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2 Filipino men held over killings of 2 Japanese in Manila
Japan Today
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August 18, 2025
Manila police said Monday they brought two Filipino suspects into custody over the deadly shooting last week of two Japanese in the Philippine capital. The police identified the victims as Akinobu Nakayama of Shizuoka Prefecture and Hideaki Satori...
Young artist Mateo revives the kundiman — and gains a million fans
Inquirer
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August 19, 2025
Singer-songwriter Mateo must be on to something good to have over 1.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify — with just four singles. It gets more intriguing to discover that these tracks are unlike mainstream or even alternative contemporary...
‘Art should not be hidden away’
Philippine STAR
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August 18, 2025
August 19, 2025 | 12:00am Thus declared Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Deputy Governor Berna Romulo-Puyat at the unveiling of Kultura. Kapital. Kasalukuyan: Contemporary Art from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Collection at the National...
MGallery Collection Unveils New Flagship Luxury Resort in Bohol, Philippines
Breaking Travel News
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August 18, 2025
MGallery Collection, famed for its luxury boutique hotels, announces the opening of its newest property in the Philippines, South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao – MGallery Collection, joining Admiral Hotel Manila – MGallery Collection. A refined...
Arthaland acquires Cebu properties worth P2.5 billion
Philstar
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August 18, 2025
Richmond Mercurio - The Philippine Star August 19, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Listed real estate developer Arthaland Corp. has acquired P2.5 billion worth of properties in Cebu to support its continuing expansion. In a stock exchange...
The strategic value of Filipino migrant workers
The Manila Times
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August 18, 2025
WRITING in the plane on my way back from Hong Kong after doing volunteer work for our Filipino domestic helpers, my heart is overwhelmed with mixed feelings. One is of admiration for the strength of these Filipinos who toil night and day in...
Georgia recognized in PropertyGuru 13th Philippines Property Awards
Panay News
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August 18, 2025
VISTA Land & Lifescapes, Inc., the Philippines’ leading integrated property developer, was recognized in the recently concluded PropertyGuru 13th Philippine Property Awards. In collaboration with co-presenter Kohler and Pacific Paints (Boysen)...
Elevate Your Office: Buy a Reception Desk Online in Manila
The Clinton Courier - Mississippi
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August 18, 2025
In nowadays fast-paced international, retaining a prepared home is vital for each productiveness and peace of thoughts. Whether you live in a spacious home or a compact rental, finding realistic and elegant techniques to save your belongings is...
Celebrating 69 years of Phil-Japan friendship through fashion
Philippine STAR
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August 18, 2025
August 19, 2025 | 12:00am The Philippine Organizing Committee (POC) for Expo 2025 Osaka hosted Woven: Philippine Diplomatic Night of Fashion and Music at the Conrad Osaka. This was a cultural celebration marking the 69th year of diplomatic...
Australia and Philippines launch Alon 25 largest joint force projection near the South China Sea
Defense News Security News Army Recognition
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On August 15, 2025, one of Australia’s largest overseas military exercises began in the Philippines. Called “Exercise Alon 25,” the training will run until August 29 on the islands of Palawan and Luzon and brings together more than 3,600 personnel...
Manila Water expands sewer service to over 311,000 connections
Inquirer
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August 19, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Water continues to strengthen its commitment to environmental sustainability and public health through expanded sewerage coverage and intensified sanitation services across the East Zone. As of June 2025, Manila Water...
Philippine Coast Guard considers Indian-made offshore patrol vessels to expand presence in South China Sea
Defense News Security News Army Recognition
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According to The Defenstar on August 17, 2025, the Philippines is evaluating the option of locally producing the Indian-designed Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) for the Philippine Coast Guard. The NGOPV is a class of patrol ships...
K-pop star D.O. is a ray of sunshine for Filipino fans
Philstar
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August 18, 2025
Anna Barlam - The Philippine Star August 19, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Despite the gloomy weather in Manila, K-pop idol D.O. of powerhouse boy group EXO became a ray of sunshine for Filipino fans through his “DO it!” Asia tour on...
KONE rises up to challenge in Philippines green city initiatives
Philstar
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August 18, 2025
Marco Luis Beech - The Philippine Star August 19, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Finnish elevator and escalator company KONE is ramping up its role in the country’s green city projects, aligning its modernization and energy efficient...
Manipur’s Lukanand Kshetrimayum to Debut in Historical Film Birangana Xaadhani
Ukhrul Times
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August 18, 2025
Imphal, Aug 18: Mister International India 2019 and Mister International 2022 titleholder, Lukanand Kshetrimayum from Manipur, is all set to make his first acting debut in the upcoming Birangana Xaadhani, a historical feature film by National...
Philippines proposes another large increase in defence spending
Janes
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The Philippines signed in June a contract to procure an additional 12 FA-50PH light combat aircraft from South Korea. (KAI) The Philippine government has proposed a 2026 defence budget of PHP299.3 billion (USD5.2 billion), the third successive...
Prestigious Camden International Film Festival To Showcase Almost Three Dozen U.S., North American & World Premieres, Many With Oscar Ambitions
Deadline
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August 18, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: Some of the greatest documentary talents in the world will be descending on coastal Maine for the 21st edition of the Camden International Film Festival. CIFF announced its lineup today ahead of the event running September 11-14, a...
TarabA new podcast series on the Middle East's music scene
The National News
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Tarab is a new weekly music podcast hosted by The National’s Saeed Saeed that takes you inside the Middle East’s music scene. The first season brings you conversations with some of the region’s most captivating voices, from genre-defying...
PCG tells China: 'Common sense' rules out smaller Philippine ship causing vessel crash
Philippine STAR
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August 18, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — A Philippine patrol ship less than half the size of the two Chinese vessels pursuing it could not have triggered their collision near Scarborough Shoal last week, a Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson said, calling Beijing’s...
WATCH: The Manila Times Newscast | August 18, 2025
The Manila Times
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August 18, 2025
Good day. Welcome to The Manila Times where we bring you stories that shape our world. Today is August 18th. Our top story. President Marcos has ordered the reorganization of the Economy and Development Council. Through an administrative order,...