Manila Bulletin – DSWD cash relief assistance vs DOTr fuel subsidy: What’s the difference?

Published Mar 28, 2026 02:57 pm Two government assistance programs are being implemented in the Philippines to help public utility drivers cope with rising fuel prices triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Although both programs aim to support the country’s transport sector, they differ in design and implementation. DSWD cash relief assistance The … Read more

Marcos orders govt agencies to remain vigilant, proactive vs possible effects of Middle East conflict

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed government agencies to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the possible effects of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, warning that complacency could put the country at a disadvantage. “The message of President Marcos Jr. regarding our preparedness is appropriate and timely. The President wants us … Read more

ICC allows additional evidence,gets 227 more victim applications in case vs Duterte

(UPDATE) THE International Criminal Court (ICC) allowed both the defense and prosecution to expand their lists of evidence in the case against former president Rodrigo Duterte, even as the court received hundreds of additional applications from individuals seeking to participate as victims in the proceedings. In a decision issued on Wednesday, the Pre-Trial Chamber I … Read more

31 business groups seek effective bill vs political dynasties, slam Sandro Marcos measure

“HB 6771 permits succession, switching, substitution, and rotation among relatives, enabling family members to occupy elective positions across levels of government and across election cycles, effectively preserving monopoly over political power. In reality, HB 6771 is a pro-dynasty measure,” the groups said in a joint statement. They emphasized that political dynasties were “not merely a … Read more

Manila Bulletin – PNP builds strong case vs alleged smugglers of P1.1-B cigarettes seized in Batangas

Published Feb 4, 2026 01:27 pm Police are now finalizing the case build-up against those involved in the alleged smuggling of P1.1 billion worth of cigarettes that were seized in Batangas City late December last year. The goal, according to the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) is to come up with a solid case against … Read more

Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann can see reasons for defeat vs. Portugal, eager to make adjustments and improve

After dropping a 2-1 decision to Portugal in the UEFA Nations League semifinals, Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann told ZDF (via kicker) why he thought things fell apart: As the reason for the defeat, he did not cite the absence of key players, but rather the lack of presence in possession and the missing “bite” when … Read more

Germany vs. Portugal: Lineups, team news, injuries, how to watch and more!

Match Info Location: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany Date: Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 Time: 9:00pm local time, 3:00pm EST TV/streaming: Fox Sports 1, Find Your Country For the first time in the UEFA Nations League’s short history, Julian Nagelsmann has led Germany deep into the knockout rounds. Germany won its group in undefeated fashion and subsequently … Read more

UFC 316: Lightweight bout late addition to Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley 2 card

UFC 316 has a new fight. The UFC announced Monday that MarQuel Mederos (10-1) is booked to fight newcomer Mark Choinski (8-0) in a lightweight bout on the preliminary portion of this Saturday’s pay-per-view, which takes place at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Eurosport was first to report the matchup. Mederos was scheduled to fight … Read more

LIVE! UFC Fight Night Results: Blanchfield vs. Barber

MMA Fighting has UFC Fight Night results for the Blanchfield vs. Barber fight card, a live blog of the main event, and more from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas on Saturday night. In the main event, Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber square off in a catchweight contest. Blanchfield recently defeated former strawweight champion Rose … Read more

Paris Saint-Germain vs. Inter Milan: CONGRATULATIONS TO PSG AND LUIS ENRIQUE, CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNERS 2024/25!

Match Observations Inter Milan. Utterly embarrassing. And with Inzaghi most likely leaving for Saudi right after, this is it. There were no excuses for the way they played. What. A. Game. Paris Saint-Germain winning on the home turf of the very same team who beat them five years ago. As urban legends in football go, … Read more