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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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SCREENGRAB FROM TRUTH SOCIAL

Trump warns Iran boats breaching US blockade will be 'eliminated'

By Agence France-Presse

A commanding front end sets the tone — less show car, more statement of intent for Jetour’s move into the premium SUV space.

Fast Times

Jetour GAIA G700 PHEV lands in PH: 904PS, 1,200km range, off-road tech, P4.488M price

By Mika Fernandez-David

A cargo ship is pictured off the coast city of Fujairah, in the Strait of Hormuz, in the northern Emirate, on Feb. 25, 2026. The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on April 13, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed with the US president blaming Iran’s refusal to abandon its nuclear ambitions. PHOTO BY GIUSEPPE CACACE/AFP

US to blockade all Iranian ports

By Agence France-Presse

Excise tax on LPG, kerosene removed

By Kristina Maralit , Ed Paolo Salting , Reina C. Tolentino , James Daniel Danio and Philippine News Agency

Philippine Navy spokesman Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad speaks next to a slide presentation of seized yellow bottles suspected to contain cyanide in waters of Ayungin Shoal in the disputed South China Sea, during a press conference in Manila on April 13, 2026. AFP PHOTO

PH accuses China of poisoning disputed waters

By Agence France-Presse

US to blockade all Iranian ports

Excise tax on LPG, kerosene removed

PH accuses China of poisoning disputed waters

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | Apr. 14, 2026

Hormuz: The warning we cannot ignore

PAPAL VISIT Pope Leo XIV disembarks from the plane after landing at the Houari Boumediene International Airport on April 13, 2026. AFP Photo

Trump says 'not a big fan' of Pope Leo after his anti-war message

Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra debut as film leads in ‘Almost Us’

From left: Alex Eala, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Joao Fonseca AFP PHOTOS

Eala names Djokovic, Alcaraz, Fonseca as dream mixed doubles partners

Engineer from Cebu cited for contributions to Artemis mission

LTFRB opens online platform for service contracting applications

'Pure Fiction,' says Sara's counsel on alleged Madriaga 'letter'

Eala climbs back to No. 45 entering Stuttgart Open

Britney Spears checks into rehab following DUI arrest — media

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | Apr. 14, 2026

Dozens arrested as protesters demand Schumer and Gillibrand block sale of bombs to Israel

Trump deletes Jesus post of himself after outcry

3 contractors cited for violations in death of worker building major ICE detention camp

Trump refuses to apologize to 'very weak' Pope Leo

Colombia approves plan to cull dozens of wild hippos

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

Sara in the lead

By Antonio Contreras

Observer

How a lame duck BBM can turn around the nation’s crisis of confidence and trust

By Yen Makabenta

Orlando Mercado

O RLY?

Hormuz: The warning we cannot ignore

By Orlando Mercado

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Can an AI-generated lawyer appear and litigate before Philippine courts?

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: US to blockade all Iranian ports | Apr 14, 2026

HEADLINES: US to blockade all Iranian ports | Apr 14, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

Project NOAH floats our boat

Rough Trade

A meaningful Monday

Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Zilch

Middle class punched

By Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Walking History

Good Friday and Easter Sunday in Tarlac’s Poblacion

By Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

The City Builder

Forging self-sufficiency: Why SteelAsia matters to PH industrialization

By Arnel Casanova

Lloyd C. Bautista

Securitatem Populi

Hazing in the PNPA

By Lloyd C. Bautista

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Excise tax on LPG, kerosene removed

Marcos calls liars those spreading rumors about his health

Philippines accuses China of poisoning waters in Ayungin Shoal

‘Funds for barangay, SK polls can’t be diverted’

DSWD rolls out cash, livelihood aid for OFWs

CONFISCATED GOODS City government workers load seized vegetable goods on a truck during a clearing operation along Fuentes Street in Iloilo City on April 11, 2026, as authorities strictly enforce the ban on transient vendors from selling within 100 meters from public markets. PHOTO BY RJAY ZURIAGA CASTOR

Iloilo City to strictly enforce market rules

Engineer from Cebu cited for contributions to Artemis mission

Policeman dies in alleged accidental shooting

Magalong: Now is the best time to visit Baguio

Sto. Tomas LGU assures uninterrupted work

Protesters with Jewish Voice for Peace get arrested after blocking traffic during a demonstration outside the New York office of US Sen. Chuck Schumer, calling for an end to the US-Israel war with Iran and opposing US weapons support on Monday, April 13, 2026, in New York. AP PHOTO

Dozens arrested as protesters demand Schumer and Gillibrand block sale of bombs to Israel

Trump deletes Jesus post of himself after outcry

3 contractors cited for violations in death of worker building major ICE detention camp

Trump refuses to apologize to 'very weak' Pope Leo

Colombia approves plan to cull dozens of wild hippos

INCLUSIVE FINANCIAL GROWTH Now in its 32nd year, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas stays steady in driving digitalization, financial inclusion and economic resilience amid global and domestic challenges. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Nomura: BSP to hike rates twice this year

Cash demand eases as digital payments rise

Tax-free medicines list updated by BIR

Failed US-Iran talks weigh on peso, stocks

Fuel price rollback volatile, says biz group

Alex Eala POC PHOTO

Eala climbs back to No. 45 entering Stuttgart Open

Gilas Women secure FIBA 3x3 World Cup berth

Eala names Djokovic, Alcaraz, Fonseca as dream mixed doubles partners

7 sports icons set for PH Hall of Fame enshrinement

Creamline, Cignal gun for 2-0 edge in PVL semis showdown

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday, April 13, 2026 joins Philippine National Police chief Gen. Melencio Nartatez and other police officials during a press conference to confirm that officers of the Philippine National Police Academy are being investigated for the hazing of 22 cadets on April 3, 2026, at Camp General Mariano Castañeda. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

ANOTHER HAZING VICTIM

April 13, 2026

Tourists enjoy the refreshing waters at Wawa Dam in Rodriguez, Rizal on April 13,2026. The dam is a favorite cooling spot when temperatures in Luzon soar. Photo by ISMAEL DE JUAN

April 13, 2026

Job seekers attend the Job Fair at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City on Monday, April 13, 2026. The event gathered 50 local and overseas employers offering over 6,000 jobs. PHOTO BY RENE DILAN

April 13, 2026

Hundreds of farmers and members of the agricultural sector from Batangas trooped to the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Quezon City on Monday, April 13, 2026, to denounce the oil deregulation law, rising fuel costs, and the value-added tax on fuel. PHOTO BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

RALLY VS RISING FUEL PRICES

April 13, 2026

NU blocks UE's Sam Tylan during the UAAP Seaosn 88 women's volleyball round 2 match at the UST Quadrientennial Pavilion in Manila, April 12, 2026. Photo by Rio Deluvio

LADY BULLDOGS VS LADY WARRIORS

April 12, 2026

BALANCED HEALTH With the support of SM Foundation, health advocates underscore the importance of fostering balanced lifestyles and encouraging the early adoption of healthy habits among residents.
PHOTOS FROM SM FOUNDATION

Special Features

Beyond sweetness, Bacolod takes a healthier turn

SM Supermalls opens doors to jobs, skills, new beginnings this Labor Day

Drive for full green transition to build a ‘Beautiful China’ during 15th FYP period

China issues guidelines for AI ethics governance

March 31: Day of Genocide of Azerbaijanis

ELECTRIC MOBILITY Department of Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. stresses advocacy to the use of electric mobility as sustainable mode of public transportation in response to the global fuel crisis during the launch of e-Tranvia in Intramuros, Manila. PHOTO FROM DOST-STII/XYRUS IVAN DE GRACIA

DOST calls for cleaner, sustainable tech, practices amid oil crisis

RFM declares additional P300M cash dividend payable in May

MDPPA shares fuel-saving tips for motorcycle riders

Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn Galleria celebrate Indian cuisine

MindNation offers half-price on anxiety control sessions

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Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra debut as film leads in ‘Almost Us’

Love without labels and the comedienne with the curious bag contents

Rustan’s brings Vietnamese lacquer house Hanoia to Philippine homes

Filipino pride takes center stage as BINI performs at Coachella

A smarter way to fight melasma

Irene Nubla, Tessa Prieto, Fortune Ledesma and Carla del Prado

Knights of Alba arrive in the Philippines with elegant wine gathering

Kyline Alcantara highlights power of jewelry in everyday confidence

Excellence in business and governance honored at FAMAS Prestige Awards

Century Tuna expands ‘Superbods’ search, opens fitness challenge to all Filipinos

The music JRey Rivas kept waiting

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The Sunday Times

Isa Briones and the changing face of Filipino representation in Hollywood

A Quezon City original comes home

Boracay hotel deepens culinary identity in its second decade

Mindanao flavors take the spotlight

New Italian-inspired sandwich rolls out nationwide

Japanese Ambassador Kazuya Endo’s visit reaffirms Japan’s long-standing support for peacebuilding and development initiatives in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
PHOTOS FROM JAPAN EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Japan envoy visits Lanao del Sur, Marawi to boost renewable energy, peace efforts

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of April 13, 2026

A commanding front end sets the tone — less show car, more statement of intent for Jetour’s move into the premium SUV space.

Fast Times

Jetour GAIA G700 PHEV lands in PH: 904PS, 1,200km range, off-road tech, P4.488M price

By Mika Fernandez-David - April 14, 2026

(FILES) A Hapag Lloyd container ship is seen in Rotterdam's harbour on August 1, 2022. German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd's vessels will not resume transiting the Strait of Hormuz for now as the situation remains "tense" despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, German media reported on April 8, 2026. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP)

Maritime

Trump warns Iran against tolls for Hormuz shipping

By Agence France-Presse - April 10, 2026

Matthew Shifrin, the founder of Bricks for the Blind, reads from a braille terminal while building a LEGO project at his family's home, March 20, 2026, in Newton, Mass. AP PHOTOS/CHARLES KRUPA

Build & Design

A blind man teaches others with low vision

By Associated Press - April 14, 2026

Community members in Iloilo clear away algae and debris from mangrove seedlings. PHOTO FROM ZSL-PHILIPPINES/RJ LOMA

Green Industries

A road map for blue carbon ecosystems

By Michele T. Logarta - April 11, 2026

Campus Press

‘All we want is to learn’

By Pocholo Concepcion - April 9, 2026

Boardroom Watch

By Leah Salterio - April 10, 2026

The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture is collaborating with the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research and the National Organic Agriculture Program to increase the country’s organic agricultural exports. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Agribusiness

Projects involving Searca, DA-BAR & NOAP aims to expand PH organic agri exports

By Leander C. Domingo - April 9, 2026

Maria Thessa Ramos, Co-founder Eastern Visayas Society of Native Tree Conservation and the Youth for Resilience Network

Keep in View

Dutiful daughter

By Marcelo Pedalino - April 12, 2026

GARBAGE ROUTE The world’s garbage patches flow in the same trade routes traveled by Magellan and Columbus. IMAGE FROM IJMH

Science & Technology

Plastic pollution travels ancient navigation routes

By Raymond Gregory Tribdino - April 11, 2026

Sunday Business & IT

Philippines has 45 million gamers, report says

By J.G. Amor - April 13, 2026