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Alas Pilipinas yields to dominant Vietnam, settles for silver in AVC Nations Cup

By Niel Victor C. Masoy

HEADLINES: Marcos open to mediate but not on impeachment | June 15, 2025

HEADLINES: Marcos open to mediate but not on impeachment | June 15, 2025

Marcos open to mediate but not on impeachment

By Catherine S. Valente

Duterte asks release to unnamed country

By Javier Joe Ismael and Catherine S. Valente

VP in Kuala Lumpur Vice President Sara Duterte mingles with the Filipino community in Kuala Lumpur for the celebration of Independence Day on June 12, 2025. Duterte was joined by Senators Imee Marcos and Robinhood Padilla. PHOTO FROM PDP LABAN

Escudero to House: Respect the process

By Javier Joe Ismael and Red Mendoza

Marcos open to mediate but not on impeachment

Duterte asks release to unnamed country

Escudero to House: Respect the process

PASSION FOR TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

WATCH: Celebrating 20 years of CLIXLOGIC with Charlie Fernando

An immigration officer finds P29.7 million worth of shabu inside the luggage of a female passenger at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City on June 14, 2025. PHOTO COURTESY OF PDEA

Female traveler arrested for bringing in P29.7M shabu

A military parade commemorating the Army's 250th anniversary and coinciding with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday, Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Washington. AP PHOTO

Military parade rolls through DC as protesters across US decry Trump

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham gives the thumbs up before a Leagues Cup soccer match Adam Grinwis, Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. AP PHOTO

David Beckham, Gary Oldman and others honored by King Charles III

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JUNE 14: Vance Boelter's roommate, who declined to give his name, speaks with a Minneapolis police officer outside his home on June 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Boelter a suspect in the shooting of two Democratic-Farmer-Labor lawmakers. DFL State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, were shot and killed this morning. DFL State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were also shot and hospitalized in a separate incident. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said during a press conference that the shooting "appears to be a politically motivated assassination." Stephen Maturen/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Stephen Maturen / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

US police hunt gunman who killed lawmaker, husband

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 14: A demonstrator is seen through tear gas smoke fired by the Los Angeles Sheriff Department during a march against U.S. President Donald Trump on June 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Hundreds of marches and protests against the Trump administration are happening across the United States today in opposition to the military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army taking place in Washington, DC, coinciding with President Trump's birthday. Apu Gomes/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Apu Gomes / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Balloons, bubbles, tear gas: LA anti-Trump protests turn chaotic

PASSION FOR TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

WATCH: Celebrating 20 years of CLIXLOGIC with Charlie Fernando

Lito Villanueva, chairman, FinTech Alliance.Ph; Secretary Henry Aguda of the Department of Information and Communication Technology and Emilio Aquino, chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission lead the General Membership Meeting and New Members Oath Taking at the Marquis Event Place at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on April 25, 2025. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Bankers Association of the Philippines back Aguda for DICT post

TOAST TO FREEDOM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., with Mohammed Rida El Fassi, vice dean of the Diplomatic Corps, proposes a toast during the Independence Day Vin D' Honneur (wine of honor) for government officials and the diplomatic corps at the Malacañan Palace on June 12, 2025. PHOTOS BY YUMMIE DINGDING / PPA POOL

Telcos to Palace: Review proposed Konektadong Pinoy law

A demonstrator throws a tear gas canister back at law enforcement during clashes that erupted after authorities declared an unlawful assembly during the “No Kings” protest against the Trump administration in Los Angeles on June 14, 2025 on the day of Trump’s military parade in Washington, DC. Tens of thousands of protesters rallied nationwide Saturday against Donald Trump ahead of a huge military parade on the US president's 79th birthday -- as the killing of a Democratic lawmaker underscored the deep divisions in American politics. "No Kings" demonstrators took to the streets in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, Atlanta and hundreds of other cities across the United States to condemn what they call Trump's dictatorial overreach. (Photo by ETIENNE LAURENT / AFP)

Tens of thousands throng US streets against 'king' Trump

PHOTO FROM DOST PAGASA

Parts of PH will continue to be cloudy with scattered rains —Pagasa

Marlen V. Ronquillo

Midweek Comments

OBBB: Clear and present danger for PH remittances, broader economy

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

The Word on the World

Humanity lurches closer to global nuclear war

By Ricardo Saludo

Fr. Shay Cullen

Reflections

High Seas Treaty to protect Philippine seas

By Fr. Shay Cullen

Rough Trade

Chaos at every turn

Today's Front Page

RETURN TO SENDER

Welcome news on the health front

Effect of unnotarized deed of extrajudicial settlement of the estate

By Persida Acosta

Ariane Macalinga Borlongan

Language Speaks

Jose Rizal: Multilingual and a linguist

By Ariane Macalinga Borlongan

Asean+3 in a fragmenting world

By Hoe Ee Khor

Lloyd C. Bautista

Securitatem Populi

The need for a third force in 2028

By Lloyd C. Bautista

Agence France-Presse

Israel's attack on Iran tests Trump's promise not to be dragged into war

By Agence France-Presse

Teaching at the right level: Let's scale what works

By Jaton Zulueta

BUSINESS

By Kristine Joy Cardenas and Kathlene Joyce Ramones

Officials of Century Tuna, RLC Residences and Subic Bay Management Authority share a light moment while showcasing the IRONMAN 70.3 Subic souvenir bags during the press launch of the event on Saturday. From left are Sunrise Events, Inc. president and general manager Princess Galura; Carlo Endaya, vice president and general manager of Century Tuna and Vita Coco, RLC Residences marketing head and chief Integration officer Karen Cesario, and SBMA chief of staff Atty. Von Rodriguez. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

SPORTS

Test of will, grit as IRONMAN 70.3 Subic blasts off

A military parade commemorating the Army's 250th anniversary and coinciding with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday, Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Washington. AP PHOTO

WORLD

Military parade rolls through DC as protesters across US decry Trump

By Associated Press

Nicolas Cage in ‘Arcadian.’ PHOTOS FROM LIONSGATE PLAY

Popcorn, plots and 'pops': The ultimate Father's Day watchlist

Alphalux Recessed In-Ground Light Gu10

LIFESTYLE

Dad's Recommendation: Reliable Wilcon Depot Products for Every Home Project

Families stroll across Luneta in Manila, while a father spends quality time with his two daughters in Las Piñas City on June 14, 2025, ahead of Father's Day on June 15. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN AND MIKE ALQUINTO

June 14, 2025

SCHOOL SHOPPING RUSH
Shoppers rush to Divisoria in Manila and Cubao in Quezon City for last-minute shopping of school supplies on June 14, 2025, ahead of the school opening on June 16. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN AND JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

SCHOOL SHOPPING RUSH

June 14, 2025

SAFETY FIRST
A Health official performs first aid measures on a supposed victim of a road accident during a summit on road safety in Pasay City on June 14, 2025. Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa delivered a speech focusing on the DOH initiative to raise awareness and foster a culture of discipline and responsibility among pedestrians, motorists, and traffic authorities. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

June 14, 2025

Philippine National Police Chief Nicolas Torre III, together with National Police Commission Commissioner Rafael Calinisan, and PNP Press Corps President Mar Gabriel leads the opening ceremonies of the 3rd PNP Press Corps Invitational ShootFest at the Quezon City Police District Firing Range in Camp Karingal, Quezon City on June 13, 2025. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

June 13, 2025

Parents and teachers clean the classrooms during the last day of Brigada Eskwela, ahead of the opening of classes on June 16, 2025 at Rafael Palma Elementary School in Manila on June 14. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

SCHOOL PREPARATIONS

June 13, 2025

Department of Education (DepEd)

Nation

Classroom gap widens as school year begins

WITH 27 million students trooping to schools on Monday, the Department of Education (DepEd) continues to face the same old problems it has for so many years, but Education Secretary Sonny Angara acknowledged that it's going to be tough this year as the shortage of classrooms has swelled to 160,000. Angara said that many factors contribute to the continuing increase in the number of classrooms needed, including budget concerns, calamities and aging facilities, as well as the increasing population. If the government continues to fund the same number of classrooms every year, it would take

By Red Mendoza - June 15, 2025

PH activates crisis team as Israel, Iran trade fire

Health services aim to improve road safety

PH acquires 12 FA-50 jets

Sara returns from Malaysia

Detractor wonders what Roque is doing in Luxembourg

PH, New Zealand hold maritime talks

AI used to predict antibiotic resistance

Robin endorses Sara, Imee tandem for 2028

LTFRB-8 suspends transport company for deadly crash

REGADA FESTIVAL 2025 Colorful smoke emanates from a smoke machine installed in the middle of the crowd during a street party at the Julian Felipe Monument ground on June 14, 2025, as Cavite City launched Regada Water Festival honoring Saint John the Baptist. PHOTO BY DENNIS ABRINA

Cavite City kicks off Regada Fest 2025

CEBU CITY KALAYAAN JOB FAIR Jobseekers, clad in formal attire, line up for opportunities during the Kalayaan Job Fair held at SM Seaside City Cebu on June 12, 2025, in celebration of Independence Day. Hundreds participated in the event, with several applicants hired on the spot by local employers. PHOTO BY KAISER JAN FUENTE

200 applicants hired in CVisayas job fair

Securities and Exchange Commission

Sec baguio, nia-car ink deal to empower cordillera farmers

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham gives the thumbs up before a Leagues Cup soccer match Adam Grinwis, Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. AP PHOTO

David Beckham, Gary Oldman and others honored by King Charles III

By Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JUNE 14: Vance Boelter's roommate, who declined to give his name, speaks with a Minneapolis police officer outside his home on June 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Boelter a suspect in the shooting of two Democratic-Farmer-Labor lawmakers. DFL State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, were shot and killed this morning. DFL State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were also shot and hospitalized in a separate incident. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said during a press conference that the shooting "appears to be a politically motivated assassination." Stephen Maturen/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Stephen Maturen / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

US police hunt gunman who killed lawmaker, husband

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 14: A demonstrator is seen through tear gas smoke fired by the Los Angeles Sheriff Department during a march against U.S. President Donald Trump on June 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Hundreds of marches and protests against the Trump administration are happening across the United States today in opposition to the military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army taking place in Washington, DC, coinciding with President Trump's birthday. Apu Gomes/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Apu Gomes / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Balloons, bubbles, tear gas: LA anti-Trump protests turn chaotic

A demonstrator throws a tear gas canister back at law enforcement during clashes that erupted after authorities declared an unlawful assembly during the “No Kings” protest against the Trump administration in Los Angeles on June 14, 2025 on the day of Trump’s military parade in Washington, DC. Tens of thousands of protesters rallied nationwide Saturday against Donald Trump ahead of a huge military parade on the US president's 79th birthday -- as the killing of a Democratic lawmaker underscored the deep divisions in American politics. "No Kings" demonstrators took to the streets in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, Atlanta and hundreds of other cities across the United States to condemn what they call Trump's dictatorial overreach. (Photo by ETIENNE LAURENT / AFP)

Tens of thousands throng US streets against 'king' Trump

AIR INDIA TRAGEDY Wreckage showing the tail section of the Air India Boeing 787-8 is pictured in a residential area near the airport in Ahmedabad on June 14, 2025, after the aircraft operating as flight 171 crashed shortly after taking off on June 12. Investigators recovered a black box recorder on June 13 from the crash site of a London-bound passenger jet that plowed into a residential area of India’s Ahmedabad city. AFP PHOTO

India plane crash death toll rises to 279

MOURNING THE DEAD Children hold candles as they pray for the deceased killed in the June 12 Air India flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad, at an orphanage in Chennai on June 14, 2025. Investigators recovered a black box recorder on June 13 from the crash site of a London-bound passenger jet that plowed into a residential area of India’s Ahmedabad city, killing at least 265 people on board and on the ground. AFP PHOTO

Survival and loss in Air India plane disaster

MYANMAR JUNTA LEADER Military junta chief Min Aung Hlaing in this file photo leaves Red Square after the Victory Day military parade in central Moscow on May 9, 2025. Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. AFP PHOTO

Over 600 flee as Myanmar junta fights rebel forces

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Top Business

US consumer sentiment improves

WASHINGTON, D.C. — US consumer sentiment improved for the first time in six months in June as trade tensions between the United States and China eased, but households worried about the economy's trajectory. The rise in sentiment reported by the University of Michigan's Surveys of Consumers on Friday was, however, overshadowed by Israel's missile strikes against Iran, which boosted oil prices to multi-month highs and weighed on global stock markets. Though consumers' inflation expectations also improved this month, higher oil prices are likely to translate into pain at

By Reuters - June 15, 2025

How delayed financial planning drains your wealth

Google, Scale AI plan to split after Meta deal

Sunday Business & It

Nature-based solutions are still misunderstood

Sunday Business & It

Pivoting toward AI-powered, job-ready education: challenges and prospects

Sunday Business & It

Growth from AI, data challenges persist– Adobe study

Sunday Business & It

AWS boosts foundational AI startups

Sunday Business & It

Cybercriminal group targets financial platforms

Anker compact, high-powered chargers

Sunday Business & It

Reimagining data access: Why synthetic data matters now

Minimum wage earners can now buy P20/kilo rice

Uncertainty affecting growth prospects – IMF

Removal from EU watchlist to benefit PH, says Moody's

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander AFP PHOTO

Sports

The road to MVP

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wasn't named the NBA's Most Valuable Player for nothing. With their backs against the wall and facing a 3-1 deficit in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder had to rely on their MVP to pull one out of the fire and change the dynamic of this series. With the Indiana Pacers in control for most of the game and a 87-80 lead going into the fourth quarter, Shai scored nine straight points to secure the first Thunder lead (104-103) in the second half with over two minutes remaining. The Thunder never trailed after that. A true MVP, Shai put his team

By Raffy Ledesma - June 15, 2025

Nowhere to go but up for Alas in FIVB rankings

Thunder rally to beat Pacers, level series

Obiena looks to regain mojo in Stockholm

SMB, Ginebragun for QF bonus

Rybakina dumped out of Queen's by qualifier

Smith homers as rangers tame sox

Messi, Inter Miami brace for tough Club World Cup

OKC Thunder break NBA 'total points' record

Boardroom Watch

Kenn did it better

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Stock indices as of June 11, 2025

Marina officials led by Deputy Administrator for Operations Nannette Villamor-Dinopol with the World Bank Group during the launch in Manila. PHOTO FROM MARINA

Marina, World Bank launch ferry decarbonization plan

Hans Sy speaks at the 8th Session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GP2025), organized by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and co-chaired by the Government of Switzerland. PHOTO FROM ANTOINE TARDY FOR THE UNDRR.

SM Prime's Hans Sy champions private sector leadership in disaster resilience at UNDRR Global Platform 2025

DETERMINED TO SUCCEED SM scholar Rica Marbebe did not allow financial hardship to stand in the way of her aspirations. Her dedication and perseverance earned her a top 5 spot in the May 2025 CPA licensure examination. PHOTO FROM SM FOUNDATION

SM Foundation scholar among CPALE's best, ranks 5th nationwide

BONDING TOGETHER Families spend Sunday afternoon at the Manila Bay Dolomite Beach to celebrate Father’s Day last June 18, 2023. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Honoring the dedication, love, sacrifice of dads this Father's Day

FEAST FOR THE FAMILY Spend a day with dad through a feast, a common way to bond and celebrate with the family. PHOTO FROM SHERATON MANILA

Honoring the dedication, love, sacrifice of dads this Father's Day

FOSTERING INCLUSIVITY MHR’s participation reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusivity and cultural understanding in the hospitality sector. PHOTO FROM MHR

Tmt Newswire

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts champion Muslim-friendly travel

MEGAWORLD Hotels & Resorts (MHR), the Philippines' largest hotel operator, will join the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo (PHTTE) from June 18 to 20 at SMX Convention Center in Davao City. "Participating in events like PHTTE allows us to better serve our Muslim guests while showcasing our commitment to inclusivity," said Cleofe Albiso, MHR managing director. "Championing Muslim tourism is part of our Sampaguita brand of service and identity as a Filipino hospitality brand." With the theme "Showcasing diverse Halal, Halal-ready and friendly markets of all regions to the

CIAC inks MOU with sustainable river park developer

The Westin Manila launches Green Mondays with Naked Foods

Converge named finalist for NPC's Privacy Initiative of the Year Award

Eugene Acevedo, Media Wise Communications win 2025 Gold Quill Awards

Skechers AERO series opens new chapter of technical running innovation

Veteran journalist Johnny Dayang honored in 40th day memorial Mass

Okada Manila wins CSR of the Year at 2025 Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific

John Hay Hotels, Mountain Man promote indigenous flavors and culture in Baguio

CHR, DMW ink agreement for migrant workers protection

Adapt or die: How AI, agents, automation rewire marketing with early adopters winning

CHR issues statements on HOR CHR Charter Bill, World Day vs child labor

Cebuana Lhuillier powers Card Inc. money transfer services

Students at Araullo High School Manila. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Campus Press

Senior high school in transition

By The Manila Times

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Bulacan State University students win top prizes in China tech contest

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Benilde grad lands job in France

Green Industries

3 PH islands prove zero waste works

By Leander C. Domingo

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Applying bamboo to sustainable social housing construction

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ADB's $400-M loan to boost Philippine marine ecosystems

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Krishnah Gravidez returns to the Philippines as Miss World Asia 2025

By Iza Iglesias - June 14, 2025

Love, harmony and high notes

Noli de Castro, Charo Santos make radio comeback

A cynic sandwich meets a baby dragon

ABS-CBN's iWantTFC brings 8th Eddys to global viewers

Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault

Gladys Reyes finds her heart in a musical

Raymond Francisco, Cecile Bravo and Cielo Reboredo

Manila International Fashion Week 2025 unites global fashion forces at Okada Manila

By Becky Garcia - June 14, 2025

All-out for his special day

Tech gifts for working dads

The collagen brand Bb. Pilipinas queens trust

Style and self-care for dads

A joyous celebration of life and friendship

Zeiss Smile pro eye surgery debuts in the Philippines via Fatima Medical Center

The Sunday Times Magazine

Exploring fatherhood in a dark, twisted tale

June 15, 2025

Ginebra San Miguel leads World Gin Day 2025 celebration in PH

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Steaks, burgers and grilled delights for dads

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A cake for coffee-loving pops

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The unscripted rise of JC 'Naisou' Rezabek

The Manila Times CSI

The Department of Migrant Workers sent off 218 Filipino health workers bound for Japan under the Philippine-Japan Economic Partnership on June 4, 2025. PHOTO FROM DMW/FACEBOOK

Expats & Diplomats

218 Filipino health workers leave to work in Japan

By Aric John Sy Cua - June 9, 2025

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of June 11, 2025

Lamborghini’s latest hybrid supercar sprints from zero-100 kph in just 2.7 seconds.
PHOTOS FROM LAMBORGHINI

Fast Times

Lamborghini Temerario unleashed

Marina officials led by Deputy Administrator for Operations Nannette Villamor-Dinopol with the World Bank Group during the launch in Manila. PHOTO FROM MARINA

Maritime

Marina, World Bank launch ferry decarbonization plan

By Genivi Verdejo - June 11, 2025

The Schneider Electric HQ in Singapore.
PHOTO FROM SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC PHILIPPINES

Build & Design

Decarbonizing brown buildings for a greener tomorrow

By Michele T. Logarta - June 10, 2025

Green Industries

3 PH islands prove zero waste works

By Leander C. Domingo - June 14, 2025

Students at Araullo High School Manila. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Campus Press

Senior high school in transition

By The Manila Times - June 12, 2025

Boardroom Watch

Kenn did it better

By T. Aviles - June 13, 2025

Fish farmers witness a demonstration of an artificial intelligence-assisted fish feeder at the International Institute of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences of Universiti Putra Malaysia in Selangor, Malaysia. SEARCA PHOTO

Agribusiness

AI-assisted fish feeder cuts labor, waste

By Leander C. Domingo - June 12, 2025