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GSIS speeds up loan refunds; credits released within 3 days

📅 April 11, 2026

The Government Service Insurance System has shortened the processing time for loan refunds under its “Balik Ginhawa” program, with approved applications now credited to members’ accounts within three working days.

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Nearly 500 OFWs from Kuwait, Abu Dhabi return amid Middle East tensions - The Filipino Times

📅 April 11, 2026

Nearly 500 OFWs from Kuwait, Abu Dhabi return amid Middle East tensions  The Filipino Times

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Over 300,000 barrels of diesel arrive as gov’t boosts fuel stockpile

📅 April 11, 2026

The government has received more than 300,000 barrels of diesel as it continues to build up fuel reserves amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, the Department of Energy said.

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VP Sara allies file third appeal to SC to stop impeachment

📅 April 11, 2026

Supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte have filed a third petition before the Supreme Court seeking to stop the ongoing impeachment proceedings against her.

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Returning OFWs: Cash aid, business help you can access - Cebu Daily News

📅 April 11, 2026

Returning OFWs: Cash aid, business help you can access  Cebu Daily News

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4 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index

📅 April 10, 2026

Four areas in the country are projected to experience “danger” level heat index, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

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Government exempts 2,263 drugs from VAT

📅 April 10, 2026

The government has expanded its list of medicines exempt from value-added tax (VAT) to more than 2,263 drugs, with cancer treatments making up the largest share, according to a circular issued by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

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DBM sets aside P238 billion for oil crisis response

📅 April 10, 2026

The Department of Budget and Management, under the directive of President Marcos, has identified P238 billion in available funding to support the government’s response to the ongoing global oil crisis, while mandating a 20 percent reduction in non-essential government spending to create additional fiscal space.

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DOTr seeks additional P5 billion budget for PUV service contracting

📅 April 10, 2026

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has requested an additional P5-billion budget for the net service contracting program for public utility vehicles (PUVs), Secretary Giovanni Lopez said yesterday as the current P1-billion budget set to be rolled out by April 15 will only last for two to three weeks.

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Government tightens crackdown on fake news

📅 April 10, 2026

The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) will launch a platform that will allow the public to take part in the government’s anti-fake news efforts amid a surge of disinformation about President Marcos’ health.

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United States, Philippines sign agreement to boost bilateral health cooperation

📅 April 10, 2026

The United States and the Philippines signed yesterday an agreement aimed at boosting bilateral health cooperation.

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Meralco rates up, but not due to oil crisis

📅 April 10, 2026

Meralco customers should brace for higher power rates this month, though the adjustment does not yet reflect the impact of fuel price spikes spurred by the Middle East war.

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Philippine consulate in Dubai warns anew against bogus assistance offers - Gulf News

📅 April 10, 2026

Philippine consulate in Dubai warns anew against bogus assistance offers  Gulf News

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342 Filipinos repatriated from UAE arrive in Manila - Daily Tribune

📅 April 10, 2026

342 Filipinos repatriated from UAE arrive in Manila  Daily Tribune

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134 OFWs from Kuwait return home, receive assistance - The Filipino Times

📅 April 10, 2026

134 OFWs from Kuwait return home, receive assistance  The Filipino Times

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202 OFWs from Central Visayas repatriated amid MidEast conflict - Cebu Daily News

📅 April 10, 2026

202 OFWs from Central Visayas repatriated amid MidEast conflict  Cebu Daily News

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OFWs FROM KUWAIT, NOW BACK IN THE PHILIPPINES The Department of Migrant Workers shared the return of 154 Overseas Filipino Workers from Kuwait under the repatriation program, together with their 12 relatives just this Thursday, 9th of April 2026. T - facebook.com

📅 April 10, 2026

OFWs FROM KUWAIT, NOW BACK IN THE PHILIPPINES The Department of Migrant Workers shared the return of 154 Overseas Filipino Workers from Kuwait under the repatriation program, together with their 12 relatives just this Thursday, 9th of April 2026. T  facebook.com

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154 OFWs from Kuwait back in Philippines - Daily Tribune

📅 April 10, 2026

154 OFWs from Kuwait back in Philippines  Daily Tribune

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OFWs fleeing conflict express relief, gratitude as they arrive in PH - SunStar Publishing Inc.

📅 April 10, 2026

OFWs fleeing conflict express relief, gratitude as they arrive in PH  SunStar Publishing Inc.

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Most repatriates itching return to Middle East - Daily Tribune

📅 April 9, 2026

Most repatriates itching return to Middle East  Daily Tribune

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