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Funds Flow Fast: MRT-3  upgrade accelerates 

The Department of Finance (DOF) has officially greenlit fresh fundings to revitalize the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), signaling a bold leap forward for commuter convenience and urban mobility.

Insurer widens financial wellness drive to Filipino seafarer community

Insular Life (InLife), the country’s first and largest Filipino life insurance company, has partnered with Seafaring Family International (SeaFam) to promote financial wellness among Filipino seafarers and their families.

BSP raises cash withdrawal threshold to ₱1 million

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has increased the cash withdrawal threshold that triggers enhanced due diligence (EDD) from ₱500,000 to ₱1 million, effective under BSP Circular No. 1230 issued on February 27, 2026.

Maynilad eyes 20% NRW via P7.7B push

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. is stepping up efforts to cut water losses, targeting Non-Revenue Water (NRW) levels of 25 percent by 2027 and 20 percent by 2030. The move aligns with regulatory commitments and long-term goals for reliable, sustainable service in Metro Manila’s West Zone.

BSP highlights wildlife on new banknotes

In celebration of World Wildlife Day, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is featuring the country’s unique wildlife and flora on its new First Philippine Polymer Banknote Series, emphasizing Filipinos’ role as stewards of nature.

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NFA boosts rice stocks, advances modernization at 54

The National Food Authority is ramping up rice procurement, distribution, and facility upgrades as it marks 54 years, with Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. affirming the agency’s vital role in steady, affordable rice supply for Filipinos.

NTC fines 3 Telcos over poor Metro Manila broadband service 

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has launched enforcement proceedings against the country’s three major mobile network operators, imposing daily fines of P100,000 each over persistently poor mobile broadband performance in parts of Metro Manila.

UK Trade Minister visits Jollibee in BGC

UK Trade Minister Anas Sarwar visited Jollibee’s BGC Triangle Drive store in Taguig City this week, as part of his official trip to the Philippines.

East Asian languages catch fire in Indonesia

Indonesia ranks among Duolingo’s five fastest-growing global markets by daily active user growth, reflecting huge national demand for language learning. CEO Luis von Ahn confirmed this during talks with Indonesian creator Raditya Dika at Duolingo’s New York office, saying “We’re very interested in the Indonesian market” and highlighting plans to expand English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other language courses for local users.
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