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PH unemployment up slightly in May

By Niña Myka Pauline Arceo

Tecon Suape Container Terminal receives its second consecutive Green Company Seal from the state government for its commitment to sustainable practices and ESG principles. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

Maritime

Tecon Suape bags second ESG Green seal

By Genivi Verdejo

Signal No. 1 hoisted over six Luzon areas as super typhoon enters PAR

By Arlie O. Calalo

VP SHOWS UP Vice President Sara Duterte arrives at the Senate on the second day of her impeachment trial on July 7, 2026. PHOTO BY RENE DILAN

VP Sara again asks SC to stop her trial

By Franco Jose C. Baroña , Red Mendoza and Javier Joe Ismael

Duterte camp asks SC to halt impeachment trial over 'invalid' presiding officer

By Franco Jose C. Baroña and Red Mendoza

Signal No. 1 hoisted over six Luzon areas as super typhoon enters PAR

VP Sara again asks SC to stop her trial

Duterte camp asks SC to halt impeachment trial over 'invalid' presiding officer

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | Jul. 8, 2026

RISING FROM THE SEA A missile bursts out of the water’s surface after its launch by a nuclear submarine of China’s People’s Liberation Army’s Navy on July 6, 2026. XINHUA PHOTO

US leads international concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific

‘Viva's Next Big Star’ Top 8 finalists (clockwise from left) Jaycee, Kurt, Calvin, Miguel, Mish, Mina, Lougee and Jamie PHOTO FROM VIVA ARTISTS AGENCY

Viva reveals Top 8 finalists for its next breakout star

epa01635037 Filipino newly wed couple Anthony Sonbise (C-R) and Christy (C-L) rejoice during a mass wedding at a sports complex in Paranaque City, south of Manila, Philippines, 14 February 2009. A total of 390 couples tie the knot on Valentine's Day sponsored by the local government aimed to help couples to deal with the prohibitive costs of marriage. EPA/FRANCIS R. MALASIG

Population report: Fewer Filipinos saying ‘I do’

Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

The long road beyond Wimbledon

HEIGHTENED SECURITY Members of the Manila Police District’s Special Weapons and Tactics unit stand guard outside the Araullo High School on June 23, 2026, a day after three students were killed in a school shooting in Tacloban City. PHOTO BY RENE DILAN

Another shooting threat targets school in Cebu

PH unemployment up slightly in May

Cone says an injured Brownlee ‘won’t be much of a help’ vs Australia

US strikes Iran after Hormuz attacks, Tehran threatens response

Alex Eala to resume campaign in Mubadala DC Open

Diamante, Espinosa target sweep as Palawan Naga netfest unfolds

Sunrise Sprint opens the road to bigger triathlon dreams

Signal No. 1 hoisted over six Luzon areas as super typhoon enters PAR

US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz

FIFA probes fan incident involving IShowSpeed at World Cup match

I can still win another Grand Slam, says Osaka after Wimbledon exit

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Marcos’ perpetuation projects starkly revealed

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Marlen V. Ronquillo

A Time to Till

A hollow, meaningless upgrade

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

Centrist Democracy Political Institute

The long road beyond Wimbledon

By Lito Monico C. Lorenzana

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

When the husband becomes the victim of any form of abuse

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: VP Sara again asks SC to stop her trial | July 08, 2026

HEADLINES: VP Sara again asks SC to stop her trial | July 08, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

Our storybook heroine

Holding the Fed course steady

Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr.

Postcards From The Future

It takes a city to protect a child

By Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr.

There is only one acceptable path for designer babies

By Daron Acemoglu

Why Americans are wary of AI

By Ngaire Woods

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

The man at the center of the flood control funds scandal

By Antonio Contreras

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Sarmiento visits Camp Bilal, reaffirms peace commitments

US shares PH's concerns over China's ballistic missile launch

Prosecutors intend to present Zuleika Lopez as witness in VP impeachment trial

Senate Impeachment Court returns controversial 'box' to the BIR

Sandiganbayan denies Revilla’s furlough plea

HEIGHTENED SECURITY Members of the Manila Police District’s Special Weapons and Tactics unit stand guard outside the Araullo High School on June 23, 2026, a day after three students were killed in a school shooting in Tacloban City. PHOTO BY RENE DILAN

Another shooting threat targets school in Cebu

Allegations of misconduct vs Iloilo police prompt internal investigation

Seminar tackles responsibility in police-media relations

PH strengthens efforts to combat e-waste shipments

PEZA OKs 2 IT-BPM investments

A group of people stands in shallow water as a cargo ship appears anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP)

US strikes Iran after Hormuz attacks, Tehran threatens response

US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz

FIFA probes fan incident involving IShowSpeed at World Cup match

I can still win another Grand Slam, says Osaka after Wimbledon exit

Canada province preparing lawsuit against OpenAI over school shooting

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Accenture hires delivery lead manager

Inflation slows to 6.4%

Banks, e-wallets invited to explain transfer fees

Factory output hits 3-month low in May

Tecon Suape bags second ESG Green seal

Justin Brownlee FIBA PHOTO

Cone says an injured Brownlee ‘won’t be much of a help’ vs Australia

Alex Eala to resume campaign in Mubadala DC Open

Diamante, Espinosa target sweep as Palawan Naga netfest unfolds

Sunrise Sprint opens the road to bigger triathlon dreams

Cavs agree on Mitchell deal as LeBron watches — report

Vice President Sara Duterte arrives at the Senate on July 7, 2026 to meet her legal team for her impeachment trial. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN AND MIKE ALQUINTO

July 7, 2026

Scenes during the second day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate Session Hall in Pasay City on July 7, 2026. Proceedings centered on the fourth article of impeachment, which alleges grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former House speaker Martin Romualdez. National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Senior Agent John Mark Calilung took the stand as the prosecution's first witness, testifying on the bureau's forensic examination of videos presented as evidence. with prosecutor council Amando Virgil Ligutan questioning the witness. PHOTOS BY RENE DILAN AND MIKE ALQUINTO

July 7, 2026

The Manila Times’ director and board member, who is also the honorary consul of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in the Philippines, receives the Asia’s Golden Icon Award in a ceremony in Manila on July 7, 2026. The award celebrates excellence in different sectors of society, including distinguished leaders, public servants, diplomats, media personalities, and changemakers from across the country. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

July 7, 2026

Health experts take the stage at The Manila Times Pharmaceutical Forum, 'Regulating trust: Ensuring quality, safety and effectiveness in medicines' on July 8, 2026. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

July 7, 2026

Deputy for Hazard Monitoring of the Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office shows the current position of Super Typhoon 'Bavi' July 7, 2026. The super typhoon, expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility, either on July 7 or 8, will be locally named 'Inday.' It is unlikely to make landfall but it is expected to pull a monsoon that will bring rain from Thursday to Sunday. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

THE OTHER 'INDAY'

July 7, 2026

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Special Features

The new Filipino wellness is now a daily lifestyle, not an emergency

Why executive health now demands more than a checkup

Experiencing the genki lifestyle without a plane ticket

SM North EDSA reveals 2026 Animezing North lineup

Nutrition Month 2026 puts climate and food security at the heart of better health

FILIPINO
GASTRONOMY With an arsenal of decorated culinary talents and a clear road map for culinary innovation, Kingsford Hotel Manila continues to strengthen its position as a premier gastronomic destination within Metro Manila. PHOTO FROM KINGSFORD HOTEL

Nurturing culinary champions, elevating homegrown hospitality

Ascott Philippines earns CrescentRating Recognition in key properties

HCPI inaugurates Honda Cars Parañaque, strengthening presence in Manila

DOJ assists Tacloban school shooting victims secure financial aid

Heavy discounts on weather-ready fashion at Robinsons’ Payday Sale

Vic Sotto and Vice Ganda of 'The GrEATest SHOWdown.' PHOTO FROM FACEBOOK/VICE GANDA OFFICIAL

MMFF announces first four entries, P299 ticket cap

Vice Ganda, Vic Sotto to star together for first time in comedy film 'The Greatest Showdown'

'Quezon' dominates 9th Eddys, wins Best Picture; Jericho Rosales, Maris Racal take top acting honors

BINI officially named tourism ambassador

Thai star Tate Myron lands first major Philippine endorsement

TikTok Shop Philippines strengthens beauty discovery through its Seoul Glow K-Beauty Campaign, bringing together a curated selection of Korean skincare and makeup brands on the platform.

TikTok Shop strengthens beauty discovery with Seoul Glow K-Beauty Campaign

Futura Lights and Ferraza Kitchen open new Quezon City showroom

PlayTime Entertainment presents 9th edition of The Eddys

BYOB at Watsons: How shifting daily habits can save the planet

Globe champions Filipino storytelling anew through continuing partnership with The Eddys

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The Sunday Times

The 9th Eddys honors four enduring Movie Icons

Sichu Malatang fires up customizable hotpot

A decade of bringing Osaka flavors to Filipino tables

The beautiful and resilient life of Gigette Reyes

Filipino food amplified

Japanese Ambassador Kazuya Endo PHOTOS FROM JAPAN EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

New Japan Philharmonic marks 70 years of PH-Japan friendship with Manila show

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of July 2, 2026

The driver-focused cabin introduces Hyundai's Pleos operating system while retaining physical controls for key vehicle functions.

Fast Times

Hyundai gives the Elantra a fresh start

By Isaac Atienza - July 7, 2026

Tecon Suape Container Terminal receives its second consecutive Green Company Seal from the state government for its commitment to sustainable practices and ESG principles. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

Maritime

Tecon Suape bags second ESG Green seal

By Genivi Verdejo - July 8, 2026

A giant FIFA World Cup match ball is displayed at Science World on June 25, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. AP PHOTO/ABBIE PARR

Build & Design

Science World museum becomes a 17-story soccer ball

By Associated Press - July 7, 2026

APAC Advisors Singapore CEO Steven Okun.
PHOTO FROM NATIONAL PRESS FOUNDATION

Green Industries

The US midterms: Impact on climate action

By Ludwig Federigan - July 4, 2026

BRIGHTER FUTURE A newly awarded SM scholar reviews the scholarship contract with her mother during the 2026 SM Foundation Scholarship Awarding Ceremony. The moment reflects the shared commitment of families and SM Foundation in helping deserving Filipino youth pursue higher education and build a brighter future. PHOTO FROM SM

Campus Press

SM Foundation presents new 1,100 scholars

Boardroom Watch

Early bird catches the dimsum treat

By Moises Cruz - July 3, 2026

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. takes a look at garlic produced in Lubang, Occidental Mindoro. DA PHOTO

Agribusiness

Lubang eyed as key garlic supplier; DA seeking ways to increase island's garlic output

By Leander C. Domingo - July 2, 2026

Keep in View

Growing by leafs and bounds

By Nora Molde - July 5, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE AI The integration of spatial context and engineering analytics is central to modern infrastructure development. Bentley Systems relies on its core platforms to merge real-world environments with precise structural modeling. (IMAGE FROM BENTLEY)

Science & Technology

Infrastructure AI drives automated engineering shift at Bentley Systems

epa10817296 People visit the Microsoft's XBox booth at the Gamescom gaming convention in Cologne, Germany, 24 August 2023. The Gamescom gaming convention 2023 takes place from 23 to 27 August. The Gamescom gaming convention is the largest games fair in the world gathering the most important international players. EPA/FRIEDEMANN VOGEL

Sunday Business & IT

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs as it revamps Xbox

By Agence France-Presse - July 7, 2026