27/04/2026
🇵🇭 Top 5 Major News in the Philippines Today (April 28, 2026)
1. Massive Rollback: Diesel Prices Plunge by ₱12.94/Liter Effective today, motorists are benefiting from one of the largest fuel price cuts of the year. Diesel dropped by ₱12.94 and kerosene by ₱15.71, following the arrival of government-procured shipments and a slight easing of global oil supply tensions. gmanetwork.com
2. Court Issues Hold Departure Order vs. Senator Chiz Escudero The Sandiganbayan has officially issued a Precautionary Hold Departure Order (PHDO) against Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero. The order prevents the senator from leaving the country while authorities investigate allegations of graft and plunder related to public works contracts. manilatimes.net
3. Fugitive Zaldy Co Escapes Czech Custody, Now at Large in Europe The Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed this morning that former Rep. Zaldy Co is no longer in Czech hands. While he has left the Czech Republic, he is believed to still be within the Schengen area, sparking an intensified international manhunt across Europe. abs-cbn.com
4. VP’s Husband Mans Carpio Sues Lawmakers, AMLC Over Bank Leak Attorney Mans Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, has filed a lawsuit against several lawmakers and the AMLC. He alleges "unlawful disclosure" and a "fishing expedition" regarding his private bank records, which were recently flagged during the VP's impeachment inquiry. manilatimes.net
5. Heat Index Hits Extreme 45°C; 14 Areas Under "Danger" Alert PAGASA has warned that the heat index will reach a life-threatening 45°C in Iloilo and ten other provinces today. Metro Manila remains in the "Danger" zone at 41°C, with authorities advising citizens to stay hydrated and avoid outdoor exposure during peak hours. newsinfo.inquirer.net