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PNP to offer free rides for commuters affected by March 19 strike

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) will be offering free rides, also known as Libreng Sakay, for commuters who will be affected by the transport strike starting Thursday, March 19. “Our response will not just be about police visibility but the true help of the Philippine National Police to our kababayans who may

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Transport strike set on March 19 over fuel prices, fare hike concerns

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A transport strike involving hundreds of public utility drivers is set on Thursday, March 19, 2026, as Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide (PISTON)-Cebu cited rising fuel prices and insufficient fare adjustments. PISTON-Cebu said more than 500 active members are expected to participate in the protest, which will

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Cebu province plans ₱20M libreng sakay for north, south commuters

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Province is moving to roll out a P20-million Libreng Sakay program for passengers traveling between Cebu City and key northern and southern corridors. Governor Pamela Baricuatro said the initiative is being fast-tracked as fuel prices rise and transport costs continue to squeeze commuters’ budget. Baricuatro said on Wednesday, March 18,

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DOTr vows to provide cash aid, support amid suspension of fare hike

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and its attached agencies will continue to ensure the provision of all cash assistance and support for the commuters, drivers, and operators amid the suspension of the fare hike.  This is the DOTr’s statement after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on Wednesday the suspension of the fare

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Baguio forms crisis committee to address fuel price hike effects

BAGUIO CITY – The city government has created a Crisis Management Committee composed of representatives from fuel retailers, hotels, supermarkets, schools, and other business sectors to help monitor supply conditions and recommend actions if the situation escalates. Mayor Benjamin Magalong on Wednesday said among the actions to be taken immediately is ensuring certain sectors are prioritized

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NUP solon thanks House leadership for opening doors to dialogue

MANILA, Philippines — While National Unity Party (NUP) stalwart and Manila Rep. Rolando Valeriano thanked the House of Representatives leadership for opening their doors to a dialogue, he maintained that the chamber must and can find ways to resolve the issue of projects being delayed due to funding woes. Valeriano, in a statement on Wednesday, said that

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