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Monsoon rains flood parts of Metro Manila; some roads impassable to light vehicles

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

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Levi Baligod, counsel for the 18 former Marines, appears at the Las Piñas City Regional Trial Court on Aug. 8, 2026, after his clients were arrested on Aug. 7 for failing to pay bail for perjury charges filed against them. Baligod rushed to the Las Pinas RTC to show proof of payment. The 10 former marines, popularly known as the 'Maleta Boys,' were processed for release after Baligod completed their temporary bail requirements at the Las Piñas RTC. The court ordered their release from police custody before noon on Aug. 8. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Probe urged to name ‘maleta boys’ handler

By Javier Joe Ismael and James Daniel Danio

PH starts evaluating US extradition request for Quiboloy

By Arlie O. Calalo

Batangas First District Rep. Leandro Leviste and Sen. Loren Legarda PNA AND FACEBOOK/LOREN LEGARDA

Legarda, Leviste fly out of the county

By Arlie O. Calalo , Javier Joe Ismael , Aric John Sy Cua and James Daniel Danio

Probe urged to name ‘maleta boys’ handler

PH starts evaluating US extradition request for Quiboloy

Legarda, Leviste fly out of the county

Today's Weather, 5 A.M. | Aug. 9, 2026

Nothing serious about tweaked ankle – Eala

Where nature meets the future

DIGITAL CASH As more customers transact through mobile and marketplace-led channels, businesses must move beyond simply offering digital payments by providing customers with immediate clarity when they complete a purchase. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Philippines’ next payments challenge

Storytelling shapes a climate-resilient future

A drone likely from Ukraine explodes in Bulgaria near a gas pipeline

Another soggy week: Pagasa says more rain to soak Luzon

Former US president Biden's cancer has spread—son

543 passengers, 179 rolling cargoes stranded due to southwest monsoon

NFL legend Craig reveals dementia diagnosis at Hall of Fame induction

Parts of Metro Manila, Rizal, Cavite to have water interruptions due to maintenance work

Spain starts border checks on Italy after migrant row

Monsoon rains flood parts of Metro Manila; some roads impassable to light vehicles

Intense to torrential rain to prevail in Luzon, Pagasa says

Some areas in Metro Manila, 3 provinces to have power interruptions due to maintenance works

Marlen V. Ronquillo

A Time to Till

Spending fast and furiously, a Duterte trademark

By Marlen V. Ronquillo

Rough Trade

Demystifying another ‘hidden’ charge in electric bills

The Word on the World

Can our Lord pacify the world’s warring powers?

By Ricardo Saludo

Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

DEAR PAO

Value of stolen item affects proper penalty of the accused

By Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

HEADLINES: Probe urged to unmask who bribed 'maleta boys' | August 9, 2026

HEADLINES: Probe urged to unmask who bribed 'maleta boys' | August 9, 2026

Today's Front Page

Digital Edition

UNACCEPTABLE THREATS

A worrisome audit gap

Fr. Shay Cullen, SSC

Reflections

Dignified and enlightened Filipino education

By Fr. Shay Cullen, SSC

Lalay Ramos Jimenez

View from the South

Stop calling them the leaders of tomorrow

By Lalay Ramos Jimenez

Edgard A. Arevalo

Crow's Nest

The dawning of a modern Philippine Navy

By Edgard A. Arevalo

Lloyd C. Bautista

Securitatem Populi

Defense integration with our US, Japan allies

By Lloyd C. Bautista

From coffins to conversations: Rebuilding Philippines-China friendship

By Rommel C Banlaoi

Levi Baligod, counsel for the 18 former Marines, appears at the Las Piñas City Regional Trial Court on Aug. 8, 2026, after his clients were arrested on Aug. 7 for failing to pay bail for perjury charges filed against them. Baligod rushed to the Las Pinas RTC to show proof of payment. The 10 former marines, popularly known as the 'Maleta Boys,' were processed for release after Baligod completed their temporary bail requirements at the Las Piñas RTC. The court ordered their release from police custody before noon on Aug. 8. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Abante challenges recanting ‘Maleta Boys’ to name alleged masterminds

‘Hostile’ witnesses up at impeachment trial

Eala outlasts McNally, moves into 4th round

DOJ studies US request to extradite Quiboloy

6 dead, 74,755 families affected by storms, rain

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Cebu City mayor refutes endorsement of Pax Silica

DOE unveils energy master plan for Panay

Consumers group questions timing of PrimeWater deal

Gatchalian seeks full rural electrification by 2028

Over 5K teachers in Bicol promoted under ECP system

A Bulgarian police car is parked at the checkpoint near a farmland area where a drone that entered Bulgaria exploded, at the Kardam border-crossing between Bulgaria and Romania, on August 8, 2026. Ukraine on August 8 denied targeting Bulgaria after a drone exploded close to the strategic Trans-Balkan gas pipeline linking Turkey to Ukraine near the Romanian border. (Photo by Mihail IVANOV / AFP)

A drone likely from Ukraine explodes in Bulgaria near a gas pipeline

Former US president Biden's cancer has spread—son

Spain starts border checks on Italy after migrant row

Four killed in helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro

Dangerous wildfire keeps crews from reaching helicopter crash in Utah

DIGITAL CASH As more customers transact through mobile and marketplace-led channels, businesses must move beyond simply offering digital payments by providing customers with immediate clarity when they complete a purchase. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Philippines’ next payments challenge

What YouTube’s criteria say about GLoan’s winning campaign

Ledac eyes passage of 33 key measures

How the Philippines can produce the next global hit game in 2026

CANTON, OHIO - AUGUST 08: Roger Craig speaks via video during the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame Stadium on August 08, 2026 in Canton, Ohio. Nick Cammett/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Nick Cammett / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

NFL legend Craig reveals dementia diagnosis at Hall of Fame induction

Alex Eala on her dinosaur superfan: 'What a legend'

Eala faces another Olympic gold medalist in Bencic

FIFA condemns 'concerted and ongoing effort' to weaken Infantino

Don’t Trust the Process

Residents wade through chest-deep floodwaters along Toclong-San Sebastian Road and Tramo Street in Barangay Gahak, Kawit, Cavite after a nearby river overflows due to nonstop monsoon rains on Aug. 8, 2026 . Residents said flooding has become a recurring problem during heavy rains and blamed structures along the river for disrupting the waterway’s natural flow. They called on authorities to inspect the river and address possible obstructions. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

August 8, 2026

Motorists experience zero road visibility due to heavy rains along Ortigas Avenue in Cainta, Rizal on Aug. 8, 2026. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

August 8, 2026

A responder prepares search-and-rescue equipment at the Manila City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office headquarters on Aug. 8, 2026 in anticipation of the floods amid continuous monsoon rains. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

August 8, 2026

Personnel from the Manila City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department monitor flood-prone areas as the enhanced southwest monsoon brings heavy rains, causing flooding on August 8, 2026. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

August 8, 2026

Levi Baligod, counsel for the 18 former Marines, appears at the Las Piñas City Regional Trial Court on Aug. 8, 2026, after his clients were arrested on Aug. 7 for failing to pay bail for perjury charges filed against them. Baligod rushed to the Las Pinas RTC to show proof of payment. The 10 former marines, popularly known as the 'Maleta Boys,' were processed for release after Baligod completed their temporary bail requirements at the Las Piñas RTC. The court ordered their release from police custody before noon on Aug. 8. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

'WE WILL FIGHT'

August 8, 2026

LOOKING AHEAD Alexander B. Raquepo, CDA Chairman at the National Cooperative Development Council (NCDC) conference and elections recently. CDA PHOTO

Special Features

Helping communities grow together

From P10.5K to P6B: Ayala Coop’s 30-year growth

Cooperative leaders map out sector’s next steps at council meeting

Final adventure begins: Meet the SM Little Stars 2026 Grand Finalists

Chinese Embassy holds ‘Tea for Harmony’ Yaji Cultural Salon in Manila

SUPPORTIVE LEADERS Megaworld Hotels & Resorts’ Executive Committee was present at the 2026 MHR Food & Beverage Conference in Boracay Newcoast. PHOTO FROM MHR

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts continues investing in culinary talent as food shapes the future of travel

Salady Philippines to open first Makati branch at PNB Makati Center

PH1 world developers tops off Avesta residences tower 1

Musicondalla pioneers integrated enterprise for Filipino musical heritage

Ajinomoto Philippines supports 1st NDAP Food & Nutripreneurship Summit

Katseye's Sophia Laforteza PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/SOPHIA_LAFORTEZA

Katseye's Sophia Laforteza goes on health break

Angelica Lopez crowned Reina Filipinas Grand International 2026

David Licauco unfazed by Barbie Forteza's remarks about Khalil Ramos

Kris Aquino returns to screen with Netflix campaign

Dennis Trillo renews GMA contract, eyes challenge with MMFF entry ‘Amir’

Kutis by Kei founder and chief executive officer Dr. Kei George Rebolledo with the clinic’s newest laser technology, the Vossman Blauman Advanced 450 nm Blue Laser. PHOTOS FROM KUTIS BY KEI

Kutis By Kei redesigns Makati clinic, debuts advanced laser system

‘Terno’ convention holds first workshop in Clark

Fashion takes the spotlight at ‘Harry Potter: A Yule Ball’

Nathaniel and Rose Tendencia mark first anniversary

Move It launches Ride-Ready commuter essentials on GrabMart

Wagyu steak bowl served over savory nori fried rice at Gyudonya. PHOTOS BY RAOUL CHEE KEE

The Sunday Times

Chef-led Japanese restos worth the visit

7 Eastwood City spots for the perfect Friendship Day catch-up

Jamie Oliver collection now in Philippines

Sharwin Tee spotlights Tsinoy cuisine

Public Relations in the world of AI

Expats & Diplomats

Diageo CEO reveals $1B cost-cutting plan

By Reuters - August 8, 2026

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of August 5, 2026

The Lamborghini Revuelto Impavido wears samurai-inspired graphics, bronze detailing, and forged Altanero wheels. LAMBORGHINI PHOTOS

Fast Times

Lamborghini gives Revuelto the samurai treatment

By Anjo Perez - August 4, 2026

Romania reaffirms its support and emergency assistance for Filipino seafarers affected by recent Black Sea vessel attacks during a high-level bilateral meeting in Bucharest. PHOTO FROM DMW

Maritime

Romania reaffirms assistance to Pinoy seafarers affected in Black Sea

By Aric John Sy Cua - August 7, 2026

The LEC advantages IMAGE FROM SANTOS KNIGHT FRANK

Build & Design

The Philippines can chart its ‘Silicon Valley’ era

By The Manila Times - August 4, 2026

Green Industries

Storytelling shapes a climate-resilient future

By Cora Llamas - August 8, 2026

New Clark City, located in the municipalities of Capas and Bamban in Tarlac, is owned by the Philippine government and administered by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), a state-run agency. PHOTO FROM BCDA.GOV.PH n Pax Silica members include Australia, Israel, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States, the Netherlands, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, India, Sweden, Finland, the Philippines, Norway, the European Union, Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Kazakhstan, Panama, and Estonia, with Canada and Taiwan as observers/participants.
IMAGE SOURCE: FILE:BLANKMAP-WORLD.SVG n Road map of New Clark City in Tarlac where Pax Silica plans to operate in a 1,620-hectare ‘Economic Security Zone.’
IMAGE FROM BCDA PRESENTATION BROADCAST BY RTVM n The UP Institute for Maritime Affairs and Law of the Sea has released the 2026 edition of ‘The West Philippine Sea: The Territorial and Maritime Jurisdiction Disputes from a Filipino Perspective,’ succeeding the original 2013 primer by professors Aileen San Pablo-Baviera and Jay Batongbacal. IMAGE FROM FACEBOOK

Campus Press

Pax Silica: What we know – so far

By The Manila Times - August 6, 2026

Boardroom Watch

Bride all you can

By Moises Cruz - August 7, 2026

Coconut farmers in Bataan are among the latest batch trained by the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) on breeding techniques. ATI PHOTO

Agribusiness

ATI intensifies support for Bataan coconut farmers

By Leander C. Domingo - August 6, 2026

Keep in View

By Ace Sapit - August 9, 2026

This undated image courtesy of, Dr. Timothy Rittman, University of Cambridge, shows an MRI image of a healthy brain (L) and an Alzheimer's brain (R) with large black gaps where brain has shrunk. Toxic protein clusters thought responsible for the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease reach different regions of the brain early and then accumulate over the course of decades, according to a new study on October 29, 2021. The research, published in Science Advances, is the first to use human data to quantify the speed of the chemical processes leading to the neurodegenerative condition, and could eventually have important implications for how scientists design treatments. It also upends a long-held theory that said the clusters start at a single point and then trigger a chain reaction in other regions, as has been found in mice and was thought true of people too. (Photo by Timothy Rittman / University of Cambridge / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / DR. TIMOTHY RITTMAN, UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE" - NO MARKETING - NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS / TO GO WITH AFP STORY by Issam AHMED, "Scientists discover cause of Alzheimer's progression in brain"

Science & Technology

AI IN THE DIAGNOSTIC ARSENAL: Blood, biopsy and voice may detect Alzheimer's early

By Deriq Bernard - August 8, 2026

DIGITAL CASH As more customers transact through mobile and marketplace-led channels, businesses must move beyond simply offering digital payments by providing customers with immediate clarity when they complete a purchase. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Sunday Business & IT

Philippines’ next payments challenge