Founded by one of the country’s post-war taipans John Gokongwei Jr., the Gokongwei Group of Companies—led by publicly-listed JG Summit Holdings Inc.— is one of the largest and most diversified Filipino conglomerates, engaged primarily in businesses that serve a growing middle class with...
Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo leads the judiciary in implementing reforms to dispense justice “efficiently, effectively, and timely.” The judicial reforms are embodied in the five-year Strategic Plan for Judicial Innovations (SPJI) which was launched in 2022. SPJI is anchored on four core...
Billionaire Enrique Razon took the spotlight when his company Prime Energy Resources Development acquired from Shell Philippines Exploration B.V, (Spex) in November 2023 the 45 percent operating stake in the Malampaya gas field, a very vital indigenous resource that could bring that could bring...
Manny Villar is famous for his “Sipag at Tyaga” slogan, which reflects his modest beginnings. But more than that, the former Senate President has used his wise judgement in business. He ventured into affordable mass housing developments before moving up to provide for the upscale market and...
By Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go Frederick Go Our warmest greetings to the Manila Bulletin on its 124th Anniversary! Congratulations on over a century of upholding responsible journalism and being a vital partner in nation-building. Over the...
In November 2023, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) confirmed a “strong” El Niño in the Philippines, which persisted from December up until today with warnings of drought and dry conditions in several areas in the country. In the second...
Herminio B. Coloma Jr. Manila Bulletin Publisher As we mark the Manila Bulletin’s 124th founding anniversary, we are focusing on the Newsmakers whose deeds and achievements have stood out in terms of capturing the attention of our audiences across multi-media platforms. Throughout its history,...
By Dr. Emilio C. Yap III, President and Vice Chairman of the Board Dr. Emilio C. Yap III, President and Vice Chairman of the Board Today, we mark the 124th anniversary of the Manila Bulletin—that is over a century of delivering news, helping the public formulate their opinions, and being an...
One of the Marcos administration’s priorities is to pursue lasting peace in the country. In line with this goal, President Marcos, on Nov. 22, 2023, issued several proclamations that granted amnesty to several groups to entice them to return to the fold of the law. Proclamation No. 403 granted...
Most-watched clips that got the netizen’s attention Facebook A TikTok video captures the hearts of netizens as it shows a heartwarming moment of a toddler playing peekaboo with her grandmother. A TikTok user gets viral after sharing a video of him where he brought his own medals during their...
Social media has consistently played a pivotal role in the Philippines by serving as an avenue to extend conversations among Filipinos from diverse backgrounds. In 2023, let's unravel the topics that sparked intricate online discussions, significantly influencing public discourse and reaffirming...
In today’s fast-paced world, first impressions are of utmost importance. You must exude confidence and show the world you’re not afraid to face things head-on. One of the best ways to do so is through your fashion sense. Here are surefire ways to make you stand out from the crowd. Show off your...
