Victory Liner implements ‘fuel-saving measures’, halts free ride privilege as oil prices rise

Bus company Victory Liner announced that it is implementing “fuel-saving measures” to reduce costs as oil prices rise due to the US-Iran conflict. In a statement, Victory Liner said: “Simula ngayon, bubuksan lamang ang makina at air-conditioning ng bus limang (5) minuto bago ang nakatakdang oras ng pag-alis ng biyahe. Gayundin, pansamantalang papatayin ang makina at air-conditioning ng bus sa mga stopover…

Ready for the heat? Six areas reach ‘danger’ heat levels, PAGASA reports

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has recorded high temperatures in six areas, reaching 42°C, since Saturday, February 28. Based on PAGASA’s heat index, the following areas experienced “danger” levels of heat: February 28 March 1 March 2 March 4 According to PAGASA’s heat index chart, temperatures between 42°C and 51°C are considered “danger” levels, while readings of 52°C…

DA concerned about the impact of US-Iran conflict on food prices

The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it is closely monitoring developments in the US-Iran conflict and their potential impact on food prices. “We are concerned about the intensifying conflict between the US and Iran, as it may lead to prolonged increases in oil prices, affecting petroleum-based fertilizers, freight costs, and the fuel that powers farm machinery and fishing boats,” Agriculture Secretary Francisco…

‘Special on Saturday’ dominates timeslot in both Metro Manila, Mega Manila in 4Q 2025: Kantar

Public affairs program “Special on Saturday” on DZRH emerged as the top-rated program in its 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. timeslot and the highest-rated program across all Saturday offerings in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to Kantar Media data for both Metro Manila and Mega Manila. The two-hour public affairs block delivered the strongest audience performance during the critical 7:00–9:00 a.m.…

Is Trillanes undermining Leni, Bam to make way for Risa?

With the 2028 presidential race now less than two years away, former senator Antonio “Sonny” Trillanes IV has drawn fresh lines inside the so-called opposition—this time targeting Sen. Bam Aquino in a way that inevitably puts former vice president and now Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo in the same frame. On its face, the dispute centers on where cases against former president…

Malacañang under fire as fallout grows over removal of career DOH officials

With the perceived ouster of career health officials, Malacañang now stands accused of putting institutional stability and expert leadership at risk for political convenience. The uproar follows the exit of Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Singh-Vergeire and other veteran DOH officials in what appears to be a politically motivated shake-up. About 55 professional medical groups signed a joint statement expressing concerns of what…

SPECIAL REPORT: Laguna Lake on the verge of becoming the Philippines’ largest septic tank

The Laguna Lake is fast deteriorating into the country’s “biggest septic tank,” Biñan City Rep. Walfredo “Arman” Dimaguila Jr. warned on Saturday, August 2. In an interview on DZRH News’ Special on Saturday, Rep. Dimaguila urged the Marcos Jr. administration to take urgent and science-based action to rehabilitate the vital water body affecting millions across Southern Luzon and Metro Manila. “Magkakaroon na…

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