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Pres Marcos may suspend or cut fuel excise taxes by April 12–13

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may soon order the suspension or reduction of excise taxes on petroleum products, with a possible decision...

DND Sec Teodoro challenges retired officers over alleged ‘Third Force’ coup plot

MANILA — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Tuesday urged retired military officers to submit formal affidavits if they possess evidence of an alleged...

VP Duterte team slams ‘double standards’ in house impeachment hearings

MANILA — Vice President Sara Duterte’s legal team on Tuesday accused the House Committee on Justice of applying “double standards” in handling impeachment complaints...

Will Duterte face trial? ICC showdown enters crucial phase as defense takes the floor

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The confirmation of charges hearing against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to resume on Thursday, February 26, before...

Philippines, Netherlands mark 75 years of diplomatic ties amid ex-Pres Duterte ICC proceedings

THE Philippines and the Netherlands are celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations this year, a milestone that coincides with renewed attention on The Hague...

Rizal’s autographed El Filibusterismo fetches P21 million at auction

A first-edition copy of El Filibusterismo bearing the signature of Jose Rizal was sold for P21 million at an auction held on February 14. According...

Death toll in MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sinking rises to 57 – PCG

THE death toll from the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 has climbed to 57 after the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recovered three more...

Airports in Asia strengthen health screenings amid Nipah Virus outbreak

AIRPORTS across parts of Asia have stepped up health checks following a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, India, according to a report. Thailand has...

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