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Malacañang announces free toll at NLEx starting Sept 2

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

A 400-meter ultra large container vessel berthing at Contecon Manzanillo's newly approved 15.5-meter draft berth at the Port of Manzanillo, Mexico. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

Maritime

Contecon Manzanillo can now handle ultra-large vessels

By The Manila Times Maritime Team

HOSTILE WITNESS
Lawyer Michael Poa takes the witness stand during the 21st day of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial inside the Philippine Senate on Sept. 2 2026. Former Education undersecretary Michael Poa was declared a 'hostile witness' by the impeachment court, citing his close relationship with Duterte. PHOTO BY RENE DILAN

Prosecution, Defense argue over witness 'who knows nothing’ in impeachment trial

By James Daniel Danio and Catherine S. Valente

WITH BANNER Col. Manaros Boransing II takes the witness stand on Sept. 1, 2026. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

‘DepEd under Duterte duped Army, auditors’

By Kristina Maralit , James Daniel Danio and Catherine S. Valente

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Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Col. Manaros Boransing II takes the witness stand during the 20th day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial inside the Senate, on Sept. 1, 2026. The prosecution is establishing through Boransing that the Philippine Army's 1st Infantry Division conducted eight Youth Leadership Summits (YLS) and 53 Information Education Campaign activities in 2023 without receiving any financial support, monetary rewards, or funding from DepEd. This directly challenges the claim that DepEd confidential funds were utilized for those military-led youth activities. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

No confidential funds released to Army from DepEd for youth activities, says witness

By Catherine S. Valente

Prosecution, Defense argue over witness 'who knows nothing’ in impeachment trial

‘DepEd under Duterte duped Army, auditors’

No confidential funds released to Army from DepEd for youth activities, says witness

Today's Weather, 11 A.M. | Sept. 2, 2026

Man tied to tree, stabbed repeatedly

Photo by Xiaomiui

Major China smartphone makers increase prices

Alex Eala AFP PHOTO

Alex Eala begins US Open campaign

When reality meets ideology

CUTE CREATURE This illustration picture shows a European hamster crawling out of its burrow on a field in Mannheim, Germany, 02 July 2014. EPA FILE PHOTO

Japan arrests man twice for hamster massacres

Alexandra vs. Oleksandra: Eala eyes payback win in US Open 2nd round

Hollywood Walk of Fame shares glimpse of Lea Salonga’s star

‘Barangay New York’ catches Alex Eala off guard

Quiban returns, sets sights on ICTSI Summit Point crown

Former Public works chief clinically stable, says PNPGH

Venezuela’s main airport partially resumes commercial flights after deadly earthquakes

OVP seeks P785M budget for 2027, 11% lower than 2026 allocation

'Aura farming': The video game-inspired youth trend sweeping Latin America

Malacañang announces free toll at NLEx starting Sept 2

Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial with defendant facing potential death penalty

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Worst flooding under the worst presidency

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Alternatives to democracy?

By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Marlen V. Ronquillo

A Time to Till

‘Talipanpan,’ an ancient Kapampangan word, and the impeachment trial

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Remedies against a catcaller

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: ‘DepEd under Duterte duped Army, auditors’ | September 2, 2026

HEADLINES: ‘DepEd under Duterte duped Army, auditors’ | September 2, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

ACCUSING FINGERS

Subsidy reform should be addressed in budget process

From the Region to the World

When reality meets ideology

Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

Centrist Democracy Political Institute

We keep changing presidents. How is that working out?

By Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr.

Postcards From The Future

Open spaces for all

By Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr.

Daphne Oseña-Paez

Urbanista

When Salcedo becomes a lifestyle

By Daphne Oseña-Paez

Bong Habana Ruado

From the edge to No. 2: How Bam Aquino outran the 2025 Senate surveys

By Bong Habana Ruado

Vice President Sara Duterte. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

OVP seeks P785M budget for 2027, 11% lower than 2026 allocation

Prosecution, Defense argue over witness 'who knows nothing’ in impeachment trial

Marcos: Climate change measures needed

SIM card registration law ineffective, PNP says

Lacson bill to create OMB marshal service

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Man tied to tree, stabbed repeatedly

Mindanao under NGCP yellow status

Mayor defends decision on Monterrazas

Collapse of 2 bridges triggers panic buying

1,215 wanted persons nabbed in CLuzon

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Venezuela’s main airport partially resumes commercial flights after deadly earthquakes

Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial with defendant facing potential death penalty

Nicaraguan Congress to approve reform banning opposition from elections on Tuesday

Argentines contest British-Israeli oil project near Falklands

Iran strikes back against latest US attacks

OpenAI to launch new model with 'stronger safeguards' after hack

Peso plunges to new record low of P62.4:$1

Go sees P10B loss from systems loss VAT removal

Factory output growth fastest in nearly 10 years

Debt service burden rises to $6.2B as of end-May

Alex Eala (left) and Oleksandra Oliynykova AFP PHOTOS

Alexandra vs. Oleksandra: Eala eyes payback win in US Open 2nd round

‘Barangay New York’ catches Alex Eala off guard

Quiban returns, sets sights on ICTSI Summit Point crown

Alex Eala's many fans descend on US Open, bearing Filipino flags and lots of love

Eala rises to career-high No. 16 in WTA live rankings after US Open first round win

Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Col. Manaros Boransing II takes the witness stand during the 20th day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial inside the Philippine Senate, on Sept. 1, 2026. The prosecution is establishing through Boransing that the Philippine Army's 1st Infantry Division conducted eight Youth Leadership Summits (YLS) and 53 Information Education Campaign activities in 2023 without receiving financial support, monetary rewards, or funding from DepEd. This directly challenges the claim that DepEd confidential funds were utilized for those military-led youth activities. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

DAY 20: COLONELS TAKE STAND

September 1, 2026

A dense layer of haze blankets the Metro Manila skyline, as smoke from forest fires in Indonesia reaches parts of the Philippines on Sept. 1, 2026. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN AND JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

INDONESIAN SMOG

September 1, 2026

Tourism Secretary Ma. Bernardita Angara-Mathay, joined by Assistant Secretary for Branding and Marketing Communications Office Armand Lorenze V. Sapitan, and Travellers International Hotel Group Inc. President and CEO Nilo Thaddeus Rodriguez, alongside Newport World Resorts Senior Vice President for Marketing Michelle Christine Suarez, sign a Memorandum of Understanding on Sept. 1, 2026, in Makati City. The partnership formalizes a shared effort to strengthen entertainment as a core pillar of Philippine tourism by centering live performances, cultural productions, culinary experiences, and leisure attractions to drive longer stays and repeat travel. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

TOURISM AGREEMENT

September 1, 2026

Sen. JV Ejercito answers media questions during a press briefing inside the Philippine Senate, on Sept. 1, 2026. Ejercito provided updates on the ongoing hearings for the proposed 2027 national budget. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

September 1, 2026

Manila Mayor Isko Moreno and Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte receive sacks of rice donated by the office of Sen. Erwin Tulfo, represented by Deputy Chief of Staff Francis Tulfo, during separate turnover ceremonies on Sept. 1, 2026. The rice will be distributed as relief to residents affected by recent floods in the city caused by monsoon rains. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN AND ISMAEL DE JUAN

September 1, 2026

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Special Features

PNU celebrates 125th anniversary of Philippine Normal School

Growth on a sure footing

Innovations and initiatives driving industry growth

InLife rewrites the insurance playbook with digital power and bank partnerships

AIA Philippines and BPI AIA rank No. 1 in the Philippines for having the highest combined number of MDRTs

POWERING UP. (from left) Category Director for Electronics Mishie dela Cruz, Category Director for Fashion Joey Bienvenida, Category Director for FMCG Raphael Pineda, Category Director for General Merchandise Janet Basa and Head of Communications Portia Trinidad lead the conversation in discussing the shift in consumer preferences in online shopping. PHOTO BY ANGELO DEL PRADO

Intentional shopping, AI integration caps Lazada Seller Conference 2026

LMP, Tesda, Aboitiz Foundation bring opportunities closer

The 18th RTF in Barmm generates P46.9M in sales

National Problem Gambling Helpline expands access to 24/7

NCCA Chairman Eric Zerrudo graces ‘Hanag’ art exhibit

Lea Salonga’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star. PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/ HWDWALKOFFAME

Hollywood Walk of Fame shares glimpse of Lea Salonga’s star

Elijah Canlas confirms Miles Ocampo breakup, denies third-party rumors

Big stars, bold stories headline Puregold CinePanalo 2026

Ryu and Ken’s rivalry takes center stage in new ‘Street Fighter’ movie trailer

Philippines to announce Oscar entry on Sept. 4

Filipina tennis star Alex Eala PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/ALEX.EALA

Alex Eala’s style icon is Maria Sharapova

The Filipino ‘superfood’ all-stars

How a play area can help children feel less afraid of clinic visits

Joey Marquez keeps it all in the family

Acer marks 50 years with push into AI, enterprise tech

Nelsito Gomez as C.S.Lewis CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/REAMUR DAVID

The Sunday Times

Nelsito Gomez: Carving out his own theatrical path

Where Davao locals like to eat

Cebu towns present versions of lechon

Samal Island gets a nod as resort earns readers’ choice nomination

GTBA, OneKlik honor trailblazers at 3rd Ambassador of the Year Awards

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. presents the Order of Sikatuna to Japanese Ambassador Kazuya Endo. With them is during his farewell call at Malacañang Palace on Aug. 27 is the ambassador’s wife, Akiko Endo. PHOTOS FROM JAPANESE EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Japan envoy Endo pays farewell call on Marcos, receives Order of Sikatuna

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of September 01, 2026

The updated Lexus RZ gets a larger 74.69-kWh battery, with the RZ 500e offering up to 460 km of claimed WLTC driving range.

Fast Times

Lexus updates UX, RZ for 2026

By Isaac Atienza - September 1, 2026

A 400-meter ultra large container vessel berthing at Contecon Manzanillo's newly approved 15.5-meter draft berth at the Port of Manzanillo, Mexico. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

Maritime

Contecon Manzanillo can now handle ultra-large vessels

By The Manila Times Maritime Team - September 2, 2026

Applying a stencil to the finished product at the facility. PHOTO FROM TASC

Build & Design

Asphalt solution combats climate change impacts

By Michele T. Logarta - September 1, 2026

Plant-based dishes served in a restaurant. PHOTO FROM MARIELLE LAGULAY

Green Industries

Philippine hotels gain momentum with plant-based menus to boost sustainability efforts

By Cora Llamas - August 29, 2026

Since AI can produce incorrect information, fabricated quotations and oversimplified narratives, users must verify sources, examine context, and question its conclusions, says Mighty Magulang. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Campus Press

A time to be ‘judgmental’

By Pocholo Concepcion - August 27, 2026

Boardroom Watch

Seeds of change

By Alexander Lopez - August 28, 2026

The Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) under the Department of Agriculture is boosting Nueva Ecija’s dairy sector with two herd buildup initiatives with five female buffaloes turned over to IGB’s Women Association in General Tinio, and 21 purebred dairy buffaloes entrusted to 16 members of Pulong Buli Multi-Purpose Coop in Santo Domingo and Quezon. PCC PHOTO

Agribusiness

Carabao center expands buffalo entrustment in Nueva Ecija

By Leander C. Domingo - August 28, 2026

Calbayog City Mayor Raymund Uy personally accepts the awards, along with representatives from Apoy Benit Cacao Agricultural Farming, during the awarding ceremony on Feb. 20, 2026. PHOTO BY LORO

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Dean of chocolates

By Aaron A. Cotejar - August 30, 2026

Science & Technology

How two glacier disasters devastated Nepal

By Deriq Bernard - August 29, 2026

Sunday Business & IT

OpenAI to launch new model with 'stronger safeguards' after hack

By Associated Press - September 2, 2026