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PH posts strongest PISA performance, eyes further learning gains
Daemien Arkin Batacan The Philippines recorded its strongest performance yet in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), posting improved scores in reading, mathematics and science as the country seeks
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Sports17 hours ago
Eala outduels Taiwanese foe to secure Asian Games podium finish
Alessandra Gwen Santos Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala channeled every might to fend off a gritty opening set challenge against Chinese Taipei’s Joanna Garland in a hard-fought 7–5, 6–0 victory
Features and Lifestyle17 hours ago
The hardest part of studying might be finding the right place to actually do it
Mikaela Dela Cruz & Mayzelle Amerie Rafiñan The perfect study space probably does not exist. But during hell week, students will search for it anyway. A café becomes a desk.
NewsYesterday
Trillanes warns security threat as AMLC confirms P319M Chinese remittances to VP Duterte
James TiozonFormer Senator Antonio “Sonny” Trillanes IV warned that verified foreign remittances flowing from China into a corporation tied to Vice President Sara Duterte constitute a “clear national security issue”

Columns3 days ago
There is no right way to be a woman
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NewsYesterday
Trillanes warns security threat as AMLC confirms P319M Chinese remittances to VP Duterte
James TiozonFormer Senator Antonio “Sonny” Trillanes IV warned that verified foreign remittances flowing from China into a corporation tied to Vice President Sara Duterte constitute a “clear national security issue”
News3 days ago
DepEd, hospital launch learning program for children under medical care
Adi Joaquim Tolentino Children with long-term health conditions can now continue their education while receiving medical treatment at the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) through the Department of Education’s (DepEd)
News3 days ago
Philippines loses ₱2.75T as investors wait for political stability — Gatchalian
Sam Benedicto The Philippines has taken an estimated P2.75 trillion in losses from the second quarter of 2025 to the second quarter of 2026, largely by issues Senate President Sherwin

News17 hours ago
PH posts strongest PISA performance, eyes further learning gains
Daemien Arkin Batacan The Philippines recorded its strongest performance yet in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), posting improved scores in reading, mathematics and science as the country seeks
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News1 week ago
PH tops Asia in environmentalist killings for 13th year, ranks 3rd globally

News1 week ago
Senado, inalis ang fixed 16-vote threshold; bagong formula, ipatutupad sa VP trial

Features and LifestyleYesterday
How a defining hit never defined Lola Amour

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Death by a thousand fees: the realities of online selling

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Exploitation encased in education

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EXPLAINERS6 hours ago
How accessible are public libraries in Metro Manila?
About one in every two public libraries in Metro Manila is closed or inactive. A public library is a library open to people in a community that receives support from
Fact check17 hours ago
FACT: Rovelyn Baterbonia sells a P2000 worth Rene picture book
Leean Alejo In a post circulating online, it was claimed that Rovelyn Baterbonia was selling a picture book of her son, Rene Baterbonia, for P2,000. This comes amidst other merchandise
Fact check17 hours ago
MISLEADING: President Marcos distributed “chichirya” in feeding program
Kristine Claire Edaga A social media post claims that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. distributed “chichirya” to students during his visit to a school-based feeding program in Sta. Barbara, Pangasinan

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Columns3 days ago
There is no right way to be a woman
Gweneth PabloUntil when will women have to prove themselves competent enough for a spot in a male-dominated field like politics? This isn’t the 1900s anymore. Women can finally break free
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Columns3 weeks ago
Not every threat sounds like one
Gweneth PabloEver since the impeachment trial began, there has almost always been a spectacle that shifts attention away from the articles under scrutiny and toward matters seemingly unrelated to the
Columns3 weeks ago
Rain does its job. Do we?
Like an automatic failsafe that activates with any hint of danger, Filipinos have gotten so used to a cycle of outrage over unrelenting floods and bombarding disasters that we often
Columns3 weeks ago
Wake Cebuanos up when September ends
We really wanted to wake up to clean air and light, but trapped between a poisonous sky and a darkened room, all that’s left is to close our eyes and

Columns3 weeks ago
Tapping into privilege
What does the way you pay say about you? For some, it is simply a matter of convenience. For others, a tap of a phone or card has slowly become
Columns1 month ago
Reaching out to a broken system
We have become increasingly fluent in the language of suicide prevention every September. Talks about speaking up fill our social media platforms, accompanied by reminders that those who no longer
Columns1 month ago
Hero-sponder
Hindi nakasuot ng Barong Tagalog o may dalang espada ang mga tunay na bayani sa kasalukuyan. Sa halip, nakasuot sila ng mabibigat na bota, helmet, at high-visibility vests. Ngunit madalas

Fact Check

Fact check17 hours ago
FACT: Rovelyn Baterbonia sells a P2000 worth Rene picture book
Fact check17 hours ago
MISLEADING: President Marcos distributed “chichirya” in feeding program
Fact check1 week ago
FALSE: Rodrigo Duterte returned to Davao
Fact check1 week ago
FALSE: Rovelyn Baterbonia requiring P25K as talent fee

Explainers

EXPLAINERS6 hours ago
How accessible are public libraries in Metro Manila?
About one in every two public libraries in Metro Manila is closed or inactive. A public library is a library open to people in a community that receives support from
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EXPLAINERS17 hours ago
Rocky waters into strained ties
Leean Alejo With the ongoing disputes regarding the West Philippine Sea and racial remarks between the Philippines and China, their relationship remains complicated. However, before issues such as maritime confrontations
EXPLAINERS6 days ago
Death by a thousand fees: the realities of online selling
Jerome Tan At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, online selling platforms were seen as the antidote to the lockdown-induced collapse in consumer purchases, offering a space for all businesses,
EXPLAINERS1 week ago
May pasobra sa kulungan dahil special ka?
Hanggang ngayon, talamak pa rin ang siksikan ng mga preso sa Pilipinas. Kahit na bumuti ito kung ikukumpara sa huling walong taon, nanatili itong problema sa sistema na lumalabag sa
EXPLAINERS2 weeks ago
When oppression fuels the art of expression
“Defend Press Freedom” is a phrase often seen in certain rallies and may sound irrelevant to many, especially when information today appears readily accessible. What happens nowadays can be received
EXPLAINERS2 weeks ago
Negative remarks can tear families apart
Gatherings are meant to be enjoyable and filled with memorable moments among families, friends, and peers. Oftentimes, these gatherings are held during events or holidays such as birthdays, Christmas, and
EXPLAINERS2 weeks ago
Nasaan na ba tayo sa impeachment ni VP Sara?
Tatsulok ang kapangyarihan, lalo na sa pulitika. At kung naka-angat na si Vice President (VP) Sara Duterte, nasa laylayan naman ngayon ang hustisya. Sa lumipas na 23 na araw ng

EXPLAINERS1 month ago
Not your typical regional government

Science and Technology

Science and Technology2 days ago
Ngayong araw, ipinagdiriwang ang itinuturing na “kaarawan” ng mga hayop sa daigdig
Espencer Estiandan Hindi naman talaga literal na kaarawan ng lahat ng hayop ang World Animal Day, sapagkat bawat araw ay mayroong mga hayop na isinisilang. Ngunit higit pa rito, ang
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The New Face of Acne: Experts explain the science behind viral pimple patches

On this date, the Sun proposes to the Earth yet again

May kakaiba sa pugitang ito—at patuloy pa itong pinag-aaralan ng mga siyentipiko

When fitness becomes ‘mainstream,' progress becomes unstoppable

Features and Lifestyle

Features and Lifestyle17 hours ago
The hardest part of studying might be finding the right place to actually do it
Mikaela Dela Cruz & Mayzelle Amerie Rafiñan The perfect study space probably does not exist. But during hell week, students will search for it anyway. A café becomes a desk.
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Features and LifestyleYesterday
How a defining hit never defined Lola Amour
“So I’ll be waiting in Manila kahit ‘di ka na babalik.” Did everyone come back to Lola Amour after the third anniversary of their hit Raining in Manila? All it
Features and LifestyleYesterday
Kaya mo naman pala. Pero ba’t pagdating sa akin, hindi mo magawa?
John Luis SorianoAkala ko nung una, ganiyan ka lang talaga. Akala ko, ipinanganak kang may batong dibdib at malamig na kamay. Akala ko, sadyang wala sa bokabularyo mo ang mag-alay
Features and LifestyleYesterday
Here’s a peek into the cliche yet memorable scenes we see every Filipino Teacher’s Day
“Ayan na si Ma’am! Magtago na kayo!” “Nasaan na ’yong cake?” “Bilisan niyo, baka makita ni ma’am!” “May tape ba kayo?” “Guys, ready na ba lahat?" These are the words
Features and Lifestyle3 days ago
Why modern K-dramas don't feel as magical as before
Sophia Musad & Zyle Salazar “Just one more episode then I’ll take a rest.” Those famous last words — a little white lie. Beneath the soft blanket curled around them,
Features and Lifestyle3 days ago
To live for the hope of it all
Mikaela Dela CruzSome people become a part of our lives long before we realize they are only passing through. At first, she was simply someone I happened to talk to.
Features and Lifestyle4 days ago
Our cities don't need cooler rooms, they need warmer and greener third spaces
Some thoughts live in our minds rent-free—like a luxury not shared by the very physical spaces we need to think about. They stay with us during solitary walks or while

Features and Lifestyle1 week ago
Problemang pa-UP Ikot-ikot: How the UP Ikot represents deeper systemic issues

Sports

Sports1 month ago
Alas caps U17 Worlds debut with historic 15th-place finish
Sports1 month ago
Alas comeback bid falls short vs Venezuela in U17 Worlds classification

Sports17 hours ago
Eala outduels Taiwanese foe to secure Asian Games podium finish
Alessandra Gwen Santos Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala channeled every might to fend off a gritty opening set challenge against Chinese Taipei’s Joanna Garland in a hard-fought 7–5, 6–0 victory
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Gilas Women 3x3 settles for silver vs Japan in finals

Carlos Yulo delivers PH’s second gold in 2026 Asian Games

Asiad: Alvarez’s gold bid ends in semis, secures bronze

Nakamura, Gunma pull away in OT vs Levanga, finish B.League stint 2–0

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EXPLAINERS6 hours ago
How accessible are public libraries in Metro Manila?
Fact check17 hours ago
FACT: Rovelyn Baterbonia sells a P2000 worth Rene picture book
Fact check17 hours ago
MISLEADING: President Marcos distributed “chichirya” in feeding program
News17 hours ago
PH posts strongest PISA performance, eyes further learning gains
Sports17 hours ago
Eala outduels Taiwanese foe to secure Asian Games podium finish
EXPLAINERS17 hours ago
Rocky waters into strained ties

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Cartoons1 month ago

Badyet ay pataasin, NPU Bill ay sunugin

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Uprooted from the soil they called home.

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Who really benefits in this giveaway?

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Working to Survive

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Hypocrisy at its finest.

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Share Your Care: Project CAREVenture 2026 | Hataw PUP

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ANINAG Terno Exhibit to Launch at UP Diliman

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Navigating a fractured world: Global Town Hall 2026 to examine Palestinian statehood

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Navigating a fractured world: Global Town Hall 2026 to examine Palestinian statehood

Partnerships3 weeks ago

Philippine debate tournaments and beyond

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