[2026-03-19 15:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Blu Girls gear up for World Cup, Asian Games

Snippet: The Philippine women’s softball team is set to ramp up its training as the Blu Girls prepare for two of the sport’s biggest stages this year — the Women's Softball World Cup and the Asian Games.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/sports/blu-girls-gear-up-for-world-cup-asian-games/2303366

[2026-03-19 15:22 UTC+10:00] [Al Queda] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippine police thwart Roblox-linked school shooting plot by 7 teens

Snippet: The case involving radicalised students in Laguna province highlights the urgent cyber safety and parental vigilance against online threats

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3347111/philippine-police-thwart-roblox-linked-school-shooting-plot-7-teens

[2026-03-19 14:51 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Duterte still detained in the ICC detention center

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/rodrigo-duterte-still-detained-icc-detention-center/

[2026-03-19 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Agriculture chief files cyberlibel cases against Zaldy Co, '18 ex-Marines,' lawyer

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. filed separate cyberlibel cases against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and the "18 ex-Marines" and their counsel Levi Baligod at the Makati City Prosecutor's Office on Thursday morning.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/business/agriculture-chief-files-cyberlibel-cases-against-zaldy-co-18-ex-marines-lawyer/2303367

[2026-03-19 14:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No stranded commuters amid transport strike — MMDA

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Thursday said no stranded commuters have been recorded so far amid the ongoing transport strike.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/national/no-stranded-commuters-amid-transport-strike-mmda/2303372

[2026-03-19 14:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Mail-order bride victim Intercepted at NAIA after posing as Chinese language student

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Immigration officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) intercepted a 21-year-old woman, suspected of being a victim of a mail-order bride scheme.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/mail-order-bride-victim-intercepted-at-naia-after-posing-as-chinese-language-student/2303370

[2026-03-19 14:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt eyes measures to cushion impact of rising oil prices in air transport

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with members of the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) to discuss measures to mitigate the impact of oil price fluctuations on the air transport sector, Malacañang said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/govt-eyes-measures-to-cushion-impact-of-rising-oil-prices-in-air-transport/2303373

[2026-03-19 13:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Transport group accuses police of harassment

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A transport group leading a strike in Metro Manila on Thursday accused police officers of allegedly harassing its members, as protests against high fuel taxes disrupted traffic in several areas.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/transport-group-accuses-police-of-harassment/2303345

[2026-03-19 13:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Quezon City awarded Seal of Good Education Governance for second straight year

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Thursday took pride in the latest achievement of the local government which was awarded, for the second straight year, the prestigious Seal of Good Education Governance (SGEG) from the Synergeia Foundation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/quezon-city-awarded-seal-of-good-education-governance-for-second-straight-year/2303346

[2026-03-19 12:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos orders P10B fuel aid to farmers, fisherfolk

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — After rolling out the P5,000 fuel support program to public transport drivers, the government will soon be handing out gas assistance to farmers and fishermen as part of the government's response to the effects of surging oil costs, Malacañang announced Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/marcos-orders-p10b-fuel-aid-to-farmers-fisherfolk/2303344

[2026-03-19 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Human Interest] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: [NEIGHBORS] Owning our worth: What I learned from conversations with 2 prominent Filipino nurses

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/human-interest/neighbors-owning-worth-lessons-filipino-nurses-united-states/

[2026-03-19 10:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: MMDA defers free rides to give non-striking PUVs chance to operate

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Thursday said it was holding off the deployment of its libreng sakay (free ride) program to avoid competing with jeepney drivers who would not join a metrowide strike.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/national/mmda-defers-free-rides-to-give-non-striking-puvs-chance-to-operate/2303338

[2026-03-19 09:36 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Iran hits Qatar energy hub, targets Saudi Arabia, after huge gas field struck

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/iran-hits-qatar-energy-hub-targets-saudi-arabia-march-18-2026/

[2026-03-19 09:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cyclist groups question MMDA’s EDSA bike user count figures

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Transport advocacy groups have questioned the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority’s (MMDA) figures on the number of bicycle users along EDSA, citing a significant gap between official estimates and independent counts.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/national/cyclist-groups-question-mmdas-edsa-bike-user-count-figures/2303294

[2026-03-19 08:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pagasa sees no storm until weekend; ‘amihan’ affects only Northern Luzon

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The state-run weather agency said Thursday that it has not monitored any low pressure area forming inside or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility until the weekend while the ‘weakening’ northeast monsoon (‘amihan’) is only affecting Northern Luzon.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/news/pagasa-sees-no-storm-until-weekend-amihan-affects-only-northern-luzon/2303283

[2026-03-19 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jun Sisa’s ‘2nd Chance’ tops Vibe PH chart

Snippet: OPM singer Jun Sisa reached a career milestone after his single “2nd Chance” climbed to No. 1 on the Uprising chart of Vibe PH, a fan-powered platform that highlights emerging Filipino artists.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/jun-sisas-2nd-chance-tops-vibe-ph-chart/2302579

[2026-03-19 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Over 26K Cebu PUV drivers to receive P5K fuel subsidy after Holy Week

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/19/regions/over-26k-cebu-puv-drivers-to-receive-p5k-fuel-subsidy-after-holy-week/2302861

[2026-03-19 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Meralco off to hot start, routs Converge

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Meralco took control of the game behind the trio of import Marvin Jones, CJ Cansino and Chris Newsome to clobber Converge, 109-88, to kick off its PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup campaign on a high note on Wednesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/meralco-off-to-hot-start-routs-converge/2302996

[2026-03-19 01:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winner in Grand lotto 6/55, Mega lotto 6/45 draws for March 18

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — There were no winners in the Grand lotto 6/55 and Mega lotto 6/45 draws on Wednesday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/no-winner-in-grand-lotto-655-mega-lotto-645-draws-for-march-18/2303002

[2026-03-19 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Strong finish powers Song to PGT Q-School lead

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Lee Song battled harsh afternoon conditions before catching fire down the stretch, delivering a scorching frontside finish to salvage a gritty 73 and wrest a two-stroke lead over Ivan Yabut after 36 holes of the Philippine Golf Tour Qualifying School on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/strong-finish-powers-song-to-pgt-q-school-lead/2302862

[2026-03-19 00:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Terrafirma stays perfect, smothers Blackwater

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Terrafirma sustained its hot conference start, hammering Blackwater, 99-88 for its third straight win in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup on Wednesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/terrafirma-stays-perfect-smothers-blackwater/2302858

[2026-03-18 23:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: HEADLINES: Marcos suspends fare hikes | Mar. 19, 2026

Snippet: Good day. Here are the stories of The Manila Times for Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/headlines-marcos-suspends-fare-hikes-mar-19-2026/2302743

[2026-03-18 23:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Oil price hikes no impact on Bicol tourism, says Albay mayor

Snippet: Albay Mayor’s League President Carlos Baldo of Camalig town tells The Manila Times on March 18, 2026 that the tourism arrival in his town is not affected by the current economic turmoil as it is increasing despite spiking gasoline prices to watch the effusive eruption of Mayon Volcano. Baldo also cancelled the Pinangat Festival in June as part of austerity measures following the US-Israeli led war in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/videos/watch-oil-price-hikes-no-impact-on-bicol-tourism-says-albay-mayor/2302708

[2026-03-18 23:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos orders suspension of new round of fare hikes

Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on March 18, 2026 ordered the Department of Transportation to suspend the implementation of the new round of fare hikes amid the skyrocketing prices of fuel and commodities caused by the war in the Middle East. Marcos issued the directive to ease the burden of commuters and also gave reassurance that the government would continue to provide assistance to all those affected.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/videos/watch-marcos-orders-suspension-of-new-round-of-fare-hikes/2302706

[2026-03-18 22:33 UTC+10:00] [Explainers] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: EXPLAINER: Victims’ legal team in ICC intact, defense ‘team’ questioned

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/victims-legal-defense-team-duterte-case-icc/

[2026-03-18 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watch: Marcos orders suspension of new fare hikes

Snippet: You’re watching The Manila Times’ News Prime.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/videos/watch-marcos-orders-suspension-of-new-fare-hikes/2302628

[2026-03-18 21:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Frasco takes oath as adviser on sustainable communities

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines- Former Tourism secretary Christina Frasco took her oath as Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities, Malacañang said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/frasco-takes-oath-as-adviser-on-sustainable-communities/2302855

[2026-03-18 21:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sotto calls for responsible pet ownership

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Senate President Vicente Sotto III urged Filipinos to become responsible pet owners since they play a role in preventing rabies and protecting public health.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/sotto-calls-for-responsible-pet-ownership/2302894

[2026-03-18 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: ICC’s rejection of Duterte’s appeal for interim release misrepresented as reclusion perpetua sentence

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/icc-reject-rodrigo-duterte-appeal-interim-release-misrepresented-reclusion-perpetua-sentence/

[2026-03-18 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcoleta not liable for election offense but contributors are — Comelec

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has ruled that Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was not liable for non-disclosure in his statement of contributions and expenditures (SOCE) of the P75 million contributions he received during the 2025 national and local polls but did not absolve his three contributors who are facing an election offense "due to their failure to submit their respective individual report of contributions within 30 days after the elections."

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/marcoleta-not-liable-for-election-offense-but-contributors-are-comelec/2302562

[2026-03-18 20:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos on food, fuel supply : Everything is normal

Snippet: Welcome to The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/videos/watch-marcos-on-food-fuel-supply-everything-is-normal/2302516

[2026-03-18 20:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cantada fires 32 as NU gets back at UP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sam Cantada unleashed a career-best 32 points as the NU Lady Bulldogs got back at the UP Fighting Maroons, 24-26, 25-17, 21-25, 25-18, 15-8, in the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball tournament at the Araneta Coliseum Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/cantada-fires-32-as-nu-gets-back-at-up/2302518

[2026-03-18 20:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pasig serves over 2K drivers in Day 2 of ₱5K fuel aid payout

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Pasig City government on Wednesday continued its manual distribution of the P5,000 fuel subsidy for tricycle drivers for the second day on Wednesday, serving more than 2,000 beneficiaries as of 1 p.m. across two payout sites.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/national/pasig-serves-over-2k-drivers-in-day-2-of-5k-fuel-aid-payout/2302558

[2026-03-18 20:21 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Robredo did not rebuke VP Duterte’s claims about OFW repatriation

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/leni-robredo-not-rebuke-vp-duterte-claims-ofw-repatriation/

[2026-03-18 19:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Some senators face more than one ethics complaint, says Ejercito

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Some senators are facing more than one complaint before the Senate Ethics Committee, Sen. Joseph Victor Ejercito said on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/some-senators-face-more-than-one-ethics-complaint-says-ejercito/2302514

[2026-03-18 19:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Former VP security head denies key witness claims on POGO, drug fund links

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The former head of the Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group (VPSPG) denied anew his alleged links to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) and drug money as alleged by a key witness.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/former-vp-security-head-denies-key-witness-claims-on-pogo-drug-fund-links/2302517

[2026-03-18 19:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Public transport group hits govt ‘flip-flop’ on fare hike suspension, cites lack of preparedness

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Public utility jeepney (PUJ) transport group Manibela on Wednesday hit the government’s suspension of a planned fare increase, calling it a “flip-flop” policy that reflects a lack of preparation and direction.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/national/public-transport-group-hits-govt-flip-flop-on-fare-hike-suspension-cites-lack-of-preparedness/2302490

[2026-03-18 19:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: MARINA and BSM align on seafarer excellence and green tech

Snippet: ​In a major move toward a more sustainable and tech-forward maritime sector, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) Philippines officially entered into a strategic partnership on March 17, 2026. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the MARINA Central Office signals a new era of active collaboration between regulators and industry leaders, focusing on the "green transition" and the holistic development of the Filipino seafaring workforce.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/maritime/marina-and-bsm-align-on-seafarer-excellence-and-green-tech/2302473

[2026-03-18 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt prepares aid programs, free rides after President defers fare hikes

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Wednesday that it was rolling out a series of assistance programs for commuters and public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to defer fare increases amid the continued rise in global fuel prices caused by ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/govt-prepares-aid-programs-free-rides-after-president-defers-fare-hikes/2302472

[2026-03-18 18:46 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos suspends fare hike a day before rollout

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-orders-fare-hike-suspension-march-18-2025/

[2026-03-18 18:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH, US reaffirm strong defense alliance — AFP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and the US have once again reaffirmed their robust defense alliance amid evolving regional security challenges.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/ph-us-reaffirm-strong-defense-alliance-afp/2302462

[2026-03-18 18:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NU bounces back, sweeps UP to reclaim second

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Defending champion National University unleashed its frustrations on the University of the Philippines, 25-19, 25-14, 25-19, to return to the win column of the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Tournament on Wednesday afternoon at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/nu-bounces-back-sweeps-up-to-reclaim-second/2302445

[2026-03-18 18:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China won't freeze fertilizer exports to Philippines, says Agriculture chief

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — China has assured the Philippines that it would not freeze exporting fertilizers to the country amid the war in the Middle East, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/news/china-wont-freeze-fertilizer-exports-to-philippines-says-agriculture-chief/2302478

[2026-03-18 18:33 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Pastilan] Sara Duterte’s downward spiral begins

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/pastilan-sara-duterte-downward-spiral-begins/

[2026-03-18 17:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: FEU frustrates UE for bounce back win

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The FEU Lady Tamaraws charged back to the win column after fending off an inspired third set performance by the UE Lady Warriors, 25-11, 25-15, 25-22, in the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball tournament at the Araneta Coliseum Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/feu-frustrates-ue-for-bounce-back-win/2302428

[2026-03-18 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gwapa Run powers women forward in IM 70.3 weekend

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Gwapa Dabawenya Run is set to return as one of the most vibrant highlights of the racing weekend surrounding the IRONMAN 70.3 Davao, serving not only as a lead-in event but as a powerful standalone celebration of women’s strength, confidence and community spirit.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/gwapa-run-powers-women-forward-in-im-703-weekend/2302424

[2026-03-18 17:43 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Biggest Celebration of International Women’s Day at the 2026 FCC Women’s Run PH at SM MOA, Pasay

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Thousands of runners took to the streets of Pasay a powerful display of strength, grace, and honor as the 2026 FCC Women’s Run PH returned with a sold-out field of 16,500 runners, making it the biggest women’s running event in the Philippines.

Read full article: https://nowyouknowph.rappler.com/1365/biggest-celebration-of-international-womens-day-at-the-2026-fcc-womens-run-ph-at-sm-moa-pasay/

[2026-03-18 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Junior tennis boom fuels 230-strong field in Olivarez Cup

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Junior tennis continues to surge in popularity as a strong field of 230 players sets out for the Rep. Eric Olivarez Cup Juniors Age-Group Championships, which begin on March 19 at the Olivarez Sports Center and Parañaque tennis courts.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/junior-tennis-boom-fuels-230-strong-field-in-olivarez-cup/2302419

[2026-03-18 17:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SM Supermalls, Runrio stage the Manila Marathon 2026 on EDSA’s historic route

Snippet: PHILIPPINE running reaches a defining moment this year with the historic EDSA Run, a landmark race that places one of the country’s most iconic roads at the center of the nation’s growing marathon movement.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/sm-supermalls-runrio-stage-the-manila-marathon-2026-on-edsas-historic-route/2302423

[2026-03-18 17:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Venezuela stuns USA to win politically charged World Baseball crown

Snippet: MIAMI — Venezuela scored a stunning 3-2 upset over the United States to capture the World Baseball Classic for the first time on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila) in a tense final played out against a backdrop of political tensions.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/sports/venezuelastuns-usa-to-win-politically-charged-world-baseball-crown/2302412