Fixed the active survey so readers can view the current ballot and participate directly in the app without signing in. Added Apple tracking-permission controls before advertising starts. Declining tracking keeps the app available without loading ads.

Added clearly labeled native ads between selected content sections and article paragraphs. Ads are limited to three per screen and do not use pop-ups or overlays. Added advertising privacy choices.

Removed the Sara Duterte impeachment tracker from the app.

MCT Reader Nominations now works directly inside the app, with native profile setup and nomination fields instead of opening the website. This update also retains the responsive Mac and iPad layout and improved featured-image sizing.

• Improved survey participation messaging when voting is temporarily unavailable. • Participation profiles remain saved so you can try again later. • Additional reliability improvements.

• Removed the article voice picker from MCT Daily Brief and Five Things to Know. • Fixed LISTEN! so the player closes after you stop audio and leave the LISTEN! section. • Improved playback state handling and app reliability.

Introducing LISTEN! — MCT commentaries in audio. • Listen to individual commentaries or play a series. • Keep listening while your screen is locked, with playback controls on the Lock Screen. • Join the discussion through episode comments and replies. • Return to Home easily from LISTEN! and episode details.