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DUTERTE YEAR 2

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Duterte defends friendship with China

After setting aside a landmark ruling of a United Nations-backed tribunal on the disputed South China Sea, President Rodrigo Duterte justified... Read more

Duterte starts SONA with speech staples: Drugs, corruption

President Rodrigo Duterte at his State of the Nation Address on Monday again took aim at two of his favorite targets: drugs and corruption. Read more

Opposition groups join forces to condemn Duterte, admin’s policies

Thousands of individuals from various sectors and political forces united to confront President Rodrigo Duterte and his administration’s... Read more

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Duterte pledges enactment of Bangsamoro bill after House deferment

Headlines

House leadership showdown delays Duterte's constitutionally mandated SONA

AS IT HAPPENS

34 minutes ago - House now conducting a roll call of attendance amid reports that members of the lower chamber have stayed behind to elect a new leader.

1 hour ago - Duterte concludes his third State of the Nation Address which lasted for less than an hour, his shortest so far. His first SONA speech lasted for one hour an...

5 hours ago - The Palace says it is unfortunate that the Bangsamoro Organic Law, which the Senate ratified earlier Monday, has yet to be ratified by the House of Representati...

9 hours ago - Tropical Depression Josie is now outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility. It has maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour near the center and ...

11 hours ago - US District Judge Dana Sabraw appeared conflicted in early May on whether to stop families from being separated at the border. He challenged the Trump administr...

11 hours ago - Over the past two decades, Tom Cruise has produced, starred in and performed in the most mind-blowing stunts in the Mission: Impossible films, a global cultural...

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Alvarez holds on to speakership

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Compton, Aces look forward to topping loaded Beermen soon

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Balkman seeks perfect ending to PBA comeback with title for SMB

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Designer creations, political statements dominate SONA 2018 red carpet

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Drug war, fighting criminality Duterte's top achievement — Pulse Asia

President Rodrigo Duterte's campaign against the illegal drug trade is his most important accomplishment so far, according...

Headlines

3 hours ago

ARMM military discuss peace issues with UN security experts

Security experts from the United Nations discussed in a meeting over the weekend peace issues with Army officials in the forefront...

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3 hours ago

Davao del Sur solon flaunts tribal garb in support of BBL

A lawmaker from Davao del Sur dedicated her tribe-inspired outfit for President Rodrigo Duterte's third State of the Nation...

Lifestyle

4 hours ago

Northern Luzon Command troops sent to assist in flooded areas

Soldiers from Central and Northern Luzon have been sent to help victims of flooding in provinces north of Manila.

Nation

COLUMNISTS

Cha-cha: More chances for dynasts to steal

by: Jarius Bondoc

The draft federal constitution does not abolish political dynasties....

Opening salvo on Rody’s year 3

by: Marichu A. Villanueva

Disclosure: We have been invited to appear in today’s “Agenda”...

Take two from One Up

by: Ricky Lo

Has a comebacking young actor acquired a bad habit Down Under?...

Raring to do more

by: Boo Chanco

Two foreign financial analysts invited by Citibank’s Philippine...

The Art of War vs. The Art of the Deal

by: Wilson Sy

As the US and China are locked in a trade war, investors and businessmen...

The 2018 Ateneo Art Awards welcomes new beginnings

by: Arianna Mercado

This year, Ateneo Art Awards introduces exciting new changes and...

Supporting our entrepreneurs through mentorship and ease of doing business

by: Joey Concepcion

In continuing our advocacy to help micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs,...

President Duterte’s ultimate vision for the Philippines

by: Babe Romualdez

When President Duterte ordered the Boracay closure, many were...

Outstanding Filipino children’s books

by: Elfren S. Cruz

The Philippine Board on Books for Young People and the National...

What makes a good shepherd?

by: Francis Alvarez S.J.

There is a verse in our Gospel today that gives us an interesting...

Beautiful inside out

by: Ricky Lo

There was a time when both Hollywood and local actors were, well,...

‘Dinasal, Exalted Butter eat iba pa!’

by: Joey de Leon

EAT days este, EIGHT days before the BIG DAY na nga......

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Headlines Alvarez holds on to speakership 13 minutes ago Duterte defends friendship with China Opposition groups join forces to condemn Duterte, admin’s policies More Headlines News	Opinion EDITORIAL - Into the third year 19 hours ago Cha-cha: More chances for dynasts to steal Midterm crisis More Opinion News	Nation ARMM military discuss peace issues with UN security experts 3 hours ago Northern Luzon Command troops sent to assist in flooded areas 'Josie' leaves PAR, but rains to prevail More Nation News
World Toronto police say 9 people shot, shooter dead 7 hours ago Germany to take in 8 Syrian 'White Helmets,' families Ailing auto CEO Marchionne had multiple roles, no script More World News	Business Private sector economists hike inflation forecasts foreasts 19 hours ago BSP to implement changes in term deposit auction Wait and see stance seen this week More Business News	Sports Compton, Aces look forward to topping loaded Beermen soon 34 minutes ago Balkman seeks perfect ending to PBA comeback with title for SMB Khan wants Pacquiao: 'Sometimes friends have to fight' More Sports News
Entertainment Sharon Cuneta hailed as 'History Maker' for 2018 5 hours ago Meg Imperial cries foul for being dragged into Chiong sisters' issue SONA director Joyce Bernal dedicates work to poor Pinoys More Entertainment News	Lifestyle Designer creations, political statements dominate SONA 2018 red carpet 2 hours ago Davao del Sur solon flaunts tribal garb in support of BBL IN PHOTOS: Senate session pre-SONA fashion More Lifestyle News	Sponsored Top attractions for the little learners, thrill seekers at Ocean Park Hong Kong 8 hours ago Voyager breaks the digital divide Questions you should be asking your Financial Advisor

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I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. — Psalm 34:4

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