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Cebu Transport Groups Oppose 600 New Electric Taxis

Transport groups in Metro Cebu formally oppose GSM Philippines' bid to deploy 600 electric taxis, citing traffic congestion, fleet oversupply, and foreign ownership concerns. Read the full story.

Cebu's 2026 Budget Reopened for P179M in Cuts

Cebu's P11.9 billion 2026 budget faces delay as lawmakers reopen it for changes to meet national rules. Key allocations for disaster aid and tourism are adjusted. Read the full story.

Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in US Court After Capture

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro denies all US charges in New York court, calling his capture a 'kidnapping'. Protests erupt globally against the US military operation. Read the latest.

Cebu Mayor Seeks Moratorium on New EV Taxis

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival supports EV taxis but urges a temporary halt on new units to study traffic and operator impact. The LTFRB hearing is postponed to January 2026.

DOJ's Cadiz Resigns Over Ilocos Norte Contractor Links

Justice Undersecretary Jose 'Jojo' Cadiz Jr. steps down amid allegations involving an Ilocos Norte contractor. Malacañang frames the move as proof of the administration's serious anti-corruption stance.

Senators Sound Alarm on Agri Smuggling Syndicates

Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.

Bill Expands More Power Franchise in Iloilo

Rep. Janette Garin files HB 6292 to extend More Power's franchise to 7 Iloilo municipalities, citing lower rates and improved service. Learn about the proposed expansion.

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