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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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Former president Rodrigo Duterte's spokesman Salvador Panelo. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Panelo: No role in crafting Duterte’s defense at ICC

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

The console and transmission tunnel are CNC-milled from solid aluminum, emphasizing structural precision over decorative trim.

Fast Times

One-off Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage celebrates 20 years of Veyron

By Fast Times Team

WATCHERS Relatives of alleged extrajudicial killing victims watch the confirmation of charges hearing against former president Rodrigo Duterte in Manila on Feb. 23, 2026. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

ICC prosecutors outline charges vs Duterte

By Franco Jose C. Baroña and Izel Abanilla

Chief defense attorney Nicholas Kaufman attends a hearing on the provisional release of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the Netherlands, November 28, 2025. EPA/LINA SELG / POOL

Kaufman assails ‘selective evidence,’ political motives in Duterte ICC confirmation of charges hearing

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

A protester hold a banner reading "ICC do not let money stand between democracy, free Duterte" during a demonstration in support of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. AFP PHOTO

Duterte authorized murders, ICC told as hearings open

By Agence France-Presse

ICC prosecutors outline charges vs Duterte

Kaufman assails ‘selective evidence,’ political motives in Duterte ICC confirmation of charges hearing

Duterte authorized murders, ICC told as hearings open

WATCH: Church, government, private sector unite to boost transparency in infrastructure projects

Alex Eala POC PHOTO

Eala surges to new career-high 31st in WTA rankings

RETALIATION A man riding a bicycle takes a photo of a burned truck, allegedly set on fire by organized crime groups, on a highway in Jalisco state, Mexico on Feb. 22, 2026. AFP Photo

Mexico’s top drug cartel leader killed

BARMM officials hit Tulfo's 'Muslim' tag on CAAP exec's killers

(From left) Alan McAlex, Farhan Akhtar, Paddington Bear, Lakshmipriya Devi, and Ritesh Sidhwani with the award for Children’s and Family Film for ‘Boong.’

‘One Battle After Another’ wins six awards at BAFTA

Senate Foreign Relations Panel Chairman Erwin Tulfo and Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro meet with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan. The officials discussed maintaining open communication lines between the Philippines and China through diplomatic channels. PHOTO COURTESY OF OFFICE OF SEN. ERWIN TULFO

Tulfo says China will sign Code of Conduct for South China Sea

Centeno settles for runner-up finish at Las Vegas Open

Ukraine marks four years since Russian invasion

US says China 'massively expanded' nuclear arsenal

Trump threatens countries that would 'play games' with tariffs

YouTube exec says goal was viewer value not addiction

NKorea leader's sister promoted at party congress

Australian PM seeks removal of UK's Andrew from line of succession

Interim president says Venezuelans welcome to return after amnesty law

Gilas Pilipinas eager to ‘protect homecourt’ — Cone

Pacquiao-Mayweather rematch set September 20

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

Vendetta or vision: Duterte’s politics of grievance vs image of Marcos and Robredo united in service

By Antonio Contreras

Orlando Mercado

O RLY?

Teaching minds to bend, not break

By Orlando Mercado

Rough Trade

The geopolitics of blasphemy

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Graduates with Latin honors are exempted from the Civil Service Examination

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: ‘ICC prosecutors outline charges vs Duterte’ | Feb 24, 2026

HEADLINES: ‘ICC prosecutors outline charges vs Duterte’ | Feb 24, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

NOTHING CHANGED

Govt projects are not vanity plaques

Rafael Alunan III

Financing freedom, defending sovereignty

By Rafael Alunan III

Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Walking History

Bring back the BRO Code

By Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Charlie V. Manalo

Naked Thought

So, what’s new?

By Charlie V. Manalo

Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Zilch

Duterte as competitive frontrunner

By Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Lloyd C. Bautista

Securitatem Populi

Our national self-doubt

By Lloyd C. Bautista

An exterior view of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the Netherlands. EPA/LINA SELG

Lawmakers say Philippines should rejoin ICC

Local governments get P58B boost for aid, services

Tulfo says China will sign Code of Conduct for South China Sea

DPWH promotions now based on performance, not patronage--Dizon

DOLE labor row mechanism no longer applies to overseas workers

BARMM

BARMM officials hit Tulfo's 'Muslim' tag on CAAP exec's killers

Heirs of original settlers of Baguio mark 17th Ibaloy Day

Guimaras officials oppose boat fare hike

PRO-3 destroys 8K illegal mufflers, seized 4K loose firearms

Olango Island welcomes first desalination plant

A symbolic illumination entitled "Rays of Memory" is projected over the graves of Ukrainian soldiers who died in the war with Russia at the Lychakiv Military Cemetery in Lviv, on February 23, 2026, ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, unleashing the deadliest war in Europe since World War II. (Photo by YURIY DYACHYSHYN / AFP)

Ukraine marks four years since Russian invasion

US says China 'massively expanded' nuclear arsenal

NKorea leader's sister promoted at party congress

Australian PM seeks removal of UK's Andrew from line of succession

Interim president says Venezuelans welcome to return after amnesty law

Members of the media raise their hands to ask questions to US President Donald Trump during a press conference in the Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 20, 2026. US President Donald Trump will hold a press conference Friday to discuss the Supreme Court's ruling against a major part of his tariffs, spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)

Trump threatens countries that would 'play games' with tariffs

YouTube exec says goal was viewer value not addiction

Industrial investment surges on AI, data centres — study

Anthropic at loggerheads with US military over AI use

US AI giants accuse Chinese rivals of mass data theft

Chezka Centeno PREDATOR PRO BILLIARD SERIES FB PHOTO

Centeno settles for runner-up finish at Las Vegas Open

Gilas Pilipinas eager to ‘protect homecourt’ — Cone

Pacquiao-Mayweather rematch set September 20

PVL: High Speed Hitters eye 4th win vs Super Spikers 

Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved her from having her left leg amputated following Olympic crash

Relatives of alleged victims of extrajudicial killings watch the confirmation of charges hearing against former president Rodrigo Duterte at the Catholic Trade Building in Manila on Monday. The International Criminal Court started confirmation of charges hearings on February 23, 2026. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

DUTERTE ICC HEARING

February 23, 2026

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leads the launching of ‘Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Bawat Bayan Makikinabang,’ a national program designed to elevate the National Government’s support for all Local Government Units on February 23, 2026. The program aims to bridge the ‘opportunity gap’ transforming national economic stability into tangible household security. Also present in the event is former vice president and now Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo.PPA POOL PHOTOS / NIÑO JESUS ORBETA

February 23, 2026

Supporters of former president Rodrigo Duterte file a petition for habeas corpus before the Supreme Court on February 23, 2026 as the International Criminal Court began the confirmation of charges against Duterte. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

DUTERTE SUPPORTERS

February 23, 2026

Members of Ibaloy clans in traditional ethnic attire parade along Session Road in Baguio City on February 23, 2026, as part of the 14th Ibaloy Day celebration. The annual event honors the Ibaloys as the city’s original inhabitants and commemorates the landmark 1909 Cariño Doctrine recognizing indigenous native title to ancestral lands. PHOTOS BY HARLEY F. PALANGCHAO

February 23, 2026

National Bureau of Investigation Director Melvin Matibag answers questions of reporters at the Department of Justice on February 23, 2026. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

NBI CHIEF AT DOJ

February 23, 2026

SCHOLARS OF THE NATION In photo are scholars from University of the Philippines – Los Baños. PHOTO FROM SM

Special Features

SM Prime sustains its commitment to future sustainability leaders

On Japan and the Philippines’ enduring friendship

Jimny gets smarter and safer: Iconic 4x4 now equipped with Suzuki Safety Support

How gaming revenues are rebuilding communities

The Other Side of Online Gaming in the Philippines: The Numbers Beyond the Jackpot

HISTORIC DISTINCTION (From left) Bibliotheca Alexandrina Director Dr. Ahmed Zayed, Bibliotheca Alexandrina Laureate Glenn Banaguas of the Philippines and Egyptian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa. PHOTO COURTESY OF GLENN BANAGUAS

PH scientist receives Bibliotheca Alexandrina award in Egypt

BMAP names 2026 officers, board of trustees

RHR achieves 3rd consecutive Great Place To Work certification

Filhome Builders showcases innovation at Belle Cup 2026

DBP, CamSur ink P3.5B loan deal

Tessa Mauricio-Arriola, incoming president of SPEEd

Aktor’s Dingdong Dantes and Iza Calzado to induct new SPEEd officers

‘One Battle After Another’ wins six awards at BAFTA

Mark Herras and the season of survival

Katseye’s Manon to take indefinite hiatus from group activities

Gary Valenciano on Alvin Aragon’s issues: ‘It took me time to learn’

Connie Garcia, Brenda Ngo, Agile Zamora and Chuck Gueco

The Frenzy Group’s Chinese New Year feast

Uniqlo launches Clare Waight Keller’s Spring/Summer 2026 line

Next-gen fashion innovators stage anniversary showcase

Masterclass series highlights Korean skin science, community learning

Fil-Brit Adela Mae Marshall takes center stage as MUPh Muntinlupa 2026

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The Sunday Times

Chrystalle Buen on craft, confidence and conscious design

Driving her own lane

Tagaytay lamb promo goes beyond the usual chops

Eco-sanctuary estate to open in New Clark City

Bergerac and the Filipino’s case for looking beyond capitals

With the collective effort of the Filipino-Chinese community, the Binondo Chinatown lighting project aims to gain wider traction, attracting increased interest from tourists, cultural advocates and the general public. TMT PHOTO

Expats & Diplomats

Filipino-Chinese community powers Binondo heritage lighting initiative Phase 2

By Iza Iglesias - February 23, 2026

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of February 18, 2026

Cliffside views above Santiago Bay deliver some of Camotes’ most photographed sunsets.

Fast Times

Camotes Islands travel guide: Beaches, lakes, caves, and heritage in Cebu's "Lost Horizon of the South"

By Joseph T. Bautista - February 24, 2026

MSC Etoile makes its inaugural call at VICT on Feb. 3, 2026, launching the new Eagle service. PHOTO FROM ICTSI n Participants to the public consultation held in Batangas City reviewed a draft memorandum circular titled ‘Rules and Regulations on the Mandatory Implementation of the Shipping Online Ticketing System for Inter-Island Passenger Ships.’ PHOTO FROM MARINA

Maritime

MSC Eagle service connects VICT to the Americas

By Genivi Verdejo - February 18, 2026

Build & Design

Luxurious living with wellness at its core

By Cora Llamas - February 24, 2026

RECYCLING MADE EASY Through the RDC bins, SM Supermalls is making recycling more accessible while partnering with processing sites to ensure that every waste is made useful again. PHOTO FROM SM

Green Industries

How the SM Green Movement is building a circular, waste-free future

The Greentech team (from left): Raymund Acedera (CEO), Rommel Bernardo (inventor), Rowena Bernardo (global systems and communications), ER Rollan (cofounder). CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Campus Press

UP alumna brings invention to the world

By Pocholo Concepcion - February 19, 2026

Boardroom Watch

By Moises Cruz - February 20, 2026

n Photo shows participants of the Department of Agrarian Reform Farm Business School, a 17-session program designed to equip agrarian reform beneficiaries with essential farming techniques and practical business management skills. DAR PHOTO

Agribusiness

Aurora ARBs benefit from farm business school

By Leander C. Domingo - February 19, 2026

Keep in View

Using your coconut well

By Ace Sapit - February 22, 2026

n EVA sampling and scientific laboratory analysis studying how resins that adsorb hydrophobic proteins and peptides.
IMAGE FROM AHR

Science & Technology

Proteomics: Turning archives into biological labs

By Deriq Bernard - February 21, 2026

Sunday Business & IT

Industrial investment surges on AI, data centres — study

By Agence France-Presse - February 24, 2026