Cebu Suspends 600 EV Taxis, Seeks Public Consultation
Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the planned launch of 600 EV taxis in Metro Cebu pending public consultation. The move addresses traffic and fairness concerns. Read the full story.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the planned launch of 600 EV taxis in Metro Cebu pending public consultation. The move addresses traffic and fairness concerns. Read the full story.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. names former PNP Chief Nicolas Torre III as the new General Manager of the MMDA, replacing Procopio Lipana. Details on the appointment and Torre's career.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the deployment of 600 electric taxis, citing an unfair licensing process. Public consultations set for Jan 5, 2026, will decide the fleet's future. Read more.
Davao City halts Green GSM's all-electric taxi fleet for lacking permits. LTFRB says the company was warned. Read about the compliance issues and the future of EV transport in the city.
Creba-Davao's meeting featured MinDA's Romeo Montenegro highlighting the region's investment boom and Davao's BPO rise. Read about the new chapter officers and the shift in Mindanao's narrative.
Experts warn the rice crisis, fueled by low farmgate prices and high imports, threatens national sovereignty. A 5-point plan calls for urgent reform to save Filipino farmers and ensure food security. #FoodSovereignty #SaveFarmers
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the launch of 600 EV taxis in Metro Cebu. A public consultation is set for January 2026 to address traffic and fairness concerns. Read the full story.
Cebu taxi operators urge LTFRB to revoke approval for 600 EV taxis from a Vietnamese firm, citing traffic congestion and unfair competition. Deployment set for Dec 19.
LTFRB Central Visayas Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. confirms his official relief. The move follows past protests from PUV operators demanding his removal. Read the full story.
LTFRB 7 chief Eduardo Montealto Jr. has been relieved of duty. The move follows years of controversy and calls for his resignation from transport groups. Read the full story.
A Cebu taxi association challenges the LTFRB's approval of 600 electric vehicle taxis, citing market saturation and procedural issues. Read the full story.
The Philippine Coconut Authority brings free medical checkups and consultations to Lamitan City, Basilan from Dec 18-20, 2025, prioritizing the health of coconut farmers and their families.
Peza Director General Tereso Panga is optimistic about achieving the agency's P300-billion investment approval goal for 2025, citing major pending applications. Read more about the Philippines' economic zone growth.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro opposes the LTFRB's provisional authority for 600 EV taxis in Central Visayas, citing licensing and traffic concerns. A public hearing is set for Dec 23.
Bacolod City Council urges LTFRB to pause permits for 21 modern jeepneys until a transport cooperative's internal conflicts are legally resolved. Learn the details.
PSA Davao de Oro's NID Team joined 37 service caravans as of Oct 2025, bringing national ID registration & info to remote communities. Learn how this simplifies public transactions.
Coast Guard stations in Central Visayas have lifted the initial voyage suspension as Tropical Depression Wilma weakened. Key routes from Cebu to Camotes, Toledo, and San Carlos resume operations. PAGASA continues to warn small vessels.
The LTFRB denies a P1-P2 jeepney fare hike request, citing economic impact and inflation risks. An Anti-Colorum Task Force is launched to protect drivers' income.
The LTFRB announces no fare increase for traditional and modern jeepneys following a significant diesel price rollback. Officials cite economic recovery and inflation concerns. Read the full story.
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) leads the GCG's 2024 performance evaluation with a score exceeding 100%. Discover how they achieved this top rating and which other GOCCs were recognized.
Bacolod City police arrested a man posing as Police Major in extortion scheme. Suspect faces 16 counts of robbery extortion. Read the full details of the operation.
The Department of Agriculture transfers regulatory control over veterinary drugs and the dairy industry from the FDA to the BAI and NDA. Learn how this impacts local industries.
New BIR Commissioner Charlito Mendoza warns employees involved in LOA abuse scheme. Taxpayers urged to report directly to his office. Investigation ongoing.
New BIR Commissioner Charlito Mendoza pledges action against employees exploiting Letters of Authority. Taxpayers urged to report abuses directly. Ongoing investigation follows Senate resolution.
Davao City emerges as top 5 fastest-growing highly urbanized city with 7.9% growth, contributing ₱574.72B to national GDP. Discover Davao's economic surge.
After President Marcos shut down POGOs, 46 buildings in Porac remain vacant. The National Housing Authority shows interest while locals suggest converting them to schools. Explore the possibilities.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival orders strict measures to combat port dispatcher harassment and illegal ticket sales. Police presence increases to protect passengers.
More than 300 public vehicles in Cebu remain non-operational after November 4 flooding. LTFRB reports severe transport disruptions and driver shortages affecting commuters. Learn how the region is coping.
More than 300 public utility vehicles in Cebu remain out of service weeks after Typhoon Tino, exposing transport system vulnerabilities. Learn about recovery efforts.
After 4 years, P712 million in unspent housing aid for Super Typhoon Odette survivors is finally being released to Cebu. Learn how the funds stalled and when distribution will occur.