Manila keen to obtain US-sanctioned oil
THE country is working with Washington to secure waivers and exemptions so it can obtain oil from US-sanctioned countries to ensure supply, its ambassador to the United States said.
Transport backbone buckles under record diesel prices
The sun was not quite up as Eric Helera unlocked the doors of his jeepney, wiped down its two long passenger benches, and checked his brake fluid before another day ferrying Manila commuters.
Use of dirtier fuel allowed amid energy crisis
THE government has allowed the temporary and limited use of a cheaper but dirtier type of fuel to ensure supply as it finds ways to cope with the impact of the Middle East crisis.
Marcos puts brakes on transport fare hike
President Ferdinand Marcos put the brakes on a public transportation fare hike announced earlier, promising the country's commuters free rides instead.
Nation battles soaring fuel costs
Hundreds of Philippine tricycle drivers lined up in Manila for cash handouts they hope will provide temporary relief from a conflict-driven surge in fuel prces that has left the country scrambling for short-term answers.
Call for end to hostilities
FOREIGN ministers of the Asean grouping have issued a unified call for the immediate cessation of hostilities in the escalating Middle East conflict, urging all parties to exercise utmost self- restraint, protect civilians and critical infrastructure, and return to diplomatic dialogue as the only path to lasting peace and stability.
Thousands remain trapped at sea
Filipino sailor George Miranda was racing to help a stricken vessel aboard the tugboat Mussafah 2 when he last spoke to his wife and young daughter.
Race to fill tanks before petrol hike
Queues formed at Philippine petrol stations and officials warned against hoarding as residents raced to fill their tanks ahead of an expected surge in prices driven by the US-Israeli conflict against Iran.
Four-day work week as oil prices surge
The oil-poor nation is to shift to a four-day work week with fuel prices set to rocket up amid the Iran conflict, President Ferdinand Marcos said.
Three defence personnel detained over spying allegations
LOCAL authorities have apprehended three defence personnel who allegedly spied on behalf of China in what the country's security agency has described as a "serious national security matter", its spokesman said.
