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Upholding the truth, at its highest point.
This publication is a student-run media outlet operated by Journalism students of Bulacan State University (BulSU) for educational and academic purposes.
This publication is a student-run media outlet operated by Journalism students of Bulacan State University (BulSU) for educational and academic purposes.
ROBIN FOR VP IN 2028?
Sen. Robin Padilla said he is open to run for vice president as Sara Duterte’s running mate.
The senator stated that if the former president Rodrigo Duterte asks for it, he will be willing to comply.
via Arjielyn Mangulabnan, HIGHPOINT
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Sen. Robin Padilla said he is open to run for vice president as Sara Duterte’s running mate.
The senator stated that if the former president Rodrigo Duterte asks for it, he will be willing to comply.
via Arjielyn Mangulabnan, HIGHPOINT
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February 20, 2026 at 8:02 AM
ROBIN FOR VP IN 2028?
Sen. Robin Padilla said he is open to run for vice president as Sara Duterte’s running mate.
The senator stated that if the former president Rodrigo Duterte asks for it, he will be willing to comply.
via Arjielyn Mangulabnan, HIGHPOINT
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Sen. Robin Padilla said he is open to run for vice president as Sara Duterte’s running mate.
The senator stated that if the former president Rodrigo Duterte asks for it, he will be willing to comply.
via Arjielyn Mangulabnan, HIGHPOINT
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Veteran actor Eric Dane, widely recognized for his roles as Dr. Mark Sloan in Grey’s Anatomy and Cal Jacobs in Euphoria, has died at the age of 53 on Thursday, February 19.
via Garielle Enomar, HIGHPOINT
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via Garielle Enomar, HIGHPOINT
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February 20, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Veteran actor Eric Dane, widely recognized for his roles as Dr. Mark Sloan in Grey’s Anatomy and Cal Jacobs in Euphoria, has died at the age of 53 on Thursday, February 19.
via Garielle Enomar, HIGHPOINT
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via Garielle Enomar, HIGHPOINT
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BREAKING: PHIVOLCS reports an ongoing explosive eruption at Kanlaon Volcano in the Negros Island Region.
Further information is expected as monitoring continues.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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Further information is expected as monitoring continues.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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February 19, 2026 at 8:56 AM
BREAKING: PHIVOLCS reports an ongoing explosive eruption at Kanlaon Volcano in the Negros Island Region.
Further information is expected as monitoring continues.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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Further information is expected as monitoring continues.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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Ramadan Mubarak, Filipino Muslims
Muslim communities across the country marks the beginning on observance of Ramadan today, ushering in a month devoted to fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection.
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Muslim communities across the country marks the beginning on observance of Ramadan today, ushering in a month devoted to fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Ramadan Mubarak, Filipino Muslims
Muslim communities across the country marks the beginning on observance of Ramadan today, ushering in a month devoted to fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection.
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Muslim communities across the country marks the beginning on observance of Ramadan today, ushering in a month devoted to fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection.
#Ramadan
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Pat Aquino sets sights on Asian Games podium for Gilas Women
Fresh off reclaiming regional dominance, Gilas Pilipinas Women’s Basketball is shifting focus to a larger stage at this year’s Asian Games.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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Fresh off reclaiming regional dominance, Gilas Pilipinas Women’s Basketball is shifting focus to a larger stage at this year’s Asian Games.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Pat Aquino sets sights on Asian Games podium for Gilas Women
Fresh off reclaiming regional dominance, Gilas Pilipinas Women’s Basketball is shifting focus to a larger stage at this year’s Asian Games.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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Fresh off reclaiming regional dominance, Gilas Pilipinas Women’s Basketball is shifting focus to a larger stage at this year’s Asian Games.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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POINT BLANK | Fresh from her Chinese New Year message urging Filipinos to be “fearless” and “take bold actions,” Vice President Sara Duterte seems to have interpreted the assignment quite literally—by floating her own candidacy for 2028.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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February 18, 2026 at 6:29 AM
POINT BLANK | Fresh from her Chinese New Year message urging Filipinos to be “fearless” and “take bold actions,” Vice President Sara Duterte seems to have interpreted the assignment quite literally—by floating her own candidacy for 2028.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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LOOK: The Bulacan State University (BulSU) community gathered for Miércoles de Ceniza (Ash Wednesday), marking the start of the Lenten season, at Valencia Hall on February 18.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Yasmin Sultan, HIGHPOINT
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via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Yasmin Sultan, HIGHPOINT
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February 18, 2026 at 4:02 AM
LOOK: The Bulacan State University (BulSU) community gathered for Miércoles de Ceniza (Ash Wednesday), marking the start of the Lenten season, at Valencia Hall on February 18.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Yasmin Sultan, HIGHPOINT
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via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Yasmin Sultan, HIGHPOINT
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JUST IN: Vice President Sara Duterte announces presidential bid for #Halalan2028.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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February 18, 2026 at 3:42 AM
JUST IN: Vice President Sara Duterte announces presidential bid for #Halalan2028.
via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad, HIGHPOINT
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Today, February 18, marks the beginning of 40-days of prayer, fasting, abstinence, and honoring holiness in preparation for Easter.
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February 18, 2026 at 1:45 AM
Today, February 18, marks the beginning of 40-days of prayer, fasting, abstinence, and honoring holiness in preparation for Easter.
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Eala advances to the Round of 16 in Dubai
Alex Eala advanced to the Round of 16 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships after defeating World No. 8 Jasmine Paolini.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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Alex Eala advanced to the Round of 16 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships after defeating World No. 8 Jasmine Paolini.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Eala advances to the Round of 16 in Dubai
Alex Eala advanced to the Round of 16 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships after defeating World No. 8 Jasmine Paolini.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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Alex Eala advanced to the Round of 16 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships after defeating World No. 8 Jasmine Paolini.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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Filipino Muslims to observe start of Ramadan on February 19
After no crescent moon was sighted on Tuesday night, the Bangsamoro Government announced that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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After no crescent moon was sighted on Tuesday night, the Bangsamoro Government announced that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Filipino Muslims to observe start of Ramadan on February 19
After no crescent moon was sighted on Tuesday night, the Bangsamoro Government announced that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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After no crescent moon was sighted on Tuesday night, the Bangsamoro Government announced that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19.
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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Fisherfolk stage Manila Bay protest over rising fuel prices
Fisherfolk members of Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (PAMALAKAYA) staged a coastal protest at Manila Bay on Tuesday, denouncing the continued surge in fuel prices.
via Jazmine Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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Fisherfolk members of Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (PAMALAKAYA) staged a coastal protest at Manila Bay on Tuesday, denouncing the continued surge in fuel prices.
via Jazmine Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Fisherfolk stage Manila Bay protest over rising fuel prices
Fisherfolk members of Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (PAMALAKAYA) staged a coastal protest at Manila Bay on Tuesday, denouncing the continued surge in fuel prices.
via Jazmine Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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Fisherfolk members of Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (PAMALAKAYA) staged a coastal protest at Manila Bay on Tuesday, denouncing the continued surge in fuel prices.
via Jazmine Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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Increase in pregnancies among girls aged 10–14 draws concern
Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) show that 138,697 births were recorded among females aged 10 to 19, with 3,560 births coming from the youngest age group of 10 to 14.
via Mary Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) show that 138,697 births were recorded among females aged 10 to 19, with 3,560 births coming from the youngest age group of 10 to 14.
via Mary Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Increase in pregnancies among girls aged 10–14 draws concern
Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) show that 138,697 births were recorded among females aged 10 to 19, with 3,560 births coming from the youngest age group of 10 to 14.
via Mary Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) show that 138,697 births were recorded among females aged 10 to 19, with 3,560 births coming from the youngest age group of 10 to 14.
via Mary Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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RP Blu Girls set for WBSC Softball World Cup group stage in Peru
The RP Blu Girls, representing the Philippines, will head to Lima, Peru on July 14 to compete in the group stages of the Women’s Softball World Cup.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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The RP Blu Girls, representing the Philippines, will head to Lima, Peru on July 14 to compete in the group stages of the Women’s Softball World Cup.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 8:58 AM
RP Blu Girls set for WBSC Softball World Cup group stage in Peru
The RP Blu Girls, representing the Philippines, will head to Lima, Peru on July 14 to compete in the group stages of the Women’s Softball World Cup.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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The RP Blu Girls, representing the Philippines, will head to Lima, Peru on July 14 to compete in the group stages of the Women’s Softball World Cup.
via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
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ENTERTAINMENT | 'No judgment’: Shaira Diaz speaks on premarital sex after choosing celibacy before marriage
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via Sofia Magno, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 4:41 AM
ENTERTAINMENT | 'No judgment’: Shaira Diaz speaks on premarital sex after choosing celibacy before marriage
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via Sofia Magno, HIGHPOINT
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8 Chinese nationals nabbed in alleged POGO hub in Muntinlupa
Serious illegal detention charges were filed against eight Chinese nationals arrested at a suspected Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
via Keith Pajaro, HIGHPOINT
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Serious illegal detention charges were filed against eight Chinese nationals arrested at a suspected Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
via Keith Pajaro, HIGHPOINT
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February 17, 2026 at 2:38 AM
8 Chinese nationals nabbed in alleged POGO hub in Muntinlupa
Serious illegal detention charges were filed against eight Chinese nationals arrested at a suspected Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
via Keith Pajaro, HIGHPOINT
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Serious illegal detention charges were filed against eight Chinese nationals arrested at a suspected Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
via Keith Pajaro, HIGHPOINT
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GONG XI FA CAI! 🎊
Wishing everyone wealth, good health, and prosperity as we gallop our way in the Year of the Fire Horse. 🐎
Here’s to a year driven by bold strides, fearless pursuits, and collective prosperity. ✨
#LunarNewYear2026
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Wishing everyone wealth, good health, and prosperity as we gallop our way in the Year of the Fire Horse. 🐎
Here’s to a year driven by bold strides, fearless pursuits, and collective prosperity. ✨
#LunarNewYear2026
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February 17, 2026 at 1:02 AM
GONG XI FA CAI! 🎊
Wishing everyone wealth, good health, and prosperity as we gallop our way in the Year of the Fire Horse. 🐎
Here’s to a year driven by bold strides, fearless pursuits, and collective prosperity. ✨
#LunarNewYear2026
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Wishing everyone wealth, good health, and prosperity as we gallop our way in the Year of the Fire Horse. 🐎
Here’s to a year driven by bold strides, fearless pursuits, and collective prosperity. ✨
#LunarNewYear2026
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ENTERTAINMENT | Kim Ji-soo’s agency liable for 880 million won drama bill
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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February 16, 2026 at 11:46 AM
ENTERTAINMENT | Kim Ji-soo’s agency liable for 880 million won drama bill
via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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via Jasmin Castillo, HIGHPOINT
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NEWS | Senator Robin Padilla faced online criticism after calling today's youth "weak" during a Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media hearing last Wednesday, February 11.
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ROBIN PADILLA’S ‘WEAK YOUTH’ REMARK DRAWS CRITICISM, SPARKS MENTAL HEALTH DEBATE
▸ㅤNEWS | February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 at 10:55 AM
NEWS | Senator Robin Padilla faced online criticism after calling today's youth "weak" during a Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media hearing last Wednesday, February 11.
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'LIBRENG SAKAY SA KARATIG!' 🙋🏽♂️🙋🏽♀️
NOW: UP LAKAN Diliman, together with a Karatig driver, is at the Bulacan Provincial Capitol Grounds offering free rides from Kanto Lugam to Malolos Bayan.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Jazmin Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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NOW: UP LAKAN Diliman, together with a Karatig driver, is at the Bulacan Provincial Capitol Grounds offering free rides from Kanto Lugam to Malolos Bayan.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Jazmin Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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February 16, 2026 at 3:04 AM
'LIBRENG SAKAY SA KARATIG!' 🙋🏽♂️🙋🏽♀️
NOW: UP LAKAN Diliman, together with a Karatig driver, is at the Bulacan Provincial Capitol Grounds offering free rides from Kanto Lugam to Malolos Bayan.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Jazmin Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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NOW: UP LAKAN Diliman, together with a Karatig driver, is at the Bulacan Provincial Capitol Grounds offering free rides from Kanto Lugam to Malolos Bayan.
via Ryam Sevilla, HIGHPOINT
Photos by Jazmin Ondra, HIGHPOINT
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BREAKING NEWS: Tacloban court denies the motion for bail filed by Frenchie Mae Cumpio and Marielle Domequil, citing lack of merit.
via Jeianne Abad/HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad/HIGHPOINT
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February 16, 2026 at 2:38 AM
BREAKING NEWS: Tacloban court denies the motion for bail filed by Frenchie Mae Cumpio and Marielle Domequil, citing lack of merit.
via Jeianne Abad/HIGHPOINT
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via Jeianne Abad/HIGHPOINT
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Eala advances to Dubai Open Second Round via walkover
Filipina tennis standout Alexa Eala advanced to the second round of the Dubai Open after Hailey Baptiste of the United States withdrew, resulting in a walkover.
via Clarence Maño, HIGHPOINT
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Filipina tennis standout Alexa Eala advanced to the second round of the Dubai Open after Hailey Baptiste of the United States withdrew, resulting in a walkover.
via Clarence Maño, HIGHPOINT
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February 16, 2026 at 2:24 AM
Eala advances to Dubai Open Second Round via walkover
Filipina tennis standout Alexa Eala advanced to the second round of the Dubai Open after Hailey Baptiste of the United States withdrew, resulting in a walkover.
via Clarence Maño, HIGHPOINT
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Filipina tennis standout Alexa Eala advanced to the second round of the Dubai Open after Hailey Baptiste of the United States withdrew, resulting in a walkover.
via Clarence Maño, HIGHPOINT
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LOOK: Former senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr., along with Brice Hernandez, arrived at the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday, February 16.
via Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Photo Courtesy: ABS-CBN News
via Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Photo Courtesy: ABS-CBN News
February 16, 2026 at 12:42 AM
LOOK: Former senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr., along with Brice Hernandez, arrived at the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday, February 16.
via Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Photo Courtesy: ABS-CBN News
via Jocel Nota, HIGHPOINT
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Photo Courtesy: ABS-CBN News
NU prevails in gritty four-set duel vs UST
NU got the better of UST in their anticipated UAAP Season 88 showdown at the Mall of Asia Arena, sealing the match in four sets, 25-23, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24.
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via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
NU got the better of UST in their anticipated UAAP Season 88 showdown at the Mall of Asia Arena, sealing the match in four sets, 25-23, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24.
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via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
February 15, 2026 at 12:29 PM
NU prevails in gritty four-set duel vs UST
NU got the better of UST in their anticipated UAAP Season 88 showdown at the Mall of Asia Arena, sealing the match in four sets, 25-23, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24.
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via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
NU got the better of UST in their anticipated UAAP Season 88 showdown at the Mall of Asia Arena, sealing the match in four sets, 25-23, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24.
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via Andrei Avendaño, HIGHPOINT
February 15, 2026 at 10:11 AM
