March 28, 2026. On science and technology
The European Commission has announced that it suffered a cyber attack that affected “cloud infrastructure hosting the Commission’s web presence on the Europea.eu platform.” While the attack has been contained, Bleeping Computer reports that the threat actor claiming to be behind it was able to take over 350GB of data before the Commission addressed the issue.
☕ March 28, 2026. PH Trending News
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate’s probe into the government response to the Middle East crisis is zeroing in on oil companies, with lawmakers seeking to hold firms accountable for possible profiteering as fuel prices surge.
At the ad hoc PROTECT (Proactive Response and Oversight for Timely and Effective Crisis Strategy) hearing, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian raised concerns that some oil players may be taking advantage of the crisis by selling old fuel stocks at prices reflecting recent global increases.
March 28, 2026. News Updates on Former President Rodrigo Duterte
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — Members of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) based in this city will celebrate today the 81st birthday of former president Rodrigo Duterte.
To make the event special, the party prepared 81 cakes symbolizing the age of Duterte, who is currently detained in The Hague, the Netherlands over supposed crimes against humanity.
🍵 March 28, 2026 Coverage: VP Sara Duterte Updates
MANILA, Philippines — A group of lawyers led by Israelito Torreon asked the Supreme Court on Friday to declare as unconstitutional the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte at the House of Representatives.
March 28, 2026. Oil Price and War in Iran Monitor
Iran has dismissed a 15-point US plan and issued its own demands. According to state media, Tehran says it won’t end its attacks unless the US pays reparations and recognizes Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
March 27, 2026 – Government Oil Reserves and Mitigation Strategies
The ministry said India has a total stocking capacity of about 74 days, while the current stock cover stands at around 60 days.
March 27, 2026. Oil Price and War in Iran Monitor
The United States and Israel’s war on Iran continues, with an Al Jazeera correspondent in Tehran reporting strikes are “increasing in number and in intensity” amid conflicting claims about whether negotiations are taking place.
US President Donald Trump says talks are happening, but Iran rejects the talks, saying it will continue to “resist” US aggression.
March 27, 2026. Trending News Worldwide
Mexico’s navy has launched a search operation after two boats carrying humanitarian aid to Cuba went missing in the Caribbean. The vessels, carrying nine crew members, lost contact after departing Isla Mujeres and failed to reach Havana as scheduled.
March 27, 2026. On science and technology
Netflix has quietly hiked its prices once again. The streaming giant’s most affordable, ad-supported tier now costs $8.99 per month, up from the previous $7.99 monthly subscription fee, Netflix confirmed to TechCrunch in an email.
March 27, 2016. Flood Control Project Scandal Monitor
MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday said his agency is having a “problem” with the Anti Money Laundering Council (AMLC) related to their investigation into the multibillion flood control corruption scandal.