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DA bans import of cattle, buffalo from France, Italy due to LSD outbreaks

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has imposed a temporary ban on the importation of live cattle and buffalo, as well as their products and by-products, from France and Italy following confirmed outbreaks of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD).

RLC 2Q profit up 7 percent to ₱3.4B on broad-based growth

Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), the property arm of the Gokongwei Group, posted a 7 percent rise in net income to ₱3.4 billion in the second quarter of 2025, up from ₱3.18 billion year-on-year. The increase was driven by resilient performance across its investment and development portfolios, along with disciplined financial management.

DOTr targets 2026 mompletion of España–Quezon Ave Busway feasibility study

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said that the feasibility study for the proposed busway connecting España Boulevard and Quezon Avenue is set to be completed by 2026, marking a key step in the broad government effort to modernize urban transit infrastructure.

MPTC prioritizes debt, key projects ahead of IPO

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) is prioritizing debt servicing and the completion of strategic tollway projects in Southern Luzon as it prepares for its planned initial public offering (IPO), the company announced.

SEC probes Villar land asset transfers over regulatory concerns

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is conducting a fact-finding investigation into the asset transfers and property valuation surge involving Golden MV Holdings Inc., recently renamed Villar Land Holdings Corp., following the suspension of its shares from trading on the Philippine Stock Exchange.

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Telecommunications company Globe Telecom has expressed support for the government’s review of the National Building Code, saying the update is an opportunity to treat internet connectivity as essential infrastructure in future building and road projects.

China’s spiciest cities showcase pandas and neon

If Tokyo feels too polished and Seoul too familiar, western China is ready to shake Filipino travelers out of their comfort zone in the best possible way.

Beached, bewildered, battling Philippine monsoons

Every year, somewhere along the Philippine coastline, a dolphin, whale, or dugong shows up in the worst possible place. On the sand.

Scientists rush to protect global rice supplies 

A global alliance of scientists is stepping up efforts to save rice crops from worsening climate threats as rising heat, drought, and salinity place one of the world’s most important food staples under growing pressure.
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