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Manila court issues travel ban vs Estrada, Bonoan, three others linked to flood control scam
By Allen Limos
Expats & Diplomats
US, PH celebrate 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026
By Leander C. Domingo
Bribery seen as most common form of corruption in govt – Octa survey
By Franco Jose C. Baroña
Revilla refuses to enter plea in malversation case
By Reina C. Tolentino
PDP: Go, ‘Bato’ indictment illegal
By Kristina Maralit
Bribery seen as most common form of corruption in govt – Octa survey
Revilla refuses to enter plea in malversation case
PDP: Go, ‘Bato’ indictment illegal
Today's Weather, 5 P.M. | Feb. 16, 2026
Editors' Picks
Malasakit centers struggle to provide aid to patients
Cannabis smoke fills air as Nepal marks festival
PSA to honor Athletes of the Year Yulo, Eala
China court: Drivers still responsible despite autonomous vehicle
Fastly expands APJ footprint as bot traffic rises across global web
Latest Stories
Nearly 5K PH, US, Japan army personnel to join training exercise
Manila court issues travel ban vs Estrada, Bonoan, three others linked to flood control scam
Baltazar joins Gilas Pilipinas training pool
Iran FM in Geneva for second round of US talks
Junior Altas outplay Light Bombers in NCAA
Mandaue Chamber of Commerce welcomes its first female president
Today's Weather, 5 P.M. | Feb. 16, 2026
WATCH: PH govt to cooperate should ICC issue warrants for Bato, Go — Palace
Sotto, QMB not playing for Gilas in window 2
WATCH: Revilla refuses to enter plea in malversation case
Opinion On Page One
An EEZ is not sovereign territory, stupid!
By Rigoberto D. Tiglao
Ashes
By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino
First Things First
Debating the West Philippine Sea
By Francisco S. Tatad
Legal Advice
DEAR PAO
When is a regime of complete separation of property mandatory in marriages?
By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta
Keep up with the times
HEADLINES: PDP: Go, ‘Bato’ indictment illegal | Feb 16, 2026
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EDITORIAL CARTOON
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EDITORIAL
Gaining a foothold in the quest for climate justice
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More On Opinion
How PH’s international alignments risk its economic future
By Dan Steinbock
Resurgence
Leyte communities say ‘No,’ to black sand mining
By Marit Stinus-Cabugon
Tea Time
From lawmakers to law-evaders: A Senate in crisis
By Tita C. Valderama
Migrant Matters
Alien earth
By Crispin Aranda
Counterpoint
The International Criminal Court should be abolished
By Salvador S. Panelo
Nation
Malasakit centers struggle to provide aid to patients
Asean Summit should inspire inclusive growth – Concepcion
Philippine Navy's BRP Miguel Malvar joins historic naval drills in India
Interpol backroom warriors fight cybercriminals 'weaponizing' AI
Dizon pushes for speedy completion of infrastructure projects
Regions
Mandaue Chamber of Commerce welcomes its first female president
Ex-Miss PH Earth 2013 runner-up shot dead
Entry of electric taxis in Cebu under review
Australian Navy ship visits Subic to boost Philippine-Australia naval ties
DSWD-NIR rolls out P1.2 billion ECT program for Typhoon Tino victims
World
Iran FM in Geneva for second round of US talks
Europeans push back at US over claim they face 'civilizational erasure'
Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut
Hollywood groups condemn ByteDance's AI video generator, claiming copyright infringement
Teen daughter of a Chicago man detained in an immigration case dies from a rare cancer
Business
Stock indices as of February 16, 2026
Growth slump seen prompting rate cut
Range-bound trading likely ahead of BSP meet
DEPDev exec: Govt to craft flexible work arrangement bill
SSS reserve fund tops P1T as net income jumps in 2025
Sports
Baltazar joins Gilas Pilipinas training pool
Junior Altas outplay Light Bombers in NCAA
Sotto, QMB not playing for Gilas in window 2
LeBron still unclear on NBA future: 'I have no idea'
Young USA Stars beat Stripes in NBA All-Star tourney final
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Special Features
SM Supermalls brings February job fairs nationwide, making job search easier for Filipinos
Bridging inclusive health care for 31 years
PhilHealth highlights primary care gains through 'Yakap' for NHIP Month
Hearts, hopes and huge savings: How to maximize the CNY and Valentine’s celebration during the Great Northern Sale at SM North EDSA
Beyond building houses: Uplifting Filipino lives by creating stable, inclusive and resilient communities nationwide
TMT Newswire
Legarda pushes resilient growth strategy amid pressing economic realities
DepEd hails PBBM for prioritizing classroom building, anti-child abuse bills
Ride into the Year of Fortune at Diamond Hotel Philippines
How women in STEM drive national development
Songs for Selina’ to debut in Philippine cinemas next month
Entertainment
Michelle Dee files cyber libel complaint vs. Xian Gaza
Sunshine Garcia praises husband Alex Castro amid Alvin Aragon criticism
Priscilla Meirelles confirms divorce with John Estrada, still hopeful for love
‘Secrets of Hotel 88’ brings romance and intrigue as PBB winners reunite
Love on the big screen
Lifestyle
Carlo Evaristo unveils new jewelry collection
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
The Sunday Times
Kim Molina and Jerald Napoles enter their next act
Dining options beyond Valentine’s Day
Luck and love at play at Solaire Resort North’s offerings
A week of Albay flavors
A steady presence
Expats & Diplomats
Taiwanese Association marks 20th anniversary in Manila
Stock Watch
Stock indices as of February 16, 2026
Fast Times
Vingroup and Vinhomes named to Time’s Asia-Pacific’s Best Companies of 2026
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
Green Industries
Del Monte PH: a century of stewardship
By J. Albert Gamboa
- February 14, 2026
Campus Press
Techies present AI solutions to health care services
By The Manila Times
- February 13, 2026
Boardroom Watch
Rebel with a cause
By Apipa Bagumbaran
- February 13, 2026
Agribusiness
Searca-led valuation shows RCEF-RESP boosts PH rice farmers' productivity and profitability
By Leander C. Domingo
- February 12, 2026
Keep in View
Perk of the job
By Nora L. Molde
- February 15, 2026
Science & Technology
Sodium-Ion batteries is the next phase of EV electrification
By Raymond Gregory Tribdino
- February 14, 2026
Sunday Business & IT
Data recovery seen as critical as cyber risks rise in the Philippines
By Ira James
- February 16, 2026
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