Topic: Philippines — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-31 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Jeepney drivers who joined the Manila government’s free ride program will receive an additional P500 in daily cash assistance, on top of the P3,000 minimum subsidy given by the city government, Mayor Isko Moreno announced Tuesday.
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[2026-03-31 21:01 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-03-31 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Newsletters] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-03-31 20:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Over 100,000 police personnel will be deployed to secure peace and order, faster emergency response, and ensure public safety during the Holy Week, Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. Philippine National Police (PNP) chief, said on Tuesday. Transportation Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez said at least five million travelers were expected to flock to terminals, seaports and airports.
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[2026-03-31 19:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THIS Holy Week, Manila Prince Hotel invites guests to experience a selection of activities and special offers, balancing tradition with joyful family moments in the heart of the city.
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[2026-03-31 19:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on March 31, 2026 says he will spend Holy Week in his home province of Ilocos Norte.
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[2026-03-31 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on March 31, 2026 leads the opening of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) Contract Package 4 Aliaga–Cabanatuan Section, a four-lane highway which is expected to speed up travel across Central Luzon.
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[2026-03-31 19:03 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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[2026-03-31 18:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A notable shake-up marked the second returns of the 2026 Volleyball All-Star Showcase, as several new names from both the Premier Volleyball League and Spikers’ Turf climbed the fan voting rankings.
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[2026-03-31 17:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: A SHARED vision in branding as BingoPlus was recognized as one of the Top Advertisers at the United Print and Multimedia Group (UPMG) Philippines Print Summit and Headliners Awards with the theme: “The Legacy of Print and its Evolution” at Dusit Thani Manila last March 24.
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[2026-03-31 17:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Caloocan Mayor Dave Gonzalo Malapitan on Tuesday announced that the local government has sealed a partnership with tricycle and jeepney groups based in the city to provide free ride for the commuters in exchange for regular financial subsidy amid the unabated increase in fuel costs, Malapitan told The Manila Times.
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[2026-03-31 17:25 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-31 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Makati Public Safety Department will implement road closures and traffic rerouting on Good Friday.
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[2026-03-31 17:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday announced a half-day work-from-home (WFH) setup for government employees on Wednesday in line with the country’s observation of Holy Week. The Palace issued Memorandum Circular 116, “to allow them to travel to and from the different in the country” for the long break. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro noted that remote work would be from 8 a.m.
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[2026-03-31 17:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. dismissed concerns over a possible food price spike, saying extreme projections linked to rising oil prices are unlikely and do not reflect government interventions.
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[2026-03-31 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday reiterated that China was “not a reliable partner” on the negotiating table despite ongoing talks on the possibility of joint oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, particularly in areas within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
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[2026-03-31 16:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — At least for now, Indonesian Janice Tjen is the highest rated player at the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings at No. 41.
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[2026-03-31 16:27 UTC+10:00] [Athletes] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-31 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala will start her clay season with a pair of WTA 500 tournaments: the Linz Open and the Stuttgart Open.
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[2026-03-31 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is set to take part in the first Eurovision Song Contest held in the Asian continent, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), global entertainment company Voxovation, and S2O Productions announced on Tuesday.
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[2026-03-31 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Service Commission (CSC) issued a resolution to support government agencies in transitioning from traditional, process-driven personnel management to a modern, competency-based human resource system aimed at improving public service delivery.
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[2026-03-31 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said he would spend Holy Week in his hometown, Ilocos Norte as he encouraged the public to renew their commitment to faith in his message.
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[2026-03-31 13:49 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: The Philippines is uniquely exposed to the surging oil price caused by the war in the Middle East. The government is facing protests and widespread anger
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[2026-03-31 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday led the opening of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) Contract Package 4 Aliaga–Cabanatuan Section, a four-lane segment expected to enhance connectivity across Central Luzon.
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[2026-03-31 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Even in times of war, the Duterte family is still the favorite of fake news peddlers.
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[2026-03-31 12:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: A NO-BRAINER partnership among the best Filipino sports organizations just got a new lease on life with a new twist.
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[2026-03-31 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The driver in the viral gas-and-run incident over the weekend has surrendered, police said Tuesday.
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[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Critics oppose the return of Japanese troops over Tokyo’s lack of a formal apology for the wartime abuse of Filipino ‘comfort women’
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[2026-03-31 10:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The entire archipelago would continue to experience generally fair weather, and Metro Manila's temperature would hit 37 degrees Celsius, falling under the extreme caution category, the state-run weather agency said on Tuesday.
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[2026-03-31 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: PHILIPPINE Red Cross Chairman and CEO and former senator Richard Gordon shared his thoughts as he reunited with his long-time friend former Taiwanese vice president Vincent Siew, recalling their association when he was Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) chairman.
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[2026-03-31 03:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CEBU CITY — The provincial government of Cebu will install a waste-to-fuel facility and enforce stricter waste segregation across government offices as part of its Clean Cebu Campaign to address the province’s ongoing garbage problem.
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[2026-03-31 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: ONE out of four Filipino children is malnourished and stunted. This is the recent data presented by the Department of Education before all the mayors of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines in their recent event at the Marriot Hotel in Newport. Malnutrition at the stage of a child’s brain development has irreversible damaging effects on the child’s ability to learn and acquire skills needed.
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[2026-03-31 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: POLICE presence in key transportation hubs in Metro Manila and tourism hotspots across the country has been intensified as more travelers trooped to bus terminals and sea ports for the Holy Week, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Monday.
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[2026-03-31 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: THE Philippine aviation sector is navigating its most significant transition since the deregulation of the 1990s. As the country crosses into 2026, the sector is no longer merely recovering from the pandemic; it is being fundamentally rebuilt. From the private sector-led overhaul of the nation’s primary gateway to a high-stakes fleet modernization race, Philippine aviation is undergoing much-needed technological and structural upgrades.
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[2026-03-31 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: I am writing on behalf of my relative, who is being attacked online by her former employees. These people were terminated for violating company rules on social media use. Now they are using Facebook to bash my relative publicly. They post memes and indirect comments aimed at my relative and the company.
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[2026-03-31 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: IN celebration of Women’s Month, Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts proudly spotlights the all-female powerhouse driving its Sales, Marketing and Events team, a group of passionate, results-driven women, led by one of the industry’s seasoned leaders, Ria Galvez, director of Sales, Marketing and Events.
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[2026-03-31 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: NEW Manila International Airport in Bulacan is poised to become the country’s largest and most ambitious aviation project, designed to address long-term capacity constraints in Metro Manila. Led by San Miguel Corp., the development spans about 2,500 hectares in Bulakan and is envisioned as a modern, high-capacity gateway that will eventually complement and, in the long term, relieve pressure from Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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[2026-03-31 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: PUBLIC schools will shift from four grading periods to three terms starting school year (SY) 2026-2027 after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved the change last week upon the recommendation of his economic advisers.
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[2026-03-31 02:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Sen. Bam Aquino filed Senate Bill (SB) 2011 to classify gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products as basic necessities, placing them under the government’s price control function.
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[2026-03-31 00:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Sen. Win Gatchalian sought to limit Filipino youth's access to digital platforms, for their protection, following Indonesia’s enforcement of a social media ban for minors under 16.
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[2026-03-31 00:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP) has partnered with the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) to expand livelihood opportunities for urban poor communities.
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[2026-03-31 00:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — GMA News on Monday announced a renewed commitment to its “Serbisyong Totoo” mandate, reinforcing its push for truthful, balanced and credible journalism as it adapts to a rapidly evolving media landscape.
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[2026-03-31 00:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Around 83,000 passengers benefited from the free jeepney rides launched by the Manila City government on its first day of operations.
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[2026-03-30 23:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Manila Police District (MPD) on Monday said roads will be closed on Good Friday for the procession of the Nazarene.
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[2026-03-30 21:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A group of lawyers on Monday said they will file an impeachment complaint before the House of Representatives against Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Erwin Garcia and six commissioners, citing alleged violations of election laws and betrayal of public trust.
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[2026-03-30 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The PBA Office of the Commissioner slapped a P20,000 fine on mercurial Converge forward Calvin Abueva last Monday following his post-game rant against officiating in the FiberXers’ 99-93 loss to the Barangay Ginebra Kings.
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[2026-03-30 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Exclusive Content] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-03-30 20:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: You’re watching The Manila Times’ News Prime.
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[2026-03-30 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: IN an industry long dominated by men in hard hats and corner offices, a transformation is underway at Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGEN). Across the company’s operations, women are playing an increasingly visible role in reimagining what Philippine energy can become.
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[2026-03-30 18:59 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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