The government's new net service contracting program for public utility jeepney drivers aims to secure livelihoods and sustain mass transit, but experts warn it must be large-scale, long-term, and accessible to be effective.
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition by contractor Cezarah Rowena Discaya challenging the Ombudsman's probable cause finding in a P96.5-million graft case, ruling it moot after charges were filed in court.
Ambassador ENDO Kazuya delivered a speech at the 84th Araw ng Kagitingan in Bataan, honoring veterans and emphasizing Japan-Philippines strategic partnership amid global challenges.
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition from contractor Sarah Discaya to stop the Ombudsman's graft case, ruling it moot due to an issued arrest warrant and ongoing lower court proceedings.
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The Department of Transportation allocates P1 billion for a two-week service contracting program, offering per-kilometer payments to drivers and operators and fare discounts for passengers.
The Cebu Provincial Government has launched a new committee to solve missing data issues from towns and cities, aiming to improve governance through accurate statistics and compliance with national law.
Japanese police in Fukuoka have arrested five individuals connected to the JP Dragon crime ring based in the Philippines, following their transfer to Japan for alleged fraud and theft.
Malacañang Palace supports the DILG's Safer Cities Initiative, denying claims it is anti-poor. The program enforces curfews and public order measures to protect minors and enhance safety.
The Cebu City Police Office reported 784 apprehensions on the second day of its Safer Cities Initiative, with violations including curfew, public smoking, and traffic offenses. Fines totaled P205,000.
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Cebu City Councilor Pastor 'Jun' Alcover Jr. advocates for annual free prostate cancer screening for men aged 40 and above, citing his own recovery from surgery and aiming to enhance early detection and public health outcomes in the city.
Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. pledges zero tolerance for hazing and announces comprehensive reforms following the arrest of three cadets over an alleged violent incident at the Philippine National Police Academy.
The DSWD cautions the public against fraudulent messages demanding fees for PHP5,000 cash relief assistance distributed to over 1,100 tricycle drivers in Tabuk City, Kalinga.
Authorities seized P3.5 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested four individuals, including a Malaysian national, during coordinated anti-drug operations in Tawi-Tawi and Lanao del Sur provinces.
Police in Lanao del Norte apprehended three individuals, including one injured suspect, during a law enforcement operation targeting illegal firearm sales. Authorities seized firearms and a motorcycle.
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The Philippine National Police is working with the Department of Social Welfare and Development to prevent overcrowding in youth shelters during curfew operations under the Safer Cities Initiative, addressing concerns about minor welfare.
The Commission on Elections is ready to conduct two simultaneous plebiscites in San Isidro, Davao del Norte, on April 11, 2026, to decide on proposed name changes for the municipality and a barangay.
The Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region will deploy 900 personnel and over 100 assets for the Panaad Festival 2026, ensuring comprehensive security through intelligence-driven operations and public cooperation.
The Bacolod City Council has passed a resolution urging police and gaming authorities to intensify monitoring and regulation of illegal cockfighting events, citing unfair competition and revenue loss.
Philippine National Police Chief General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. has mandated sweeping reforms at the Philippine National Police Academy following the arrest of three cadets over a hazing incident that injured more than 20 underclassmen.
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The Department of Transportation will implement a two-week service contracting program starting April 15, 2026, with P1 billion allocated to support public utility vehicle drivers and operators across 823 routes nationwide.
Police Master Sergeant Romulo Galvez was fatally shot during a buy-bust operation in Bacolod City. The suspect, who opened fire, was arrested and faces multiple charges.
The Bureau of Immigration has apprehended a Chinese national and two South Koreans in separate operations in Camarines Sur and Pampanga for violating visa conditions and using false documents.
A 63-year-old farmer died and his wife was critically injured after an improvised shotgun accidentally discharged in Toledo City, Cebu. Police recovered shell casings and live ammunition at the scene.
Cebu Province has provided 10 kilos of rice each to 2,120 Public Utility Jeepney drivers as part of a relief effort targeting over 4,000 transport workers, with verification required for eligibility.
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Senator Sherwin Gatchalian reveals the Senate is studying a Bayanihan 3 contingency measure with funding up to PHP400 billion to cushion oil supply and price impacts, focusing on subsidies and economic stimulus.
Senator Erwin Tulfo commits to securing 2027 national budget funding for infrastructure, livelihood, and facilities on Pag-asa Island to bolster long-term stability and support residents.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reveals a nationwide service contracting program starting April 15, offering payments to PUV operators and fare discounts to commuters amid rising fuel costs.
A 75-year-old man in Cebu City is charged with attempted murder after allegedly trying to stab his 13-year-old grandson. The suspect, drunk and armed, slipped in a canal, allowing the boy to escape unharmed.
The Philippines and Denmark mark 80 years of diplomatic relations with commitments to enhance maritime cooperation, economic ties, and strategic dialogue. Officials unveiled a commemorative logo aboard BRP Miguel Malvar in Subic.
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Senator Francis Escudero pushes for a fuel differential subsidy for public transport drivers and operators in April to counter oil price shocks, with reports of severe strain in Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro, and Cebu. He also extends the call to farmers and fis
