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Manila Bulletin
Abolishing travel tax
The proposed abolition of the travel tax is a step in the right direction to keep public policy attuned with the constitutional provision mandating that the right to travel shall not be impaired, \"except in the interest of national security, public safety, or public health, as may be provided by law\".
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March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
April supply buffer falling; DOE races to secure new oil shipments
The government is weighing a pivot toward discounted crude from Russia and the United States (US) to stabilize the country's energy security, though the Department of Energy (DOE) warns that logistical hurdles may prevent the shipments from arriving before domestic stockpiles hit critical levels.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
VP Duterte impeachment hearings begin March 25
The House Committee on Justice will begin the “hearings proper” stage of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment case on March 25.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Gov't expands YAKAP caravan; medical assistance reaches students
Aiming to improve learner health and expand access to basic healthcare services, particularly in underserved and remote communities, the Department of Education (DepEd), in partnership with the Philippine Health Insurance Corp.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Marcos suspends fare hike
President Marcos has ordered the suspension of the impending fare hike, saying this is not the time to increase fares as we are still facing problems brought about by the Middle East war.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Senate ratifies bicam report resetting first BARMM polls to September
The Senate on Tuesday, March 18, ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the bill resetting the first regular Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections to September.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
A night of rare pours at BRB
An exclusive Davidoff cigar launch, curated whisky pairings, and a Bangkok bar takeover at Solaire
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PBBM: No need to hoard; food supply, prices normal
President Marcos on Tuesday, March 18, assured Filipinos that food supply and prices remain stable despite rising global oil prices, therefore there is no need to hoard as the government keeps the situation under control.
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH faces major energy shock risk amid war
The global oil price shock is seen creeping deeper into the pockets of Filipinos, as the Philippines is among the Asian economies deemed most vulnerable to the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, according to Washington-based Institute of International Finance (IIF).
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Rockwell raises P10B from bonds
Rockwell Land Corp., the Lopez Group’s upscale property developer, has successfully raised P10 billion from the first tranche of its P20-billion bonds under the shelf-registered program of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
High fuel costs weigh on car sales
The Philippine automotive industry faces a dual challenge of cooling demand and rising energy costs as escalating Middle East tensions threaten to derail the sector’s ambitious annual growth targets.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Governance drives ESG financial gains
Strong corporate governance delivers the clearest and most consistent financial gains for Philippine listed firms, while environmental and social initiatives show more uneven and delayed payoffs, according to state-run policy think tank Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS).
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Satellite images begin to show damage wrought by Iran war
Satellite images are beginning to be released giving a glimpse into the toll of the Iran war, with ships ablaze in an Iranian port and destroyed buildings at an American base.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SM City Zamboanga set to transform retail scene
M Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest property developers, is opening SM City Zamboanga on Friday, March 20, marking its eighth mall in Mindanao and its 90th mall in the Philippines.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
UnionBank CEO becomes first female BAP president
Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ana Maria Aboitiz-Delgado has been elected president of the Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP), becoming the first woman to lead the industry group since its founding nearly 80 years ago.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Oscar ratings fall 9% in Conan O'Brien's second year hosting
The 98th Oscars hosted by Conan O'Brien saw a dip in ratings after several years of gains.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Filipinas eye World Cup slot
The Philippine women's football team gets one last shot at a World Cup berth when it clashes with Uzbekistan in the playoffs of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup on Thursday, March 19.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Vatican appeals court declares mistrial in the ‘trial of the century’ against a cardinal
The Vatican appeals tribunal declared a mistrial Tuesday in the Holy See’s big “trial of the century,” a stunning blow to both Pope Francis’ legacy and Vatican prosecutors who had put a cardinal and several other people on trial over alleged financial crimes.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
In transit
Somewhere I read a Japanese monk's observation that as we are all travelers we must learn that separation awaits us at the end of the road.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
From streets to canvas: Malabon painters capture the city before it changes
For local artists in Malabon, painting is both a passion and a mission—to preserve the city's heritage and everyday scenes amid rapid urbanization so future generations can still look back on what the city once was.
4 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Filinvest consolidates food, beverage units
Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC) is centralizing its food and beverage operations under its hospitality unit as part of a broader strategy to pivot toward integrated leisure and wellness services.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The return of fuel anxiety
The conversation has shifted.
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SB19 to make history at Lollapalooza 2026
SB19 dropped a major announcement for A'TIN on March 18, confirming their upcoming performance at Lollapalooza in Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois, from July 30 to Aug. 2.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Aquino proud of Gilas Women
Gilas Pilipinas Women’s head coach Pat Aquino remains satisfied with his team’s maiden qualifying run despite falling short of a FIBA Women’s World Cup berth in Berlin, Germany.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ethics complaint vs ‘Bato’ may be dismissed if Senate rules are not amended
The complaint filed against Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa over his continued absence in the Senate may be dismissed if it is heard without the rules of the Upper Chamber getting amended.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Gov't speeds up asset sales
The Marcos Jr. administration is accelerating the sale of prime real estate assets to fund an urgent expansion of the national oil stockpile, as geopolitical volatility in the Middle East depletes domestic fuel buffers.
2 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Iran launches barrage of missiles after Israel kills 2 of its top officials
Israel killed two senior Iranian security officials in a major blow to the Islamic Republic’s leadership as it faces its greatest test in decades, and Iran responded Wednesday with renewed missile and drone attacks on its Gulf Arab neighbors and Israel.
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
The sexy actor's role in senakulo
Apollo Mitero was in high school when he became interested in writing fiction.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Robinsons Land brings new jobs, modern spaces to provinces
Following its historic 45th anniversary in 2025, Robinsons Land Corp. is accelerating its nationwide expansion strategy, which signals a bold new chapter for the real estate giant.
3 min |
March 19, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Eala faces stern test
Filipina ace clashes with Grand Slam doubles champion in Miami
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