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Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced a ₱1 million reward for information that leads to the arrest of suspects in the killing of a police officer found inside a septic tank in City of Malolos, Bulacan.
February 3, 2026 at 1:24 PM
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has ordered the immediate removal of photos and images from government-funded projects in line with the strict nationwide enforcement of the “Anti-Epal” policy on Saturday, January 31.

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February 2, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Head's up, BulSUan Applicants! 👋

Bulacan State University (BulSU) Admission Office released an advisory regarding a technical issue affected the email notifications for the ATBULSU 2026.
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 AM
BREAKING: The Makabayan bloc filed a new impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday morning, February 2, after declaring the previous complaint “unconstitutional” by the Supreme Court.
February 2, 2026 at 2:19 AM
An anti-drug police officer who had been missing for a week was found dead inside a septic tank in Felicisima Village, Barangay Mojon, City of Malolos, Bulacan last Saturday, January 31.

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#AMplify
February 1, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Here is the composition of the newly selected the Al-Manar editorial board, with Kier Gatbonton serving as the publication’s Editor-In-Chief for this term.

Associate Editor: Nestlene Mateo
Administrative Editor: Nicole Becamon
Art Director: Nathalie Sabado
January 31, 2026 at 12:12 PM
OVER NAMAN SA KABAKLAAN ✨🌈

IN PHOTOS: BulSU Bahaghari gracefully commenced the 10th Week of Colors with a vibrant Pride Concert held at Lovers’ Lane on Friday, January 30.

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January 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM
LOOK | True to its vision of inclusivity, BulSU Bahaghari wrapped up its Week of Colors (WOC) with a 10th Pride Concert held at the BulSU Lovers Lane, front of the E-Library on Friday, January 30.

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January 30, 2026 at 2:35 PM
NOW: Various students from Bulacan State University (BulSU) lined up in front of the E-Library today, Friday, January 30, to witness the much-awaited concert organized by BulSU Bahaghari.

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#AMplify
January 30, 2026 at 7:52 AM
UMAARIBA ANG CPTED BLUE FLAMES! 💙

IN PHOTOS | The BulSU Activity Center erupted with screams and cheers as the College of Professional Teacher Education (CPTED) Blue Flames battled the College of Information Technology (CIT) Stingers in a hard-fought men’s volleyball match on Friday, January 30.
January 30, 2026 at 5:32 AM
LOOK: The College of Professional Teachers Education (CPTEd) Blue Flames dominated the scoreboard and secured the top spot in the Men’s Beach Volleyball Finals on Friday, January 30.

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January 30, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Heads up, BulSUan applicants! 👋

The Bulacan State University (BulSU) Admission Office released an advisory on its official Facebook page announcing that emails for the BulSU Admission Test (ATBULSU) will be sent out from January 26 to 31.

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January 30, 2026 at 1:44 AM
LOOK: Featuring prowess and quick splashes, student swimmers from BulSU colleges and campuses battled it out in the pool as #PalarongPampamantasan2025 concluded the swimming tournament on Thursday, January 29.

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#AMplify
January 29, 2026 at 11:20 AM
LOOK: The College of Information Technology (CIT) filled the BulSU Activity Center as they secured a double triumph in the Sepak Takraw Men’s and Women’s category on Thursday, January 29.

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January 29, 2026 at 5:04 AM
LOOK: An unexpected participant from the College of Information Technology (CIT) made a surprise debut after winning the Boccia competition for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) held at the BulSU E-Library on Wednesday, January 28.

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January 28, 2026 at 11:35 AM
LOOK: The two-day Athletics tournament concluded on the third day of #PalarongPampamantasan2025 after colleges and external campuses competed in a wide range of men’s and women’s track and field events at the Bulacan Sports Complex on Wednesday, January 28.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:24 AM
NOW: In partnership with Bulacan Medical Center–Luntiang Silong and Usbong Bulacan, BulSU Bahaghari is offering free HIV testing for BulSUans at NAL 2, 2nd floor of Pimentel Hall today, January 28.

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January 28, 2026 at 11:10 AM
LOOK: Colorful booths lined up as students from Bulacan State University (BulSU) set up stalls for the Pride Expo in front of the Activity Center today, January 28.

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January 28, 2026 at 11:07 AM
‘MGA BEKI NG BAYAN, NGAYON AY LALABAN!’

Members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community marched along campus roads as BulSU Bahaghari held a Pride March for its 10th Week of Colors celebration on Wednesday, January 28.

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Photos by Kier Gatbonton, Nestlene Mateo
January 28, 2026 at 11:02 AM
LOOK: Continuing its long-standing advocacy for the queer community, BulSU Bahaghari debuted its first queer film festival, Reels of Pride 2026, as part of the 10th anniversary of the Week of Colors at the BulSU E-Library Amphitheater on Wednesday, January 27.

#AMplify
January 27, 2026 at 12:46 PM
LOOK: BulSUans participated in the newest single-elimination patintero tournament, Laro ng Lahi, on the opening day of #PalarongPampantasan2025 at the Old Tennis Court beside Alvarado Hall on Monday, January 26.

#AMplify
January 27, 2026 at 11:52 AM
JUST IN: The Department of Justice has issued subpoenas against senator Jinggoy Estrada and ex-DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan in connection with a plunder case filed against them.

The preliminary investigation is scheduled to be held on February 2 and 12.

#AMplify
January 27, 2026 at 10:20 AM
BREAKING NEWS: Charges against seven residents of Dupax del Norte, Nueva Vizcaya were dismissed today, following their arrest for staging a barricade opposing the mining exploration of Woggle Mining Corporation on January 23.

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January 26, 2026 at 11:13 AM
LOOK: With over 300 karosa bearing different titled images of the Santo Niño, thousands of devotees from various towns in Bulacan joined the parade last Sunday to mark the 51st anniversary of Santo Niño de Malolos on January 25.

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January 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Representatives from Hagonoy Campus and College of Arts and Letters (CAL) clinched the first-ever Mx. Intramurals titles during the opening of #PalarongPampamantasan2025, held at Valencia Hall on Monday, January 26.

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Photos by Chelcie Artus, Kier Gatbonton
January 26, 2026 at 9:46 AM