DOTr deploys buses to augment influx of LRT-2 commuters

GMA Network - Nov 4, 2026

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Wednesday launched a bus augmentation program to mitigate the large volume of commuters using the LRT-2.

Read full article

More News

BARMM chief minister speeds up Cabinet formation

Nov 4, 2026

COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” Macacua has given the selection committee for top positions in the Bangsamoro government until 5 p.m. today to submit the possible appointees to his Cabinet. The positions to be filled include at least 15 ministers and deputy ministers, and a number of heads of

Western Visayas, Soccsksargen workers to get wage hikes by Nov. 19

Nov 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Minimum wage earners in Western Visayas and Soccsksargen will receive higher pay starting Nov. 19, following the approval of new wage orders granting increases of up to P45 a day. Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino announced on Tuesday that the National Wages and Productivity Commission had approved the wage adjustments following consultations between

Urdaneta City bids farewell to fallen pilot who inspired his village

Nov 4, 2026

URDANETA CITY, PANGASINAN, Philippines — He dreamed of bringing his family together under one roof and inspiring young people in his village. But Capt. Raymart Cabangcala came home not to fulfill those dreams, but to be laid to rest. A helicopter carrying the remains of the 30-year-old Philippine Air Force (PAF) pilot landed at Urdaneta

LandBank 9-month net income rises 8% to P37.53B

Nov 4, 2026

State-run Land Bank of the Philippines (LandBank) on Wednesday reported an 8% increase in net income in the first nine months of the year, driven by the expansion of its core banking operations.

Drop beer sponsor, Sports Ministry tells Hyrox KL as approval hangs in balance

Nov 4, 2026

Ministry's guidelines state alcohol companies cannot organise, sponsor, or offer rewards in sports events.

Thailand to Pilot Special Regime for Khao San and Rambuttri Nightlife Venues

Nov 4, 2026

The Thai government plans a pilot special regime for Khao San and Rambuttri roads to improve nightlife venue compliance, addressing outdated zoning laws and promoting legal operations in Bangkok.

Thailand Business News — Morning Briefing

Nov 4, 2026

Today's briefing examines Thailand's automotive tax restructuring, Japan's semiconductor industry consolidation, Hong Kong's stronger-than-expected economic growth, China's latest financial-market intervention and Grab's improving profitability across Southeast Asia.

DTI rules out 'shrinkflation' in 190 basic goods

Nov 4, 2026

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Wednesday assured consumers that manufacturers would maintain the product quantities of 190 monitored basic necessities and prime commodities, ruling out "shrinkflation" among products covered by commitments to keep prices unchanged.

DOTr deploys buses to augment influx of LRT-2 commuters

More News

BARMM chief minister speeds up Cabinet formation

Western Visayas, Soccsksargen workers to get wage hikes by Nov. 19

Urdaneta City bids farewell to fallen pilot who inspired his village

LandBank 9-month net income rises 8% to P37.53B

Drop beer sponsor, Sports Ministry tells Hyrox KL as approval hangs in balance

Thailand to Pilot Special Regime for Khao San and Rambuttri Nightlife Venues

Thailand Business News — Morning Briefing

DTI rules out 'shrinkflation' in 190 basic goods

Appeals court allows contempt proceedings against disputed N Sembilan chieftains

Democrats close in on US House, make gains in Senate

LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

Najib to pay RM50m fine today? Lawyer says no instructions yet

Recommended

St. Luke’s Medical Center reports personal data breach

Marcos’ order gives schools more say in class suspensions

DepEd: Over 172,000 teachers, staff to get Apple laptops

COA: P17-B infra works have ‘visible defects’

Dole launches 24/7 hotline for El Niño-related work concerns

Latest DPWH stink: P491-M ‘right-of-way scam’; 6 face graft raps

Palace to police chief: Get Dela Rosa despite PNP past

LTFRB fines Move It P555.75M over excess rider-partners

Palace: Budget red flags can lead again to Marcos veto

Biz group to DOTr: Don’t open busway to private cars