Topic: Philippines — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-14 02:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: FEDERATION of Philippine Industries (FPI) chairperson Elizabeth Lee on Monday thanked the government for rolling back the escalating prices of pump fuel.
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[2026-04-14 02:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-04-14 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-04-14 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE Philippines’ most forgotten majority is the middle class. They pay full taxes, get no ayuda and are one medical emergency away from poverty. Welcome to life in the Philippine middle class, the country’s most productive, most taken-for-granted and most quietly suffering segment of society. Under the Marcos Jr. administration, the middle class has become a political afterthought dressed up in optimistic statistics.
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[2026-04-14 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: I FORGOT to explain in my last column what I observed at 3 p.m. of Good Friday at the San Sebastian Cathedral in Tarlac City, where some priests and members of the extraordinary ministers of the Holy Communion, made some smoke as they moved the crucifix violently to signify the death of Jesus.
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[2026-04-14 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: LAST week, I had the honor of meeting Mr. Ben Yao, the chairman of SteelAsia, together with his top leaders, Rafael Hidalgo, Pek Hoong Chong, and my good friend, Bobby Batungbacal, who had the kindness to arrange this meeting. I felt so honored to have the top honchos of the biggest Filipino steel manufacturing company spend a few hours of their very important executive time with me.
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[2026-04-14 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: LAST April 3, news reports said that three upperclassmen had committed hazing against 22 first year cadets (plebes) of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA). The physical harm inflicted was not merely to test the cadets’ endurance but constituted vicious assaults and senseless violence, such as hitting them with blunt objects, and pouring a mixture of drain cleaner and muriatic acid onto the victims’ bodies and private parts.
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[2026-04-14 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-04-14 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-04-14 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Nowadays, securing the services of a lawyer can be very expensive. For every pleading filed and every court appearance, there is a corresponding fee or compensation. Thus, I was wondering, can I engage an AI-generated lawyer to appear and litigate on my behalf?
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[2026-04-14 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Rustan’s has added a new name to its curated home selection with the Philippine debut of Hanoia, the Vietnamese design house known for transforming traditional lacquer into contemporary pieces for modern interiors.
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[2026-04-14 00:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- China has described as a mere "stunt" the allegation of the National Security Council (NSC) that Chinese fishermen used cyanide near Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea to deny food and water to Filipino troops stationed there.
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[2026-04-13 23:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - The National Security Council (NSC) on Monday confirmed that the yellow bottles confiscated from Chinese fishing boats (sampans) operating around Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) had tested positive for cyanide threatening both marine life and the safety of the troops stationed on BRP Sierra Madre (LS-57).
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[2026-04-13 23:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A Makati court has issued a warrant of arrest against Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Austria Barzaga over eight counts of cyber libel.
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[2026-04-13 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Red Cross distributed 55 wheelchairs to beneficiaries from Metro Manila and Rizal in Mandaluyong City on Monday as part of its Mobility for Dignity 2026 program.
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[2026-04-13 22:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: El presidente filipino Ferdinand Marcos Jr. en una conferencia en Makati, Filipinas, el 24 de febrero del 2026. (AP foto/Aaron Favila)
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[2026-04-13 22:02 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-13 21:47 UTC+10:00] [National News] [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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[2026-04-13 21:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. gestures as he answers questions at the ASEAN Editors and Economic Opinon Leaders Forum in Makati, Philippines on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila, File)
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[2026-04-13 21:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. do jumping jacks as he arrives at the New Executive Building in Malacañang for a press briefing
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[2026-04-13 21:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday tagged as liars those who have been spreading unverified reports about his health. Marcos made the assertion in a hastily called press briefing with the Malacañang Press Corps. Talks that the chief executive has fallen seriously ill resurfaced last week as critics claimed that photos and videos published following the Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) commemoration last April 9 were either ‘throwbacks’ or AI-generated.
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[2026-04-13 20:54 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-13 20:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Marcos is suspending the excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG, and kerosene.
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[2026-04-13 20:48 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-13 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-04-13 20:01 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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[2026-04-13 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: You’re watching The Manila Times’ News Prime.
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[2026-04-13 18:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday said the hazing of several cadets inside the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) was by far the “worst” he had ever seen.
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[2026-04-13 18:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday apologized to the construction worker arrested in Barangay Addition Hills in Mandaluyong City for being shirtless.
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[2026-04-13 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Manases Carpio, the husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, asked a Quezon City court to nullify the subpoena issued for his yearly income tax returns (ITRs).
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[2026-04-13 18:08 UTC+10:00] [Athletes] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-13 18:06 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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[2026-04-13 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Sen. Bong Go believes that the country’s return to stability is "closely tied" to the potential presidency of Vice President Sara Duterte in 2028.
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[2026-04-13 17:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Justin Brownlee had nothing but respect for his former teammate and good friend James Dickey shortly after Barangay Ginebra beat Phoenix, 109-96 in their PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup Sunday duel at the Araneta Coliseum.
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[2026-04-13 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Sen. Loren Legarda has proposed a one-time wealth levy on "ultra rich" Filipinos to ensure that those capable of absorbing the effects of the oil crisis will contribute more in addressing the problem.
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[2026-04-13 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CEBU CITY, Philippines – Lucas Revilleza and Avery Go moved a step closer to redemption after carding 74 and 75, respectively, as they took control of the 7-10 division in the ICTSI Alta Vista Junior PGT Championship at Alta Vista Golf and Country Club here on Monday.
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[2026-04-13 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Sports Committee (PSC), together with the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC), revealed the seven names that will be etched and honored in the Philippine Sports Hall of Fame on May 20 at the historic Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
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[2026-04-13 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Help is on the way as sweet-shooting Bennie Boatwright is set to reunite with San Miguel Beer and help the Beermen’s title quest in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup.
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[2026-04-13 14:08 UTC+10:00] [Editorials] [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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[2026-04-13 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [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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[2026-04-13 14:04 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Laboratory tests found cyanide in several bottles recovered by the Philippine Navy from Chinese boats operating near BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin Shoal last year, the National Security Council (NSC) said Monday.
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[2026-04-13 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday admitted that fugitive businessman Atong Ang is difficult to capture, comparing him to a slippery eel.
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[2026-04-13 12:03 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Inquirer
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The West Philippine Sea joint operations of the Philippines with the United States and Australia this time saw drills of logistical capabilities, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said on Monday.
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[2026-04-13 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: A TOP Filipino diplomat called for the immediate imposition of Alert Level 4, or mandatory evacuation, as Israeli airstrikes on Beirut put around 15,000 Filipina domestic workers and their families at risk.
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[2026-04-13 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: SEN. Imee Marcos on Sunday warned of food security problems if farmers and fishermen stop working because of high fuel costs.
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[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE current push for expanding the government voucher program to private elementary education, including kindergarten, is centered on the need to decongest our public schools. Public schools have overcrowded classrooms, overburdened teachers, and overstretched facilities to the breaking point. In this context, vouchers that allow some learners to move to private schools are presented as a pressure valve for a strained public system.
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[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE current push for expanding the government voucher program to private elementary education, including kindergarten, is centered on the need to decongest our public schools. Public schools have overcrowded classrooms, overburdened teachers, and overstretched facilities to the breaking point. In this context, vouchers that allow some learners to move to private schools are presented as a pressure valve for a strained public system.
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