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Philippines Sees Increase in Commuters Amid Fuel Price Hikes
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Philippines Sees Increase in Commuters Amid Fuel Price Hikes

The Department of Transportation–Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (DOTr-SAICT) in the Philippines has observed a rise in the number of commuters, attributed to increasing fuel prices driven by ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Taiwan Debates Military Spending Amid US-China Tensions
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Taiwan Debates Military Spending Amid US-China Tensions

Taiwan's lawmakers are set to debate defense funding this week, as the opposition Nationalist Party faces internal tensions over choices regarding the United States and China, and efforts to counter Beijing's growing military might.

Global Stocks, Including Athens and Milan, Tumble as Middle East Conflict Escalates
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Global Stocks, Including Athens and Milan, Tumble as Middle East Conflict Escalates

Global stock markets, including Wall Street, Milan, FTSE 100, and Athens, have suffered significant losses, while oil prices continue to rise, driven by escalating Middle East conflict, Trump's ultimatum to Iran, and threats of supply disruption from the Persian Gulf.

PM Modi Addresses Parliament on India's Energy Security and Citizen Protection Amid Hormuz Crisis
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PM Modi Addresses Parliament on India's Energy Security and Citizen Protection Amid Hormuz Crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed parliament, highlighting India's diversified energy imports from 41 nations and emphasizing the nation's commitment to energy security amidst global tensions, particularly in response to the concerning situation in the Strait of Hormuz and efforts to protect Indians stuck amid the war.

Stock Market Unprepared as Federal Reserve's Policy Script Flips
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Stock Market Unprepared as Federal Reserve's Policy Script Flips

The Federal Reserve's projected policy script has reportedly flipped, raising red flags about economic conditions, and the stock market appears largely unprepared for these changes, indicating a potential disconnect between central bank concerns and investor sentiment.

Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise; Japan Explains Legal Limits on Contribution to US Request
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Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise; Japan Explains Legal Limits on Contribution to US Request

Amid escalating conflict, the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical passage, with Japan's PM explaining legal limitations to President Trump regarding contributions to navigation safety, while Russia and China voice concern and analysts question the US's ability to secure it alone.