WATCH: The Senate approved on Thursday, December 4 the proposed P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026 on second reading. (Video courtesy of Senate of the Philippines) | MANILA BULLETIN

WATCH: A “sad” Christmas awaits Filipinos because of the rampant government corruption and abuses, Vice President Sara Duterte said, but she also believed that the Filipinos’ resilient spirits will keep them strong enough to withstand the country’s current state. (via Raymund Antonio | MB) | MANILA BULLETIN

WATCH: President Marcos has ordered senators and congressmen to prioritize the passage of four proposed legislative measures, including the Anti-dynasty bill and Party-list System Reform Act. (Video courtesy of MPC Pool via Betheena Unite | MB) | MANILA BULLETIN

WATCH: Ben&Ben talk about how they deal with their mental health and unveil the Traveller Plush Series during an immersive storytelling experience of the band's album, "The Traveller Across Dimensions" at Robinsons Galleria on Friday, Nov. 28. (🎥 Poch Eulalia | Edited by Nancy Marie Andam | Manila Bulletin Lifestyle) #ManilaBulletinLifestyle #BenandBen | Manila Bulletin Lifestyle

HAPPENING NOW: Chef Josh Boutwood, coming off Helm’s recent two star citation at the inaugural Michelin Guide ceremony in the Philippines on October 30, invited Manila Bulletin to a six course degustation this evening on Balesin Island. The event brings together local and imported ingredients, presented with Champagne and wines from Premium Wine Exchange, craft cocktails by Arc Archipelago, and support from Jeep. Josh is serving a menu created for the occasion, beginning with raw tuna dressed in