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NBI, PRC nab proxy examinee at teachers’ board exam in Pagadian
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NBI, PRC nab proxy examinee at teachers’ board exam in Pagadian

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur— Authorities foiled an attempt to cheat in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) after an impostor was caught trying to take the test for another examinee at Napolan National High School here on Sunday. The attempt was uncovered through the vigilance of room watchers and the Professional Regulation Commission–Region IX’s

Study: Living with Difficult People Can Age You Faster
Healthbalkan-web1h ago

Study: Living with Difficult People Can Age You Faster

Do you know that colleague you see every day of the week? The one who never tires of telling their romantic dramas, who monopolizes the conversation during lunch breaks, and who expects sympathetic comments from you about...

IEA Member Countries Release Record 411.9 Million Barrels of Oil from Strategic Reserves
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IEA Member Countries Release Record 411.9 Million Barrels of Oil from Strategic Reserves

Member countries of the International Energy Agency (IEA) have decided to release an unprecedented total of 411.9 million barrels of oil from their strategic reserves, which are expected to enter global markets soon to mitigate the impact of the Middle East conflict.

JD.com Expands Joybuy in Europe, Challenges Amazon with Fast Delivery
BusinessReutersFTtimes-uk+4le-figaroThe Independentchannel-news-asiaseeking-alpha2h ago7 sources

JD.com Expands Joybuy in Europe, Challenges Amazon with Fast Delivery

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the UK and six European countries, aiming to challenge Amazon by offering international brands and ultra-fast delivery, including same-day promises, following a previous attempt to enter the market in 2022.

Inquiry Launched into HMRC Child Benefit Anti-Fraud Scheme
PoliticsThe Guardian2h ago

Inquiry Launched into HMRC Child Benefit Anti-Fraud Scheme

The UK's public spending watchdog has initiated an investigation into a controversial government anti-fraud scheme by HMRC, which incorrectly identified thousands of parents as claiming child benefits while living abroad, based on flawed Home Office travel records.

Iran war impact: Oil industry leaders warn Trump admin fuel crunch may worsen
WorldTimes of India2h ago

Iran war impact: Oil industry leaders warn Trump admin fuel crunch may worsen

Top oil executives warned the Trump administration that the energy crisis stemming from the Iran conflict could worsen. Concerns were raised about disruptions to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route. Despite President Trump's prediction of falling oil prices once the conflict subsides, his call for allies to deploy warships has met with negative responses.

Fire breaks out in vicinity of Dubai International Airport after drone attack
WorldAl Jazeeraberlingskehindu+14il-sole-24-oreTimes of Indiahindustan-timesjerusalem-postndtvchannel-news-asianewsbeastgulf-news+6 more3h ago17 sources

Fire breaks out in vicinity of Dubai International Airport after drone attack

A fire that broke out in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport following a drone attack has been contained, leading to the temporary suspension of flights and some diversions to Al Maktoum International Airport.

Legislators grumble about PM’s call to forgo pay
PoliticsDawn5h ago

Legislators grumble about PM’s call to forgo pay

• Parliamentarians issued form to choose salary donation • Say cuts acceptable for national causes, but not by ‘dictation’ ISLAMABAD: Some parliamentarians from both sides of the aisle are branding Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent order regarding the forgoing of their two months’ salaries as “direct interference in constitutional matters”, creating a divide among lawmakers over the announced deduction. A senior legislator, who did not wish to be named, told Dawn on Sunday that parliamen...

Iran announces over 60% increase in minimum wage
Businessstraits-timesiefimeridapunch-ng5h ago3 sources

Iran announces over 60% increase in minimum wage

Iran's Labor Minister announced an increase of over 60% in the minimum wage, months after anti-government protests were triggered by the country's severe economic conditions.

Power reset: How GAMCO may unlock 1,600MW
Businesspunch-ng5h ago

Power reset: How GAMCO may unlock 1,600MW

Learn about GAMCO Nigeria, a new government initiative to unlock 1,600MW of stranded power by revitalizing existing assets and strengthening transmission. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-reset-how-gamco-may-unlock-1600mw/

Oscars 2026: 98th Academy Awards Date, Time, Nominations, Nominees, Predictions, Host, Venue
CultureBBCNYTle-monde+15Al JazeeraEL PAISThe Independentvarietyhollywood-reporterindian-expressdeadlineirish-independent+7 more5h ago18 sources

Oscars 2026: 98th Academy Awards Date, Time, Nominations, Nominees, Predictions, Host, Venue

The 98th Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, are scheduled to take place in 2026. This page will provide comprehensive details including the official date and time of the ceremony, information on nominations and nominees, expert predictions, the announced host, and the venue.

Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon
Worldtimes-ukSCMPFrance 24+7straits-timesdh-les-sportsKorea Heraldchannel-news-asiabalkan-webpunch-ngdoha-news6h ago10 sources

Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon

Qatar’s ambassador joined the launch of a UN-backed $308 million humanitarian appeal in Beirut to support Lebanon as the war and Israeli strikes drive rising casualties and displacement. Qatar’s ambassador… (The post Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon is from Doha News | Qatar.)

Babymonster to tour again from June
CultureKorea Herald6h ago

Babymonster to tour again from June

Babymonster announced its second international tour via label YG Entertainment Monday. The tour will span five continents, kicking off in Seoul in June before heading to six cities in Japan.

Armed forces destroy Afghan Taliban posts along Bajaur border, security sources say
WorldDawn9m ago

Armed forces destroy Afghan Taliban posts along Bajaur border, security sources say

PESHAWAR: The armed forces have destroyed Afghan Taliban posts across the Pak-Afghan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur sector as part of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, security sources said on Monday. Operation Ghazab lil-Haq was launched in late February following unprovoked firing by the Afghan Taliban from across the border. Security sources said that in the operation against the Afghan Taliban and the Fitna al-Khawarij, armed forces also targeted Afghan Taliban posts with “guided missiles”...

Athens Stock Market: The factors determining the ‘price’ of war
Financenaftemporiki50m ago

Athens Stock Market: The factors determining the ‘price’ of war

The Athens Stock Exchange remains under pressure as it prepares to enter a third week marked by uncertainty, volatility and nervousness as it is closely tied to the risk of… Athens Stock Market: The factors determining the ‘price’ of war - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

AI to narrow China’s rural-urban economic divide
TechnologySCMP1h ago

AI to narrow China’s rural-urban economic divide

China is counting on artificial intelligence (AI) to help the 450 million people living in rural areas left behind by the nation’s economic boom. Farmers are already benefiting from the technology, using AI offerings such as DeepSeek or ByteDance’s Doubao for help with issues like pig rearing, pest control and government subsidies. The State Council’s “No 1 document” of 2026, extended a push for the “digital upgrading” of farming, with an emphasis on the greater integration of AI, drones, rob...

Alarm in Athens Over Economic Uncertainty Ahead of EU Summit
Politicsprotothema-en2h ago

Alarm in Athens Over Economic Uncertainty Ahead of EU Summit

Athens is expressing alarm over prolonged economic uncertainty, prompting preparedness drills and discussions ahead of an upcoming EU Summit. Despite having fiscal reserves and conducting necessary exercises, the Greek government anticipates that a European intervention will also be required.

Zelenskyy Declares Russian Spring Offensive Failed
Worldukrainska-pravdaDWlsm-lv+13telexdelfi-ltdelodigi24hvgindex-hrYahoo24ur+5 more2h ago16 sources

Zelenskyy Declares Russian Spring Offensive Failed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Russia's spring offensive has failed, noting that Russian forces are struggling to advance with military equipment and are now resorting to small group attacks, indicating Russia has no intention of ending the war.

Managing worsening inflation
FinanceDawn3h ago

Managing worsening inflation

On March 9, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) decided to keep the policy interest rate unchanged at 10.5pc, a decision that arrived as the macroeconomic outlook became “quite uncertain following the outbreak of the war in the Middle East”. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the escalation compounded war-related worries for oil-import-dependent Pakistan. War-risk premiums have reportedly risen manifold since the conflict began, while obtaining insurance coverage for import cargoes ha...

Europe Responds to Trump's Call for Hormuz Coalition, Focuses on Strengthening Aspides
Politicsbloombergtagesschauberlingske+14le-figarola-repubblicarzeczpospolitadie-pressemorgunbladidindex-hr24urla-vanguardia+6 more3h ago17 sources

Europe Responds to Trump's Call for Hormuz Coalition, Focuses on Strengthening Aspides

US President Donald Trump is seeking military contributions from third-party countries to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Europe has responded by focusing on strengthening the existing EU mission Aspides, which operates in Suez, to address Trump's request for a coalition to reopen the Strait, though doubts remain.

AI Job Layoffs and the Push for Shorter Working Hours
TechnologyThe Guardian4h ago

AI Job Layoffs and the Push for Shorter Working Hours

The announcement of layoffs at Australian software giant Atlassian due to AI has reignited the debate on artificial intelligence's impact on employment and the need to revive the push for shorter working hours to share productivity benefits with workers.

Guess to Close All Mainland China Stores
BusinessSCMP5h ago

Guess to Close All Mainland China Stores

US fashion brand Guess has announced it will close all its stores in mainland China by the end of March as part of a business model rethink, joining a growing number of international retailers retreating from the market.

Suspected notorious cultist arrested in Ondo
Worldpunch-ng5h ago

Suspected notorious cultist arrested in Ondo

Ondo State Police arrest suspected cult leader Akinwale Tomiwa, linked to the killing of a student. The notorious Eiye Confraternity figure was wanted. Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-notorious-cultist-arrested-in-ondo/

Cash outside banks falls by N198bn, money supply dips
Financepunch-ng6h ago

Cash outside banks falls by N198bn, money supply dips

Nigeria’s money supply dipped in January 2026, with cash outside banks falling by N198bn. Learn about the latest monetary trends from the CBN. Read More: https://punchng.com/cash-outside-banks-falls-by-n198bn-money-supply-dips/

Rare daytime Russian attack rocks Kyiv with explosions
Worldukrainska-pravdale-figaroFrance 24+1orf10m ago4 sources

Rare daytime Russian attack rocks Kyiv with explosions

Russia launched a rare daytime attack on Kyiv Monday, with AFP journalists reporting air defence batteries shooting down a barrage of projectiles. Authorities said that the attack has so far caused no casualties.

Oil Prices Rise as Trump Demands International Help to Secure Strait of Hormuz
WorldAPBBCbloomberg+15cnbcsvenska-dagbladetirozhlasrzeczpospolitatelexdie-pressemorgunbladiddelo+7 more16m ago18 sources

Oil Prices Rise as Trump Demands International Help to Secure Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices have risen again after US President Donald Trump stated that the Iranian war could last for weeks and demanded international assistance to secure the world's most important oil trade route, the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as Trump continues to seek help from NATO and China to reopen the strategic waterway, reportedly considering the seizure of Iran's Kharg Island terminal.

Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Choosing Electricity Suppliers
Businessdelfi-lt31m ago

Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Choosing Electricity Suppliers

Many businesses face uncertainty each month regarding their electricity bills, treating them as a risk indicator rather than a mere formality. The article highlights five common mistakes that can lead to significant costs for companies when selecting their electricity provider, noting that January bills could even double.

UniCredit Submits Takeover Offer for Commerzbank Amidst Political Resistance
BusinessFTnzztagesschau+4fazder-standardorfdie-presse38m ago7 sources

UniCredit Submits Takeover Offer for Commerzbank Amidst Political Resistance

Italian banking group UniCredit has submitted an official takeover offer for German major bank Commerzbank, proposing a share exchange for investors. The Bank Austria-parent company is already the largest shareholder of Commerzbank with over 26 percent of the shares, despite recent political and management resistance to the acquisition.

SYRIZA Calls for Stronger, Objective, and Meritocratic ASEP
Politicsavgi47m ago

SYRIZA Calls for Stronger, Objective, and Meritocratic ASEP

The Secretary of SYRIZA-PS's Parliamentary Group emphasized the need for a strong, objective, and meritocratic ASEP (Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection) during a discussion in the Parliament's Special Permanent Committee on Institutions and Transparency.

Bondalti Succeeds in Takeover Bid for Ercros
Businessla-vanguardia55m ago

Bondalti Succeeds in Takeover Bid for Ercros

Portuguese group Bondalti has announced it has secured over 50% of the necessary support for its takeover bid for the Spanish chemical company Ercros. This development marks a significant step in Bondalti's acquisition efforts.

Ukraine Launches Large-Scale Drone Attack on Moscow and Southern Russia
Worldukrainska-pravdairozhlasorf+7rzeczpospolitaindex-hrdnevnik-bgnaftemporikivijesti-menewsbeastukrinform1h ago10 sources

Ukraine Launches Large-Scale Drone Attack on Moscow and Southern Russia

Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone attack on Moscow and its surrounding areas, with Russian air defense reportedly destroying 53 drones. Separately, an oil depot in southern Russia caught fire after a drone attack.

French right-wing ex-minister Dati vies for Paris City Hall
Politicsle-mondeberlingskele-figaro+2el-mundorfi-english1h ago5 sources

French right-wing ex-minister Dati vies for Paris City Hall

The role of Paris mayor – held by the left since 2001– is coveted not only for being a glamorous position leading one of the world's most visited cities, but also as a past launching pad for the presidency.

FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo over W’Cup play-off infractions
SportPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng1h ago3 sources

FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo over W’Cup play-off infractions

FIFA has sanctioned Nigeria and DR Congo over infractions during their World Cup play-off, issuing fines for security breaches and use of laser pointers. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-sanctions-nigeria-dr-congo-over-wcup-play-off-infractions/

Trump's Focus on Iran's Kharg Island Escalates US-Iran Conflict
PoliticsAPReutersFT+16The GuardianAl Jazeeracnbcfazlsm-lvel-mundodennik-nindex-hr+8 more2h ago19 sources

Trump's Focus on Iran's Kharg Island Escalates US-Iran Conflict

Trump's decision to order strikes on Iran's Kharg Island has made the critical oil hub central to the escalating US-Iran conflict, with the US president suggesting further strikes 'just for fun'.

Spanish Businesses Prepare for Potential Long-Term War
Businessla-vanguardia3h ago

Spanish Businesses Prepare for Potential Long-Term War

Spanish entrepreneurs and investors are adjusting their business strategies in anticipation of a potential long-term war. A survey indicates that 44% of Spanish respondents are redesigning their business plans due to the prevailing uncertainty.

The march of folly
WorldDawn3h ago

The march of folly

SINCE he launched a war of choice President Donald Trump has kept shifting the objectives of the joint US-Israel attack on Iran.

Proposals Announced to Tackle Youth Unemployment
PoliticsBBC4h ago

Proposals Announced to Tackle Youth Unemployment

The work and pensions secretary is set to announce new proposals aimed at tackling youth unemployment, including cash incentives for firms that hire young people. This initiative seeks to boost employment opportunities for the younger generation.

Probe launched into money trail of Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials
PoliticsDawn4h ago

Probe launched into money trail of Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials

GUJRAT: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has launched an inquiry into Rs4m cash which its two daily-wage officials were keeping at their residence in Gujrat. The information about the amount surfaced when the amount was stolen from their residence. The officials, Amir Shaukat and Irfan Ahmed, had lodged a case with Civil Lines Police Station, saying that unidentified thieves had stolen Rs4m cash from their shared residence they had rented at Jattuwakal on March 12. According to an offic...

Nigeria calls for global investment in women
Politicspunch-ng5h ago

Nigeria calls for global investment in women

Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs calls for global investment in women, describing it as an economic strategy and development imperative at the UN. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-calls-for-global-investment-in-women/