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COA files reports of P275M in DPWH ghost projects, deficiencies to Ombudsman

SALT POWER Sodium-ion batteries will not replace lithium-ion batteries but will provide an efficient and affordable option. IMAGE FROM CATL

Science & Technology

Sodium-Ion batteries is the next phase of EV electrification

By Raymond Gregory Tribdino

PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN AND BENEDICT ABAYGAR JR.

DILG-Chinese Embassy talks aim to defuse row

By Franco Jose C. Baroña and Javier Joe Ismael

Bounty on Atong Ang raised to P20M

By Izel Abanilla and Franco Jose C. Baroña

Tulfo, Poe top Tangere's 2028 senatorial poll

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

DILG-Chinese Embassy talks aim to defuse row

Bounty on Atong Ang raised to P20M

Tulfo, Poe top Tangere's 2028 senatorial poll

Today's Weather, 5 P.M. | Feb. 13, 2026

The interconnection of the global risks landscape.
IMAGE FROM THE WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM GLOBAL RISKS REPORT 2026

A global agenda: Build resilience now to 2036

At the heart of the story are the Fernandez brothers — Gio (Brent Manalo), Martin (Ralph de Leon) and Francis (Will Ashley) — who reunite following the death of the father they never knew. PHOTOS FROM GMA NETWORK

‘Secrets of Hotel 88’ brings romance and intrigue as PBB winners reunite

SLOWDOWN Chevrolet Equinox EVs are shown for sale at a Chevrolet dealership on Oct. 29, 2025, in Southfield, Michigan. Benchmark Mineral Intelligence on Feb. 13, 2026, presented data showing global electric vehicle sales decline by 3 percent owing to lower subsidies in China and hampered sales in the United States. AFP PHOTO

Global EV sales hampered by China, US slowdown in January

UNDER INVESTIGATION Azam Baki, chief of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, speaks during a special press conference inside the agency’s headquarters in the city of Putrajaya, western Malaysia, on Jan. 5, 2022. EPA FILE PHOTO

Malaysia to probe anti-graft chief over shareholdings

Carl Tamayo FIBA.BASKETBALL PHOTO

Gilas benefits from Tamayo and Quiambao's growth

PH growth to stay resilient – Moody’s

Consumer outlook ‘cautious but positive’

Peso touches P57:$1 level but stock market falls anew

Why we should emulate Helsinki

’Benteng Bigas’ starts NCR rollout in San Juan

Commercialize new technologies – Ipophl

PH brands earn $3.5M at Paris trade show

Romance is optional, discipline is not

First Gen to buy 40% stake in Prime Infra's pumped storage hydro portfolio

Regulator warns vs unlicensed firms

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

The problem with Chel’s proposal

By Antonio Contreras

Remoto Control

F. Sionil José: Realism incarnate

By Danton Remoto

Amado Tolentino Jr.

Ambassadors’ Corner

For climate action: Massive chemical intensification

By Amado Tolentino Jr.

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Purpose of presumption of innocence

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: DILG-Chinese Embassy talks aim to defuse row | Feb. 14, 2026

HEADLINES: DILG-Chinese Embassy talks aim to defuse row | Feb. 14, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

Frequent ferry disasters are a systemic problem

Mauro Gia Samonte

My Say

Follow through: The Romualdez EEI buyout

By Mauro Gia Samonte

Al Vitangcol III

All Insight

DepEd should listen to public woes

By Al Vitangcol III

Anna Malindog-Uy

Headsight

Blood ties before geopolitics: Shared sacrifice, external interference and the path to peace in the SCS

By Anna Malindog-Uy

Philippine democracy: Quo vadis

By Reynato S Puno

Trump is no game theorist

By Koichi Hamada

Sen. Robin Padilla. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Padilla: Duterte bloc in Senate minority solid

Duterte wants drug war victims’ lawyers disqualified

Planner helps pop-up marriage proposals

Sara sees ‘broken govt’ by 2028

Sharon Cuneta teases Marcos over ‘wrong’ VP

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Bikoy, former whistleblower, arrested for triple murder after 5 years on the run

MILF official welcomes Marcos Jr's nod to priority measures for BARMM polls

5-year-old killed in school by stray bullet in Maguindanao firefight

Suspected sinkhole discovered near fault line in Negros town

BARMM joins BIMP-EAGA meet in Brunei

INCOMING PREMIER Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman (left) greets his supporters as he leaves his residence in the capital Dhaka on Feb. 13, 2026, a day after Bangladesh's general elections. AFP PHOTO

Bangladesh nationalists celebrate landslide win, Islamists cry foul

WATCH: Second chances and first dates for Manila’s rescued pets

US lawmakers urge 'significant' defense spending hike in Taiwan

Thai PM agrees coalition with Thaksin-backed party

Malaysia to probe anti-graft chief over shareholdings

Skyscrapers are seen along Ayala Avenue in the center of the Makati Business Distict, Friday. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

PH growth to stay resilient – Moody’s

Consumer outlook ‘cautious but positive’

Peso touches P57:$1 level but stock market falls anew

Why we should emulate Helsinki

’Benteng Bigas’ starts NCR rollout in San Juan

CONTROVERSIAL HELMET Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych (left) holds his crash helmet at the mixed zone of the sliding center at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, on Feb. 12, 2026. AP PHOTO

Ukrainian defies IOC, disqualified from games

NBA fines Jazz, Pacers amid ‘tanking’ turmoil

Dieng powers Bucks over Thunder

Hisatsune grabs Pebble Beach lead with a 62

Atletico routs Barca in Copa del Rey semis first leg

Local and foreign tourists visit the 'Hearts in the Park' at the Rizal Park in Luneta on Feb. 13, 2026. The Valentine-themed installation features selfie mirrors and themed photo booths, which provide a unique backdrop to the historic Manila landmark. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN

HEARTS IN THE PARK

February 13, 2026

The St. Scholastica's College in Manila dance to One Billion Rising as it renews its commitment to ending violence against women on Feb. 13, 2026. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN

ANNUAL COMMITMENT

February 13, 2026

Manila City Mayor Francisco 'Isko Moreno' Domagoso, passes by honor guards during the 125th Founding Anniversary celebration of the Manila Police District (MPD), at its headquarters at UN Avenue, on Feb. 13, 2026. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

February 13, 2026

Thousands of Filipino couples flock to the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Feb. 13, 2026, as The Wedding Library’s Bridal Fair 2026 opens its doors, transforming the massive halls into the ultimate wedding wonderland. As the country's premier bridal fair of choice and the largest event of its kind this year, the fair hosts over 350 top-tier suppliers from bespoke designers and renowned caterers to wedding photographers and grand venues offering a one stop shop experience for those planning their big day. The expo will run until Feb. 15, 2026. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

February 13, 2026

Faculty and students from the Chiang Kai Shek College in Tondo, Manila, watch a colorful dragon dance performance, on Feb. 13, 2026, five days ahead of the Chinese New Year celebration. According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

GALLOPING FOR LUCK

February 13, 2026

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Special Features

Beyond building houses: Uplifting Filipino lives by creating stable, inclusive and resilient communities nationwide

High-speed trains, airports, expressways across China ready for Spring Festival travel rush

A Home as a National Commitment

Love comes in many forms on Valentine’s Day

Modern Valentine’s Day trivia

HACKATHON WINNERS Winners of ‘AI in UX Fintech Hackathon’ pose for a photo with Home Credit executive officers and human resources team. PHOTO FROM HOME CREDIT PHILIPPINES

Home Credit PH champions AI innovation, talent devt with first fintech hackathon

Yakult 10 Miler is back

vivo turns Valentine’s into all-day love with V60 Lite

Wooyoung Cho crowned PGC champion, organizers hail BingoPlus partnership

Kidlat Tahimik feted in MET Gallery’s first National Artist exhibit for 2026

At the heart of the story are the Fernandez brothers — Gio (Brent Manalo), Martin (Ralph de Leon) and Francis (Will Ashley) — who reunite following the death of the father they never knew. PHOTOS FROM GMA NETWORK

‘Secrets of Hotel 88’ brings romance and intrigue as PBB winners reunite

Love on the big screen

JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s love story now on Disney+

‘Stars On The Floor Season 2’ returns with expanded collaboration

Catriona Gray opens up on canceled engagement with Sam Milby, confirms she’s currently dating

The ‘Love Yourself’ roasted vegetable pasta is an IBS-friendly, dairy-free and gluten-free option for date nights. PHOTOS FROM DLS-CSB

BTS-inspired pasta recipe for Valentine’s

Music as a compatibility check in Spotify’s new feature

A peek into modern dating trends

MyDiamond launches White Halo collection at SM Aura Premier

Forever missed, always remembered

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The Sunday Times

Bella Concepcion and the business of becoming

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

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 13, 2026

PHOTO FROM VINGROUP

Fast Times

Vingroup and Vinhomes named to Time’s Asia-Pacific’s Best Companies of 2026

The tides are turning for global shipping. With Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd resuming Suez Canal transits, we’re seeing a phased approach to restoring efficiency in the global supply chain. PHOTO FROM MAERSK

Maritime

Maersk and Hapag- Lloyd return to Suez

By Carmela I. Huelar - February 11, 2026

Build & Design

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

By Michele T. Logarta - February 10, 2026

DMPI workers harvest pineapples. SCREENGRAB FROM DEL MONTE’S KITCHENOMICS YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Green Industries

Del Monte PH: a century of stewardship

By J. Albert Gamboa - February 14, 2026

Information Systems students from the Benilde School of Management and Information Technology (SMIT) emerged victorious at the recently concluded Hackamare AI Hackathon 2025. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Campus Press

Techies present AI solutions to health care services

By The Manila Times - February 13, 2026

Juanito Duhaylungsod
Chairman
Alyansang Nagkahiusa Alang sa Kalamboan Multi-Purpose Cooperative

Boardroom Watch

Rebel with a cause

By Apipa Bagumbaran - February 13, 2026

Ernesto Brown of the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture presents the project titled ‘Reaping the Benefits: Evaluation of RCEF-RESP 2019-2024,’ showing the positive impact of the program on rice farmers. DA-ATI PHOTO

Agribusiness

Searca-led valuation shows RCEF-RESP boosts PH rice farmers' productivity and profitability

By Leander C. Domingo - February 12, 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

SALT POWER Sodium-ion batteries will not replace lithium-ion batteries but will provide an efficient and affordable option. IMAGE FROM CATL

Science & Technology

Sodium-Ion batteries is the next phase of EV electrification

By Raymond Gregory Tribdino - February 14, 2026

Sunday Business & IT

FIFA taps Aleph for World Cup 2026 commercialization in the Philippines

By J.G. Amor - February 13, 2026