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Filipino films aim for global stage with bold and diverse stories

March 18, 2026

Go Asia Entertainment Philippines is showing off five fresh titles at FilMart 2026 in Hong Kong, proving Filipino filmmakers can mix genres without stepping on tired clichés. Instead of relying on familiar action or romance tropes, the lineup leans into genres rarely seen from the country: a cross-c

business

Energy Cuts and Rising Prices: How Nations Are Battling a Fuel Shortage

March 17, 2026

The fight over fuel has pushed many countries into tough choices. When the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route, is blocked, Asia feels the pinch most because it depends on imported energy. Countries must decide whether to reduce electricity use or absorb higher costs, and each decision hurts businesse

business

Fast‑Ship Now: Amazon Brings Hour‑Long Deliveries to U. S. Cities

March 17, 2026

Amazon has rolled out a new delivery service that can bring items to customers in as little as one hour or three hours. The move is aimed at catching up with rivals such as Instacart, DoorDash and Uber Eats that already offer quick pick‑ups. Over 90, 000 products are now eligible for the fast opt

sports

Sports Highlights for Wednesday March 18

March 17, 2026

College men’s basketball opens at 6:40 p. m. with a First Four clash between Prairie View A&M and Lehigh in Dayton, Ohio. Later that evening, at 7 p. m. , Navy faces Wake Forest in the NIT First Round on ESPNU. The same channel shows Dayton taking on Bradley at 9 p. m. , while a second First Four ga

business

Live Nation Faces New State‑Led Antitrust Battle After DOJ Steps Back

March 17, 2026

Colorado and 30 other states have kicked off a fresh antitrust trial against Live Nation, the music‑event powerhouse that owns Ticketmaster. The move comes after the U. S. Department of Justice pulled out of a $280 million settlement with the company, saying it was “a travesty” and that the deal did

politics

Belgium Faces Former Diplomat Over Congo Leader’s 1961 Killing

March 17, 2026

A court in Brussels has decided that a former Belgian diplomat must stand trial for his role in the 1961 murder of Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister. The case is a final effort to clarify the unclear events that led to Lumumba’s death, which remains controversial decades later. Lumumb

sports

Nate Diaz’s Comeback Fight Sparks Big‑Screen Battle

March 16, 2026

Nate Diaz, a famous UFC fighter, will return to mixed‑martial‑arts fighting after almost four years. He will face Mike Perry, a well‑known bare‑knuckle boxer, in a five‑round welterweight match. The event happens on May 16 and will be shown on Netflix. The fight is part of a three‑fight headline. R

science

Plants from the Philippines Show Promise Against Staph Bacteria

March 16, 2026

A review looked at many studies that test Philippine plants for fighting Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infections. The bacteria can spread in homes and hospitals, and it is becoming harder to treat because of drug resistance. Because of this problem, scientists are searching for new

health

Bringing Hospitals Closer: A Tech‑Driven Plan for Rural Philippines

March 16, 2026

In many parts of the Philippines, people have to travel more than half an hour to reach a basic health clinic. Roughly five out of ten residents face this gap, which has prompted the government to promise a new 2, 400 rural health units by 2025. To decide where these clinics should go, planners t

entertainment

Where Do Hollywood’s Golden Men Live?

March 16, 2026

Oscar winners have their own quirks about where they keep the shiny statues that symbolize career peaks. Some stash them in fancy museums, others hide them under beds or on kitchen counters. The choice often reflects personal comfort, privacy needs, or a touch of humor. One veteran actor leaves his