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A SWAT member of Tacloban City Police man the gates of the San Jose National High School in Barangay 84, San Jose, Tacloban City on Monday, June 22, 2026 after a school shooting incident killed 3 students and injured 7 others. PHOTO BY NESTOR L. ABREMATEA

2 students in police custody after school shooting in Tacloban City kills 3

By Associated Press

Participants in the Asean English Leadership Forum gather on the iconic grand staircase of the Philippine Normal University during a site visit. PHOTOS FROM US EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

US-led forum sets EMI, AI roadmap for Asean schools

By Leander C. Domingo

SAN JOSE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL-TACLOBAN CITY/FACEBOOK

3 killed, 5 injured in shooting at Tacloban High School

Vice President Sara Duterte. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

Impeach pre-trial conference resumes

By Bernadette E. Tamayo and Reina C. Tolentino

‘Francisco’ intensifies into a typhoon

By Arlie O. Calalo

3 killed, 5 injured in shooting at Tacloban High School

Impeach pre-trial conference resumes

‘Francisco’ intensifies into a typhoon

WATCH: Marcos orders probe, tighter security after Tacloban school shooting

Alex Eala WTA PHOTO

Alex Eala secures No. 29 seeding at Wimbledon

Joseph Noel M. Estrada

Stabbing incidents in Cavite: A wake-up call for schools and parents

France restricts alcohol use amid heat wave

In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on June 18, 2026, vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices tumbled after Trump and his Iranian counterpart separately signed their accord to end the Middle East war, with the Strait of Hormuz to reopen but two months of negotiations lying ahead. (Photo by AMIRHOSSEIN KHORGOOEI / ISNA / AFP) /

Strait of Hormuz closed again as US, Iran talks begin

Lalay Ramos Jimenez

How do we rebuild trust?

WATCH: Marcos orders probe, tighter security after Tacloban school shooting

2 students in police custody after school shooting in Tacloban City kills 3

Today's Weather, 5 P.M. | Jun. 22, 2026

Ageless Messi has World Cup scoring record in his sights

Oil firms to implement big-time price rollback on Tuesday

WATCH: 3 killed, 5 hurt in shooting at Tacloban high school

Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon in her tennis comeback at age 44

We’re having a baby — Kai Sotto

Prosecutors name legal spokesman for VP Sara impeachment trial

Signal No. 1 up in Batanes, Cagayan as Typhoon Francisco intensifies

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

The Devil’s finest trick

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

The wages of war

By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

PH government losing the narrative – an international perspective

By Dan Steinbock

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Grave threat can also be committed by way of hand gestures

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: Impeachment pre-trial conference resumes | June 22, 2026

HEADLINES: Impeachment pre-trial conference resumes | June 22, 2026

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Digital Edition

GOING IN CIRCLES

Suu Kyi's release key to peace formula for Myanmar

Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Resurgence

Cebu’s high inflation and the specter of deep poverty

By Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Joseph Noel M. Estrada

THE LEGAL MIND

Stabbing incidents in Cavite: A wake-up call for schools and parents

By Joseph Noel M. Estrada

Migrant Matters

US citizens have no right to bring spouses, family members to America

By Crispin Aranda

Salvador S. Panelo

Counterpoint

Circus has ended

By Salvador S. Panelo

Veritas

The alarming rise of HIV cases in the Philippines: Why we cannot look away

In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on June 18, 2026, vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices tumbled after Trump and his Iranian counterpart separately signed their accord to end the Middle East war, with the Strait of Hormuz to reopen but two months of negotiations lying ahead. (Photo by AMIRHOSSEIN KHORGOOEI / ISNA / AFP) /

Strait of Hormuz closed again as US, Iran talks begin

DOLE shifts TUPAD program to sustainable livelihood for lasting impact

Marcos allocates P3B more for repatriation of OFWs

24 Filipinos detained in Russia return home

LTO rejects Dermalog’s bid to renew contract

An investigator from the Scene of the Crime Operatives secure the crime scene where the radio broadcaster’s vehicle was shot by two unidentified gunmen on June 22, 2026. PHOTO COURTESY OF BASKOG RADYO/FACEBOOK

Radio broadcaster survives assassination attempt in Roxas City

Marcos to inspect infrastructure projects in Cebu

African Swine Fever detected in Capiz towns, prompts strict biosecurity measures

DA launches Animal Vaccine Development Program to boost livestock industry

DPWH completes Samar and Iloilo infrastructure projects ahead of sked

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, left, and Switzerland's Foreign Minister Federal councillor Ignazio Cassis, right, shake hands at bilateral discussions at the Buergenstock resort in Obbuergen, near Lucerne, Switzerland, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (Urs Flueeler/Keystone via AP)

US-Iran negotiations expected through the night after Trump shakes talks with threats

Qatar factory explosion injures 54 — interior ministry

Trump-backed candidate wins razor-tight Colombia presidential election

Japan to raise visa fees

Trump say repairs to begin 'immediately' for Washington pool renovation

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Infrastructure spending yet to recover as of April

BSP seen pausing if inflation reverses

Global cues, policy signals to drive investor sentiment

BOP swings to surplus in May; remains in deficit year to date

Asean a partner, not just a market – DTI to Russia

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi practices during an MD-1 training session at the Sporting KC Training Centre in Kansas City on June 21, 2026, on the eve of the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria. AFP PHOTO

Ageless Messi has World Cup scoring record in his sights

Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon in her tennis comeback at age 44

We’re having a baby — Kai Sotto

Alex Eala thrilled to team up with legend Venus Williams in Bad Homburg doubles

Alex Eala surges to world No. 30 in WTA official rankings

USA DEFEATS SERBIA

June 21, 2026

Anton Sasaki, 21, joins dozens of skateboard enthusiasts at the Quezon Memorial Circle on Sunday, June 21, 2026. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

SKATEBOARD ENTHUSIASTS

June 21, 2026

Families spend Sunday, Father’s Day, at the Quezon City Memorial Circle on June 21, 2026. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

CELEBRATING FATHERS

June 21, 2026

Photos taken on June 20, 2026 show the remains of a huge tree felled by Typhoon Kristine in 2024 blocking the sidewalk along the Service Road of Roxas Boulevard in Manila. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

June 21, 2026

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June 20, 2026

DAD’S DAY OUT Families stroll across Luneta in Manila, while a father spends quality time with his two daughters in Las Piñas City on June 14, 2025, ahead of Father’s Day on June 15. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN AND MIKE ALQUINTO

Special Features

The many faces and facets of fatherhood

The road ahead is fatherhood

SM Pride takeover: Your main-character moment starts here

Xinhua think tank report highlights Chinese youth role in aerospace, deep-sea tech, AI innovation

SM officially hands over Henry Sy Sr. Hall to San Francisco High School in QC

JEWELMER MUSES Five elegant women epitomize the timeless elegance of golden South Sea pearls. EDSA SHANGRI-LA MANILA PHOTOS

‘A Pearl Affair’ – an afternoon of refined luxury

PH named World No. 1 Retirement Destination in 2026 Retirement Abroad Index

Wing.ph offers welcome bonus with more rewards from Day 1

DOST Ilocos Region recognized as valued partner in advancing open governance

SNAP highlights watershed, environmental conservation on World Environment Day

Ian de Leon SCREENSHOT PHOTO FROM GMA/FAST TALK WITH BOY ABUNDA

Ian de Leon fires back at Lotlot, defends handling of Nora Aunor's legacy

BINI, SB19, Sophia Laforteza and Lea Salonga lead Filipino talent in ‘Forgotten Island’ soundtrack

Lotlot de Leon denies inheritance motive amid family rift

Caprice, Heath lead Gen Z drama ‘You’re My Favorite Song’

The 9th Eddys rolls out red carpet for Filipino film excellence

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Gift ideas for every kind of dad

BlueWater Day Spa unveils wellness offerings, welcomes Janeena Chan

A night of glamour and giving at Evelyn Elliott 74th birthday

SM Beauty marks Pride Month with nationwide campaign

Curated Father's Day offers across SM Hotels

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The Sunday Times

Michael V.'s greatest legacy

Pizza and beer options for dads

Father’s Day feasts and pours

When fresh is best

Drea Castro brings ‘Nurse the Dead’ to life

Participants in the Asean English Leadership Forum gather on the iconic grand staircase of the Philippine Normal University during a site visit. PHOTOS FROM US EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

US-led forum sets EMI, AI roadmap for Asean schools

By Leander C. Domingo - June 22, 2026

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of June 17, 2026

Fast Times

The dangerous myth of a richer Philippines

By Ira Panganiban - June 16, 2026

Maritime

Marina partners with 25 manning agencies for June 25 job fair

By Genivi Verdejo - June 21, 2026

CLI expands into Luzon with a 70-hectare Dasmariñas, Cavite, site. From left: CLI VP for Business Development Luzon Eric Tan, Senior VP and Chief Legal Officer Larri-Nil Veloso, Executive Chairman Jose Soberano III, President and CEO Franco Soberano, and Senior Manager for Business Development Jose Gabriel Soberano. PHOTOS FROM CLI

Build & Design

Cebu Landmasters plans national expansion with new leadership and record-breaking growth

By Michele T. Logarta - June 16, 2026

The acceleration of sustainability features in the office market. IMAGE FROM CBRE PHILIPPINES

Green Industries

Sustainability in Metro Manila office market becomes baseline in 2026 green building trend

By Cora Llamas - June 20, 2026

'Pasts Revisited' is an exhibit that recalls the love story of Renato Constantino and Letizia Roxas Constantino, two Filipinos who wrote together as a couple to decolonize the nation. PHOTOS COURTESY OF GILIW/CONSTANTINO FOUNDATION

Campus Press

Usable history, romance in ‘Pasts Revisited ’

By The Manila Times Staff - June 18, 2026

GenPrime Fertility Manila is designed as a dedicated, end-to-end clinic where patients can start with questions, access diagnostics and receive treatment in one continuous flow, feeling supported both medically and emotionally throughout the process.

Boardroom Watch

By Leah Salterio - June 19, 2026

In partnership with the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech), the municipal government of Laur in Nueva Ecija will establish a rice mill that will benefit farmers in the area who need post-harvest facilities. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Agribusiness

Nueva Ecija town gets PhilMech village-type rice mill to cut post-harvest costs

By Leander C. Domingo - June 18, 2026

Keep in View

Hitting the mark

By Hilda Austria - June 21, 2026

Science & Technology

Why the seabed in Mindanao rose by two meters

By Deriq Bernard - June 20, 2026

Visitors stand at the 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' video game booth by Ubisoft during the media day at the Gamescom video games trade fair in Cologne, western Germany on August 21, 2024. According to organisers, around 1400 exhibitors from 64 countries will be presenting their products during the fair running until August 25, 2024. (Photo by Ina FASSBENDER / AFP)

Sunday Business & IT

Ubisoft co-founder killed in plane crash in western France

By Associated Press - June 21, 2026