storm Maymay starts crossing Northern Luzon after landfall

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/tropical-storm-maymay-southwest-monsoon-update-pagasa-forecast-august-6-2026-8am/

[2026-08-06 07:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Local officials declare ‘F2F’ classes suspension in all school levels in QC, Camanava

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Local officials in Quezon City and CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas and Valenzuela) area have declared the suspension of face-to-face classes in all school levels in their respective turfs due to the expected bad weather conditions brought by the southwest monsoon or ‘habagat.’

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/local-officials-declare-f2f-classes-suspension-in-all-school-levels-in-qc-camanava/2399549

[2026-08-06 07:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ridon: SC ruling rejects VP camp's 'mini-trial,' 'fishing expedition' narrative

Snippet: HOUSE prosecutor and Bico Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court’s dismissal of all petitions questioning the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, saying the ruling puts to rest what her camp’s repeated claims that the proceeding is a “mini-trial” and a “fishing expedition.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/ridon-sc-ruling-rejects-vp-camps-mini-trial-fishing-expedition-narrative/2399532

[2026-08-06 05:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Remulla: Bato not arrested yet, ‘still being hunted down’

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Dispelling rumors that spread Tuesday afternoon, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla clarified that Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has not been arrested yet and remains at large.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/remulla-bato-not-arrested-yet-still-being-hunted-down/2399303

[2026-08-06 05:40 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tropical Storm Maymay makes landfall in Ilocos Sur

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[2026-08-06 05:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pulong Duterte claps back at Tarriela over China remarks

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte on Wednesday hit back at Philippine Coast Guard spokesman Commodore Jay Tarriela, saying his remarks urging the public not to “demonize China” were misinterpreted and insisting that disputes between countries should be handled through diplomacy.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/national/pulong-duterte-claps-back-at-tarriela-over-china-remarks/2399300

[2026-08-06 04:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Angara cites budget crunch in adding more school security

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara on Wednesday said the Department of Education (DepEd) has already proposed solutions in addressing school-related violence but admitted having budget shortfalls in hiring more security personnel - a problem that mainly contributed to minors having been able to sneak murder weapons past school gates.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/angara-cites-budget-crunch-in-adding-more-school-security/2399289

[2026-08-06 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SMB blasts fast-fading Converge

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — San Miguel Beer rode on the trio of George King, Don Trollano and Marcio Lassiter’s hot shooting in the third canto as the Beermen clobbered the fast-fasing Converge FiberXers, 126-114 in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup Wednesday night at the Araneta Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/sports/smb-blasts-fast-fading-converge/2399265

[2026-08-06 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: President’s order gives a boost to IT industry

Snippet: ON July 23, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued Administrative Order (AO) 45, lifting a seven-year moratorium on the development of new information technology (IT) parks and IT centers as economic zones under the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) within the National Capital Region (NCR). This was a sound decision by the president, as it addresses several problems currently facing the country’s IT industry, which is increasingly under threat from the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), as well as a

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/opinion/editorial/presidents-order-gives-a-boost-to-it-industry/2399160

[2026-08-06 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu City open to AI data center investments

Snippet: CEBU CITY — Amid growing criticism over the potential environmental and resource impacts of large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, Cebu City is open to hosting an AI hub similar to the proposed Pax Silica project in Central Luzon as it positions itself to attract future technology investments.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/regions/cebu-city-open-to-ai-data-center-investments/2399154

[2026-08-06 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ajinomoto Philippines continues mission to promote healthier eating habits among Filipinos

Snippet: AJINOMOTO Philippines Corp. (APC) launched the 2026 leg of its I Love Veggie-Licious (ILV) Caravan at the Dapitan Sports Complex in the City of Manila, gathering mothers, homemakers, community leaders and nutrition advocates for a fun-filled and educational experience that promotes healthier eating habits through the joy of cooking and vegetable consumption.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/tmt-newswire/ajinomoto-philippines-continues-mission-to-promote-healthier-eating-habits-among-filipinos/2398751

[2026-08-06 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: OFW escapes abuse in Saudi Arabia, awaits repatriation

Snippet: BACOLOD CITY — A 45-year-old Overseas Filipino Worker reportedly subjected to abuse and neglect by her employer in Saudi Arabia has sought safety at the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh and is now awaiting repatriation, Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/regions/ofw-escapes-abuse-in-saudi-arabia-awaits-repatriation/2399152

[2026-08-06 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WC dreams fuel IM Lapu-Lapu showdown

Snippet: BEYOND the battle for podium finishes, the Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu presented by Megaworld on Aug. 9 in Mactan, Cebu, offers something even bigger for local triathletes — a coveted opportunity to earn a place in one of endurance sports’ most prestigious events.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/sports/wc-dreams-fuel-im-lapu-lapu-showdown/2399090

[2026-08-06 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: GSIS-Tesda partnership produces first graduates in Davao

Snippet: NINETEEN dependents of Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) members and pensioners became the first graduates of the GSIS-Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) Skills Partnership Program, marking the initial milestone of the pension fund’s initiative to equip members’ and pensioners’ families with employable skills.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/tmt-newswire/gsis-tesda-partnership-produces-first-graduates-in-davao/2398747

[2026-08-06 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No quick solutions to high power cost woes

Snippet: THERE have been a number of interesting developments in the energy realm this week, so for today, I thought a summary of some of the more important ones would be in order. First, of course, is the frenzy of favor-currying in the legislature as lawmakers race to answer President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s edict to remove the system loss charge from customer bills.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/opinion/columns/no-quick-solutions-to-high-power-cost-woes/2399149

[2026-08-06 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Injured Alcaraz withdraws from Cincinnati Masters

Snippet: LOS ANGELES, California — World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the ATP Cincinnati Masters with the wrist injury that has sidelined him since April, organizers said on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/sports/injured-alcaraz-withdraws-from-cincinnati-masters/2399086

[2026-08-06 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘Per Amore’ to spotlight Verdi and Puccini classics

Snippet: Filipino soprano Christiana Serafin de Ocampo will return to the Manila stage on Aug. 8 for “Per Amore,” an evening of opera featuring selections from the works of Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/per-amore-to-spotlight-verdi-and-puccini-classics/2398788

[2026-08-06 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Filipinos find VP Sara’s alleged threats vs Marcos unacceptable – survey

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/news/national/filipinos-find-vp-saras-alleged-threats-vs-marcos-unacceptable-survey/2399210

[2026-08-06 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Filipino musician Gabba joins Singapore’s Baybeats Festival

Snippet: Filipino multi-instrumentalist Gabba will perform at Singapore’s Baybeats Festival this September, joining the lineup for the festival’s 25th anniversary edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/06/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/filipino-musician-gabba-joins-singapores-baybeats-festival/2398782

[2026-08-06 01:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: President Marcos welcomes four new non-resident ambassadors in Malacañang

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday welcomed in Malacañang the non-resident ambassadors of Lesotho, Dominican Republic, Gambia, and Gabon, as he expressed hope to forge stronger relations with their respective countries.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/president-marcos-welcomes-four-new-non-resident-ambassadors-in-malacaang/2399237

[2026-08-06 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Witness disputes Imee Marcos: ‘VP is the accountable officer’ for confi funds | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/august-5-2026/

[2026-08-05 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Manila suspends classes on Thursday due to Habagat

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Classes at all levels in public and private schools in Manila have been suspended on Thursday, August 6, as heavy rains are expected due to the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/manila-suspends-classes-on-thursday-due-to-habagat/2399089

[2026-08-05 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH men's baseball team holds training camp in Japan for Asian Games

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Ramping up preparations for the Asian Games, the Philippine men's baseball team is holding a 12-day training camp in Japan where the Asiad will also take place next month.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/ph-mens-baseball-team-holds-training-camp-in-japan-for-asian-games/2399000

[2026-08-05 23:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: In Sara Duterte trial, prosecution suggests ‘unusual’ liquidation of confidential funds, too

Snippet: PROSECUTION. Private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan questions state auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-trial-prosecution-unusual-liquidation-confidential-funds/

[2026-08-05 22:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Blackwater ends 3-game skid, upsets Phoenix

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Blackwater ended its three-game losing skid after knocking off Phoenix Super LPG, 106-100 on Wednesday in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup match at the Araneta Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/blackwater-ends-3-game-skid-upsets-phoenix/2398983

[2026-08-05 22:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Abalos meets business leaders, pushes greater ease of doing business

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. has assured the local business community of strengthening the implementation of the Ease of Doing Business law in line with the Marcos' administration's push for faster government services. and a more business-friendly Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/abalos-meets-business-leaders-pushes-greater-ease-of-doing-business/2398982

[2026-08-05 22:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tagaytay grateful for hosting 10th Aero Gymnastics Asian meet

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - The Tagaytay City government is grateful for the hosting of the 10th Aero Gymnastics Asian Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission, according to Tagaytay Mayor Brent Tolentino.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/tagaytay-grateful-for-hosting-10th-aero-gymnastics-asian-meet/2398980

[2026-08-05 22:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PAF: Dela Rosa did not enter Villamor airbase amid arrest rumors

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Amid debunked rumors of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa arrest, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) likewise clarified that the lawmaker did not enter Villamor Airbase, believed to be the jump off for his immediate transfer to The Hague.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/paf-dela-rosa-did-not-enter-villamor-airbase-amid-arrest-rumors/2398937

[2026-08-05 22:15 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Imee Marcos, state auditor clash over Sara Duterte’s accountability for confidential funds

Snippet: IMPEACHMENT COURT. State auditor and witness Roderick Wamil answers Senator-judge Imee Marcos' questions during the 13th day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 5, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/imee-marcos-state-auditor-clash-sara-duterte-accountability-confidential-funds/

[2026-08-05 21:17 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: OVP-COA meeting on confidential funds not illegal – Sara’s defense

Snippet: DEFENSE. Defense counsels Michael Poa and Shiela Sison share a light moment with private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan during a break in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 5, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/ovp-coa-meeting-confidential-funds-not-illegal-sara-duterte-defense-team/

[2026-08-05 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tropical Storm Maymay landfall possible in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, or La Union

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[2026-08-05 20:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Be The Good] Sara Duterte rants vs media, a community journalist faces an unjust vexation case

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/newsletters/be-the-good-sara-duterte-media-marchel-espina-unjust-vexation/

[2026-08-05 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: OVP submitted no official receipts to support use of confidential funds — COA auditor

Snippet: The Office of the Vice President, or OVP, submitted only acknowledgment receipts — not official receipts or sales invoices. This was stated by State Auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The acknowledgment receipts were submitted to support the OVP's purchases charged to confidential funds.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/videos/watch-ovp-submitted-no-official-receipts-to-support-use-of-confidential-funds-coa-auditor/2398722

[2026-08-05 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: MMDA suspends number coding due to bad weather

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the suspension of the number coding scheme on Wednesday afternoon from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. due to inclement weather.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/mmda-suspends-number-coding-due-to-bad-weather/2398750

[2026-08-05 19:24 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: SC junks Duterte, Torreon petitions vs House impeachment proceedings

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/supreme-court-dismisses-sara-duterte-petitions-vs-house-impeachment-proceedings/

[2026-08-05 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Malacanang suspends work in govt offices, classes in NCR and 6 provinces due to 'Maymay'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Malacanang on Wednesday afternoon suspended work in government offices and classes at all levels in the National Capital Region and the provinces of Abra, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Benguet, Pangasinan and Zambales.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/malacanang-suspends-work-in-govt-offices-classes-in-ncr-and-6-provinces-due-to-maymay/2398752

[2026-08-05 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Duterte remains detained; VP Sara not at ICC to ‘pick up’ her father

Snippet: This is AI-generated. Read the article for full context. Report any errors.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/rodrigo-duterte-still-detained-sara-duterte-not-pick-up-icc/

[2026-08-05 18:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watch : Bato not arrested yet, ‘still being hunted down’ — Remulla

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/videos/watch-bato-not-arrested-yet-still-being-hunted-down-remulla/2398695

[2026-08-05 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: A gift of abundance from Sheraton Manila Hotel

Snippet: AS the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts invites families, friends and business partners to celebrate one of Asia’s most cherished traditions with a luxurious collection of handcrafted mooncakes that honor the spirit of reunion, gratitude and prosperity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/tmt-newswire/a-gift-of-abundance-from-sheraton-manila-hotel/2398744