Asia Philippines Domestic flights in the Philippines were disrupted after Airbus began a mandatory software upgrade for A320 aircrafts; delays and cancellations have been announced as planes undergo the update, affecting schedules nationwide
Asia Philippines Planned fare hikes for jeepneys, buses and ride-hailing vehicles have been suspended to ease pressure on commuters, amid rising global oil prices surges driven by the conflict involving Iran which has disrupted supply and pushed up transport expenses
Asia Philippines The annual Bataan–Tarlac Freedom March has been held across 28 February and 1 March, commemorating the WWII Death March; Participants retraced key routes in Central Luzon to honor Filipino and American soldiers who endured the 1942 forced trek
Asia Philippines On February 19 the eruption of Mount Kanlaon on Negros Island disrupted classes in 107 public schools, affecting about 52,975 learners; Ashfall and volcanic activity led to emergency measures, as authorities are assisting impacted communities
Asia Philippines The house of representatives formally initiated impeachment proceeding against Vice President Sara Duterte, after four separate complaints were filed from opposition parties, civil and religious organizations due to alleged misuse of confidential funds