64% of Filipinos support passage of anti-political dynasty law – Pulse Asia | The wRap

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• Big majority of Filipinos support passage of anti-dynasty law – Pulse Asia

A Pulse Asia survey shows a big majority or 64% of Filipinos support the passage of an anti-dynasty law. The survey was held from February 27 to March 2 and released Friday, March 13.

• ICI’s investigation ends on March 31

After six months of operations, the Independent Commission for Infrastructure or ICI announces its operations will end on March 31. The ICI turns over all documents, evidence, and findings gathered during its investigation.

• Frasco out of tourism department; Usec Buensuceso is OIC

Christina Garcia-Frasco is no longer the Philippines’ tourism chief. Malacañang confirms Thursday, March 12, Frasco is now the ‘Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities.’

• World faces largest-ever oil supply disruption due to Middle East war

The International Energy Agency says the war in the Middle East is creating the biggest oil supply disruption in history. Global supply is expected to drop by 8 million barrels per day in March, a volume equal to almost 8% of world demand.

• Wesley So tops American Cup for first time, bags over P5 million

Finally, the American Cup crown goes to Wesley So. The Filipino-born chess Super Grandmaster draws with Levon Aronian in their second classical game to rule the 2026 American Cup. – Rappler.com