
P5K fuel subsidy ‘short-term’ fix, says transport group
The transport group PISTON said Friday that while the government’s P5,000 cash aid helps public transport drivers, it remains a temporary measure that fails to…
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The transport group PISTON said Friday that while the government’s P5,000 cash aid helps public transport drivers, it remains a temporary measure that fails to…
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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A coalition of major transport groups is prepared to stage a nationwide strike Monday if the government does not address demands for fare…
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What was billed as a vehicle for accountability instead risks being seen as a containment mechanism, one that addressed the noise of the flood control scandal…
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Fresh doubts clouded the order of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to release P21.47 billion to sustain infrastructure projects, protect jobs, and cushion…
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Despite most Filipinos wanting immediate action from the government on the rising food prices amid the ongoing crisis, their toughness remains evident, as most…
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For showing compassion to 24 overseas Filipino workers from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and bringing them home safe and sound last week, the country’s neighbor,…
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An SUV overturned after crashing into concrete barriers along Marcos Highway in Pasig City on Friday morning, 20 March, according to initial reports.
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The government’s Amnesty Program is gaining significant traction, with more than 16,000 former rebels stepping forward to return to civilian life — prompting…
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Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has filed cyber libel complaints against lawyer Levito Baligod and former congressman Rizaldy Co, escalating…
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The Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP) growth — and the broader economy — faces significant risks if the Middle East conflict persists throughout the…
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Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said Thursday that police have stepped up their presence near markets and…
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Jeepney drivers clamoring for a bigger increase to reflect the now astronomical pump prices… are left empty-handed.
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Soaring global oil prices are eroding the livelihoods of jeepney drivers and operators nationwide, transport group PISTON said Thursday, estimating that many…
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A bill that originated from the Senate sought to give administrative powers to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to temporarily suspend excise taxes on fuel was…
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Transport groups on Thursday expressed deep dismay over President Marcos Jr.’s suspension of a fare hike, a little relief for drivers and operators of public…
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A business process outsourcing (BPO) workers’ organization is calling on employees in the sector to join an upcoming nationwide transport strike, warning that…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday, 19 March 2026, visited Mariveles National High School-Cabcaben Annex in Barangay Alasasin, Mariveles, Bataan to…
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The Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP) growth—and the broader economy—faces significant risk if the Middle East conflict persists throughout the year,…
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