Philippines Headlines
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:23:00 +0800GSIS speeds up loan refunds; credits released within 3 days
The Government Service Insurance System has shortened the processing time for loan refunds under its “Balik Ginhawa” program, with approved applications now credited to members’ accounts within three working days.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:27:00 +0800Over 300,000 barrels of diesel arrive as gov’t boosts fuel stockpile
The government has received more than 300,000 barrels of diesel as it continues to build up fuel reserves amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, the Department of Energy said.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:18:00 +0800VP Sara allies file third appeal to SC to stop impeachment
Supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte have filed a third petition before the Supreme Court seeking to stop the ongoing impeachment proceedings against her.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800Meralco rates up, but not due to oil crisis
Meralco customers should brace for higher power rates this month, though the adjustment does not yet reflect the impact of fuel price spikes spurred by the Middle East war.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800United States, Philippines sign agreement to boost bilateral health cooperation
The United States and the Philippines signed yesterday an agreement aimed at boosting bilateral health cooperation.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800Government tightens crackdown on fake news
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) will launch a platform that will allow the public to take part in the government’s anti-fake news efforts amid a surge of disinformation about President Marcos’ health.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800DOTr seeks additional P5 billion budget for PUV service contracting
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has requested an additional P5-billion budget for the net service contracting program for public utility vehicles (PUVs), Secretary Giovanni Lopez said yesterday as the current P1-billion budget set to be rolle...
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800DBM sets aside P238 billion for oil crisis response
The Department of Budget and Management, under the directive of President Marcos, has identified P238 billion in available funding to support the government’s response to the ongoing global oil crisis, while mandating a 20 percent reduction in ...
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800Government exempts 2,263 drugs from VAT
The government has expanded its list of medicines exempt from value-added tax (VAT) to more than 2,263 drugs, with cancer treatments making up the largest share, according to a circular issued by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +08004 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index
Four areas in the country are projected to experience “danger” level heat index, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).