The Department of Health (DOH) said it is closely monitoring recent increases in COVID-19 cases elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
While the rise in cases has been noted in several neighboring countries, the DOH said there is currently no cause for alarm in the Philippines.
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) announced on Friday a temporary toll rebate program to help ease the impact of rising fuel costs on the transportation sector.
The National Government opened 2026 with a fiscal jolt, posting a P165.4-billion budget surplus in January—more than double the P68.4 billion recorded a year earlier—as steady revenues met sharply lower spending.
Manila Water said it is strengthening water supply reliability for its East Zone customers by expanding alternative water sources, reducing its dependence on Angat Dam.
Ride-hailing platform inDrive has introduced a ₱2.7 million fuel voucher program to help its active drivers cope with rising fuel prices and operating costs.