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Former speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez (right). PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Ombudsman files plunder complaint vs Romualdez

By James Daniel Danio

Department of Health Undersecretary Maylene Beltran and Japan Ambassador for Global Health Teiji Hayashi
PHOTOS FROM JAPANESE EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Japan, Philippines deepen health care cooperation

Former speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez arrives at the Independent Commission for Infrastructure in Taguig City to serve as a resource person in the investigation of flood control projects on October 14, 2025. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Sandiganbayan orders arrest of Romualdez for plunder

By Kristina Maralit

Two-month-old baby who died in 1965 among alleged recipients of OVP’s confidential funds

By Catherine S. Valente

VOTE ON LAW, EVIDENCE
Senate Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Francis Escudero delivers the Senate impeachment Court decision, granting the prosecution's motion to subpoena bank and tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte, husband Manases Carpio and 19 entities from 2007-2021, on Day 7 of the impeachment trial at the Philippine Senate in Pasay City on July 20, 2026. PHOTO MIKE ALQUINTO/FILE

PSA official to testify on Duterte's confidential fund recipient list

By Catherine S. Valente

Sandiganbayan orders arrest of Romualdez for plunder

Two-month-old baby who died in 1965 among alleged recipients of OVP’s confidential funds

PSA official to testify on Duterte's confidential fund recipient list

WATCH: Tulfo questions move to drop Lachica

PHOTO COURTESY OF SEN. PANFILO LACSON'S OFFICE

‘Ghost hunt exposed real ghost projects’

AIR POLLUTION Haze shrouds the Sarawak Legislative Assembly building in Kuching, Borneo Island, on Sept. 5, 2026. AFP PHOTO

Toxic haze grips Borneo island

Alex Eala AFP PHOTO

Eala eyes US Open 4th round vs Jovic

Basilan OIC Provincial Election Supervisor Miguel Roberto dela Peña talks to Police Col. Mannan Muarip, Liaison Officer for Mindanao of the PNP Peace Process and Development Center, during an inspection of official materials at the Datu Dizal Cultural Center in Lamitan City ahead of the Sept. 14 BARMM election . PHOTO COURTESY OF RICHARD FALCATAN, ISABELA CITY

PNP joins electoral board for BARMM polls

PNP flags loopholes in SIM law, orders review

Iran warns South Korea against involvement in Hormuz

Fury claims Joshua bout is off, calls for Usyk trilogy

WATCH: Tulfo questions move to drop Lachica

BOC recommends filing of charges over Bulacan cigarette incident

WATCH: Macalintal asks Gatchalian to listen to stakeholders stand on the postponement of barangay, SK polls

AI could pose 'existential risk to humanity' — UN rights chief

Watch : Ombudsman files plunder raps vs Romualdez

Sandiganbayan orders arrest of Romualdez for plunder

Court dismisses decade-old election case in Mountain Province

WATCH: Marcos mum on VP

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Whom the gods would destroy, they first make mad

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Prosecuting an impeachable official

By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

The West Bank’s ultra-apartheid (and the collusive international silence)

By Dan Steinbock

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

When CCTV cameras violate your right to privacy

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: ‘Senate can vote on VP impeachment’ | September 7, 2026

HEADLINES: ‘Senate can vote on VP impeachment’ | September 7, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING?

Slim hope of success for Ukraine peace deal

Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Resurgence

High HIV incidence is unacceptable!

By Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Salvador S. Panelo

Counterpoint

Immunity from suit applies to VP Sara

By Salvador S. Panelo

Migrant Matters

Visa issuance to Filipinos, here and in US

By Crispin Aranda

Joseph Noel M. Estrada

The Legal Mind

Fist blows during recess: Are schools liable for damages?

By Joseph Noel M. Estrada

Marlen V. Ronquillo

A Time to Till

Time for a class suit against NLEx operator

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

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Cloudy skies, scattered rains and thunderstorms forecast in Metro Manila

Omar Duterte calls Sara arrest warrant 'political harassment'

Govt to carry out P351 B flood control master plan

National Artist Resil B. Mojares, 83

Chinese jets lock radar on PH aircraft

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BOC recommends filing of charges over Bulacan cigarette incident

Court dismisses decade-old election case in Mountain Province

Mother seeks justice after son's tragic death in Angeles City manhole

Tacloban shooting survivor set for surgery, family seeks help

1 dead, 8 rescued after motorboat capsizes off Antique

Vessels transit the Hormuz Strait off the coast of Iran's southern port city of Bandar Abbas on September 7, 2026. Iran's top negotiator threatened on September 6 of a more forceful response to any further US attacks after Tehran targeted American warships in their latest round of clashes. The exchanges of fire, which began with US raids last week, come amid a deadlock in the six-month war between the two foes. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP) /

Iran warns South Korea against involvement in Hormuz

AI could pose 'existential risk to humanity' — UN rights chief

Tokyo's Shinjuku to ban more than half of vacation rentals

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner hold talks in Ukraine after meeting with Putin

Venice festival turns gaze on war reporters, media industry

A woman exchanges her US dollars for Philippine pesos in Manila, Jan. 10, 2025. PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Peso plunges to new low P62.75:$1

Accentuate professional development even better at Accenture

BSP could keep hiking despite risks to growth

PH targeting tax deals with Oman, Singapore

Peso, oil risks seen pressuring equities

Britain’s Tyson Fury (left) and Poland’s Mariusz Wach (right) trade blows during their heavyweight charity boxing bout in Pattaya on July 24, 2026. AFP PHOTO

Fury claims Joshua bout is off, calls for Usyk trilogy

‘Super Proud of Rald’: Myla Pablo cheers on partner Rald Ricafort as PLDT outlasts Creamline

Jaja Santiago targets PVL bronze after Creamline’s title dreams end

Breakneck finish looms as ICTSI Summit Point unfolds

LPGT field faces softened Summit Point in wide-open showdown

Members of the Philippine National Police and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority deployed personnel and resources to enforce security, manage traffic, and maintain public order for the 2026 Bar Examinations at the University of Santo Tomas and San Beda University on September 6, 2026. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

BAR EXAM PREPARATIONS

September 6, 2026

A massive landslide that blocked off part of Marilaque Highway that connects Metro Manila to Rizal has been cleared and the road is again passable to vehicles. The landslide occurred after continuous rains caused by the southwest monsoon last Sept 4, 2026. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

September 6, 2026

Rice farmers in Kawit, Cavite transplant seedlings on September 6, 2026. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

September 6, 2026

Dark clouds gather over the Manila skyline on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026 as the weather bureau warned of more downpours. The southwest monsoon is expected to bring occasional heavy rain and potential thunderstorms in Metro Manila and surrounding provinces. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

MORE DOWNPOUR EXPECTED

September 6, 2026

Vice President Sara Duterte hugs a distraught supporter after posting bail for three counts of alleged grave threats before a Quezon City court on Sept. 5, 2026. A warrant of arrest was issued against the vice president the day before. She is facing an impeachment trial before a Senate court where she is similarly charged with issuing grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and then Speaker Martin Romualdez. PHOTOS BY JAMES DANIEL DANIO

September 5, 2026

Special Features

China promotes coordinated development of AI, data industry

The Philippines must not trade historical memory for strategic convenience

SM Supermalls President Steven Tan named among honorees at The Business Manual’s CEO Awards

PNU celebrates 125th anniversary of Philippine Normal School

Growth on a sure footing

SPECTACULAR EVENT The 2026 World Cup in Berlin promises to be a spectacular event, with 10 days of intense competition, standout performances and sporting excitement. IXBET IMAGE

1xBet prepares prizes for the year’s biggest tournament

Celebrate Mid-Autumn traditions with Conrad Manila’s Moonlit Grace Gift Set

ASEAN-BAC BRIEFS FIRST LADY ON CHAIRSHIP MILESTONES AHEAD OF KEY EVENTS

UFC bags 2 Silvers at the 2026 Marketing Excellence Awards

PageOne wins 5th Agency of the Year at 22nd Philippine Quill Awards

‘Tatsulok’ director Jhonny Bobier PHOTO FROM FACEBOOK/JHONNYBOBIER

‘Tatsulok’ director denies involvement in alleged fake MTRCB permit

Brent Manalo addresses backlash after viral Darren Espanto banter

Dominican Republic’s Joheirry Mola Dominguez wins Miss World 2026

Asia Rose Simpson bows out of Miss World 2026 with Top 12 finish

PH's Asia Rose Simpson makes it to Top 12 at Miss World 2026

Michelle Ho, Klook Philippines general manager and Tourism Secretary Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay (second and third from right) show their renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The multi-year partnership aims to boost domestic tourism, promote emerging destinations and help local tourism businesses reach travelers in the Philippines and abroad. PHOTO FROM DOT

DOT, Klook renew tourism pact to boost local travel

Enable showcases 15-plus global tech and lifestyle brands in Philippine market

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

6cyclemind

The Sunday Times

Christmas comes early at Acer Day 2026

Christmas comes early at Acer Day 2026

Negros fair marks milestone with select food, handicrafts

Finding your favorite fried chicken

Mooncakes mark the approach of Mid-Autumn Festival

Department of Health Undersecretary Maylene Beltran and Japan Ambassador for Global Health Teiji Hayashi
PHOTOS FROM JAPANESE EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Japan, Philippines deepen health care cooperation

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

The launch of the Network Opposed to Pax Silica on Aug. 31, 2026. FACEBOOK PHOTO/NO TO PAX SILICA

Green Industries

70 groups oppose US-led Pax Silica project in Philippines, call for ESZ re-evaluation

By Aric John Sy Cua - September 5, 2026

SM FOUNDATION PHOTOS

Campus Press

SM Foundation reaches highest number of active scholars to date

Boardroom Watch

From maternity and beyond

By Leah Salterio - September 4, 2026

Vitafoods Asia 2026 kicked off on Wednesday at the Bangkok–Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Thailand. The trade show will run until Friday. THE MANILA TIMES PHOTO

Agribusiness

Longevity and healthy aging seen driving global health product market

By The Manila Times - September 3, 2026

Crystal Ariane Arellano, Princess Smaeranza Dulay and Paul Ezekiel Joaquin
Owners After Blend

Keep in View

Our little soda pop

Science & Technology

AI, digitalization push automation in SEA

By Raymond Gregory Tribdino - September 5, 2026

Photo by Smart Communications

Sunday Business & IT

Smart offers 40% off 5G Home WiFi

By Ira James - September 7, 2026