Friday - Dec 19, 2025
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Weather Forecast as of 6 AM
Manila City 26°C (broken clouds) There will be partly cloudy today
Baguio City 18°C (overcast clouds) There will be partly cloudy today
Cebu City 27°C (broken clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Davao City 26°C (light rain) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Puerto Princesa 27°C (light rain) There will be rain today
City of Naga 25°C (broken clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Tuguegarao 24°C (overcast clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Source: OpenWeather
Manila City 26°C (broken clouds) There will be partly cloudy today
Baguio City 18°C (overcast clouds) There will be partly cloudy today
Cebu City 27°C (broken clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Davao City 26°C (light rain) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Puerto Princesa 27°C (light rain) There will be rain today
City of Naga 25°C (broken clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Tuguegarao 24°C (overcast clouds) Expect a day of partly cloudy with rain
Source: OpenWeather
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On This Day in Philippine History
- 1899 - American General Henry Ware Lawton is killed in the Battle of San Mateo.
- 1941 - President Manuel L. Quezon and his War Cabinet move to Corregidor Island.
- 1980 - The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) is created by virtue of Executive Order No. 603.
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Entertainment
- Maskipaps: The Crossover 2025 takes over UP Diliman
- Rhian Ramos at Sam Versoza, nag-unfollow sa isa't isa sa Instagram
- Magellan luhaan sa Oscars
- Okada Manila: A Complete Destination in the Heart of the City
- Jed Madela sympathizes with co-awardee Zsa Zsa Padillaâs decision to return Aliw Award
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- Holly jolly days await at ibis Styles Manila with stylish stays & festive, flavorful offers
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- Vhong Navarro nagpasalamat sa bagong network
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- Sam Versoza and Rhian Ramos spark breakup rumors after Instagram unfollow
- Catriona Gray may hugot sa nawalang relasyon
- Jollibee makes Christmas season more joyful with âBuo ang Saya ng Paskoâ campaign as Simbang Gabi begins
- Ely Buendia, juan karlos, Cup of Joe, Morissette, Sofronio Vasquez to lead Makati's New Year's Eve countdown
- SunStar wins 2 GMEA awards
- Aleck Bovick tells Coco Martin: âThank you kasi ang laki ng tulong mo sa akinâ
- 5 Rob Reiner films that rocked, romanced, and riveted
- A hopeful 2026 for Cebu: NUSTAR set to welcome the New year with 'Carnaval de Luz'
- Some big shoes to fill for this budding love team
- Richard Quan reveals why first scene with Coco Martin is among his memorable Mauro moments in âFPJâs Batang Quiapoâ
- Dustin Yu âdi susukuan si Bianca de Vera
- Why Vice Ganda speaks up on politics, rejects public office
Crime & Justice
- 17 pulis na nag-inuman sa isang police station sa Eastern Samar, inalis sa puwesto
- DepEd vows âswiftâ probe vs teacher who allegedly forced student to eat cockroach
- Former DPWH undersecretary Cabral found dead after reported fall from Kennon Road just days after missing ICI hearing
- Marcos: Arrest warrants out for Sarah Discaya, 9 others over Davao Occidental flood project
- Anak ng Hollywood direktor tinodas ang mga magulang
- Aso, patay nang ilang beses paluin sa ulo ng isang lalaki sa Cebu
- Ex-DPWH Usec. Cabral na dawit sa flood control issue, natagpuang walang malay at unresponsive sa Kennon Road
- Alleged Sara bagman seeks help from NBI ,
- Sarah Discaya arrested over P96-M ghost project in Davao Occidental
- DepEd probes alleged child abuse by teacher in Tondo, reiterates zero tolerance
- P150,000 reward offered as authorities still find no leads in missing brideâs case
- NLEX deploys more security after slingshot rocks hit buses at Balagtas exit
- Epstein accomplice Ghislane Maxwell sues for prison release
- P2.3 million worth of 'shabu,' gun seized in Cavite, Rizal
- 28-year-old man shot dead along V. Rama Avenue; 2 suspects identified
- Authorities probe Davao hotel where Bondi beach shooters stayed
- Alleged Bondi gunmen holed up in hotel during their stay in Philippines
- Ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral found dead in Benguet
- 3 suspects in credit card fraud arrested at Caticlan Airport
- Rob Reiner's son appears in court over parents' murder
- Lawyer: Sara Duterte twice tried to stop aideâs testimony
- Lisensya ng driver na nambatok ng magkakariton, revoked na
- Benguet police, kinumpirmang patay na si ex-DPWH Usec. Cabral
- Drug war victims' counsel asks ICC to rule on Duterte's fitness to stand trial
Environment
- Japan faces lawsuit over 'unconstitutional' climate inaction
- Cebu City rolls out free electric buses to ease holiday transport woes
- Fostering resilient, nature-rich communities
- Hydrogen plays part in global warming: study
Health
- Strict vaping bans linked to high cigarette use, global study finds
- RESULTS: December 2025 Dental Technologists Computer-Based Licensure Examination
- Janica Nam Floresca rushed back to hospital due to excessive bleeding
- Andrea Brillantes nagkasakit na naman
- Eddie Gutierrez shows signs of improvement
- Barbie Imperial hospitalized, shares mental health reminders: âAlways be kindâ
- PCA launches mobile health services in Lamitan
- Flu-like illness cases go up as colder weather sets in
Science & Technology
World News
- Cambodia says Thai military bombs Poipet casino hub on border
- UN says over 1,000 civilians killed in Sudan's Darfur as US, others urge ceasefire
- US bet bahain ng seafoods ang PH
- AFP vows continued protection for fishers after Escoda Shoal incident
- Cebu Wealth, Holiday Traffic, Free Bus Rides & Power Advisory
- Free bus ride molibot sa Cebu City
- Thailand-Cambodia conflict: Over 300 OFWs affected
- Military says 'no evidence of terrorist training' by Bondi Beach shooters in PH
- Customs starts 'free' delivery of 130,000 balikbayan boxes to families of OFWs
- Thailand strikes building in Cambodiaâs border casino hub
- Word of the Day for December 18, 2025: remittance
Human Interest
- 90% na ang nakadawat og Noche Buena sa Mandaue City
- Noche Buena must-haves for this year's celebration
- Feng Shui Predictions ni Master Hanz Cua para sa Disyembre 18, 2025
- Kokoy de Santos talks about growing up with an OFW father: âThanks to social media updated siya!â
- 14 ka pamilya ang unang batch nga makabalhin sa Pasilong Paradise
- 'Joyful Hearts: A Christmas Gathering' brings holiday cheer to children at Soong dumpsite
- Diwa sa Pasko natagamtaman sa kabataan sa Soong Dumpsite
- FEATURING TATAY BONG AND NANAY BABY
- Fatima Bosch returns to Mexico without fanfare
- Distribution of âGugma sa Paskoâ Noche Buena Packs continues
- Pangasinan town imposes 9-day wake limit
- 285 ka pamilya sa Cotcot, Liloan nakadawat tag-P30K
- Comfort Conversations: Helping mothers find comfort in everyday
- 7K individuals benefit frombizman's free rice program
- 8 in 10 Dabawenyos hopeful this Christmas â UM Survey
- DSWD food kitchen closed on Dec 25, Jan 1, open for rest of holiday season
- 26 ka tuig nga gihuwat
- Malilong: Buyer, beware
- 100,000 balikbayan boxes released after years in storage
- âKaren Carpenterâ allegedly shows lack of gratitude
- Social media plea triggers emergency bus rollout in Cebu City
- Modern day grocery experience for Filipinos
- Bela Padilla recalls experience living in the UK
- For this talent manager, mentoring artists is true measure of success
Business & Finance
- PAL debuts Cebu-Guam nonstop flights
- Grab welcomes new LTFRB policy on TNVS fare rules
- Fenway Sports Group to sell Penguins to Hoffmann family
- LTFRB approves fixed pickup fare system for ride-hailing services during holiday season
- Micron surges as global memory chip shortage boosts profit forecast
- Live where life happens: Inside CityFlatsâ newest urban address in Cebu
- 27 Davao women MSMEs finish DTI E-Taas training
- Lufthansa looks to US flyers opting for premium to boost sales
- India to tackle sugar surplus with higher exports, ethanol diversion
- Managing money with ease
- No winner for SuperLotto 6/49, Lotto 6/42 Dec. 18 draws
- Warning: Credit card fraud in flight bookings
- BlackRock, billionaire investor Dalio to help fund âTrump accountsâ
- No winners in Lotto draws on Dec 18
- Security Bank SVP Holmes resigns after about a year in post
- Ayala Landâs Gatewalk launches with opening of key access road in Mandaue
- Grab reaffirms commitment to service accessibility amid holiday demand peak
- Pag-IBIG, Megawide to build over 7,000 socialized homes
- Philodrill seeks expansion of 35-year old West Linapacan oil find by nearly five-fold
- Labubu maker Pop Mart opens first permanent store in PH: Here's a look
- Ayala wraps 2025 strong with global partnerships, historic firsts; Consing commits to long-term growth
- Kraft Heinzâs new CEO to oversee corporate split, possible asset sales
- Transit tours, medical concierge launched for tourists at NAIA Terminal 3
- Distance to pickup point part of TNVS fare from December 20 â LTFRB
Politics & Government
- Trump vows economic boom, blames Biden in address to nation
- U.S., Russia to hold peace talks in Miami
- Fedâs Waller says he âabsolutelyâ would defend US central bankâs independence
- Baricuatro slams PB over CPAC defunding
- US approves $11 billion in weapons sales to Taiwan â Taipei
- Biz, other groups call for swift resolution of corruption cases and reforms in gov't
- DPWH recommendation against Romualdez 'not a finding of guilt', lawyer says
- SC dismisses election overspending case vs Bohol mayoral bet over Comelec probe delay
- Gov't places cap on hiring contract of service, job order workers
- DPWH: Cagayanâs Piggatan Detour Bridge to open Dec. 19
- Angara calls for stronger LGU role in building classrooms, fund oversight
- Marcos: Arrest warrant out vs Sarah Discaya
- No reenacted budget as Bicam approves 2026 spending plan
- Office of the Governor augments CP-Gifts budget
- Bayan Muna protests coming water rate hike, blames privatization
- Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan has yet to return to PH â BI
- NTF-ELCAC denies 'reward' claim on P8B barangay funds
- DPWH, ICI to submit findings on Cebu flood control probe by Jan. 2026 --Dizon
- Migrante pushes âZero Remittance Dayâ over flood-control mess
- Bicam Oks 2026 budget
- DPWH: Raps recommended vs 87 people over flood control mess
- The need for a genuine and comprehensive anti-dynasty law(A statement on House Bill No. 06771)
- Marcos Jr. to generals: Respect Charter, remain loyal to country
- 'Join us': DPWH seeks thousands of fresh hires in corruption cleanup
Sports
- NBA: Josh Giddey registers triple-double as Bulls best Cavaliers
- LIST: 2025 SEA Games medalists from the Philippines (December 18, 2025)
- Grizzlies leave mark on Timberwolves
- Cebu City Christmas Basketball: Sordilla dazzles with 30 pts
- UAAP Finals: Title defeat sees end to UP's 'Maroon 5' era
- SEAG: RP Blu Boys avenge 2019 loss, regain softball gold
- Richard Gomez accused of physically attacking PH fencing president during SEA Games
- Richard Gomez hits PH fencing president's head, alleges favoritism; Gacuma says call was made by coaching staff, adds that Gomez threatened him
- Pores falls short in Japan anew, Nakazato wins in pro debut
- SEA Games: Michael Comaling bags PH's 2nd modern pentathlon gold
- SEAG: Gilas Women overcome Indonesia, advance to gold medal match
- Donaire denied WBA bantam title
- Alex Eala ends PH 26-year wait for women's singles gold at SEAG
- Fencing chief says 'won't accept' Gomez apology after alleged assault
- Alex Eala says gold a way of bringing 'that pride to Philippines'
- Marcial barges into gold medal match with KO win
- Alex Eala wins her first SEA Games gold in women's tennis
- Alas Pilipinas men to fight for bronze after loss to Thailand
- LIVE UPDATES: Gilas Pilipinas vs Indonesia at the 2025 SEA Games semifinals
- TriClark Triathlon Team celebrates 20 Years of Excellence, Community Leadership in PH Multisport
- CTR escapes Richie Boyâs late surge
- After silver win, Richard Gomez back in SEAG news for assault, threats
- CTR staves off Ballersâ rally
- Eala is new SEAG queen
Disasters & Accidents
- New game-changing disaster risk reduction platform will save lives and enhance government accountability
- Fire guts school building in Ormoc City; no injuries reported
- Lerma: Into the Depths of the Drowned Town
- Over 200 families affected by 'Tino' in Liloan received housing aid
- Former DPWH Usec. Cabral found unconscious after falling from Benguet cliff, police say
- Earthquake drill conducted at Pampanga High School
- Magnitude 5.2 earthquake rocks Cagayan
- PCG 7 modugang og substations sa Sugbo
- SFELAPCO warns public after series of electrocution cases
- inDrive vows commitment to safety following accident involving app-registered vehicle
- 3 killed in drone attack in Russiaâs Rostov
- Dubai warns residents to stay indoors because of rain
- Cagayan de Oro memorial wall preserves memories of 2011 Sendong flood
- DepEd 7 seeks funds to repair quake and storm-hit schools
- Fire razes 4 houses
- Displaced families to be relocated to modular homes
- COA finds payout lapses in P200-M disaster shelter program
- COA flags 4 Bulacan flood control projects worth P330M
- ACT asks GSIS to grant P20,000 calamity aid for disaster-hit members
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