Fuel prices may stay high despite ceasefire, analyst warns
As Middle East tensions ease, a political analyst warns Filipinos not to expect immediate relief at the pump. Despite a ceasefire involving the US, Israel and…
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PNP: 387 gas stations shut; 17 cases filed vs fuel violators
The Philippine National Police has temporarily shut 387 gas stations and filed 17 cases over hoarding, profiteering, oil pilferage and other fuel violations…
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Ceasefire sparks P3.5/l diesel drop
Philippine fuel prices may drop next week as a temporary Middle East ceasefire eases global oil markets, with diesel seen falling by P2.50–P3.50 per liter and…
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DepEd allows private schools to shift to blended learning amid energy crisis
DepEd has allowed private schools in the Philippines to shift to blended learning during the national energy emergency, letting them combine face-to-face and…
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Coal pegged at P6,000/MWh to curb price swings
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Analyst warns Philippines faces economic risks from global conflict
The Philippines faces rising economic and security risks as global tensions involving the US, Iran and Israel escalate, an analyst warns, citing threats from…
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Diesel tank robbers to face theft charges
Quezon City police will file theft charges against suspects in a viral ‘gas-and-go’ diesel siphoning incident in Barangay Greater Fairview, where around 60…
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Marcos meets with UPLIFT panel; decision on fuel excise taxes still pending
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. meets the UPLIFT committee in Malacañang to tackle rising oil prices and possible changes to fuel excise taxes, as the…
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Fuel price surge forces modern jeepneys off roads in Iloilo city
Fuel price hikes in Iloilo City are forcing modern jeepneys off key routes like Jaro-CPU, Diversion, Mohon and Tagbak, slashing active units and pushing…
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DOE: Excise tax suspension won’t bring immediate fuel price relief
The Department of Energy says suspending fuel excise taxes in the Philippines will not bring immediate relief at the pump, as current fuel stocks are already…
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Senate bill seeks oil firms’ cost disclosure amid price hikes
A new Senate bill in the Philippines seeks to force oil companies to disclose detailed cost breakdowns—from crude, freight and taxes to profits—to curb…
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High fuel prices likely to stick, DOE warns
High fuel prices in the Philippines are likely to persist as Middle East conflict disrupts global oil supply, the DOE warns. Learn how prolonged price hikes…
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Philippines scrambles as regional oil crisis hits
The Philippines has declared Southeast Asia’s first national energy emergency as a regional oil crisis deepens, exposing its reliance on imported fuel. Learn…
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DOE pushes renewable shift as oil crisis exposes import dependence
The Department of Energy is fast-tracking the Philippines’ shift to renewable energy as global oil prices surge, aiming for 35% clean power by 2030 and 50% by…
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Solon slams Lacson’s stance on non-removal of fuel tax
House Minority Leader Sarah Elago criticizes Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson’s opposition to suspending fuel excise taxes, arguing it burdens ordinary Filipinos…
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Fuel surge pushes March inflation to 4.1%, breaching target
Philippines inflation jumped to 4.1% in March 2026, breaching the BSP’s 2–4% target as fuel and transport costs surged on Middle East oil disruptions. Learn…
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Grass after horse: Diesel strike looms
Transport groups slam delayed government action as fuel prices surge, with diesel nearing P170/liter, prompting calls for excise tax suspension and a possible…
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