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Capiz Tricycle Driver Wins P15 Million Megalotto Jackpot, Dreams of Family Security
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GMA News Online

Capiz Tricycle Driver Wins P15 Million Megalotto Jackpot, Dreams of Family Security

A lone bettor from Roxas City claims the March 25 Megalotto 6/45 prize, sparking lottery fever across the Visayas region.

Philippine LotteryPCSO
DSWD Chief Warns TNCs, Drivers Ahead of Special Cash Aid Payout for Filipino Transport Workers
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GMA News Online

DSWD Chief Warns TNCs, Drivers Ahead of Special Cash Aid Payout for Filipino Transport Workers

Secretary Gatchalian urges transport network companies to correct beneficiary lists, warns drivers against confronting payout staff as government expedites aid for PUV sector.

DSWDCash Aid Philippines
DHSUD Adopts 4-Day Workweek in 2026, Aligning with National Government's Philippine Efficiency Drive
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GMA News Online

DHSUD Adopts 4-Day Workweek in 2026, Aligning with National Government's Philippine Efficiency Drive

The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development will implement a compressed schedule from April 13-17, 2026, following a MalacaΓ±ang directive aimed at reducing costs and improving public service.

DHSUDPhilippine Government
Philippines' DA Warns Oil Price Rollback Won't Bring Immediate Relief to Filipino Consumers' Food Bills
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GMA News Online

Philippines' DA Warns Oil Price Rollback Won't Bring Immediate Relief to Filipino Consumers' Food Bills

Agriculture Department cites complex supply chain factors as oil price reductions fail to translate to cheaper goods for struggling households.

Philippine EconomyFood Inflation
No Jackpot Winners in Major Philippine Lotto Draws on April 10, 2026
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GMA News Online

No Jackpot Winners in Major Philippine Lotto Draws on April 10, 2026

PCSO announces no winners for Ultra Lotto 6/58 and Grand Lotto 6/55, sending jackpots soaring for millions of Filipino bettors.

PCSOPhilippine Lottery
DSWD Distributes P105 Million Cash Aid to 21,000 Tricycle Drivers Nationwide
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GMA News Online

DSWD Distributes P105 Million Cash Aid to 21,000 Tricycle Drivers Nationwide

The nationwide payout of P5,000 per driver began this week, targeting a key sector of the Philippine informal transport economy.

DSWDTricycle Drivers
Philippine Transport Groups Voice Opposition to GPS Requirement in Service Contracting Program
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GMA News Online

Philippine Transport Groups Voice Opposition to GPS Requirement in Service Contracting Program

Manibela and other leaders cite privacy, cost concerns, while government pushes for modernization and subsidy tracking.

Transport ModernizationPublic Utility Vehicles
DepEd Shifts to 4-Day Onsite Workweek in Philippines to Conserve Energy
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GMA News Online

DepEd Shifts to 4-Day Onsite Workweek in Philippines to Conserve Energy

New schedule for non-teaching personnel takes effect March 2026, part of national energy conservation efforts.

DepEdEnergy Conservation
VP Sara Duterte's Sovereignty Speech Sparks Debate Amid Marcos China Policy Scrutiny
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GMA News Online

VP Sara Duterte's Sovereignty Speech Sparks Debate Amid Marcos China Policy Scrutiny

Vice President's call to protect sovereignty contrasts with accusations of presidential softness on West Philippine Sea issues, highlighting internal government tensions.

West Philippine SeaSara Duterte
LTFRB Distributes P1B Fuel Subsidies to PUV Drivers
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GMA News Online

LTFRB Distributes P1B Fuel Subsidies to PUV Drivers

Over P651 million already disbursed to help drivers cope with rising fuel prices, with more funds to be released.

LTFRBFuel Subsidy
DSWD Warns Filipino Public Against Fake Social Media Pages Promising Cash Aid
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GMA News Online

DSWD Warns Filipino Public Against Fake Social Media Pages Promising Cash Aid

Scammers impersonate government agency on messaging apps, prompting official warnings and potential legal action against fraudulent claimants.

DSWDPhilippine Scam Alert
DA to Investigate Reports of Rice Shortages in Kadiwa Stores
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GMA News Online

DA to Investigate Reports of Rice Shortages in Kadiwa Stores

Agriculture Department vows to check supply issues while defending quality controls on subsidized rice program.

Department of AgricultureKadiwa Program
Romualdez Confident Ombudsman Will File Cases on Merit in Flood Control Scandal
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GMA News Online

Romualdez Confident Ombudsman Will File Cases on Merit in Flood Control Scandal

House Speaker believes prosecutors will pursue non-bailable charges against those involved in multibillion-peso anomalies

OmbudsmanFlood Control Scandal
Marcos Eyes Bayanihan 3 as Fuel Prices Surge
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GMA News Online

Marcos Eyes Bayanihan 3 as Fuel Prices Surge

Palace says President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is willing to consider a third Bayanihan law to cushion the blow of rising fuel prices on Filipino families as Middle East tensions drive Dubai crude to record highs

Bayanihan LawFuel Price Hike
Lacson Backs PH-China Joint Exploration in West Philippine Sea with 60-40 Condition
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Lacson Backs PH-China Joint Exploration in West Philippine Sea with 60-40 Condition

Presidential aspirant says he supports oil and gas cooperation deal as long as it meets constitutional requirements

West Philippine SeaPanfilo Lacson