Global Challenges Offer Trade Policy Opportunities: DTI
A DTI official highlights how Middle East conflicts and US-China trade tensions create openings to enhance trade policies, as the Philippines chairs ASEAN and hosts a key business forum.
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NMP-Davao Extends Hours for Araw ng Dabaw
The National Museum of the Philippines-Davao announces extended operating hours from March 13-14, 2026, with free admission to celebrate Araw ng Dabaw. The museum recently reopened after earthquake repairs.
Philippines Repatriates Filipinos from Middle East via Charter Flights
The Philippine government has organized chartered flights to bring home overseas Filipino workers and their families from conflict-affected areas in the Middle East, with over 400 already returned.
Iloilo City Readies Aid for OFWs Amid Middle East Tensions
Mayor Raisa Treñas directs Peso-Iloilo City to provide financial assistance, employment support, and psychosocial services for repatriated overseas Filipino workers from the Middle East.
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DMW Recalls Bahrain Employee for Mistreating OFWs in Viral Video
DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has ordered the recall of a Migrant Workers Office employee in Bahrain caught on camera verbally abusing overseas Filipino workers. President Marcos Jr. expressed outrage over the incident.
Power's Inevitable Fall: Philippine Politics and Legacy
An analysis of how power dynamics shift in Philippine politics, from Marcos to Duterte, with insights on legacy, accountability, and the 2028 elections.
Trump's Iran Intervention: Humanitarian Crisis vs. International Law
The controversial US-led intervention in Iran sparks debate between humanitarian necessity and international law violations, examining nuclear threats and human rights abuses under the Mullah regime.
U.S.-Israel War Against Iran: Global and Philippine Impacts
A hypothetical U.S.-Israel military conflict with Iran would trigger severe regional instability, disrupt global energy markets, and strain international alliances, with immediate economic effects already felt in the Philippines through soaring fuel price
Philippines Child Malnutrition Crisis: Pediatricians Urge Action
Malnutrition remains a severe public health issue in the Philippines, with over 40% of children in Central Visayas stunted. Pediatricians emphasize the critical first 1,000 days for nutrition to prevent long-term learning and health impacts.
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Strait of Hormuz Tensions Risk Fuel Price Hikes for Philippines
Exporters warn that Middle East tensions could disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route, driving up fuel costs and inflation in the Philippines, with potential global economic impacts.
Zontians Gather in Cagayan de Oro for Women's Empowerment
Zontians from across regions convened at Limketkai Luxe Hotel for the Area 3 Meeting, focusing on unity, service, and sisterhood to advance women's empowerment through leadership and collaboration.
DTI Launches P2B OFW Fund for Displaced Workers
The Department of Trade and Industry announces a P2-billion business fund for displaced Overseas Filipino Workers, offering loans up to P20 million with flexible terms to support reintegration and entrepreneurship.
90 OFWs Return Home from Middle East, DMW Reports
Ninety overseas Filipino workers have safely returned from the Middle East, with the Department of Migrant Workers detailing ongoing repatriation efforts amid regional conflict.
FDA Warns Public Against Counterfeit Rabies Vaccines
The Food and Drug Administration alerts the public to avoid fake anti-rabies vaccines, emphasizing the life-threatening risks of counterfeit products during Rabies Awareness Month.
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Iran President: Enemies Won't Seize an Inch of Our Soil
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserts Iran will not cede territory to 'enemies' following US-Israeli attacks, while addressing regional tensions and oil market concerns.
50 Years of Service and Leadership: Two Golden Milestones
A personal reflection on the 50th anniversaries of Kiwanis Club of Muntinlupa Rizal and AIM's Master in Management Class of 1976, highlighting their enduring impact on community service and global leadership.
Davao Police: No Terror Activity by Bondi Suspects
Police Regional Office-Davao Region has concluded that Bondi Beach attack suspects did not engage in terrorism-related planning or training during their month-long stay in Davao City prior to the December 2025 incident.
Oil Price Surge Disrupts Visayas Sea Travel Amid Tensions
Rising global oil prices due to Middle East tensions have forced shipping companies in the Visayas to cancel routes, hike fares, and implement fuel surcharges, impacting passenger and cargo operations.
81 OFWs Return from Dubai Amid Middle East Unrest
Eighty-one overseas Filipino workers stranded in Dubai due to Middle East unrest arrived safely at NAIA Terminal 3 on March 7, 2026, receiving immediate government assistance including food, transportation, and psychosocial support.
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DMW Warns Seafarers: Avoid Persian Gulf War Zone
The Department of Migrant Workers urges Filipino seafarers to avoid voyages through the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman, now designated as War-like Operations Areas.
Lapu-Lapu: Hero, Fish, or Wakwak in Film?
Republic Act 11040 declares April 27 a holiday honoring Lapu-Lapu's victory at Mactan, but his portrayal in Lav Diaz's film 'Magellan' as a wakwak sparks debate over historical accuracy and cultural representation.
DMW, GASA Sign Pact to Protect OFWs from Online Scams
The Department of Migrant Workers and Global Anti-Scam Alliance have signed an MOU to enhance protection for overseas Filipino workers against cyber-enabled fraud through intelligence sharing and digital literacy programs.
Cardinal David Warns Against Nuclear Hypocrisy and Global Danger
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David criticizes geopolitical hypocrisy in nuclear disarmament rhetoric, emphasizing diplomacy over coercion and warning that ignoring international law risks catastrophic consequences.
DMW Warns Filipino Seafarers to Avoid Persian Gulf
The Department of Migrant Workers has renewed its advisory for Filipino seafarers to avoid voyages through the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman, now designated as War-like Operations Areas.
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Women's Month: From Symbolic to Substantive Authority
This Women's Month demands a shift from symbolic representation to substantive authority for women in governance and policy-making, emphasizing control over budgets, laws, and implementation for lasting societal change.
81 OFWs Return from Dubai Amid Middle East Hostilities
Eighty-one overseas Filipino workers arrived at NAIA Terminal 3 on March 7, 2026, after being stranded in Dubai due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East.
Cebu Seeks to Protect Intangible Cultural Heritage via Law Update
Cebu Province is amending its 2008 Heritage Site Ordinance to include protection for intangible cultural traditions like oral histories and performing arts, as discussed in a recent commission meeting.
Rabies Cases Drop 65% in Early 2026, DOH Urges Vaccination
The Department of Health reports 17 rabies cases from January to February 2026, a 65% decrease from 2025, with most from unvaccinated animals. The DOH emphasizes responsible pet ownership and immediate wound care.
Davao OFW Center Helps Families Amid Middle East Tensions
The Davao City OFW Families' Welfare and Crisis Center is providing support to families concerned about relatives working overseas, particularly in conflict-prone regions of the Middle East.
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Davao City Hall Centennial Stamp Unveiled to Mark 100 Years
The Davao City government has launched a commemorative stamp celebrating the 100th anniversary of the City Hall, designed by architect Juan Arellano. Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II unveiled it at Rizal Park, with officials highlighting its role in preservi
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