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Close to 5k pass civil engineering exam

By Aric John Sy Cua

HEADLINES: Enemies want me jailed, killed – Sara | May 7, 2025

HEADLINES: Enemies want me jailed, killed – Sara | May 7, 2025

ICC junks Duterte petition to exclude 2 judges from deciding on case

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

Go, Tulfo remain on top as 12 bets fight for spot in bottom 6 of senatorial lineup -- survey

Unemployment rate up slightly to 3.9% in March

By Giselle P. Jordan

ICC junks Duterte petition to exclude 2 judges from deciding on case

Go, Tulfo remain on top as 12 bets fight for spot in bottom 6 of senatorial lineup -- survey

Unemployment rate up slightly to 3.9% in March

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | May 7, 2025

WATCH: Vehicle plows into NAIA departure area

Anisha Caluya PHOTO FROM TRIATHLON ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES FB PAGE

Emerging Filipino triathlete Anisha Caluya claims silver in 2025 Asia Cup

Education Secretary Sonny Angara. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

DepEd to LGUs, parents: Help fight illiteracy

Stella Luz Quimbo. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

Kit Belmonte endorses Quimbo

PHOTO FROM DOST PAGASA

2 low pressure areas monitored in Visayas, SLuzon — Pagasa

Vice President Sara Duterte. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Duterte blasts Adiong, Ortega

Marikina City Mayor Marcy Teodoro and Marikina City 1st Dist. Rep. Maan Teodoro together with Senator Koko Pimentel, lead the soft opening of the Marikina City Dialysis Center, April 16, 2024. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

Teodoro: Vote-buying charges politically motivated

A Sotheby's employee displays the 10.03-carat 'Mediterranean Blue' diamond ring during a preview ahead of a public exhibition in Abu Dhabi on April 8, 2025. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP)

Sotheby's postpones historical gems auction after India backlash

Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (C) poses for a group photo with German Finance Minister and Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil (R) and German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt after the first meeting of the new cabinet at the Chancellery in Berlin on May 6, 2025. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP)

Merz elected German chancellor after surprise setback

This pool photo taken and released on April 17, 2025 by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) shows China's President Xi Jinping greeting people upon his arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport. Xi arrived after visiting Vietnam and Malaysia as Beijing seeks to strengthen regional trade ties and offset the impact of huge tariffs imposed by his US counterpart. (Photo by POOL / AFP)

China eases monetary policy to boost ailing economy

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks at the Economic Club of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, on April 16, 2025. US President Donald Trump's tariffs will likely push up prices and constrain growth, and could put the US Federal Reserve in the unenviable position of having to choose between tackling inflation and unemployment, Powell said Wednesday. US markets fell following Powell's remarks, with the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite down 3.4 percent at around 12:50 pm local time in Chicago (1750 GMT). (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP)

No rate cuts expected from US Fed facing 'unfavorable' conditions

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Frasco, Romualdez, Velasco et al. will be called to libel trial

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

16 million uncomprehending students

By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Francisco S. Tatad

First Things First

Thank God for Imee Marcos

By Francisco S. Tatad

Marlen V. Ronquillo

Midweek Comments

Trumpism: A gift to polar opposites

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

Today's Front Page

THE UNSAFE FEELING WHEN RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Drivers are not the only problem in road safety

Buyer in good faith only applies to registered land

By Persida Acosta

Mediating some semblance of peace

The missing 'x'

By Ingming Aberia

Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

Centrist Democracy Political Institute

Two elections — a conclave and a circus: A study in contrasts

By Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

By Alvin Santos

The Vietnam, Gaza wars shattered young illusions about US leaders

By Norman Solomon

This pool photo taken and released on April 17, 2025 by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) shows China's President Xi Jinping greeting people upon his arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport. Xi arrived after visiting Vietnam and Malaysia as Beijing seeks to strengthen regional trade ties and offset the impact of huge tariffs imposed by his US counterpart. (Photo by POOL / AFP)

BUSINESS

China eases monetary policy to boost ailing economy

By Agence France-Presse

Anisha Caluya PHOTO FROM TRIATHLON ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES FB PAGE

SPORTS

Emerging Filipino triathlete Anisha Caluya claims silver in 2025 Asia Cup

A Sotheby's employee displays the 10.03-carat 'Mediterranean Blue' diamond ring during a preview ahead of a public exhibition in Abu Dhabi on April 8, 2025. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP)

WORLD

Sotheby's postpones historical gems auction after India backlash

By Agence France-Presse

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History, humor and hope in 'Isang Komedya sa Langit'

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

LIFESTYLE

On a mission for truth, healing and a post- Covid-19 reckoning

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

Workers unload ballots for distribution in Metro Manila on May 6, 2025. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

BALLOT DISTRIBUTION

May 6, 2025

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) holds a drug test for bus drivers and conductors of Solid North Transit Inc. at the Edsa Cubao Terminal in Quezon City on May 6, 2025 after the crash along SCTEX that killed 12 people on May 1. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

DRIVERS' DRUG TEST

May 6, 2025

The Department of Tourism, led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation headed by President and CEO Eugene Acevedo, ink an agreement as they launch a mobile ATM service for tourists. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

May 6, 2025

Two Chinese and three Filipino suspects are presented at the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) office in Pasay City on May 6, 2025 after they were apprehended in Sual, Pangasinan for qualified trafficking. The NBI rescued 10 Filipino individuals, including 2 pregnant teens. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

May 6, 2025

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) hears the road rage incident in Zambales, involving motorcycle vlogger 'Yanna' whose lawyer represented her on May 6, 2025. Complainant Jimmy Pascua attended the hearing and said he would continue to file legal actions against the vlogger. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

ROAD RAGE HEARING

May 6, 2025

Philippine National Police

Nation

Police hunt casino junket operators

AUTHORITIES are going after two prominent junket operators implicated in the laundering of ransom money paid for kidnapped businessman Anson Que, whose body was found last month. Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said investigators have traced the P200 million ransom to casino junket groups 9 Dynasty Group and White Horse Club, which allegedly served as financial conduits in a laundering operation that spanned e-wallets, shell accounts, and cryptocurrency platforms. "This is no longer just about ransom," he said. "This is about cleaning up a system that

By Franco Jose C. Baroña - May 7, 2025

Govt rolls out new drug test regulations for PUV drivers

Magna Carta for delivery riders pushed

Prayers, pride in Tagle's hometown

Comelec: Everything set for May 12 polls

Filipino, American troops hold CSAR exercise in Iba

Arroyo campaigning again after break

10 human trafficking victims rescued by NBI

House probe on PrimeWater deal pushed

Jessie Ticar Jr. PMA PHOTO

Vendor's son is PMA Class 2025 valedictorian

Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia. TMT FILE PHOTO

Garcia affirms support for Alyansa

Ombudsman slaps 3-month suspension against Calugay

Commission on Elections. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

Disqualification of UniTeam sought

Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (C) poses for a group photo with German Finance Minister and Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil (R) and German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt after the first meeting of the new cabinet at the Chancellery in Berlin on May 6, 2025. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP)

Merz elected German chancellor after surprise setback

By Agence France-Presse

China's President Xi Jinping (C) and Kenya's President William Ruto (not pictured) hold a meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on April 24, 2025. (Photo by IORI SAGISAWA / POOL / AFP)

China vows to defend 'justice' in looming trade talks with US

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 06: U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a swearing-in ceremony for Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff in the Oval Office at the White House on May 06, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump provided an update on the Houthi conflict in the Middle East. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Anna Moneymaker / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Trump talks tough on China, but early focus elsewhere

US President Donald Trump listens to Vice President JD Vance speak during a meeting with the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the East Room of the White house in Washington, DC, on May 6, 2025. The soccer world championship will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will be hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP)

Trump's White House creates own media universe

This photo taken and handout on May 6, 2025 by The Vatican Media shows the Sistine Chapel on the eve of the conclave in The Vatican. (Photo by Handout / VATICAN MEDIA / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / VATICAN MEDIA" - NO MARKETING - NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS

Vatican readies for conclave lockdown

Mourners chant during the funeral of members of Syria's Druze community who were killed in recent sectarian clashes, in Salkhad village in the country's southern Suwayda governorate on May 3, 2025. A day earlier a war monitor and Druze residents said forces affiliated with the new Syrian authorities attacked Jaramana and Sahnaya near Damascus and clashed with Druze gunmen, while Syria's government blamed "outlaw groups" for the violence, before a de-escalation deal prompted government troop deployments in Sahnaya and tighter security around Jaramana. (Photo by Shadi AL-DUBAISI / AFP)

Turkey, Israel must ease tensions in Syria — analysts

Sudan's army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan speaks during a civil service conference in Port Sudan on April 29, 2025. (Photo by AFP)

Sudan cuts ties with UAE after paramilitary drone strikes on Port Sudan

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks at the Economic Club of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, on April 16, 2025. US President Donald Trump's tariffs will likely push up prices and constrain growth, and could put the US Federal Reserve in the unenviable position of having to choose between tackling inflation and unemployment, Powell said Wednesday. US markets fell following Powell's remarks, with the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite down 3.4 percent at around 12:50 pm local time in Chicago (1750 GMT). (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP)

Foreign Business

No rate cuts expected from US Fed facing 'unfavorable' conditions

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Federal Reserve faces a tough choice Wednesday as it contends with President Donald Trump's tariff rollout: Prioritize tackling inflation by holding interest rates high, do nothing, or stimulate growth and employment by cutting them? Analysts and investors overwhelmingly think the Fed will choose to sit tight, preferring to wait and see how the new levies affect the US economy before moving on rates. "It's an unfavorable mix for the Federal Reserve," Nationwide chief economist Kathy Bostjancic told AFP. "They're going to see upward price pressures

By Agence France-Presse - May 7, 2025

Foreign Business

Stocks retreat as traders cautious before Fed rates call

Foreign Business

US trade deficit hits record high as businesses, consumers try to get ahead of Trump tariffs

Foreign Business

Top US officials will meet with Chinese delegation in Switzerland in first major talks of trade war

Inflation hits over 5-year low

UN warns of 'unsettling' development slowdown

PH gains three spots in human devt index

SEC launches new digital services

Peso, PSEi lifted by inflation surprise

BSP: Banks' bad loans to moderate this year

First Gen Corp. gives notice of annual general meeting

First Philippine Holdings Corp. gives notice of annual stockholders' meeting

Electricity market price to remain steady in May

Meralco’s Raymond Almazan PBA PHOTO

Sports

Meralco Bolts brace for tough challenge in Basketball Champions League Asia

MANILA, Philippines — Meralco coach Luigi Trillo admitted having mixed feelings with the Bolts set to represent the PBA and the country again in an international tournament. After back-to-back seasons participating in the East Asia Super League home-and-away tournament, the PBA on Monday, announced that the Bolts have been tapped to represent the pro league and the country in the Basketball Champions League Asia set this June 9-15. Meralco earned the right to see action in the Basketball Champions League Asia by virtue of being the PBA Philippine Cup champion. Trillo said playing for

By Richard Dy - May 7, 2025

Haliburton's 3-pointer lifts Pacers over Cavs for 2-0 series lead

Ginebra faces streaking NLEX

UST, NU dispute last UAAP Finals berth

Eala rises to career best 70th in WTA

Jokic-inspired Nuggets stun Thunder, Knicks down Celtics

Tamayo, Batican top JPGT Mactan

Sinner returns after doping ban

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, PPA General Manager Jay Santiago, ATI President Eusebio Tanco, and DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem lead the unveiling ceremony of the Pier 3 expansion. PHOTO BY BIANCA PERALTA-VELASCO

Maritime

P5.7B ATI-DP World investment boosts South Harbor capacity

By Genivi Verdejo and Carmela I. Huelar

Karen Avelino, president of the Philippine Association of Maritime Training Centers Inc. talks about plans and projects of the association with Anytime Maritime podcast host and FastCat Chairman Mary Ann Pastrana. PHOTO FROM ANYTIME MARITIME

PAMTCI: Domestic ships can close training gap for cadets

ONE is a container transportation and shipping company of NYK, K Line and MOL. PHOTO FROM ONE PHILIPPINES WEBSITE

ONE reports $4.2B profit for FY 2024

The two-story, four-classroom school building at the 88-year-old Punta Elementary School in Tanza, Cavite, turned over by SM Foundation and SM Prime in November 2020, now caters to classes from Grades 3 to 6, some of which were previously held at the school’s covered court pre-pandemic. PHOTO FROM SM FOUNDATION

Cavite school gets boost from SM Foundation, enhances learning for hundreds of students

Victory Day: A holiday with tears in the eyes

FROM GAS LAMPS TO ELECTRIC LIGHTS Young student Mitch Balbuena used to do her homework using a gas lamp for illumination up until the sitio electrification program brought by Davao Light finally reached their home. PHOTO FROM ABOITIZPOWER

Access to electricity

SM Malls introduce a realm where technology meets with nature

DECADENT GIFTS At Café Pronto, delight Mom with Mom’s Velvet Embrace — a limited-edition Red Velvet and Strawberry Cream Cheesecake that’s as tender and timeless as her love, available from May 1-31.
PHOTO FROM MARCO POLO ORTIGAS MANILA

Tmt Newswire

Celebrate the sweetest woman this May at Marco Polo Ortigas

THIS May, honor the queen of your heart with indulgent experiences as unforgettable as her love. From exquisite dining to serene escapes, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila presents a curated selection of heartfelt offerings to celebrate Mom in style. On May 10 (lunch and dinner) and May 11 (lunch), Cucina transforms into a culinary stage with a regal buffet spread. Feast on showstoppers like Lamb Kaldereta, Chicken Halang-Halang, Smoked Beef Brisket, Rub-Spiced Short Ribs, and Shrimp with Salsa Rosso. Each dining experience includes a refreshing welcome drink and live entertainment, as well as

Pangandaman sign statement of cooperation on public procurement

8 million Filipino students graduated despite being functionally illiterate

Cherry launches 'Find your core, find your match' promo this May

GSIS opens new Baguio branch building, kicking off anniversary month

Advancing accessible health care for workers, communities

'Beyond Borders: Philippine Art in Seoul' opens today

Cash secure solutions partnership signed by Brunei, Philippine firms

Hope goes the extra mile with Mr. DIY's 'Acts of Kindness'

Tala Philippines' FinLit Program Wins in 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards

BingoPlus sponsors Miss Universe Philippines 2025 preliminary round

BingoPlus welcomes Miss Universe candidates for exclusive studio tour

ArenaPlus rolls out P1 million-daily giveaway for NBA Playoffs

Fast Times

Mercedes-Benz PH goes hybrid with GLC 350e, E350e

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Refined, electrified, redefined

Taal Basilica interior.

Sanctuario De La Salle.
PHOTO FROM AR. CARLOS ARNAIZ

Build & Design

Pope Francis' influence on sacred architecture

Jonny Carmack's 'Fruit Room' in his Danbury, Conn. home. PHOTO BY JONNY CARMACK VIA AP

Farmstand chic: awash in fruit and vegetable motifs

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The United Architects of the Philippines' growing role in nation-building

(FILES) US producer-musician Sean "Diddy" Combs poses with the Global Icon award in the press room during the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on September 12, 2023. Jury selection is set to begin May 5, 2025, in the blockbuster trial of Combs, the music mogul whose star fell dramatically following his incarceration on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. Combs, 55, has been awaiting trial since last fall on accusations of leading a crime ring that prosecutors say perpetrated systemic sexual abuse and coerced victims into drug-fueled sex parties using threats and violence. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP)

First day of jury selection wraps in Sean Combs sex crimes trial

By Agence France-Presse - May 6, 2025

Rihanna reveals third pregnancy on Met Gala night

Stars shine at Met Gala, showcasing Black dandyism

'Makes no sense': Hollywood shocked by Trump's film tariffs announcement

Iñigo Pascual stays grounded

The Kyline-Kobe gone to soon love story

Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper: Instagram official

CORY-QUIRINO

Do you carry the 'mother wound'?

By Cory Quirino - May 7, 2025

Shower mom with love and indulgence

'Budols' that bring joy to your home

Swarovski unveils Minions Collection at Rustan's Makati

A new and golden way to glow at Body Shop

Beat summer skin struggles with humble oats

Heart Evangelista proves 40 is prime time

The Sunday Times Magazine

From tricycle driver to award-winning executive chef and farmers' champion

May 4, 2025

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Mother's Day treats, stays and getaways

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How Max's Group continues to thrive in changing times

SM Leisure Resort Residences Executives (SM LRR) and VIPs led the groundbreaking of M Village (from left) Kaye Frio, SAVP-Project Development; Zenia Sy, vice president for sales; Shirley Ong, EVP and SM LRR business unit head; Harvey T. Sy, head of Technical and Project Planning and Design; Imee Francisco, SVP operations head; Clark Ng, president and CEO of Devex, Inc.; Frank Bolalin, SAVP of Hamilo Coast Estate; Arch. Sol Prado, SAVP for planning and design; and Camie Bolus, vice president of sales admin and operations

Hamilo Coast sets sail for new possibilities with M Village at Marina Estates

SM Supermalls and ASP Leaders are dedicated to sharing valuable insights, inspiring us to continually enhance and transform our customer experiences.

SM for all: New pact strengthens autism-inclusive hiring

The Manila Times CSI

Defense Threat Reduction Agency instructors and facilitators from the Philippine Office for Transportation Security guide students during a course exercise.

Expats & Diplomats

US, PH launch joint drill vs hazardous materials trafficking in seaports

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of May 6, 2025

Fast Times

Mercedes-Benz PH goes hybrid with GLC 350e, E350e

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, PPA General Manager Jay Santiago, ATI President Eusebio Tanco, and DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem lead the unveiling ceremony of the Pier 3 expansion. PHOTO BY BIANCA PERALTA-VELASCO

Maritime

P5.7B ATI-DP World investment boosts South Harbor capacity

By Genivi Verdejo and Carmela I. Huelar - May 7, 2025

Sanctuario De La Salle.
PHOTO FROM AR. CARLOS ARNAIZ

Build & Design

Pope Francis' influence on sacred architecture

By Jovi Miroy - May 6, 2025

How secondhand shopping helped save the equivalent impact of 9 million trees. INFOGRAPHIC FROM CAROUSELL

Green Industries

Secondhand shoppers avoid 150,000 tonnes of CO2

By The Manila Times - May 3, 2025

Campus Press

The periodic sentence and its virtues

By Jose A. Carillo - May 5, 2025

REESE FERNANDEZ-RUIZ CEO Rags2Riches

Boardroom Watch

Reese for the sky

By Frances Mae Ramos - May 2, 2025

YOUNG RESEARCHERS Plant pathologist Vladimir Ivan Dodongan (middle) explains the anatomy of a banana plant during the seventh episode of ExperTalk, Season 4 of the DOSTv. DOSTV SCREENGRAB

Agribusiness

USEP experts find ways to stop banana diseases

By The Manila Times - May 1, 2025