Topic: Philippines — Neutral reports only
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[2026-08-03 22:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) shattered its monthly and seven-month revenue records after collecting ₱95.848 billion in July 2026, beating its target by ₱4.322 billion or 4.7 percent.
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[2026-08-03 21:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Depression Luis made landfall at 5:30 p.m. Monday in Maconacon, Isabela, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said.
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[2026-08-03 21:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Marikina First District Rep. Marcelino "Marcy" Teodoro has filed a bill seeking to increase the annual income tax-exempt threshold from P250,000 to P500,000 and providing for the automatic adjustment of income tax brackets every three years based on inflation.
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[2026-08-03 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Malacañang on Monday questioned the loyalty of Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte to the country after he slammed Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro's statement on local officials. Duterte accused Teodoro of "demonizing China" after the defense chief said government officials who side with Beijing on the West Philippine Sea issue should consider resigning.
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[2026-08-03 20:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: You're watching The Manila Times News Prime.
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[2026-08-03 20:49 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: A senate staff carries boxes labeled 'confidential funds' containing documents presented during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.
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[2026-08-03 20:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CHRISTIAN Calalang has issued a statement disputing claims made in a July 26, 2026 report by The Manila Times titled “Margaroli, OMI-JKG win P470M license plate dispute,” saying the article contained misleading statements and failed to present the complete facts surrounding the controversy.
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[2026-08-03 20:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Lawyer Kris Gargantiel explains how confidential funds should be disbursed and why they were included in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.
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[2026-08-03 20:27 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: DEFENSE. Michael Poa huddles with the defense team during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.
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[2026-08-03 20:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — After increasing steadily for almost a month, fuel prices will go down on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
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[2026-08-03 18:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Admiral Samuel Paparo, gestures during a press conference at the Philippine Military Academy in Baguio, northern Philippines, Aug. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila, File)
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[2026-08-03 18:01 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. Today is August 3rd.
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[2026-08-03 17:04 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI-generated. Read the article for full context. Report any errors.
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[2026-08-03 16:41 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday said the spike of violence in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) were not related to the upcoming parliamentary elections on Sept. 14, but were caused by personal conflicts.
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[2026-08-03 16:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano said he was prepared to face possible charges over alleged anomalous flood control projects in Taguig City even if it led to imprisonment.
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[2026-08-03 16:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) issued subpoenas to Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste and former congressman Jacinto “Jing” Paras as it deepens its investigation into an alleged ₱5-million scheme to fabricate accusations against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto.
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[2026-08-03 16:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — More than 6,300 families have been affected by Tropical Cyclone Luis as it continued to bring heavy rains and disrupt sea travel, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (Ndrrmc) said Monday.
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[2026-08-03 16:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CAPAS, Tarlac – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has touted the Pax Silica Industrial Hub project here as a centerpiece of his economic agenda but Catholic Church leaders said the project will have negative effects to indigenous communities and farmers in the area.
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[2026-08-03 15:59 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday supported Defense Secretary Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro Jr.’s call for government officials who side with China on issues involving the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to consider resigning from their posts.
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[2026-08-03 15:15 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-08-03 14:47 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
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[2026-08-03 14:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The removal of the Bacolod Masskara franchise from the remainder of the SportsPlus MPBL 2026 Season, together with the lifetime suspension imposed on the players and coaches covered by the league's disciplinary action, underscores Commissioner Emmer Oreta's unwavering commitment to protecting the integrity of the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL).
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[2026-08-03 14:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Team North heads into the ICTSI Elite Junior PGT Finals fully aware that the road to a second straight title will be far more demanding this time. But while unfamiliarity with the host course presents a formidable obstacle, coach Joey Anciano believes preparation, chemistry and resilience can once again carry his side to victory.
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[2026-08-03 14:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala achieved a season-best No. 17 in the WTA Finals Race, where the top eight advance to the Finals in Indian Wells in November.
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[2026-08-03 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte was the only vice president and Education secretary audited by the Commission on Audits (COA) for the use of confidential funds, a former state auditor said Monday.
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[2026-08-03 14:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sandiganbayan Associate Justice Ronald Moreno said the prosecution failed to present strong evidence directly linking former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. to the alleged conspiracy in the controversial Pandi, Bulacan flood control project, citing significant evidentiary gaps in a separate concurring opinion supporting the court's decision to grant him bail.
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[2026-08-03 13:57 UTC+10:00] [Editorials] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI-generated. Read the article for full context. Report any errors.
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[2026-08-03 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano called on government and local communities to work together to support Filipinos in need, warning that many families could face even greater hardship in the months leading up to Christmas if the economy continues to weaken.
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[2026-08-03 13:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Raffy Tulfo has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry into illegal wastewater discharge and improper septic waste disposal across the country.
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[2026-08-03 13:19 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) maintained that no incidents have yet been recorded related to the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.
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[2026-08-03 11:49 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: WALKING IN THE RAIN. Students walk through moderate rain on their way to school along UN Avenue in Manila on Monday, August 3, 2026, as Tropical Depression Luis enhances the southwest monsoon, bringing heavy rain and flooding to parts of Luzon.
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[2026-08-03 11:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Due to persistent rain, Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala's suspended final match against world No. 3 Jessica Pegula at the WTA 500 Mubadala D.C. Open will be resumed on Monday at 12 noon in Washington, Tuesday midnight, August 4 in Manila.
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[2026-08-03 11:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on Monday placed the Visayas grid on yellow alert as major power plants remain unavailable.
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[2026-08-03 11:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Due to persistent rain in Washington, Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala's final match against Jessica Pegula in the WTA 500 Mubadala D.C. Open has been suspended on Monday.
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[2026-08-03 11:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Cyclone Luis and the southwest monsoon will bring heavy to intense rain in some areas in Luzon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Monday.
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[2026-08-03 10:19 UTC+10:00] [Special Coverages] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — On the 11th day of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, the prosecution will present Roderick Wamil, former state auditor of the Commission on Audit’s Intelligence and Confidential Funds Audit Office (COA-ICFAO), whose testimony centers on the government’s audit procedures for confidential funds.
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[2026-08-03 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Manila likes the look of Kyiv’s low-cost drones, but adapting battlefield tech to grey-zone sea stand-offs won’t be easy
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[2026-08-03 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Manila likes the look of Kyiv’s low-cost drones, but adapting battlefield tech to grey-zone sea stand-offs won’t be easy
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[2026-08-03 09:30 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-08-03 08:45 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-08-03 07:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A support group for political prisoners on Sunday accused the Philippine justice system of applying a “double standard” after former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. was granted bail while elderly and seriously ill political prisoners, including 77-year-old Vicente “Vic” Ladlad, remain behind bars after years of detention without conviction.
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[2026-08-03 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Sunday urged electric companies to cooperate in removing system loss charges from the electric bills, saying that it is unfair to make consumers pay for electricity they never used.
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[2026-08-03 04:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A small fires broke out a contractor’s storage facility inside the House of Representatives compound on Sunday morning but was swiftly contained.
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[2026-08-03 02:15 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-08-03 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: IN celebration of its 114th anniversary, The Manila Hotel invites guests to relive cherished moments through “I Remember the Day,” a heartfelt campaign that honors the memories created within the walls of the country’s first five-star hotel.
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[2026-08-03 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: FILIPINO tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala reset her WTA live rankings career-high from No. 25 on Saturday to No. 24 after reaching the 500 Mubadala DC Open final in Washington early Sunday morning in Manila.
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[2026-08-03 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CEBU CITY — Cebu province recorded fewer tourist arrivals during the first half of 2026, posting a 10.69-percent decline, although the Cebu Provincial Tourism Office (CPTO) remains confident the industry can rebound before the end of the year.
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[2026-08-03 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has launched emergency dredging operations in Davao City and General Santos City in compliance with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to strengthen flood control measures and protect communities from recurring flash floods.
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[2026-08-03 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: RUBILEN Amit denied fellow Filipino world pool champion Chezka Centeno, 4-3, 2-4, 4-2, in the second round of the WPA Women’s 10-Ball World Championship in Rome, Italy Saturday.
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[2026-08-03 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE much-ballyhooed claim of the prosecution that it has the evidence to indict and convict Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte is crumbling. Its presentation of evidence to prove the impeachable offense of betrayal of public trust against VP Sara has ended, but it has failed to prove through its three witnesses from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) that her subject remarks constituted the crimes of grave threats and inciting to sedition, which alleged commission formed the basis of charging
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