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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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How some SC justices voted on dela Rosa petition against ICC arrest warrant and why

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian delivers the keynote speech during The Manila Times Automotive Forum at The Heritage Hotel Manila. PHOTO BY MIKA DAVID

Fast Times

The Manila Times Auto forum 2026 tackles the Philippines' oil dependence and electric future

By Mika Fernandez-David

Frederick Vida. PNA PHOTO

DOJ subpoenas key govt institutions in expanded probe of ICC warrant on dela Rosa

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

SEARCH FOR SURVIVORS
Rescuers survey the construction site where a multi-storey building collapsed in Angeles City, Pampanga on May 24, 2026, which took the lives of four people. Seventeen others, mostly construction workers who spent the night on the site, are still unaccounted for, authorities said on May 25. PHOTO BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

'Signs of life' detected under rubble of collapsed building as search for survivors continues

By Agence France-Presse

REINFORCEMENT A K-9 (with second man from the top) joins rescuers as they continue search operations at a collapsed building where multiple people are believed to be trapped in Angeles City in Pampanga province, north of Manila, on May 25, 2026. PHOTO BY AP/AARON FAVILA

4 dead, 17 still missing in collapsed building in Angeles City

By Frederick Silverio , Franco Jose C. Baroña , Izel Abanilla and Agence France-Presse

DOJ subpoenas key govt institutions in expanded probe of ICC warrant on dela Rosa

'Signs of life' detected under rubble of collapsed building as search for survivors continues

4 dead, 17 still missing in collapsed building in Angeles City

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | May 26, 2026

An AC Mobility charging station forms part of the growing Philippine EV Spine, which aims to support long-term electric vehicle adoption through a nationwide charging network powered partly by renewable energy. AC MOBILITY PHOTO

EV charging infrastructure seen as key to sustainable electric vehicle growth in the Philippines

The cast of ‘Taskforce Firewall’

‘Taskforce Firewall’ to spotlight growing cybercrime threats

TAKING A BREAK US Secretary of State Marco Rubio shields himself from the heat as he walks alongside his wife Jeanette and US ambassador to India Sergio Gor at the Taj Mahal in Agra on May 25, 2026. AFP Photo

As Iran diplomacy picks up, Rubio tours Taj Mahal

Alex Eala POC PHOTO

Eala eyes breakthrough at French Open

Cebu City evaluates Binaliw landfill reopening

Valdez, Galang lead Alas Pilipinas pool for AVC Women’s Cup

Alex Eala assured of P6 million ahead of French Open opener

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep

DOJ subpoenas key govt institutions in expanded probe of ICC warrant on dela Rosa

Sydney light show called off after malfunctioning drones crash into water

Zubiri apologizes to Inday Badiday's family for dragging name during heated Senate plenary discussions

Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertain

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

The Senate’s invisible hand and the politics of survival

By Antonio Contreras

Orlando Mercado

O RLY?

Impeachment, politics and the Senate on trial

By Orlando Mercado

Rough Trade

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Application for probation

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: 4 dead, 17 still missing in collapsed building in Angeles City | May 26, 2026

HEADLINES: 4 dead, 17 still missing in collapsed building in Angeles City | May 26, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

Good moves at DepEd

The City Builder

Fight the shameless abuse of power

By Arnel Casanova

Lloyd C. Bautista

Securitatem Populi

The free rider problem

By Lloyd C. Bautista

Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Zilch

Reading momentum

By Ma. Lourdes Tiquia

Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Walking History

Notes on public history in the Zoom age

By Michael Charleston "Xiao" B. Chua

Rafael Alunan III

By Rafael Alunan III

RENE DILAN

Cable thief caught in the act through live MMDA Cameras

Imee's 'horrible' video struck off the record

Interpol Red Notice sought for dela Rosa

Defense, energy top priorities in Marcos state visit to Japan

PNP asked to probe possible sabotage of transmission line

DENR-NIR

Cebu City evaluates Binaliw landfill reopening

PRO-6 vows to intensify police visibility

Earthquake rocks Davao Oriental

Labor group urges wage board to reconsider decision

Asean Summit hosting sparks Cebu tourism

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Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

Sydney light show called off after malfunctioning drones crash into water

Strong earthquake hits Chile, no injuries reported

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including missile launch sites

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Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

LFM Properties calls for annual stockholders meeting

Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting of Stockholders of Alliance Select Foods International, Inc.

Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting of Stockholders of Alliance Select Foods International, Inc.

Euro-Med Laboratories Phil. Inc. announces annual stockholders’ meeting

From left: Tots Carlos, Ara Galang, Alyssa Valdez and Ces Molina PVL PHOTOS

Valdez, Galang lead Alas Pilipinas pool for AVC Women’s Cup

Alex Eala assured of P6 million ahead of French Open opener

New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep

Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertain

Carlo Paalam bags gold in Eindhoven Box Cup

Rescuers continue to search for survivors underneath the rubble of a multi-storey building under construction that collapsed in Angeles City, Pampanga on May 23, 2026. At least four people died and 17 others are still missing, authorities said on May 25. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS

May 25, 2026

Relatives of the missing 'sabungeros' from Hagonoy, Bulacan deny claims that they have abandoned the case, saying they have been advised that they were not required to attend the hearing unless they were specifically called upon. They also cited the financial burden of transportation costs, noting that complainants from Bulacan would have to travel to Laguna for the hearing. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

May 25, 2026

A seamstress works on a Philippine flag at Atlas Super Flags in Santa Cruz, Manila, on May 25, 2026. Production is ramping up as the country prepares to celebrate National Flag Day. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN

NEEDLE AND THREAD

May 25, 2026

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visits the Parola Compound fire victims inside the Delpan Sports Complex and Delpan evacuation centers in Manila, on May 25, 2026. Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian joined the President during the visit to about 2,500 families displaced by the massive May 23 fire. PHOTOS MIKE ALQUINTO

MARCOS VISITS FIRE VICTIMS

May 25, 2026

Muslims shop for abayas and muknas at a store in Quiapo, Manila on May 25, 2026, ahead of the Eid al-Adha celebrations on May 27. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN

May 25, 2026

A PANORAMIC VIEW The Saarbrucken Bridge over the Mtkvari river with the Holy Trinity Cathedral in the background in Tbilisi, Georgia. (PHOTO FROM GEORGIA TOURISM)

Special Features

A historic struggle for sovereigntyA historic struggle for sovereignty

Guidelines for Special Grants Fund (SGF) Program of the National Council for Children's Television

Call for Concept Papers for Special Grants Fund (SGF) Program of the National Council for Children's Television

SM, DOE launch energy conservation ONE campaign

China’s robotics industry thrives in the Yangtze River Delta

GYM LAUNCH Anytime Fitness marks the grand opening of its newest corporate branch in Jose Abad Santos, San Juan. PHOTO FROM ANYTIME FITNESS

Anytime Fitness opens newest corporate branch in San Juan City

Clear labels, honest marketing: Solons target hypertension’s silent toll

Gatchalian seeks improved education quality, strengthened governance in LUCs

GSIS welcomes Rolando Toledo as trustee, commends Beatriz Torno’s service

At the turning point of financial inclusion: How Cebuana Lhuillier delivers scale, trust, participation

The cast of ‘Taskforce Firewall’

‘Taskforce Firewall’ to spotlight growing cybercrime threats

Ai-Ai’s prank gone wrong

Filipina singer Gwyn Dorado voices OST for hit K-drama ‘My Royal Nemesis’

Filipino choreographer contributes to LE SSERAFIM’s ‘Boompala’

‘My Hero Academia Final Season’ wins Anime of the Year at 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

During the Solar & Storage Live Philippines 2026 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Integra R.E. showcased a complete portfolio of core components required for solar and storage projects, including solar modules, inverters, energy storage systems, mounting structures, optimizers and solar cables.

More Filipinos explore smarter energy choices amid rising costs

Jennylyn Mercado’s beauty era is also her business era

Boracay pop-up introduces Korean skincare line to local market

PH jewelry brand expands manufacturing network

Paolo and Mags Cue unveil new sportswear brand, Pablo

(Back row, from left) Miss Cosmo 2024 Runner-up Mook Karnruethai Tassabut, Mister Cosmo Philippines 2026 Enzo Bonoan, Miss Cosmo 2025 Yolina Lindquist, Miss Cosmo Philippines 2026 Ysabella Roxas Ysmael, and Miss Cosmo 2025 Runner-up Chelsea Fernandez with Smile Train patients of St. Vincent General Hospital. PHOTOS FROM SMILE TRAIN

The Sunday Times

Smile Train and Miss Cosmo queens champion cleft care awareness

Gaming's biggest night of stars and wishes

A Tagaytay homecoming

PH beauty queens try their hand at live selling

When family conversations about inheritance are mistaken for legal arrangements

(From left) Antiquities Coalition Executive Director Tess David, US Department of State Cultural Heritage Center Senior Analyst Virginia Herrmann, US Embassy Charge d’Affaires, a.i., Y. Robert Ewing, and International Council on Monuments and Sites Philippines Vice President Caroline Marie Quinto Lising. PHOTOS FROM US EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

US, Asean step up cooperation to combat cultural property trafficking in Southeast Asia

By Leander C. Domingo - May 25, 2026

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of May 25, 2026

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian delivers the keynote speech during The Manila Times Automotive Forum at The Heritage Hotel Manila. PHOTO BY MIKA DAVID

Fast Times

The Manila Times Auto forum 2026 tackles the Philippines' oil dependence and electric future

By Mika Fernandez-David - May 26, 2026

Passengers board a ferry boat in Batangas. The Philippine government is rolling out its LAYAG maritime subsidy program to shield sea commuters from rising energy costs caused by conflicts in the Middle East. (Photo courtesy of MARINA)

Maritime

PH government grants ₱200M sea fare subsidy amid energy crisis

By Carmela I. Huelar - May 23, 2026

The performance of the residential condo property market to date. IMAGE FROM COLLIERS PHILIPPINES

Build & Design

Philippine residential condo market faces challenges amid Middle East crisis, inflation concerns

By Michele T. Logarta - May 26, 2026

Workers at the Natural Textile Fiber Innovation Hub-Isabela do the demonstration in banana fiber processing in District 2, Benito Soliven, Isabela. PHOTO BY VINCE JACOB VISAYA

Green Industries

Natural textile fiber hub in Isabela aims for ₱9M yearly income and job creation

By Vince Jacob Visaya - May 23, 2026

Dr. Cielo Magno addresses the ABM and STEM graduates of ASHS Batch 2026. PHOTO FROM THE ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY WEBSITE

Campus Press

‘Education alone is not enough’

By The Manila Times - May 21, 2026

Boardroom Watch

Not as easy as ABC

By Moises Cruz - May 22, 2026

Farmers look at parched rice fields Naic town in Cavite province on April 26, 2026. The weather bureau earlier warned that El Niño could start in June and may persist until early 2027. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Agribusiness

Climate-smart measures pushed for rice farmers

By Leander C. Domingo - May 21, 2026

Keep in View

Going for a spin

By Franz Remar Garion - May 24, 2026

Science & Technology

Tech to solve lead generation concerns of auto dealers now available

CYBER MERCENARY Cybersecurity experts warn that AI-driven attacks and insider threats are becoming harder to detect as cybercriminals increasingly blend into legitimate digital environments. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Sunday Business & IT

AI, insider threats reshape global cyber risks: Microsoft report

By Jing Garcia - May 24, 2026