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Global Shipping Caution on Hormuz Impacts Philippine Import Costs, OFW Remittances
Major carriers seek security guarantees amid mine threats, risking delays for Philippine-bound goods and higher consumer prices.

Philippine Fugitive Zaldy Co Stopped at German Border, Returned to Czech Republic
Interior Secretary confirms wanted Filipino businessman was denied entry for lacking proper documents, complicating Manila's extradition efforts.

PAGASA Forecasts Isolated Rain Showers Across Philippines, Easterlies to Bring Afternoon Thunderstorms
Weather agency advises public to stay alert for sudden downpours as easterlies dominate the country's weather pattern through mid-April.

PAGASA: HPA Ridge Over Luzon Brings Isolated Rains, Hot Weather to Philippines
State weather bureau forecasts localized thunderstorms nationwide, warns of potential flash floods and landslides in severe conditions.

DSWD Deploys 11 'Doctor Dogs' in Cebu, Expanding Animal Therapy for Filipino Mental Health
The Department of Social Welfare and Development's Angel Pets Program launches in Cebu with trained canines to provide emotional support to vulnerable Filipinos.

San Beda University to Host NCAA Season 102, Potentially Its Final Hosting Duty
The Red Lions prepare to welcome the league amid speculation this could mark their last season in the historic collegiate association.

Philippines' BOC Slashes Import Valuation Processing Time to 3 Days, Boosting Trade Efficiency
The Bureau of Customs accelerates import assessment to improve ease of doing business and reduce costs for Filipino importers and consumers.

Garbin Urges Zaldy Co to 'Tell All' Under Oath, Stresses Due Process for Repatriated Filipino
Ako Bicol lawmaker expects full disclosure from former party nominee detained abroad, calls for proper legal procedures upon his return to the Philippines.

PAGASA: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Will Not Enter Philippine Area of Responsibility
Weather bureau confirms storm tracking away from PH, but hot and dry conditions persist nationwide.

GMA Kapuso Foundation Distributes Aid to 4,000 Filipino Farmers, Truck Drivers in Mountain Province Amid Fuel Crisis
Foundation's relief mission in Bauko provides food packs as high global oil prices and Middle East tensions strain Philippine agriculture and transport sectors.

Pat Aquino Brings Championship Philosophy to Blackwater Bossing, Aims to Transform PBA's Struggling Franchise
New head coach, fresh from historic women's basketball success, vows to instill winning culture in perennial PBA cellar-dweller Blackwater.

Former PBA Legend Jimmy Alapag Ends Six-Year NBA Coaching Stint with Sacramento Kings
Philippine basketball icon departs NBA franchise, leaving legacy as trailblazer for Filipino coaches abroad.

PAGASA Warns of Persistent Localized Thunderstorms Across Philippines, Including Metro Manila
State weather bureau forecasts warm, humid conditions with isolated afternoon and evening rains, urging public caution.

Cebu City Ambulance Counterflow Kills Filipino College Student, Sparks Emergency Vehicle Protocol Debate
17-year-old student dies in tragic collision on Archbishop Reyes Avenue flyover, raising urgent questions about emergency response safety standards across the Philippines.

Cebu Pacific Adopts 'Cautious' Stance for Q2 2026 Amid Fuel Price Volatility, Impacting Philippine Travel
The airline's measured growth strategy for mid-2026 reflects broader economic pressures that could affect fares and route availability for millions of Filipino passengers.

Middle East Conflict Escalation Prompts Philippine Government Alert for 1.2 Million OFWs
As US enforces Hormuz blockade and Israel-Iran fighting continues, DFA activates emergency protocols for Filipino workers across region.

Turkey School Shooting Sparks Safety Concerns for Filipino Students, OFW Families Abroad
Deadly attack by 14-year-old student with father's guns raises global alarm about school security, prompting Philippine officials to review safety protocols for Filipino communities overseas.

Adamson Lady Falcons Eliminate UP from UAAP Final Four Race, Bolster Own Semis Bid
Straight-sets victory on April 15 mathematically ends Fighting Maroons' Season 88 campaign, tightens playoff picture for Filipino volleyball fans.

Philippines' LPGMA Urges Sellers to Pass Tax Suspension Savings to Filipino Consumers
Industry group calls for compliance as Marcos administration's excise tax suspension on LPG and kerosene aims to ease household burden amid global oil volatility.

COA's Notice of Disallowance: A Key Tool for Philippine Public Fund Accountability
Explaining the audit mechanism that safeguards billions in taxpayer pesos and holds government officials liable.