The Philippine Animal Welfare Society opens new community paw-ntry to help public utility vehicle drivers with dogs or cats

New community ‘paw-ntry’ launched in Philippines

Grassroots food shelves once again emerge to help

Where the Philippines will get 33M litres/day of diesel

Electrification: A solution to the Philippines' diesel dilemma?

The Philippines consumes a staggering 33 million litres of diesel per day, which marks total total dependence on imports of fossil fuel. This now poses a practical transport electrification challenge.

Indonesia begins enforcing under-16 social media ban

Indonesia's ban follows a similar policy in Australia implemented in December

Country announced the ban this month citing threats from online pornography, cyberbullying and internet addiction.

How the Philippines strengthens migrant worker rights

Consultation highlights reforms, crisis response, and support for overseas Filipinos

The Philippines commits to a "full-cycle migration approach" to ensure the safety of Filipino workers affected in the Middle East

Balen’s test begins: Can Nepal’s youngest PM deliver?

Youth wave brings Balendra Shah to power, but challenges loom large

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leader Balendra Shah takes oath as prime minister during a swearing-in ceremony in Kathmandu on March 27, 2026.

Philippines: Crude oil supply to last till June 30

President Marcos assures public country has enough crude oil to last until June 30

The Sierra Leone-flagged Sara Sky, which is carrying crude oil from Russia, is seen anchored at Limay port, Bataan province, northwest of Manila, on March 26, 2026.

New Manila airport off-ramp opens

The 320-metre access road eases congestion near NAIA terminal 3

NAIAX westbound off-ramp to NAIA terminal 3 is located in Barangay 183, Pasay city, Philippines

India slashes fuel taxes due to Mideast war shortages

South Asian nation relies on foreign suppliers for more than 85 per cent of its oil needs

Despite the repeated assurances, panicking citizens have triggered long queues at filling stations.

India shuts down lockdown rumours amid Iran war fears

Minister says no proposal under consideration as false claims spread online

Hardeep Singh Puri, the Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas (Photo/ANI)

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of March 27 - against the UAE dirham

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

Japan to boost coal-fired power amid Iran war turmoil

Japan lifts coal plant limits amid Middle East energy crisis

Oil storage tanks stand at Fuji Oil Nakasode Crude Storage Base, one of the sites designated for releasing Japan’s national oil reserves, in Sodegaura, Chiba prefecture on March 25, 2026.

Philippines hits jackpot in Camago-3 gas drilling

Breakthrough seen extending country’s indigenous gas source, ease reliance on imports

Flaring of the Camago-3 gas well off Palawan, Philippines. The success of drilling and testing of Camago-3, reported on Thursday (March 26) comes at a pivotal moment. With Camago-3 and MAE-1 now confirmed by recent tests, the Philippines gains a crucial energy buffer while giving policymakers time to scale renewables, LNG, and emerging energy technologies.

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