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Republic Gas Corporation (REGASCO) implemented a staggered price adjustment for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) products on April 6, 2026, following movements in international contract prices.

Currently, the suggested retail price of an 11-kg LPG cylinder in Luzon will now climb to ₱1,600.

According to REGASCO President and CEO and LPGMA Founder Arnel Ty, there are two primary factors of price hike: the increase in local freight and shipping costs.

He also explained that the shipping costs have surged by 4 to 5 times.

“Makikita po ninyo ang laking pagkakaiba ng shipping cost na sinasabi namin: it is times 4 and sometimes times 5,” he said

[“You can see the massive difference in the shipping costs we are referring to: it is times 4 and sometimes times 5.”]

With reports from Joan Nano

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The Department of the Interior and Local Government is set to intensify security layers in Metro Manila starting this April.

To ensure public safety, the agency has ordered the implementation of several restrictions in the region.

First, the ban on public drinking. SILG Remulla mentioned that drinking on roads is no longer allowed as it is one of the frequent sources of brawls and sexual harassment.

“Mayroon tayong Anti-Public Intoxication Act. Bawal na ang mag-inom sa kalye. Bawal na ang maglatag ng mga silya at mga lamesa sa mga kalye at mag-inuman,” SILG Remulla

[“We have the Anti-Public Intoxication Act. Drinking on the roads is now prohibited. Setting up chairs and tables on roads for drinking activities is no longer allowed.”]

“Doon nanggagaling, number one - ang away; number two - ang sexual harassment,” he added

[“That is where it starts, number one - brawls; number two - sexual harassment.”]

Also included in the ban is the use of videoke machines past 10:00 PM. Secretary Jonvic Remulla calls on the public to call 911 if the sessions continue beyond the designated time.

“Tumawag po kayo sa 911 at pupuntahan po ng pulis yan at papatigilin,” he said

[“You can call 911, and the police will go there and will shut it down.”]

The Secretary also calls on those using videoke machines to be considerate of their neighbors who need to sleep early and work the next day.

“May mga magulang diyan, alas 8, alas 9, tulog na. Magtatrabaho ’yan, alas 4, gising na. Matulog naman kayo, manapa, kung ayaw niyong matulog, magpatulog naman kayo,” he said

[“There are parents who are asleep by 8:00 or 9:00 PM. They’ll go to work -  at 4:00 AM, they’re awake already.”]

Also, staying in public spaces while shirtless is also prohibited.

“Bawal na ang walang t-shirt na lalaki na palakad-lakad sa kalye,” he mentioned

[“Men walking around the roads without a t-shirt is no longer allowed.]

Sec. Remulla suggests that those feeling the heat may at least wear a sleeveless top.

“Kahit gaano kainit, magsando man lang kayo,” he said

[“No matter how hot it is, please at least wear a sando.”]

The DILG also plans to deploy 2 police officers in schools to ensure student safety. The Secretary suggests calling 911 if there are no available police on that day.

“Kung wala pong pulis sa inyong eskwelahan ay tumawag po kayo sa 911 at alertuhin niyo kami kung bakit wala doon at magde-deploy kaagad,” he advised

[“If there are no police officers at your school, call 911 and alert us so we can deploy personnel immediately.”]

The agency will also enforce an enhanced curfew for minors. If there is no proof of schooling or employment, minors are strongly advised to go home before 10:00 PM.

“Yung mga rugby boys dyan, yung mga geng-geng dyan, umuwi na kayo pag 10:00, huhulihin namin kayo,” he mentioned

[“To the rugby boys there, to the geng-geng there, go home by 10:00 AM, we’ll apprehend you.”]

According to PNP Chief PGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., the implementation of these ordinances will begin in Metro Manila before being expanded to other regions.

With reports from Lea Ylagan

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The Department of Energy (DOE) speaks out their side against the circulating fake news regarding the energy lockdown on April 20, 2026.

According to the agency, there is no such lockdown, and they have not issued any announcements regarding that matter. The DOE calls on the public not to believe online posts about an energy lockdown, even those using the official logo of the agency.

“May kumakalat na mga post online tungkol sa umano’y “energy lockdown” na gumagamit ng logo ng Department of Energy,” paliwanag ng ahensya

[“Posts are circulating about an alleged 'energy lockdown' that uses the logo of the Department of Energy.”]

There are also AI-generated videos regarding the same content that have also been circulating, and the DOE emphasized that it doesn’t originate from them.

PNP Chief PGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. stated that they will track its sources, and the violators will face the consequences. He also noted they will not allow the spread to widen.

“The situation in the Middle East is a serious matter and any attempt to exploit it to trigger unwarranted panic among our kababayan must be addressed and dealt with. We will not allow this,” the PNP Chief said

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has announced a ban on drinking on roads.

“Mayroon tayong Anti-Public Intoxication Act. Bawal na ang mag-inom sa kalye. Bawal na ang maglatag ng mga silya at ng mga lamesa sa mga kalye at mag-inuman,” according to DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla

[“We have the Anti-Public Intoxication Act. Drinking on the roads is now prohibited. Setting up chairs and tables on roads for drinking activities is no longer allowed.”]

This move is a part of the agency’s campaign to lower the crime rate. According to Secretary Remulla, such activities are a frequent source of brawls and sexual harassment.

In response to these issues, the agency will strictly enforce the ban and ensure that violators face consequences.

“Pasensyahan tayo, pag kayo mag-inuman sa kalye, huhulihin namin kayo,” SILG Remulla added

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The viral 27-year-old TNVS driver who fled a gas station after getting a full tank has surrendered to the authorities.

On March 22, a driver loaded a full tank of his silver Toyota Innova, which amounted to around ₱5,000. After refueling, he sped off and didn’t pay.

According to the Philippine National Police (PNP), the incident happened along EDSA in Barangay Apolonio Samson, Quezon City.

The driver claimed he was short on cash and was under pressure because his child is about to graduate.

The PNP was able to track the driver’s identity and location through backtracking CCTV footage, and also with the support of the concerned agencies.

The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) says the driver will face estafa charges following the incident.

“He was later handed over to authorities to face charges for estafa, which will be filed before the Quezon City Prosecutor's Office,” according to the PNP

With reports from Lea Ylagan

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