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Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Mayon Volcano spews ash, affects villages in two Albay towns

By Arlie O. Calalo

The reason for the optimistic outlook. IMAGES FROM COLLIERS PHILIPPINES

Build & Design

Philippine office market rebounds in 2025, Metro Manila and Cebu lead growth

By Michele T. Logarta

Vice President Sara Duterte. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

Third impeachment case filed against VP Sara

By Reina C. Tolentino

Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

Lacson warns vs 'homegrown traitors', defends Philippine sovereignty

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

Vice President Sara Duterte

VP Sara: Impeachment complaint just a 'scrap of paper'

By Red Mendoza and Aric John Sy Cua

Third impeachment case filed against VP Sara

Lacson warns vs 'homegrown traitors', defends Philippine sovereignty

VP Sara: Impeachment complaint just a 'scrap of paper'

Today's Weather, 5 P.M. | Feb. 9, 2026

Pump attendants serve motorists in a gasoline station along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City on Friday, June 20, 2025. Motorists are advised of a significant fuel price hike next week, with increases driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. Gasoline prices are expected to rise by ₱2.50 to ₱3.20 per liter; diesel, ₱4.30 to ₱4.80 per liter and kerosene, ₱4.25 to ₱4.40 per liter. Meanwhile, passengers wait in line as jeepneys ply through the roads of Pasay City on June 20, 2025. The LTFRB has announced that a P1 peso fare hike may be implemented next week due to the consecutive increases in fuel prices. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN AND J. GERARD SEGUIA

Fuel prices rise for 4th straight week

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The local government has warned motorists to drive with caution along Maharlika Highway in Camalig town in Albay as Mayon Volcano ejected a pyroclastic density current on Feb. 9, 2026.
PHOTO COURTESY OF MAYOR BALDO

Mayon ashfall blankets Albay towns

Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) Chairperson Lala Sotto PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/DIOR.SNOW

Chairman cites P670 million in savings while advancing a family-first approach

PAYING HOMAGE Israeli President Isaac Herzog and wife Michal with New South Wales Premier Chris Minns as they arrive to lay a wreath for the victims of the Bondi Beach gun attack in Sydney on Feb. 9, 2026. AFP Photo

Israeli president says 'we shall overcome this evil' at Bondi Beach

June Mar Fajardo TMT PHOTO

Cone warns: Don’t take winless NZ lightly

Peso seen hitting P59.50:$1

Peso up on GIR news; PSEi hit by profit-taking

Philippine politicians in crisis mode, international consultant says

Reactions to PH-US critical minerals agreement mixed

Senate majority tackle Blue Ribbon Committee draft report

Stocks rise as chip sector rebounds, investors focus on key US data

TMT School of Journalism to hold News Writing Masterclass

Moody’s maintains outlook for PH banks

House panel OKs report dismissing complaints vs Marcos

Working group to plan rice import system – DA

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

Who is left to run?

By Antonio Contreras

Observer

Behold the Filipino Makapili, old and new

By Yen Makabenta

Orlando Mercado

O RLY?

Defending Earth’s defenders

By Orlando Mercado

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Money received by mistake must be returned

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: Third impeach case filed against VP Sara

HEADLINES: Third impeach case filed against VP Sara

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

Stinky toilets and other discomforts

Rough Trade

More context to the electricity forward market debate

Rafael Alunan III

Foreign influence, cognitive warfare and wolf warrior diplomacy

By Rafael Alunan III

Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Walking History

When Rizal wrote about the Lord coming to the Philippines

By Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Charlie V. Manalo

Naked Thought

The Anonas subway station: A disaster waiting to happen

By Charlie V. Manalo

Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Zilch

Postponing peace in BARMM

By Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Aron Shaviv, chief executive officer of Vantage Influence Photo by Mike Alquinto

Philippine politicians in crisis mode, international consultant says

Senate majority tackle Blue Ribbon Committee draft report

TMT School of Journalism to hold News Writing Masterclass

House panel OKs report dismissing complaints vs Marcos

Sandiganbayan defers arraignment of Ramon Revilla Jr.

REDUCED VISIBILITY
The local government has warned motorists to drive with caution along Maharlika Highway in Camalig town in Albay as Mayon Volcano ejected a pyroclastic density current on Feb. 9, 2026.
PHOTO COURTESY OF MAYOR BALDO

Mayon ashfall blankets Albay towns

Mandaue to review plastic bag ban ordinance

Magalong orders strict waste segregation at city hall

Army calls for pause on 'blood money' settlements

LTO-7 intensifies efforts vs fixers

WINNING SMILE Japan's Prime Minister and President of the Liberal Democratic Party Sanae Takaichi speaks with media at the LDP headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026. AFP Photo

Japan PM's party earns landslide victory

Hong Kong jails Jimmy Lai for 20 years for collusion, sedition

Thailand's Bhumjaithai prepares for coalition talks after big election win

Israeli president says 'we shall overcome this evil' at Bondi Beach

New Zealand's Christchurch mosque killer appeals conviction

A woman exchanges her US dollars for Philippine pesos in Manila, Jan. 10, 2025. The peso closed at P58.36 against the dollar on the same day. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Peso seen hitting P59.50:$1

Peso up on GIR news; PSEi hit by profit-taking

Reactions to PH-US critical minerals agreement mixed

Stocks rise as chip sector rebounds, investors focus on key US data

Moody’s maintains outlook for PH banks

Alex Eala POC PHOTO

Alex Eala breaks into WTA Top 40

Creamline vs Choco Mucho: A Premier Volleyball Showdown at MOA Arena

EJ Obiena captures bronze in Germany

Cone warns: Don’t take winless NZ lightly

Seahawks soar to Super Bowl win over Patriots

Manila Mayor Isko Moreno leads the lighting ceremony of the Golden Prosperity Horse at Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz on February 9, 2026. The event, marking the arrival of the Lunar New Year, featured traditional lion dances, and other performances to welcome the Year of the Horse. He was joined by Vice Mayor Angela Lei “Chi” Atienza and Manila Chinatown Development Council Executive Director Tony Sy. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

REVILLA IN SANDIGANBAYAN

February 9, 2026

Manila Mayor Isko Moreno leads the lighting ceremony of the Golden Prosperity Horse at Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz on February 9, 2026. The event, marking the arrival of the Lunar New Year, featured traditional lion dances, and other performances to welcome the Year of the Horse. He was joined by Vice Mayor Angela Lei “Chi” Atienza and Manila Chinatown Development Council Executive Director Tony Sy. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

GOLDEN PROSPERITY HORSE

February 9, 2026

Aron Shaviv, Chief Executive Officer of Vantage Influence, answers questions from The Manila Times News Prime Anchor Michael Alexander Ang during the TMT Newsroom interview held in Intramuros Manila on February 9, 2026. PHOTO MIKE ALQUINTO

February 9, 2026

Shoppers get treated to a giant money tree and colorful installations to celebrate the Chinese New Year at a mall in Manila on February 9, 2026. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

GIANT MONEY TREE

February 9, 2026

Park goers pose for photos near a giant heart-shaped display at the Quezon City Memorial Circle on February 9, 2026. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

February 9, 2026

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Special Features

Iranian civilization and culture through History: From Ancient Persia to the post-Islamic Revolution era

Performance, enforcement and reform at the start of 2026

BOC seizes P61.707 billion in 2025 anti-smuggling campaign

HandPhil Enertex signs MOA with Lubelco for solar photovoltaic operations in Lubang Island

SM celebrates National Autism Consciousness Week with great strides in true inclusion

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The Manila Times Executive Health Forum 2026

Sun Life PH incoming CEO meets with Insurance commissioner to advance financial literacy, regulatory modernization

Hongqi PH partners with Bellevue Manila to deliver 5-star transpo service

TP opens 2nd Davao site, strengthens Mindanao footprint with state-of-the-art scalable hub

Jollibee turns Kids Meals into collectibles with Pokémon Evolution Surprise

Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) Chairperson Lala Sotto PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/DIOR.SNOW

Chairman cites P670 million in savings while advancing a family-first approach

Chariz Solomon, Buboy Villar air unpaid fee concerns on podcast

Kris Aquino leaves hospital after six weeks, moves into new home

Vehicle hits outdoor dining area of Matteo Guidicelli’s restaurant

Bad Bunny celebrates Puerto Rico at Super Bowl, angering Trump

Vine chip and dip, mocha stripe tablecloth, clear manhattan hiball glasses, mocha napkins, ceramic mini vases, and vine platter

Valentine’s at home

Marcy David celebrates birthday with intimate concert of voices

Kyle Raphael steps into the spotlight with sincerity and soul

Gift ideas and workshops for Love Month

Raising Gino, our son with autism

For the author, Singapore’s journey resonates not as a template to replicate, but as a reminder of what becomes possible when discipline and long-term thinking guide national choices.

The Sunday Times

A roadmap for the Filipino in Singapore

Filipino designer RC Caylan dresses Hollywood’s biggest moment

Eric, Epy Quizon welcome fan-led push to name Dolphy National Artist

Mentorque announces Barakofest 2026

GMA Gala draws 1 billion views, wins TikTok honor

Euvimil Nina Asuncion of the Department of Finance and Japan Minister for Economic Affairs Yokota Naobumi (second and third from left) lead the renegotiation, an important step in strengthening the bilateral tax frameworks of the Philippines and Japan. PHOTO FROM JAPAN EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Japan, Philippines move toward new tax treaty

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of February 9, 2026

The EX60 blends SUV proportions with EV aero priorities, balancing a practical footprint with a more streamlined body.

Fast Times

New Volvo EX60 debuts with up to 810 km range and 400 kW fast charging

By Isaac Atienza - February 10, 2026

ATI ports seen as a strategic national asset essential for long-term economic security. (Photo by ATI)

Maritime

ATI shareholders approve voluntary PSE delisting

By Genivi Verdejo - February 4, 2026

The reason for the optimistic outlook. IMAGES FROM COLLIERS PHILIPPINES

Build & Design

Philippine office market rebounds in 2025, Metro Manila and Cebu lead growth

By Michele T. Logarta - February 10, 2026

PHOTO FROM DENR

Green Industries

1,300 waterbirds thrive in Cagayan wetlands

By Leander C. Domingo - February 7, 2026

Lloyd Luna, RSP

Campus Press

By Lloyd Luna RSP - February 6, 2026

Boardroom Watch

By Susil D. Ragas - February 6, 2026

Benguet’s Provincial Coordinating Committee for the Value Chain Innovation for Sustainable Transformation in Agrarian Reform Communities initiative signs a resolution on Jan 29, 2026, in Baguio City, endorsing six sub-project proposals from the agrarian reform communities in the province. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Agribusiness

Benguet's coffee and cacao farmers get a boost from 6 new Vista projects

By Leander C. Domingo - February 5, 2026

Reminiscences of life in remote Kalinga village wins premier national literary prize

Keep in View

Telling her story

By Rod Asurin - February 8, 2026

SYSTEM ONE At the IBM Headquarters in Yorktown, New York. PHOTO BY AUTHOR

Science & Technology

Quantum lessons after a snowstorm

By Raymond Gregory Tribdino - February 8, 2026

Sunday Business & IT

New 5G RedCap chipset targets industrial IoT deployments

By Ira James - February 8, 2026