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Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Thursday, March 21, 2024. Today's episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines' leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. BANNER: 'PH not poking the bear' PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said the Philippines was not "poking the bear" or acting at the behest of the United States in countering the growing threat from China's sweeping claims in the South China Sea. He also said he would not allow the use of military bases in the country for offensives against China, saying the...