Overall average transmission rates up in April 2026 electric bills
POWER consumers may see a slight increase in transmission rates reflected in their April 2026 electricity bills. The overall equivalent average transmission rate for the March 2026 billing period to…
House moves to protect workers, middle class, small firms to keep economy steady amid rising fuel costs
THE House of Representatives, under the leadership of Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III, is tightening its response to rising fuel costs by focusing on workers, the middle class and…
Toxics watchdog reminds consumers to choose safe swimming floater toys for kids
WITH the heat index on the rise, swimming activities at beaches and pools have become a popular and enjoyable way for the public, especially kids, to cope with the scorching…
House to invite oil firms over ‘cartel-like’ pricing concerns
The multi-committee energy crisis response body of the House of Representatives will summon oil industry players to address concerns over their “cartel-like” behavior in fuel pricing amid tightening petroleum supply…
Two children die in suffocation incident inside abandoned car in Olongapo
OLONGAPO CITY — TWO four-year-old children have died following a suffocation incident inside an abandoned vehicle on April 8, 2026, police said. According to Police Major George Francis B. Molina,…
PNP warns public on online investment scams after arrest
THE Philippine National Police (PNP) sounded the alarm anew on online investment scams after a group behind an illegal scheme was recently arrested in Santa Rosa City, Laguna. Operatives of…
DA declares Davao del Sur as bird flu-free province
THE Department of Agriculture has formally declared Davao del Sur free from avian influenza, marking a swift containment effort following a lone outbreak late last year. In a memorandum circular,…