The Philippine Star - March 27, 2025

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March 27, 2025

Pagasa: Dry season is here

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced yesterday the end of the northeast monsoon, marking the official start of the warm and dry season across most parts of the country.

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NBI nabs 6 Chinese, Pinoy for illegal surveillance

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has arrested six Chinese nationals and a Filipino on a private island in Zambales for allegedly conducting surveillance activities near the contested West Philippine Sea.

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ICC prosecutor to present more evidence vs Duterte

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is expected to disclose more evidence against former president Rodrigo Duterte apart from the ones that were used as bases for the issuance of a warrant for his arrest.

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'Marcos will never abolish NTF-ELCAC'

President Marcos rejected fresh calls to abolish the government's anti-insurgency task force, citing its gains in curbing the activities of communist rebels.

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Imee officially bolts Alyansa

• We wish her luck – Alyansa • Imee ratings fall • Go tops SWS poll

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Super Lawyer Estelito Mendoza, 95

One of the country's most eminent lawyers, Estelito Mendoza, died yesterday at age 95.

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Chiz rejects House call for Senate to summon Sara

The Senate as an impeachment court will no longer accept any requests to move deadlines or any delaying tactics regarding the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, the leader of the chamber said.

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P45 rice max SRP begins March 31 – DA

A maximum suggested retail price (SRP) of P45 per kilo of imported rice will be enforced starting March 31 amid declining global rice prices, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

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UP Diliman No. 1 research university in Phl

The University of the Philippines in Diliman is the country's top university for its research performance, non-academic prominence and the impact of recognized alumni, according to independent ranking site EduRank.org.

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PNP Admits Recalling Officers From Bato's Security

After days of keeping quiet, the Philippine National Police has finally admitted that it recalled two PNP officers from Sen. Ronald \"Bato\" dela Rosa's security detail.

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Chiz: Sovereignty not compromised with Rody arrest

With no cases yet filed in local courts against former president Rodrigo Duterte, his arrest and flight to The Hague to face trial for crimes against humanity cannot be considered a surrender of the country's sovereignty, Senate President Francis Escudero said yesterday.

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Imee From Page 1

suspicion that the Constitution may have been disregarded and our sovereignty diminished by the arrest of former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte.

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Syndicated

FIRST PERSON

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The road to 2028

EYES WIDE OPEN

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Permanent fixture

EDITORIAL

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On the way to Frankfurt in October

My wife Neni Sta. Romana Cruz has nothing but Frankfurt on her mind these days. This is her latest account:

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Trump downplays Signal leak, backing Waltz and pointing finger at journalist

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday characterized an extraordinary security breach as a minor transgression, insisting that top administration officials had not shared any classified information as they discussed secret military plans in a group chat that included the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine.

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Phl politics: Guns and money

VIRTUAL REALITY

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When girls rise, we all rise: A shared vision for gender equality

LETTER FROM AUSTRALIA

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7 BI officers axed over departure of trafficked victims

Amid suspicion of aiding in the illegal departure of Filipino trafficking victims rescued in Myanmar, the Bureau of Immigration fired yesterday seven BI personnel assigned at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminals 1 and 3.

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Pasig Mayoral Bet Eyes Aid for Solo Parents

Pasig mayoral candidate Sarah Discaya has vowed to prioritize assistance for single parents and families with children facing mental health challenges if elected.

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MMDA, Manibela in scuffle

Personnel of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) figured in a scuffle with jeepney drivers affiliated with Manibela yesterday.

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The Thames International University Honors Malabon Exec for Contributions in Public Service

Malabon City Administrator Dr. Alexander Rosete was recognized with an honorary doctorate degree by the Thames International University, an academic institution in Paris, France, for his significant contributions in public service and leadership that helped in the development of Philippine cities.

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Manibela May Extend Transport Strike

The three-day transport strike launched by Manibela may be extended until tomorrow due to what it claimed was the government's lack of urgency in addressing the group's demands.

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DepEd Recovers P65-M Voucher Claims From 54 Schools

Fifty-four private schools have been ordered to return P65 million in misused subsidy under the Senior High School (SHS) voucher program, according to the Department of Education.

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Comelec: Teodoro can still run for congressman

Despite his suspension by the ombudsman for alleged misuse of public funds, Marikina Mayor Marcelino Teodoro may still run for congressman of the city's first district, according to the Commission on Elections.

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Maguindanao Poll Exec Slain in Ambush

Two days before the start of the campaign period for local positions, motorcycle-riding gunmen shot dead an election officer and her husband in Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao del Norte yesterday morning.

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SC Upholds ER's Graft Conviction Over Boatmen's Insurance Deal

The Supreme Court (SC) has upheld the graft conviction of former Laguna governor Emilio Ramon \"ER\" Ejercito in connection with an illegal insurance contract for boatmen and tourists that he approved as mayor of Pagsanjan in 2008.

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NLEX-Marilao northbound lanes now passable

All four northbound lanes of the North Luzon Expressway in Marilao, Bulacan are now passable to vehicles as repair works along the NLEX-Marilao Interchange Bridge were completed ahead of schedule.

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Trump Downplays Firestorm Over Leaked Yemen Air Strike Chat

US President Donald Trump downplayed a growing scandal on Tuesday after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat about air strikes on Yemen, denying any classified information was shared.

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Thai PM survives no-confidence vote

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra easily survived a no-confidence vote in Parliament on Wednesday, following a two-day debate in which rivals charged that she has mismanaged the country and let her father, a former prime minister, control her administration.

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Sokor wildfires kill 24; thousands forced to flee

SEOUL (AP) — Wind-driven wildfires that were among South Korea's worst ever were ravaging the country's southern regions, killing 24 people, destroying more than 200 structures and forcing 27,000 people to evacuate, officials said on Wednesday.

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Russia, Ukraine agree to sea, energy truce

The United States reached separate deals on Tuesday with Ukraine and Russia to pause their attacks at sea and against energy targets, with Washington agreeing to push to lift some sanctions against Moscow.

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King Charles, Queen Camilla Postpone Pope Visit

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have postponed a planned state visit to the Vatican in early April following medical advice from the pope's doctors, Buckingham Palace said on Tuesday.

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Will Smith Channels Post-Slap Introspection Into Music

Will Smith (in photo) could have let his infamous Oscar slap be his cinematic fade-out with a career bruised, marriage dissected and reputation in a free fall. But instead of retreating, he turned inward for self-reflection.

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RHJ, ERRAM STRIKE HARD IN LIFESAVING GAME 6 VICTORY TROPA FORCE DO-OR-DIE

Don't count out the heart of a champion.

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Fairytale run assures Eala of Top 100

Win or lose, Alex Eala is a cinch for her highest ranking ever in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA).

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Pinoy booters outclass Maldivians

Bolstered by exciting new additions, the Philippines beat Maldives, 4-1, to take pole position in Group A at the start of the AFC Asian Qualifiers Tuesday in Capas, Tarlac.

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40 Teams Vie in Smart Spike

As volleyball fever continues in the Philippines, leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) powers up the Smart Spike Volleyball Tournament, showcasing talents from over 40 school teams across the country this month.

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Gonzaga, Otoc top Digos netfest

Ayl Gonzaga posted an impressive double victory in the Mayor Josef Fortich Cagas National Juniors Tennis Championships while Julius Otoc ruled the boys' division at the Digos City Tennis Club in Davao del Sur over the weekend.

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Altalettes Rule NCAA Tennis

Perpetual Help ended a long 30-year wait in reclaiming the NCAA tennis juniors crown Tuesday.

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Blow By Blow' with a bang

A slam-bang \"Blow By Blow\" show preceded the recent Pacquiao-Elorde Awards Night at the Okada Manila Resort and Casino.

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UP Shocker Snaps NU's Perfect Run

Vengeful University of the Philippines pulled the rug from under previously unbeaten reigning champion National U, 26-24, 23-25, 17-25, 25-23, 15-12, in a shocker in the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball yesterday at the Filoil EcoOil Center in San Juan.

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Phl progress still slow in hitting SDG targets

The Philippines has made progress in more than half of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) since 2015, but the pace remains below expectations to meet the targets by 2030, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

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Laguna power complex draws big-time bidders

Some of the country's richest clans, along with foreign companies, are interested in seizing control of a 797-megawatt hydropower complex in Laguna.

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Market snaps 3-day decline

The local stock market snapped its three-day losing skid following positive cues from Wall Street.

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Bautista named new PNB president, CEO

Lucio Tan's Philippine National Bank (PNB) has announced the appointment of Edwin Bautista as its new president and chief executive officer effective April 29.

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Bridging gaps, building trust

Last week, information and communication officers from various national government agencies and local government units in Metro Manila convened at Meralco headquarters in Pasig for a meaningful discussion to share valuable insights and innovative ideas on effective communications with constituents and Filipino public.

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BSP OKs Union Bank's P6.8-B debt buyback

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has given Union Bank of the Philippines the green light to repurchase its P6.8 billion debt ahead of schedule.

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BCDA Expects to Raise P48B From Sale of NAIA Property

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has signed an agreement with the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) for the disposition of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 property valued at P48 billion.

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GT Capital core earnings rise in 2024

GT Capital Holdings Inc. saw core profit rise by double digits last year, but recorded a slight dip in its net income due to non-recurring gains the previous year.

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BPI Targets $300M From Dollar Bond Issue

Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is set to raise at least $300 million as it returns anew to the offshore debt market, following fixed income investor meetings held yesterday.

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Gov't eyes P14-B food hubs in Clark, Quezon province

The Department of Agriculture (DA) plans to put up two major food hubs costing up to P14 billion that are expected to be operational next year to ensure better flow of commodities within key areas in Luzon.

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Net growth via more coal power

From December 2024 up to this month, many big global banks have left and abandoned the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) formed in 2021.

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Filinvest posts record income in 2024

Earnings of the Gotianun family's Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC) soared to a record high level last year following a double-digit improvement across all business segments.

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BankCom earnings climb 8% to P3.02 B

Bank of Commerce (BankCom), the banking arm of conglomerate San Miguel Corp., reported a net income of P3.02 billion in 2024, driven by higher interest earnings from loans and investments.

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Shell profit up 6% to P1.25 B

Shell Pilipinas Corp. saw its earnings grow by six percent to P1.25 billion in 2024 from 2023's P1.18 billion, mainly propelled by prudent cost management.

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Maharlika fund goes on staff hiring spree

After more than a year, state-run Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) is finally moving to fill its organizational structure and staffing pattern, but highly technical positions remain under review.

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PLDT, Smart support free SIM card program

Telco giant PLDT Inc. and wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. are stepping up their contribution to the government's P5-billion initiative to connect underserved communities by providing over half a million free SIM cards to over 170 remote locations.

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The Offensive-Defensive Equilibrium

In one of the favorite sports leagues of most Filipinos, the National Basketball Association (NBA), there are many good teams featuring superstars that provide excellent entertainment, win a lot of games, and make deep playoff runs but unfortunately do not end up winning the championship.

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ALLHC Acquires Logistics Parks in Pangasinan, Iloilo

AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) is beefing up its footprint with the acquisition of two logistics parks in Pangasinan and Iloilo.

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With P500-M infusion, Balesin expands perks

Upscale property developer Alphaland Corp. is giving Balesin Island Club members an expanded offering after pouring in more than P500 million to bolster its portfolio.

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SRA taps Japan university to improve sugar industry

The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) is keen on learning and adopting Japanese technologies and practices that will help sugarcane planters, especially small-scale producers, boost their productivity.

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WHERE THERE'S SMOKE

Let me introduce you to my latest cooking addiction-smoking.

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WHAT IS JUNIPER?

It's inevitable to talk to a chef about cuisine or cooking, but what if the topics ranged farther and wider? The city-killing asteroid supposedly headed for Earth in 2032, for one. The work of cinematographer Roger Deakins (1917, Blade Runner 2049, and No Country for Old Men, among others). Or such stuff as golf, food photography, Lego and astronauts?

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PAL's Anniversary Dessert Is A Love Letter To Filipino Heritage

On its 84th anniversary, Philippine Airlines (PAL) celebrates its legacy of bringing the best of the Philippines to the world through its specially curated dessert selection.

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The Ultimate Girl Getaway

In celebration of Women's Month, Discovery Primea presents a specially curated staycation designed for relaxation, indulgence, and meaningful moments.

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A Date With Three Michelin-Star Chefs At Solaire

Twelve years. Three chefs with eight Michelin stars among them. Nine-course meals in three fine dining restaurants. Solaire Resort in Entertainment City is celebrating its dozen-year anniversary in grand gastronomic style.

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Filipina chefs who inspire and innovate

In celebration of Women's Month, Cold Storage Seafood shines the spotlight on trailblazing Filipina chefs who are redefining the culinary landscape.

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JINJER CAME TO THROW DOWN

Guttural one second, soaring the next — Tatiana's voice alone could level a building.

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Eraserheads to hold own music festival

After a string of sold-out concerts worldwide, the Eraserheads' Ely Buendia, Buddy Zabala, Marcus Adoro and Raymund Zabala are back — not just for another show, but with an entirely new concert experience.

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Marc Leviste Opens Up on Son's Visit to Kris Aquino

When I came across the Facebook post of Marc Leviste's son, Ronin, with pictures of him and his girlfriend, Andrea, visiting his dad's ex-girlfriend, Kris Aquino, I asked Marc about it.

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