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Lapu-Lapu Libreng Sakay implemented to help commuters

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- Lapu-Lapu City implemented its own “Libreng Sakay” program to ease the effects of the rising petroleum prices on Oponganons, In a Facebook post of Mayor King-Chan on Thursday, March 26, 2026, she said that the city has already deployed coasters that will run during peak hours. READ: Cebu province plans ₱20M libreng

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Over 900 JOs in Cebu City hall unpaid for months over late appointments

CEBU CITY, Philippines — More than 900 job order (JO) workers at Cebu City Hall have gone without salaries for months, as delays in the submission and approval of their appointments stalled the release of their pay. At least 956 JO personnel have not received wages from January to March 2026, with some back pay

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Bedridden woman killed in Talisay, Cebu fire

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 71-year-old bedridden woman died after she was trapped inside her home when a fire broke out in Sitio Alegre, Barangay Bulacao, Talisay City on Thursday, March 26. The victim was identified as Rebecca Bacalan, who was unable to escape as the fire quickly spread and blocked the only exit of

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Rising fuel costs hit infra, but rail projects on track — contractors

MANILA, Philippines — Rising fuel prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East are affecting construction costs for Philippine infrastructure projects, but contractors say progress on major railway projects remains largely on schedule. Ricky Salenga, construction manager for tunneling works at Sumitomo Mitsui Construction, which handles Contract Package 103 covering the Anonas and Camp

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Gatchalian sees unscrupulous oil traders raking in windfall profits

MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian sees unscrupulous traders reaping windfall profits from skyrocketing oil prices in the country driven by the crisis in the Middle East. READ: PNP files profiteering, hoarding charges vs gas station, driver At Thursday’s hearing of the Senate Proactive Response and Oversight for Timely and Effective Crisis Strategy (Protect) committee,

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Jeepney driver faints while lining up for cash aid; in stable condition

MANILA, Philippines — A jeepney driver fainted during the rollout of the government’s cash financial assistance for public utility vehicle drivers but is now in stable condition, the Quezon City Government said on Thursday. The driver was taken by the city disaster risk reduction and management office to the Quezon City General Hospital for assessment

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Marcos announces Camago-3 gas drilling, testing operations

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday announced the drilling and testing operations at Camago-3, capable of producing up to 60 million standard cubic feet of gas per day. In a video statement, Marcos said Camago-3 is the second major milestone under the USD893-million Malampaya Phase 4 campaign. READ: Marcos signs law granting him

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