Downtowne Premiere Residences Groundbreaking in Davao City

The highly anticipated Downtowne Premiere Residences condominium project officially began construction in Davao City on March 20, 2026, with its showroom now open. This modern development promises to elevate urban living with prime accessibility to key de

DOLE's TUPAD Tuloy Pasada Program Aids Jeepney Drivers

The Department of Labor and Employment has introduced the TUPAD Tuloy Pasada program, providing jeepney drivers with an additional P695 daily income to offset rising fuel costs. Initially targeting 134 drivers in Metro Manila, the initiative aims to suppo

P200-B Malampaya Funds Eyed for Fuel Reserves

House lawmakers propose using the P200 billion Malampaya revenue to build strategic fuel reserves, aiming to shield the Philippines from global oil price volatility and supply shortages.

Boracay Tourist Arrivals Rise 17% in March

Boracay's tourism sector remains robust with a 17% increase in tourist arrivals in March, totaling 200,165 visitors, despite ongoing Middle East tensions affecting international travel costs.

DA May Need P40B More Funds for Oil Crisis Impact

The Department of Agriculture could require an extra P40 billion in funding if the oil crisis persists, with Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr. detailing needs for fuel subsidies, fertilizer, and support for rice farmers and fisherfolk.

Fuel Subsidy for PUJs in NCR Begins Distribution

The government has initiated a P10 per liter fuel subsidy for public utility jeepneys in Metro Manila, with plans to expand to buses and TNVS. Drivers can save up to P1,500 weekly for three months.

BIR Extends 2025 ITR Filing Deadline to May 15, 2026

The Bureau of Internal Revenue has extended the filing deadline for 2025 Annual Income Tax Returns from April 15 to May 15, 2026, aiming to provide taxpayers more time for proper filing without penalties.

Philippines Rice Supply Stable Amid Global Oil Price Hike

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirms the Philippines maintains a robust rice supply despite rising oil prices and agricultural costs from Middle East tensions. The government has implemented measures to support farmers and ensure food s

Cebuano Households Suffer as LPG Prices Spike Amid War

The ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict has driven LPG prices in Cebu from over P1,100 to above P1,600 per 11-kg tank, straining families. President Marcos Jr.'s tax suspension offers slight relief, but supply shortages and infrastructure damage in the Middle

BIR Issues New Tax Rules for Cross-Border Services

The Bureau of Internal Revenue clarifies tax treatment for cross-border services, emphasizing that such services are not automatically taxable and providing a detailed framework for determining income source.

SBMA Cuts Port Fees 5% to Ease Fuel Cost Burden, P76M Relief

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority implements tariff reductions and fee suspensions to help port users manage operational costs amid geopolitical tensions and fuel price hikes, providing an estimated P76 million in financial relief for 2026.

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