Gatchalian Sets Rules for TNCs in Cash Aid Payouts
Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian outlines strict coordination and scheduling requirements for transport network companies distributing cash relief assistance to drivers.
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LTFRB Talks with Transport Groups to Prevent Strike
The LTFRB is in talks with transport groups planning a strike this week to avoid disruptions for commuters. Chairman Vigor Mendoza urges cooperation, while groups like PISTON and Pasang Masda signal support. The DOTr hopes falling diesel prices may ease t
PCO Denies Fake News Plan Shields President, to Name Culprits
The Presidential Communications Office refutes claims that Oplan Kontra Fake News protects President Marcos Jr., emphasizing public safety and plans to identify spreaders of misinformation.
PNP Offers Free Rides for Transport Strike This Week
The Philippine National Police will deploy mobility assets for free rides to assist commuters affected by the transport strike from April 15 to 17, while ensuring security and order.
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Alleged 2025 Ouster Plot Against Marcos Jr. Revealed
Ramil Madriaga, a detainee claiming to be a bagman for VP Sara Duterte, alleges a plan to remove President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. by 2025 if he does not step down, including coup or assassination attempts.
Duterte Ordered Sabotage vs Trillanes, Witness Testifies
A detainee testified that former President Rodrigo Duterte ordered sabotage operations against ex-Senator Antonio Trillanes but hesitated on assassination due to his military ties.
Witness Reveals Alleged 2025 Leadership Change Plan
Ramil Madriaga's sworn affidavit claims former President Duterte and President Marcos Jr. discussed a deal for Marcos to resign in 2025, allowing VP Sara to become president and remain eligible for the 2028 elections.
Witness: VP Sara Duterte Visited Me in Detention Cell
Ramil Madriaga testifies under oath that Vice President Sara Duterte personally visited him in detention in October 2025, despite her claims of no connection. He details the encounter and phone calls.
Witness: Public Must Know About Roque Land Grabbing Allegations
Ramil Madriaga testifies before House committee, stating he voluntarily disclosed alleged irregularities involving Harry Roque and VP Sara Duterte's family, including land grabbing claims affecting farmers.
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Manila Starts P25K Aid for Bakeries to Keep Bread Affordable
The Manila city government has officially begun distributing P25,000 in financial assistance to local bakeries. This initiative, launched on April 14, 2026, aims to stabilize bread prices amid the national fuel crisis for 30 days.
Witness: VP Sara Ordered Confidential Funds Delivery to Ombudsman
A witness testified before the House Justice Committee that Vice President Sara Duterte personally ordered the delivery of confidential funds to multiple locations, including the Office of the Ombudsman, contradicting her defense in an impeachment case.
Witness Confirms VP Sara's Order on P125-M Funds in House
A witness testified before the House committee, confirming he received a directive from Vice President Sara Duterte regarding the controversial P125 million confidential funds delivery in December 2022.
Gov't Studies Middle Class Aid for High Fuel Prices
The government is exploring potential assistance for middle-income earners affected by rising fuel and commodity costs, including extending fuel discounts to private motorists through the UPLIFT Committee.
Teen Caught Smuggling Shabu in Kangkong at Aklan Jail
A 17-year-old boy was apprehended for attempting to smuggle shabu concealed in kangkong stems into the BJMP facility in Kalibo, Aklan. Authorities recovered four sachets of suspected drugs and aluminum foil rolls during an inspection.
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COA: VP Sara, OVP Officials Must Return P73.2M Confidential Funds
The Commission on Audit has denied the appeal of Vice President Sara Duterte and OVP officials, ordering them to return P73.287 million in confidential funds due to lack of documentary evidence.
Pharmally Execs Funded VP Sara's 2022 Campaign: Witness
A witness testified before the House Committee on Justice that Pharmally executives financed Vice President Sara Duterte's presidential campaign in 2022, revealing details of fund transfers and campaign operations.
Tulfo Pushes Anti-Epal Law to Stop Aid Politicization
Senator Erwin Tulfo calls for accelerating the Anti-Epal Law to prevent government aid programs from being used for political gain, especially at the local level, emphasizing fair distribution.
PSA: No Records for 'Mary Grace Piattos,' 'Kokoy Villamin'
The Philippine Statistics Authority confirmed no birth, marriage, or death records exist for names linked to OVP confidential funds, with only 'Irene Tan' matching common entries.
Martires Denies Receiving Money from Duterte Camp
Ex-Ombudsman Samuel Martires refutes claims of accepting funds from former President Rodrigo Duterte's associates, amid an impeachment probe into VP Sara Duterte's confidential funds.
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PNP-HPG Boosts Patrols, 75K+ Violations in Metro Manila
The Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group has ramped up night patrols under the Safer Cities Initiative, logging over 75,000 local ordinance violations in Metro Manila from April 6 to 13, with curfew and drinking offenses leading the tally.
Negros Police Seize P136,000 Shabu in Talisay Drug Bust
The Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region confiscated an estimated P136,000 worth of shabu and arrested a suspect in a targeted operation in Talisay City, Negros Occidental.
Ex-Aide: P125M Duterte Funds Spent in Under 24 Hours
Ramil Madriaga testifies that P125 million in confidential funds were disbursed in less than a day, contradicting earlier reports of 11-day spending, during impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Grandmother Killed in Catmon Accident Chasing Grandchild
A 60-year-old grandmother died after being struck by a multicab while chasing her grandchild across a national highway in Catmon, Cebu. The driver is in custody as police prepare charges.
Cebu Mayor Reviews Youth Facility After Mass Escape
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has initiated an immediate review and upgrade of the Operation Second Chance facility following the escape of 15 minors, citing security and infrastructure issues.
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Cavite Rep. Barzaga Jr. Posts Bail for Cyberlibel Charges
Cavite 4th District Representative Kiko Barzaga Jr. voluntarily surrendered to police in Dasmariñas on Monday, April 13, 2026, following an arrest warrant for eight counts of cyberlibel. He quickly posted bail and accused President Marcos Jr. of orchestra
Motorcycle Thief Critically Injured in Cebu Citizen's Arrest
A notorious motorcycle parts thief was critically injured after being beaten by residents upon capture in Cebu City. Police identified the suspect with a history of thefts, recovering tools used for stealing expensive exhausts.
Widow Arrested with P2M Shabu in Inabanga Buy-Bust
A 59-year-old widow was arrested in Inabanga, Bohol, with nearly P2 million worth of suspected shabu during a police buy-bust operation on April 13, 2026.
Remulla Orders PNP Crackdown on Street Drinking, Karaoke
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla directs the PNP to enforce a 'safer cities initiative' targeting public drinking, late-night karaoke, topless walking, and curfew breaches to reduce crime and harassment.
Unclaimed Cash Relief Assistance in Davao Region
The DSWD-Davao Region reveals that 139 beneficiaries failed to claim their Cash Relief Assistance, citing name spelling errors and no-shows. A special payout is planned before funds return to the national treasury.
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Cebu Water District's 89% Income Drop and Audit Failures Exposed
A 2022-2024 performance audit reveals the Metropolitan Cebu Water District's net income plummeted 89%, with billions in unverified assets and recurring annual losses of ₱117.7 million due to infrastructure leaks and unresolved financial issues.
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