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TEHRAN, March 5 ------ Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they had total control of the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global energy transit, as Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran. Governments scrambled to evacuate citizens stranded by the war in the Middle East, with Iran expanding a missile and drone barrage on countries around the region on the fifth day of a war that sent global shares sinking. With energy prices already spiking, President Donald Trump h

NEW YORK, March 5 ------ The US stock market is rebounding from two days of punishing swings after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% in afternoon trading and is on track to claw back most of its loss since the war with Iran began. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 256 points, or 0.5%, as of 1:18 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 1.4% higher. The strength followed a scary start to Wednesday

March 5 ------ US President Donald Trump said that settling Russia’s war against Ukraine remains “very high” on his list of priorities, even as he launched a fresh attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over US military aid and weapons stockpiles. Trump made the remarks during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House, where he was asked about the status of efforts to end the war. “Regarding Russia and Ukraine – where is it on my priority li

March 5 ------ President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Ukrainian defense, intelligence, and military officials to discuss the fallout of ongoing US-Israeli military action in the Middle East. In a social media post, Zelensky said that the meeting’s agenda included “the challenges for Ukraine and our partners, as well as our capacity to help protect lives, prevent the war from expanding, and stabilize global markets.” Iran’s neighbors have borne the brunt of its response to the

A publication by The Swedish Club, in collaboration with Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), offers practical guidance to help seafarers and their families stay connected during periods of separation. The guide highlights the importance of building emotional resilience in children. Emotional resilience helps children cope with challenges such as separation, stress, anxiety, and loneliness. By understanding and applying practical strategies, parents can support their child

Every year during March, Fire Prevention Month in the Philippines is observed to raise awareness about the dangers of fire and the importance of safety preparedness. This nationwide campaign encourages individuals, families, and businesses to learn practical ways to prevent fires and respond properly during emergencies. Through public education and safety programs, Fire Prevention Month highlights simple but effective fire safety tips residents can apply in their daily lives.

It has been many years since I last visited Boracay, but returning this time brought back a flood of memories. The island has undergone significant changes, and its beauty continues to captivate. However, for me, memory is tied not merely to this island’s beautiful beaches or vibrant sunsets, but rather to the experiences I shared with the people during the early days of Cosmos Bottling Corp. In those days, Boracay was where we went to reward our team for their hard work and

Managing finances can be a challenging task these days. However, saving money doesn’t have to be difficult. By implementing a few practical strategies, you can start building a healthier financial future. Little tweaks can add up to big savings. By making small, steady changes, you can see a significant boost in your savings over time. These savings can then be put towards your financial goals, an emergency fund, or investments. The beauty of small changes is that they’re eas

March 4 ------ Global oil and gas prices jumped on Tuesday as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran halted energy exports from the Middle East, with Tehran attacking ships and energy facilities, closing navigation in the Gulf and forcing production stoppages from Qatar to Iraq. The benchmark Brent crude oil contract gained nearly 8% on Tuesday to above $83 per barrel, the highest since July 2024, taking gains since Friday to more than 15%. European gas prices soared as much as 40% bef

March 4 ------ Rates for VLCCs were already high before the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran last weekend, but three days after hostilities began, charterers are shattering records. On Monday, spot rates for VLCC tonnage from the Mideast to China soared well north of $400,000 per day - enough to hire a seventh-generation drillship. VLCCs normally charter for reasonable rates in the low- to mid-five digits per day, but began to clear the $100,000 benchmark in recent weeks due to ri

March 4 ------ MSC, the world's largest carrier of ocean container cargo, said on Tuesday all cargo bound for ports in the Gulf will be offloaded at the nearest safe seaport due to ongoing hostilities in the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. The move, known as an "End of Voyage" declaration, also applies to empty containers that have been released for loading with cargo and are intended for export to the ports in the Gulf, Geneva-based MSC said in a cust

March 4 ------ All along the Baltic, reports are emerging of ships becoming stuck and needing extra assistance from icebreakers as the region is experiencing the harshest winter conditions since the season of 2010-2011. Finnish authorities are denying media reports that they were forced to call in Russian icebreakers but confirmed the Russians are assisting in the Gulf of Finland and that all the countries' icebreakers are working full-time this winter. There have been report

March 4 ------ NO upset this time as Creamline shut the door on a surging Galeries Tower side, 25-14, 17-25, 25-18, 25-23, in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference at the Playtime Filoil Centre. Wary of the upset-minded Highrisers, the Cool Smashers delivered a performance stable enough to secure their fourth win and stay firmly in the hunt for the top four places. And it was an unrelenting 12-1 start to the fourth frame that slammed the door shut as a fitting response to bein

March 4 ------ OPENING her campaign in a tournament dubbed as the “fifth Slam,” Alex Eala finds herself in a loaded draw that could set up a rematch with Coco Gauff. The 20-year-old Filipina, now ranked a career-high No. 31 in the world, earned a first-round bye as one of the BNP Paribas Open's 32 seeded players, gaining automatic entry to the Round of 64 at Indian Wells. Eala opens against the winner between China’s Shuai Zhang (No. 62) and Ukraine’s Dayana Yastremska (No. 5

LOS ANGELES, March 4 ------ Jamal Murray scored 45 points as the Denver Nuggets held off the struggling Utah Jazz to snatch a 128-125 victory. Nuggets point guard Murray drained eight three-pointers and shot 13-of-19 from the field in a back-and-forth duel that saw the lead change hands no fewer than 22 times. Murray's virtuoso performance was backed by 22 points from Nikola Jokic, who also pulled down 12 rebounds, on a night when all of Denver's starters reached double figur

March 4 ------ WILL the Philippines once again serve as a neutral host for the postponed games of the FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers? As a sign of good gesture, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas offered to have the four cancelled games of Window 2 be played here following the growing armed conflict in the Middle East. SBP president Ricky Vargas disclosed making the proposal to FIBA Executive Director for Asia Hagop Khajirian during the Gilas Pilipinas-Australia game Sunday

March 4 ------ Ariella Arida said her role as national director of Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) allows her to celebrate and uplift women all year round, not just during Women’s Month. Speaking with Inquirer Entertainment during the recent contract signing of MUPH with their official women’s health partner, Arida shared that her experience working closely with candidates has deepened her belief in women’s empowerment. “Women’s empowerment, I’m so happy that we keep on cele

March 4 ------ Krystal Mejes already knows where a portion of her P500,000 cash prize from "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0" is headed, and it's close to her heart. In an interview with GMA News Online, the Kapamilya Second Big Placer shared that giving back is one of her top priorities. "Gusto ko po siyang ibigay sa charity to help those na nangangailangan po. And then to my family and savings for my younger brother," Krystal said. While she has yet to finali

March 4 ------ Alden Richards was honored as one of the country’s Most Valuable Taxpayers for 2025 at the 2026 Tax Campaign Kick-off organized by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), which took place at the Jose Rizal Coliseum. In his speech, Alden expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing that the award goes beyond personal achievement. "I'm deeply humbled and grateful po to be recognized as one of your most valuable taxpayers of 2025. This award is not just a pe

March 4 ------ David Licauco made a strong impression in his debut appearance at HYROX Taipei, an international fitness competition, setting the fastest time for Filipino participants. Licauco, who competed at the men’s open division, has proven his potential as an elite fitness competitor after finishing a total time of one hour, seven minutes, and 48 seconds (1:07:48). The sports event was held from Feb. 28 to March 1 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. The actor is al