Sri Lanka has announced a four-day work week, citing fears of fuel shortages if the ongoing war drags on.

MANILA, Philippines — All 18 alleged former Marines returned to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday, facing the challenge of proving that they previously worked for former Ako Bicol party-list Elizaldy Co, whom they accused of hiring them as “bagmen.” The alleged 18 former Marines claimed they were tasked to deliver luggage-full or a bag full of

MANILA, Philippines — While the government earlier warned of diesel hitting P96 per liter in a “worst-case scenario” because of the escalating crisis in the Middle East, consumers are now paying P94…

A two-year-old boy identified as 'Jhyroz' drowned in a river in Ternate town, Cavite province, Philippines, on Monday, according to police reports.

MANILA, Philippines — Transport group leaders on Tuesday criticized the government’s approval of a P1 fare increase for jeepneys, calling it “a slap in the face” amid soaring fuel prices.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) welcomed a bill approved by the Senate requiring law enforcement officers to use body-worn cameras during operations.

A surge of weapons is flowing from the U.S. to Mexico. These firearms — sourced from gun shops, shows, websites and apps — are funneled across the border to fuel the country’s most violent crimes.

KOTA BHARU, March 17 — The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) cracked down on subsidised fuel sm...

MANILA, Philippines — Some lawmakers are allegedly pushing for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment because they cannot negotiate terms to absolve them of accountability should she become president, Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco said on Tuesday. In an ambush interview on Tuesday, Tiangco said that lawmakers involved in the flood control scam are allegedly afraid that, under

MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo on Tuesday revealed a “balato” scheme between lawmakers and public…

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales – As fuel costs continue to rise, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Zambales Provincial Office announced a new work arrangement on Monday. READ: 4-day workweek starts in some gov’t offices Under the updated schedule, employees will report on-site from Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and work remotely

TACLOBAN CITY — Police arrested two men in Lavezares, Northern Samar, on Monday afternoon for allegedly transporting and selling petroleum products without proper authorization, as authorities continue to monitor fuel distribution amid supply concerns. Personnel of the Lavezares Municipal Police Station apprehended the suspects at 4:20 p.m. in Barangay Barobaybay. The suspects were identified only

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines announced a provisional fare hike of P1 for traditional jeepneys and P2 for modern jeepneys, citing rising oil prices and ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The Senate of the Philippines will implement a work-from-home scheme and skeletal workforce arrangement for its employees starting April 6 as part of cost-cutting and energy conservation efforts during its recess.

Billboard JAPAN had the chance to speak with Lola Amour and Kohatsu and learn about how their collaboration has impacted each other.

Fuel prices in Cyprus have risen more than 7 cents per litre in a week and electricity bills could rise by up to 15% by August, as war in the Middle East drives up global energy costs and political…

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday beat the deadline to file her formal reply to the two impeachment complaints lodged against her before the House of Representatives’ committee on justice, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said. Ridon, a member of the panel, confirmed to reporters that Duterte submitted her reply to the

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said it will coordinate with the transport group Piston and other rallying organizations that will mount a strike starting Thursday, March 19, to urge government action amid rising oil prices. In a press briefing, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño said Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. ordered the Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to crack down on online lending applications allegedly involved in online harassment and data privacy violations. “We documented cases of manipulated photos to humiliate and scare their borrowers. This is not acceptable, and this kind of wrongdoing

Former Ilocos Sur Governor Luis “Chavit” Singson has volunteered to testify before the Senate blue ribbon committee's investigation into anomalous flood control projects in the Philippines.

Fire Chief Supt. Wilberto Rico Neil Ang Kwan Tiu has been appointed as the new officer-in-charge (OIC) of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in the Philippines, confirmed by Interior and Local Government Jonvic Remulla.

(Second of Two Parts) MANILA, Philippines — Before dawn, a fisherman eases his small banca away from shore. The motor sputters once, then settles into a steady hum as the boat glides into darker water, leaving behind the dim lights of houses along the coastline. For generations, fishers across the Philippines have started their day

South Korean tire maker Kumho Tire on Tuesday launched the Crugen GT Pro, a premium comfort tire tailored for sport utility vehicles, as part of its push to deepen its foothold in the global SUV and electric vehicle market. The new tire integrates Kumho’s Crugen technology platform and is designed to offer enhanced ride comfort, low noise and improved fuel efficiency, the company said. The company said the Crugen GT Pro has earned a Grade 2 rating in rolling resistance under Korea’s energy effic

Evelin Pärn-Lee, head of the Estonian Competition Authority, stated that motor fuel prices in Estonia have been consistently higher than in many other countries for years, despite claims from a gas station chain that prices align with the world market.

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