The Philippine Star - March 16, 2025

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March 16, 2025

What lies ahead for Duterte at ICC?

Two days after he was placed under custody, former president Rodrigo Duterte appeared for the first time yesterday before judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

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Further drop in oil prices seen next week

Motorists can expect continued relief at the pumps next week as fuel prices are seen to decline for the third straight time.

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OSG to Submit Habeas Reply on March 17

The Office of the Solicitor General will submit to the Supreme Court (SC) on Monday its reply to the consolidated petition for habeas corpus that will be used as basis in determining if the government should be ordered to present former president Rodrigo Duterte before the Court.

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What lies ahead for Duterte at ICC?

Former president Rodrigo Duterte faced the International Criminal Court for the first time yesterday, but only by video link, with his counsel accusing the ICC of \"gross abuse of process.\"

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Fake news peddlers on overdrive after Rody arrest

The arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte has fueled a surge of false information on social media, with thousands of Filipino online users falling victim to fake statements, unverified reports and misleading content.

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Bato's plan to seek Senate refuge gets mixed reactions

Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano has expressed support for his colleague, Sen. Ronald \"Bato\" dela Rosa, as he plans to seek refuge in the Senate amid the impending threat of an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) over the controversial war on drugs under the previous administration.

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Former 'tokhang' cop denied Canadian residency

For allegedly being \"complicit in the crimes committed by Philippine state authorities\" during the implementation of former president Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs almost nine years ago, a former Manila Police District (MPD) officer has been denied residency in Canada.

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Meet the Filipino Lawyers and Judge Accredited by ICC

As the International Criminal Court has formally taken custody of former president Rodrigo Duterte, only five Filipino lawyers are listed in the ICC roster and authorized to be part of proceedings.

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Palace: UniTeam breakup didn't lead to Rody arrest

With or without the falling out between President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte, the administration will do the same and assist the Interpol in arresting former president Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing charges for \"crimes against humanity,\" Malacañang said yesterday.

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45% against, 26% for Sara impeachment - Pulse Asia

Public opinion regarding the filing of an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte appears to have shifted, at least based on the latest survey by Pulse Asia.

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Feeling for Rody, Imee skips Alyansa rally

Reelectionist Sen. Imee Marcos skipped yesterday's rally of the Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial slate in Tacloban City, campaigning instead in Camarines Sur as she expressed sympathy for arrested former president Rodrigo Duterte, who is now in The Hague facing trial for his war on drugs.

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India's Women Power (Part 2)

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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Distressed

FIRST PERSON

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Retirement nightmare

EDITORIAL

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Trump's tariff wall is a break with the past

Donald Trump's return to the White House has ushered in a new era of American trade policy, one that represents a fundamental break from the past—including his own first term.

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Duterte faces a hostile court

VIRTUAL REALITY

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BOC Seizes P1.2-B Vapes, Used Clothing

The Bureau of Customs confiscated P320 million worth of disposable vapes and other vape products \"smuggled from China\" that were stored in a warehouse in Valenzuela City, the BOC said yesterday.

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Policewoman not filing charges vs Honeylet

The policewoman hit with a cell phone during the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday is not pressing charges against Honeylet Avanceña.

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P340-M shabu seized in Muntinlupa

Fifty kilos of shabu with an estimated street value of P340 million were seized in a drug sting in Muntinlupa City yesterday.

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Pinoy Seaman Missing After Ship Collision

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has confirmed that one of nine Filipino crewmembers of a container ship is missing after a collision off the northeast coast of England recently.

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Missing pulpit panels returned to Cebu church

Four historic wooden pulpit panels that were missing for four decades have been returned to the Archdiocese of Cebu by the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP).

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Suspended Urdaneta mayor, vice mayor banned from city hall

Police secured the premises of the city hall in Urdaneta, Pangasinan yesterday to prevent suspended Mayor Julio Parayno III and Vice Mayor Jimmy Parayno from entering their offices.

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52 Pol Bets Issued Notices of Campaign Rules Violation

The office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in this city has sent notices of violation to 52 candidates seeking national positions in the May 12 elections.

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Abolish NTF-ELCAC, Marcos urged

Gabriela women's party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas yesterday asked President Marcos to abolish the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), which was created by former president Rodrigo Duterte in 2018 to supposedly stop communist insurgency.

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Persons of interest tagged in Slovak tourist's slay

Police have identified persons of interest in the killing of a Slovak woman who was found dead with a stab wound in the abdomen at an abandoned chapel on Boracay Island in Malay, Aklan on Wednesday.

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SoKor has 1st foot-and-mouth case in 2 years

South Korea has confirmed a foot-and-mouth disease case in a cattle farm, the first such outbreak in two years, the agriculture ministry said on Friday.

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Stargazers marvel at Blood Moon during lunar eclipse

Stargazers across a swathe of the world marveled at a dramatic red \"Blood Moon\" during a rare total lunar eclipse in the early hours of Friday morning.

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Pope Passes Another ‘Quiet Night’ After Month In Hospital

Pope Francis passed another “quiet night” in the Rome hospital where he has been battling pneumonia in both lungs for a month, the Vatican said on Friday.

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Pope Passes Another 'Quiet Night' After Month in Hospital

MOSCOW (Reuters)—Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia supported a US proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine in principle, but that fighting could not be paused until a number of crucial conditions were worked out or clarified.

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Trump Golf Course in Ireland Vandalized

The US and Israel have reached out to officials of three East African governments to discuss using their territories as potential destinations for resettling Palestinians uprooted from the Gaza Strip under US President Donald Trump's proposed postwar plan, American and Israeli officials say.

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Portugal Calls for Snap Election After PM's Resignation

Portugal's president on Thursday announced a snap legislative vote for May 18—the third national election in barely three years—after Prime Minister Luis Montenegro resigned over a conflict of interest dispute.

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TNT TAKES DRIVER'S SEAT

TNT bombed away with eight triples in the first canto to seize the initiative. Then the Tropang Giga kept themselves at a safe distance from rival Barangay Ginebra with their efficient shooting and solid defending the rest of the way.

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Obiena lands 8th in Sweden

The Philippines' EJ Obiena stumbled to an eighth-place finish yesterday and watched in awe as world No. 1 Armand Duplantis dominated the event that was named after the latter — the Mondo Classic — in Uppsala, Sweden.

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Andreeva next for Swiatek

Defending champion Iga Swiatek beat Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-3 Thursday, avenging her Olympics semifinal loss to the Paris Games gold medalist to reach the Last 4 at Indian Wells.

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PLDT Presses Bid for Podium

PLDT pushes harder in its bid for a breakthrough podium finish as it tackles dangerous Choco Mucho in today’s start of the PVL All-Filipino Conference quarterfinals at the PhilSports Arena.

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Lady Knights Lean On Bicolana Rookie

The power-hitting Bicolana could end up with more as she continued to dish out MVP form in powering the Lady Knights to a 25-18, 25-18, 26-24 victory over the Lyceum of the Philippines University Lady Pirates yesterday and straight to the top of the NCAA Season 100 women's volleyball at the AU Gym.

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The Jokic debate

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic turned the NBA on its ear once again.

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P4.23T released from 2025 budget

Nearly 70 percent or P4.23 trillion of the record P6.326-trillion budget for 2025 has been released as the government ramps up the implementation of various programs, according to the Department of Budget and Management.

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Current account deficit soars to $17.5 B in 2024

The country's current account (CA) deficit surged by 41.4 percent to $17.5 billion in 2024 from $12.4 billion in 2023, driven largely by a widening merchandise trade gap, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

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Gov't slashes GOCC subsidies by 15%

Budgetary support down to P139 B in 2024

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Investment Pipeline Hits Over P4T

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is tracking over P4 trillion worth of investment leads as it seeks to strengthen the country's position as a top destination for global investors this year.

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Index finishes strong despite tension-filled week

Investors have shown that they are unbothered by the political drama brewing from the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte, as they picked up more shares to cap a tension-filled week.

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DM Wenceslao Raises Core Income to P1.8B

Listed D.M. Wenceslao and Associates Inc. (DMW) relied on the competitive advantage of its flagship Aseana City to sustain growth last year, and aims to sustain momentum as interest rates decline.

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JFC readies 800 more stores this year

Food giant Jollibee Foods Corp. (JFC) is planning to invest as much as P21 billion this year for the opening of up to 800 stores to expand its international footprint.

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Ayala core earnings hit record P45 B in 2024

Last year was Ayala's strongest year ever - Consing

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Meralco franchise renewal awaits Marcos OK

A bill seeking to extend the franchise of power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) for another 25 years has already been transmitted to the Office of the President.

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PEZA, BDO Partner to Promote Investments

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has teamed up with Sy-led BDO Unibank Inc. to promote the country as an investment destination.

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DA Starts Monitoring Cigarette Prices in MM

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has started monitoring cigarette prices in Metro Manila as part of its expanded mandate under Republic Act 12022 or the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act, marking the first time that the DA is monitoring cigarette prices.

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We are the world, and the impostor syndrome

I can't help but watch the making of the timeless song \"We Are the World\" again and again.

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P4.23 T

From B1

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CIC generates 10M credit reports in 2024

The state-run Credit Information Corp. (CIC) generated 10 million credit reports in 2024, doubling the previous year's figure, as part of the agency's push to make credit data a standard tool in lending decisions.

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TC sets public hearing on rice tariff reversion

The Tariff Commission (TC) will conduct a public hearing this month to discuss the petition of an industry group seeking to revert the prevailing tariffs on imported rice to higher rates.

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PDIC to review deposit insurance cap every 3 years

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) will review the maximum deposit insurance coverage (MDIC) every three years, with the next evaluation set for 2028, making adjustments possible if warranted by economic conditions.

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Still a long way to go

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) has doubled the maximum deposit insurance coverage (MDIC) in banks from P500,000 to P1 million per depositor effective today, March 15.

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Globe to upgrade Shakey's order system

The enterprise arm of network provider Globe Telecom Inc. has signed a partnership with one of the biggest pizza brands in the Philippines to improve its order pick-up system.

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Del Monte Pacific widens losses

Del Monte Pacific Ltd. (DMPL), a Singapore and Philippine-listed company, widened its losses in the first three quarters of its fiscal year 2025 primarily due to the underperformance of its US subsidiary.

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MGen eyes IPO or backdoor listing for RE unit

Pangilinan-led Meralco Group is exploring strategic options for its renewable power arm, eyeing either an initial public offering (IPO) or a backdoor listing via SP New Energy Corp.

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PDIC to review deposit insurance cap every 3 years

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) will review the maximum deposit insurance coverage (MDIC) every three years, with the next evaluation set for 2028, making adjustments possible if warranted by economic conditions.

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DA From B4

The cigarettes were monitored on a per pack basis with most of them having 20 sticks each.

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THE MAISON GOES FOR SUR/REALITY

With the 100th anniversary of the Surrealist Manifesto by French writer and theorist André Breton, it was no surprise that Paris went all out in celebrating the art movement through exhibits like the labyrinthine one at Centre Pompidou and those at the recent design, decorating and lifestyle show Maison & Objet which adopted the theme \"Sur\/Reality\" for 2025.

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EVER HEARD OF FUKUI?

Fukui, yes, that's where we're headed for the next five days.\" That was the advice given by the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) for its latest media familiarization tour destination.

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An Evening Of Music And Milestones

It was a night of music, memories, and milestones as the esteemed Marcy David Sr. marked his 65th birthday and 30th year as a celebrated bandleader with a grand thanksgiving affair at the Maynila Ballroom of The Manila Hotel in Ermita, Manila.

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DR. VICKI BELO AND HER INSPIRING SUCCESS STORY

The top-notch Manila House Private Club (Manila House) in BGC, Taguig City launched its much-anticipated \"Beyond Series\" with none other than the pioneering Belo Medical Group CEO and founder Dr. Vicki Belo whose journey of resilience and innovation captivated a full-house audience.

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Andres Muhlach Is Carving His Own Path As Showbiz's New 'It' Boy

Sobrang Latino! The Standard! Pambansang Crushie! These are just some of the few titles that Andres Muhlach's battalion of fans has bestowed upon him.

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Why Rodrigo Teaser is the 'ultimate' Michael Jackson tribute artist

Rodrigo Teaser is one of the world's most celebrated Michael Jackson tribute artists.

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We ask industry leaders what makes them tick and how to navigate the challenges of an ever-changing industry that profoundly affects their profession and personal lives.

I've been covering technology in the Philippines since 2004. I have interviewed, collaborated, and yes — even argued — with the best of the best in marketing, product, and brand roles for consumer technology.

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Racing Toward a Future of Light

Signify's Race to Growth initiative celebrates new and enduring partnerships, and introduces innovative strategies

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Pearl Perlada Marketing Head | Abenson Growth Brands (Gadgets, Electroworld, Automatic Centre, abensonHOME)

In my many years in the industry, I think the biggest shift that I saw was convenience and intelligence.

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Life Moves Fast—Get That Loan Even Faster With Maya!

Life comes at you fast—your next big move, a golden opportunity, or an unexpected expense.

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Prep Palacios Head of Industries Google Philippines

In my three decades in the tech industry, I've learned that true success isn't just about technical skills; it's about finding meaning in your work.

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Marketing Head | HONOR Philippines

Marketing Head | HONOR Philippines

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Managing Director | Acer Philippines

The IT field is a highly competitive, male-dominated industry where technology evolves at a pace faster than most.

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Mench Dizon

Sisters of Mary School's upcoming Digital Transformation Center.

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Paula May Palo Public Relations Manager ZTE Philippines

From my years in tech PR, one thing has become clear, the industry moves fast, and to keep up, you have to stay eager to learn, adapt, and make your mark.

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Jelly Buan

Marketing Manager | Infinix Philippines

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Globe leaders take on global connectivity discussions at MWC Barcelona 2025

Globe's senior leaders actively shaped the global discourse on digital transformation at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona.

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