[2026-04-05 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The Philippines’ aggressive stance against China has backfired

Snippet: THE aggressive stance taken by the Philippines against China in the South China Sea dispute has backfired. Under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration, the country shifted to a more confrontational policy. This included frequent public protests, highly publicized maritime incidents, and joint patrols and stronger military ties with the United States.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/opinion/world/the-philippines-aggressive-stance-against-china-has-backfired/2314259

[2026-04-05 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The Philippines’ aggressive stance against China has backfired

Snippet: THE aggressive stance taken by the Philippines against China in the South China Sea dispute has backfired. Under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration, the country shifted to a more confrontational policy. This included frequent public protests, highly publicized maritime incidents, and joint patrols and stronger military ties with the United States.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/opinion/columns/the-philippines-aggressive-stance-against-china-has-backfired/2314259

[2026-04-05 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PhilHealth suspends accreditation to maternity hospital in Cebu

Snippet: THE Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) will not cover hospital claims from a Cebu City maternity facility for three months after suspending its accreditation over administrative violations.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/regions/philhealth-suspends-accreditation-to-maternity-hospital-in-cebu/2314289

[2026-04-05 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Yulo enters floor exercise final at World Cup Cairo leg

Snippet: FILIPINO rising gymnast star Karl Eldrew Yulo entered the floor exercise final at the World Cup Cairo leg in Egypt after placing fifth in the qualifications Saturday midnight in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/yulo-enters-floor-exercise-final-at-world-cup-cairo-leg/2314227

[2026-04-05 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: AI infrastructure push targets universities, workforce shift

Snippet: A PHILIPPINE telecommunications group is expanding digital infrastructure and training initiatives to help universities prepare students for an economy increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence (AI), an executive said during a forum in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/business/sunday-business-it/ai-infrastructure-push-targets-universities-workforce-shift/2314230

[2026-04-05 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala slips to No. 46 at WTA live rankings

Snippet: FILIPINO tennis ace Alexandra “Alex” Eala slipped to No. 46 at the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) live rankings on Saturday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/eala-slips-to-no-46-at-wta-live-rankings/2314225

[2026-04-05 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Finding meaning in music: Joed Balsamo’s journey to New York

Snippet: Our featured artist is Jude Edgard Balsamo, also known as Joed Balsamo, who will be leaving this year for an Asian Cultural Council (ACC) New York Fellowship Grant in Music.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/the-sunday-times/filipino-champions/finding-meaning-in-music-joed-balsamos-journey-to-new-york/2314304

[2026-04-05 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: GTBA expresses full support for Sen. Imee Marcos’ initiative

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/tmt-newswire/gtba-expresses-full-support-for-sen-imee-marcos-initiative/2314196

[2026-04-05 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Toward a Filipino framework for AI

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/business/sunday-business-it/toward-a-filipino-framework-for-ai/2314233

[2026-04-05 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Leslie Pucay’s inaugural art exhibit is a rhythmic landscape

Snippet: Back in March, Life ‘n Arts Gallery in Solenad 3, Nuvali, hosted Leslie Pucay’s first solo exhibition, “Line After Line.” The show featured 32 works from her Rhythm Series, transforming the gallery into a study of movement and sound translated into paint.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/the-sunday-times/filipino-champions/leslie-pucays-inaugural-art-exhibit-is-a-rhythmic-landscape/2314303

[2026-04-05 01:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cardinal urged Catholics to love the poor this Easter

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines— A Cardinal urged the faithful to love the poor and the needy, stressing that they must not only commemorate Jesus Christ’s sacrifice but also live out His teachings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/cardinal-urged-catholics-to-love-the-poor-this-easter/2314307

[2026-04-05 00:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Christ resurrection ‘Good News the world needs’—Advincula

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines— Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula emphasized that the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday is the “good news the world desperately needs.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/christ-resurrection-good-news-the-world-needsadvincula/2314301

[2026-04-05 00:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Lawmaker to oil companies: Extend fuel discounts this Easter

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Alfredo Garbin Jr. has urged oil companies to voluntarily extend fuel discounts this Easter Sunday to help ease the burden on consumers still reeling from high fuel costs.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/lawmaker-to-oil-companies-extend-fuel-discounts-this-easter/2314300

[2026-04-04 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: A whimsical Easter soiree at Winford Manila

Snippet: STEP into a wonderland adventure filled with color, fun and festive charm this Sunday, April 5, as Winford Resort and Casino Manila

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/tmt-newswire/a-whimsical-easter-soiree-at-winford-manila/2314260

[2026-04-04 21:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Painful crucifixion reenactment launches Easter celebrations in PH

Snippet: Thousands of Filipinos and tourists flock to a sun-bleached field north of Manila on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, to witness one of the country's most blood-soaked displays of religious fervor, undeterred by rising fuel prices driven by the war in the Middle East

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/videos/painful-crucifixion-reenactment-launches-easter-celebrations-in-ph/2314256

[2026-04-04 21:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOST reveals new Pisay scholars, posts plans to expand PSHS campus to 2 per region

Snippet: THE Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Science High School (DOST-PSHS), commonly known as Pisay, released the names of the qualifiers for the National Competitive Examination (NCE) 2025 at the Philippine Information Agency Building in Quezon City, on March 30, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/tmt-newswire/dost-reveals-new-pisay-scholars-posts-plans-to-expand-pshs-campus-to-2-per-region/2314246

[2026-04-04 18:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala, Swiatek reunited at Rafa Nadal Academy

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Tennis rivals Alex Eala and Iga Swiatek reunited at the Rafa Nadal Academy on Saturday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/sports/eala-swiatek-reunited-at-rafa-nadal-academy/2314218

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Taduran retains IBF minimumweight belt, stops Perez in 7th

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Pedro Taduran retained his International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight belt after scoring a seventh-round stoppage of Gustavo Perez Alvarez at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California Saturday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/sports/taduran-retains-ibf-minimumweight-belt-stops-perez-in-7th/2314215

[2026-04-04 16:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jimuel Pacquiao knocks out Gates for first pro win

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manny Pacquiao’s eldest son, Jimuel, scored his first professional boxing win in his career.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/sports/jimuel-pacquiao-knocks-out-gates-for-first-pro-win/2314211

[2026-04-04 14:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pasay roads closed for running event on Sunday, motorists advised to take alternate routes

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Several roads in Pasay City will be closed from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Sunday for a running event, according to the Pasay Traffic and Parking Management Office.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/pasay-roads-closed-for-running-event-on-sunday-motorists-advised-to-take-alternate-routes/2314206

[2026-04-04 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Newspoint] A supreme scandal

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/newspoint-supreme-scandal-sara-duterte-impeachment/

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

Source: Rappler

Title: From Brady Bonds to Marcos 2.0: The debt trap we escaped once

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/opinion-brady-bonds-philippines-government-debt-trap/

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: TESDA launches creative co-working hub for women, aspiring creatives

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A co-working hub for women and aspiring creatives that would develop their skills and provide enterprise support and creative collaboration as well as equipping them with Artificial Intelligence-resilient skills have been launched by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/tesda-launches-creative-co-working-hub-for-women-aspiring-creatives/2314205

[2026-04-04 13:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pasig’s 5 new e-buses to begin serving commuters Monday

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Pasig City’s five newly acquired electric minibuses will begin serving commuters on Monday under the city government’s Libreng Sakay (free ride) program.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/pasigs-5-new-e-buses-to-begin-serving-commuters-monday/2314203

[2026-04-04 13:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bayanihan-style energy relief package pushed at House

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Bagong Henerasyon Partylist Rep. Robert Nazal is pushing for an automatic relief system similar to the Covid pandemic-era Bayanihan laws that would be activated upon the declaration of a national energy emergency to protect Filipino families, workers, and key sectors.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/bayanihan-style-energy-relief-package-pushed-at-house/2314204

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH to continue engagements with Myanmar after electing military leader as president

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will continue its engagements with Myanmar following the election of military leader Min Aung Hlaing as president, Malacañang said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/ph-to-continue-engagements-with-myanmar-after-electing-military-leader-as-president/2314202

[2026-04-04 11:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala slips to No. 46 at WTA live rankings

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala slipped to No. 46 at the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) live rankings on Saturday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/sports/alex-eala-slips-to-no-46-at-wta-live-rankings/2314187

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eldrew Yulo enters floor exercise final at World Cup Cairo leg

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino rising gymnast star Karl Eldrew Yulo entered the floor exercise final at the World Cup Cairo leg in Egypt after placing fifth in the qualifications Saturday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/sports/eldrew-yulo-enters-floor-exercise-final-at-world-cup-cairo-leg/2314179

[2026-04-04 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chinese 'ghost' vessels defy tracking, threaten PH security

Snippet: One ship. Multiple identities. In a special report entitled 'Chinese ghost ships defy tracking, threaten Philippine security,' The Manila Times writes about the activities of dredger Kang Ling 539, a Chinese vessel allegedly with over 30 different identities as it operates in Manila Bay and Zambales. It talks about how ships manipulate the Automatic Identification System (AIS) to avoid detection and bypass regulations.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/videos/chinese-ghost-vessels-defy-tracking-threaten-ph-security/2314085

[2026-04-04 06:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: How the Iran war is pushing US ally the Philippines into economic crisis

Snippet: The streets of Manila are becoming quieter due to the unfolding energy crisis. (ABC News: Tim Swanston)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-04/philippines-south-east-asia-gas-crisis/106530030

[2026-04-04 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘The Giant Falls’ on Netflix, a Maudlin Argentine Melodrama About a Long-Overdue Father-Son Reunion

Snippet: The Giant Falls is the fourth Netflix movie in five years from Argentinian director Marcos Carnevale. And par for the course with the uberstreamer’s reputation for cranking out blandly watchable mediocrities, they’ve all been modestly ambitious but not particularly memorable. Like All Hail (famous weatherman’s career is destroyed when he whiffs on a historic hailstorm forecast), The Heart Knows (a heart donor’s lover gets involved with the transplant recipient) and Goyo (a romance between an autistic man and a woman

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/04/03/the-giant-falls-netflix-stream-it-or-skip-it/

[2026-04-04 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Legarda asserts women’s central role in water governance, calls for strict enforcement of environmental laws

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/tmt-newswire/legarda-asserts-womens-central-role-in-water-governance-calls-for-strict-enforcement-of-environmental-laws/2313933

[2026-04-04 03:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: International Criminal Court set to issue judgment on Duterte drug war case

Snippet: (UPDATE) ​THE Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced Thursday that it will issue its judgment on April 22 on former president Rodrigo Duterte’s appeal challenging the court’s jurisdiction.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/international-criminal-court-set-to-issue-judgment-on-duterte-drug-war-case/2313866

[2026-04-04 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watchdog calls for stronger social media controls to shield minors

Snippet: (UPDATE) AS governments in Asia consider stricter controls on over social media, Philippine advocates are calling for greater oversight of online platforms to protect minors from the risks of unregulated digital spaces.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/watchdog-calls-for-stronger-social-media-controls-to-shield-minors/2313884

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ateneo prof introduces robot for archaeological studies

Snippet: (UPDATE) AN archaeology professor of the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) has introduced a robot that can help excavate archaeological sites with "greater consistency, precision, and care compared to manual methods."

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/ateneo-prof-introduces-robot-for-archaeological-studies/2313891

[2026-04-04 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt pressed to release clear timeline for fuel subsidies

Snippet: CEBU’S top local leaders pressed the national government to release a clear timeline for fuel subsidies and possible rationing as diesel prices climb and fears of supply disruptions grow.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/regions/govt-pressed-to-release-clear-timeline-for-fuel-subsidies/2313979

[2026-04-04 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: A golden evening of gratitude and grace

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/entertainment-lifestyle/life-times/a-golden-evening-of-gratitude-and-grace/2313962

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chinese 'ghost ships' defy tracking, threaten Philippine security

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/04/news/national/chinese-ghost-ships-defy-tracking-threaten-philippine-security/2314074

[2026-04-03 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Palace: No 'energy lockdown'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Friday dismissed as "fake news" claims that there would be an energy lockdown starting April 20, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/palace-no-energy-lockdown/2313990

[2026-04-03 19:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Advincula draws parallel between Middle East conflict, Christ’s crucifixion, calls for prayer and peace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula on Friday likened the Middle East conflict to Jesus’ crucifixion, urging the faithful to pray for peace.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/advincula-draws-parallel-between-middle-east-conflict-christs-crucifixion-calls-for-prayer-and-peace/2313971

[2026-04-03 17:30 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: No UN plan to ‘rescue’ Duterte from ICC custody

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/no-un-rescue-plan-rodrigo-duterte-icc-custody/

[2026-04-03 16:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: MARINA coordinates safe passage for Philippine-flagged vessels amid regional conflict

Snippet: The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is actively coordinating with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to ensure the safety of Philippine-registered vessels (PRVs) operating in volatile international waters.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/business/maritime/marina-coordinates-safe-passage-for-philippine-flagged-vessels-amid-regional-conflict/2313904

[2026-04-03 15:41 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Will there be a Duterte trial? ICC decides before end-April

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/icc-ruling-proceed-duterte-trial-april-2026/

[2026-04-03 14:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 'ArcheoBot' introduced to speed up archaeological study

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - An archeaeology professor of the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) has introduced a robot that would help excavate archaeological sites with "greater consistency, precision, and care than via manual methods,"

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/archeobot-introduced-to-speed-up-archaeological-study/2313891

[2026-04-03 13:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Manon removes Katseye from bio, addresses fans as group teases new single

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manon Bannerman removed Katseye from her Instagram bio prompting speculation about her status in the group just as the five-member lineup began teasing its upcoming single.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/manon-removes-katseye-from-bio-addresses-fans-as-group-teases-new-single/2313881

[2026-04-03 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fuel prices up next week as Middle East war drags on

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Diesel and gasoline prices are expected to spike again next week, as the war in the Middle East drags on, local oil industry sources on Friday said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/business/top-business/fuel-prices-up-next-week-as-middle-east-war-drags-on/2313882

[2026-04-03 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIVESTREAM: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion | Good Friday 2026

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-celebration-lord-passion-manila-cathedral-good-friday-2026/

[2026-04-03 12:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Devotees join Good Friday procession

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Thousands of devotees of the Black Nazarene took part in the Good Friday procession, expressing their deep veneration for the image.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/devotees-join-good-friday-procession/2313878

[2026-04-03 12:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watchdog pushes for stronger controls on social media to shield minors

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — As governments in Asia consider stricter controls over social media, Philippine advocates are calling for greater oversight of online platforms to protect minors from the risks of unregulated digital spaces.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/watchdog-pushes-for-stronger-controls-on-social-media-to-shield-minors/2313884

[2026-04-03 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos calls for 'faith, humility, compassion' on Good Friday

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to live with "greater faith, humility, and compassion" as he joined the Catholic faithful in commemorating Good Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/marcos-calls-for-faith-humility-compassion-on-good-friday/2313877