Topic: Philippines — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-18 17:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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.
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[2026-03-18 17:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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.
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[2026-03-18 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) admitted it did not regulate or monitor the miscellaneous fees charged by its accredited medical clinics, as lawmakers pressed for greater transparency in the costs imposed on driver’s license applicants.
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[2026-03-18 14:54 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-18 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Wednesday cautioned against profiteering and hoarding amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.
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[2026-03-18 14:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A former Department of Health (DOH) undersecretary alleged that the agency removed him from his post for “advocating for an upgraded Mobile Primary Care Facility (MPCF).”
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[2026-03-18 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority will suspend the implementation of the expanded number coding scheme in observance of Eid’l Fitr, the agency said in an advisory on Wednesday.
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[2026-03-18 13:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Organized labor groups have demanded that Congress convene a special session to pass the long-delayed ₱200 legislated wage increase, as commuters brace for higher fares in buses, jeepneys, and ferries driven by oil price spikes amid the Middle East conflict.
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[2026-03-18 13:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) joined forces with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to go after groups and individuals involved in real estate scams.
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[2026-03-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — SB19 is set to break new ground this year as the first P-pop act to join the lineup of Lollapalooza, one of the world’s premier music festivals.
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[2026-03-18 12:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Manufacturers of basic and prime commodities have committed to keep prices at current levels for the next 30 days, amidst the impact of higher oil prices.
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[2026-03-18 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said exercising the emergency power to suspend or reduce tax on petroleum products depends on the trends on oil prices, admitting that it is a "very complicated calculation."
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[2026-03-18 10:55 UTC+10:00] [Explainers] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-18 10:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala will face German Laura Siegemund to begin her WTA 1000 Miami Open campaign in the United States.
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[2026-03-18 10:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Wednesday that hotter days would be likely in the coming days, which may also see the declaration of the onset of the dry months, as the northeast monsoon season, locally known as ‘amihan’, was about to end.
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[2026-03-18 10:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-18 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Malacañang pushes back against Vice President Sara Duterte’s criticism of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., particularly on claims of shortcomings in addressing the needs of Filipinos. Undersecretary Claire Castro, speaking during a press briefing on March 17, 2026, at the Bagong Pilipinas Studios in Mandaue City, Cebu, said the administration has outlined its programs and responses, including measures for Filipinos affected by the Middle East conflict.
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[2026-03-18 03:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry urged leaders from the member-nations of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to take immediate action in addressing energy, water and food security concerns across the region amid the war in the Middle East.
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[2026-03-18 03:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Undersecretary Claire Castro in a press briefing on March 17, 2026, at the Bagong Pilipinas Studios in Mandaue City, says Malacañang has not yet named a replacement for Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco at the Department of Tourism, noting that a decision may come in the next few weeks. Castro said that Marcos appointed Frasco as presidential adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities because he trusted her to handle the role effectively.
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[2026-03-18 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-03-18 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
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[2026-03-18 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: A hallmark icon of the Manila Bay, Diamond Hotel Philippines has an established legacy of service excellence. For six female Executive Committee leaders, this heritage is more than milestones and memories from the last three decades. That future is anchored in a commitment to women empowerment, both within the workplace and the hospitality industry.
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[2026-03-18 02:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the fuel subsidy program would extend to transport workers outside Metro Manila after Holy Week. The initial rollout provided P5,000 to nearly 139,000 drivers in Metro Manila, including tricycle drivers, motorcycle taxi drivers, bus drivers, and jeepney drivers within the capital region. Castro said the Palace would provide and distribute 10 kilos of rice every other month for the entire year to middle-class workers and vulnerable families.
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[2026-03-18 01:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A lone bettor won the ₱100,331,631.91 jackpot prize in the Ultra lotto 6/58 draw on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office announced.
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[2026-03-18 01:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: PVL All-Filipino Conference
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[2026-03-18 00:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Farm Fresh Foxies dominated the depleted Creamline Cool Smashers in 4 sets, 25-16, 25-22, 18-25, 25-23, in the PVL All-Filipino Conference prelims Tuesday at Santa Rosa Sports Complex in Laguna.
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[2026-03-18 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Ivan Yabut and Korean Lee Song delivered matching five-under 67s to seize early control of the Philippine Golf Tour Qualifying School, overcoming tricky conditions at Splendido Taal Golf Club on Tuesday and opening a three-shot lead over the field in Laurel, Batangas.
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[2026-03-17 23:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Consumer advocacy group ILAW Pilipinas on Tuesday urged the government to adopt urgent measures to shield consumers from rising energy costs as the Philippines faces a surge in electricity prices.
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[2026-03-17 23:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Former Ilocos Sur governor Chavit Singson has offered to testify on the reported corruption behind some flood control projects, Sen. Panfilo Lacson said on Tuesday.
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[2026-03-17 22:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Studies show that attempts to control or prohibit smoke-free nicotine products unintentionally encourage underground sales and protect the cigarette industry, experts said.
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[2026-03-17 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) on Tuesday announced that the fuel surcharge for domestic and international flights will increase in April as the war in the Middle East continued to have an impact on oil prices.
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[2026-03-17 21:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: PVL All-Filipino Conference 2026
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[2026-03-17 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Welcome to The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world.
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[2026-03-17 20:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Cebu Pacific (CEB) returned to its1996 roots with a fresh round of seat sales to celebrate its founding year.
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[2026-03-17 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacanang named on Tuesday an officer-in-charge for the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) to replace the incumbent who was suspended due to alleged corruption.
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[2026-03-17 19:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANDAUE CITY — Former Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco continues to enjoy the trust of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., even as she moves from the Department of Tourism (DOT) to a new role as Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities.
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[2026-03-17 19:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A religious leader behind a sworn statement signed by 18 former members of the Philippine Marines said that he was in the United States when the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) issued a subpoena to him last week.
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[2026-03-17 18:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CEBU CITY — The long-awaited Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) system began partial operations, giving commuters their first experience riding the buses along the initial corridor while the government offered free rides during designated peak hours.
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[2026-03-17 18:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of her Miami Open return, tennis rising star Alex Eala reunited with another Filipino sports icon, Fil-American Erik Spoelstra, the head coach of the Miami Heat.
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[2026-03-17 17:30 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-17 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Kathlyn Bugna marked her return to the PPS-PEPP junior circuit in smashing fashion, sweeping two singles titles and capturing the doubles crown in the Gov. Edwin Jubahib National Juniors Tennis Championships at the DavNor Sports Tourism Complex in Tagum City, Davao del Norte over the weekend.
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[2026-03-17 16:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — THE red carpet will be rolled out for the third staging of the Women in Sports Awards on Friday at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.
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[2026-03-17 16:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — After the first round, UST Golden Tigresses' Angge Poyos and UST Golden Spikers' Josh Ybañez emerged as frontrunners for the MVP award in the women's and men's divisions, respectively, of the UAAP Season 88 volleyball tournaments.
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[2026-03-17 15:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: IN celebration of Women’s Month, Asia Society Philippines (ASPH) will host a panel discussion, titled “Women Bridging Diplomacy and Business Leadership: Shaping Economic Partnerships in a Changing Global Landscape” at Avenue Bar, Manila House, BGC, Taguig on March 19, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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[2026-03-17 14:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: ARENAPLUS, the #1 Pagcor-licensed online sportsbook in the country, reinforced its commitment to supporting the Philippines sports, this time through the golf community, with its sponsorship of the 54th Golden Tee Tournament held at the Manila Golf and Country Club in Makati City.
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[2026-03-17 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-17 11:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte said on Tuesday that the local government has partnered with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and National Housing Authority (NHA) to build homes for families who were affected by fire last Mrch 6, 2026.
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[2026-03-17 10:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Field personnel of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will get access to medical services under a new agreement with Pasay City General Hospital, an arrangement aimed at supporting workers exposed to risks while on duty.
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[2026-03-17 09:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Most parts of the archipelago will experience generally fair weather as the northeast monsoon, locally known as amihan, continues to weaken, the state-run weather agency said on Thursday.
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[2026-03-17 09:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: (UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Most parts of the archipelago will experience fair weather as the effect of the northeast monsoon locally known as "amihan" continues to weaken, the state-run weather agency said on Thursday.
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