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Philippines Distributes P98M in Fuel Subsidies to Taxi Sector Amid Rising Pump Prices
4 min
politics

Philippines Distributes P98M in Fuel Subsidies to Taxi Sector Amid Rising Pump Prices

LTFRB's latest payout targets taxi drivers and operators nationwide, offering critical relief as transport groups demand more support.

GMA News Online / News / Nation Apr 23
Philippines Braces for 9 to 17 Tropical Cyclones Until October 2026, PAGASA Warns
5 min
weather

Philippines Braces for 9 to 17 Tropical Cyclones Until October 2026, PAGASA Warns

Weather bureau issues new outlook as La Niña conditions persist, threatening millions of Filipinos with floods and landslides.

GMA News Online / Weather Apr 22
Bacoor Fire: 1,000 Families Displaced as Blaze Engulfs Cavite Residences
5 min
local

Bacoor Fire: 1,000 Families Displaced as Blaze Engulfs Cavite Residences

A series of devastating fires in Bacoor City has left hundreds homeless, highlighting the urgent need for fire safety in densely populated Philippine communities.

GMA News Online / News / Regions Apr 22
Is Your Mouse Moving for Meta? PH Tech Workers Eye Privacy Risks as Meta Captures Keystrokes for AI Training
5 min
technology

Is Your Mouse Moving for Meta? PH Tech Workers Eye Privacy Risks as Meta Captures Keystrokes for AI Training

The social media giant is tracking U.S. employees' every click and keystroke to train autonomous AI agents, sparking a global debate on workplace surveillance that hits close to home for Filipino BPO and tech talent.

GMA News Online / SciTech / Technology, Gadgets and Gaming Apr 22
CAB hikes flight fuel surcharge to historic Level 19, Philippine travelers to pay up to P1,824 more starting April 16
4 min
business

CAB hikes flight fuel surcharge to historic Level 19, Philippine travelers to pay up to P1,824 more starting April 16

The Civil Aeronautics Board sets a record fuel surcharge for domestic and international flights, impacting millions of Filipino passengers.

GMA News Online / Money Apr 22
Navotas Landfill Fire Threatens Local Weather Patterns, Warns PAGASA
5 min
politics

Navotas Landfill Fire Threatens Local Weather Patterns, Warns PAGASA

Massive blaze continues to spew toxic smoke, affecting air quality and potentially altering rainfall as far as Bataan.

GMA News Online / News / Nation Apr 22
PAGASA Sounds Alarm: 79% Chance of El Niño Strikes Philippines by June, Threatens Food Security and Water Supply
4 min
weather

PAGASA Sounds Alarm: 79% Chance of El Niño Strikes Philippines by June, Threatens Food Security and Water Supply

The state weather bureau has raised its alert level, warning of a high probability of intense dry conditions that could devastate agriculture and strain resources nationwide.

GMA News Online / Weather Apr 22
PNPA Hazing Scandal Shakes Philippines: 3 Cadets Arrested, 9 Officials Probed in Good Friday Brutality
4 min
local

PNPA Hazing Scandal Shakes Philippines: 3 Cadets Arrested, 9 Officials Probed in Good Friday Brutality

A fresh wave of alleged violence inside the Philippine National Police Academy exposes deep-rooted culture problems, testing the nation's resolve to end hazing for good.

GMA News Online / News / Regions Apr 22
EU Court Rebukes Hungary's Anti-LGBTQ Law, Setting Global Precedent for Filipino Advocates
4 min
world

EU Court Rebukes Hungary's Anti-LGBTQ Law, Setting Global Precedent for Filipino Advocates

Landmark ruling against discrimination resonates in the Philippines, where similar legislative battles over SOGIE Equality Bill continue.

GMA News Online / News / World Apr 22
Australia's Gaming Safety Crackdown: A Wake-Up Call for Filipino Parents and Regulators
5 min
technology

Australia's Gaming Safety Crackdown: A Wake-Up Call for Filipino Parents and Regulators

As Australia demands Roblox and Minecraft detail child protection measures, experts warn the Philippines faces similar risks with millions of young gamers online.

GMA News Online / SciTech / Technology, Gadgets and Gaming Apr 22
Filipino NBA Fans in Shock as Spurs' Victor Wembanyama Enters Concussion Protocol After Hard Fall
4 min
sports

Filipino NBA Fans in Shock as Spurs' Victor Wembanyama Enters Concussion Protocol After Hard Fall

The No. 1 overall pick's injury during Game 2 loss to Portland sends ripples of concern through the Philippines' massive basketball community.

GMA News Online / Sports Apr 22
ERC Orders Meralco to Refund P14 Billion to Filipino Consumers, Easing Power Bill Burden
4 min
business

ERC Orders Meralco to Refund P14 Billion to Filipino Consumers, Easing Power Bill Burden

In a landmark decision, the Energy Regulatory Commission mandates the power giant to return billions in over-recoveries, promising relief for millions of households starting next month.

GMA News Online / Money Apr 22
Marcos Poised for Crucial Japan State Visit in May to Bolster Philippine Security, Economic Ties
4 min
politics

Marcos Poised for Crucial Japan State Visit in May to Bolster Philippine Security, Economic Ties

Palace confirms high-level talks as Japan seeks to deepen strategic partnership with the Philippines amid regional tensions.

GMA News Online / News / Nation Apr 22
Oil Price Surge on Iran Tensions Threatens Philippine Inflation, Peso
3 min
business

Oil Price Surge on Iran Tensions Threatens Philippine Inflation, Peso

Global market volatility over Strait of Hormuz risks reigniting inflation and import costs for the import-dependent Philippine economy.

GMA News Online / Money Apr 21
LNU-Dagupan Graduate Tops March 2026 Philippine Physicians Licensure Exam
3 min
politics

LNU-Dagupan Graduate Tops March 2026 Philippine Physicians Licensure Exam

Erwin Ken Angcual Parchaso emerges as top scorer among 1,954 new doctors, highlighting regional medical education excellence.

GMA News Online / News / Nation Apr 21
PAGASA Forecasts Fair Weather for Northern Luzon as High Pressure Ridge Dominates
3 min
weather

PAGASA Forecasts Fair Weather for Northern Luzon as High Pressure Ridge Dominates

Dry conditions expected across key regions, offering relief from recent rains but raising heat index concerns for Filipinos.

GMA News Online / Weather Apr 20
Philippine Authorities Destroy P27M in Marijuana in Cordillera, Seize Shabu in Week-Long Operations
3 min
local

Philippine Authorities Destroy P27M in Marijuana in Cordillera, Seize Shabu in Week-Long Operations

PNP and PDEA target highland cultivation sites, arresting one suspect and seizing over 100,000 plants in a major blow to the local drug trade.

GMA News Online / News / Regions Apr 20
NASA's Artemis Moon Program Spurs Global Space Race, Philippines Eyes Scientific Collaboration
4 min
technology

NASA's Artemis Moon Program Spurs Global Space Race, Philippines Eyes Scientific Collaboration

With SpaceX and Blue Origin landers in focus, Filipino scientists and engineers see opportunities for international partnerships and technology transfer.

GMA News Online / SciTech / Technology, Gadgets and Gaming Apr 20
Magnolia Hotshots Secure Crucial Victory Over Converge
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sports

Magnolia Hotshots Secure Crucial Victory Over Converge

Ian Sangalang and Zavier Lucero lead decisive 83-71 victory, moving team to .500 record in Commissioner's Cup.

GMA News Online / Sports Apr 20
JoyRide to Slash Motorcycle Taxi Commission to 18%, Boosting Filipino Driver Take-Home Pay
3 min
business

JoyRide to Slash Motorcycle Taxi Commission to 18%, Boosting Filipino Driver Take-Home Pay

Ride-hailing platform's rate cut effective April 20, 2026, offers relief amid rising operational costs for thousands of Filipino riders.

GMA News Online / Money Apr 20