Prime Energy backs continued development of indigenous natgas
Prime Energy Resources Development B.V. has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the country's energy independence through the continued development of indigenous natural gas resources, particularly from the Malampaya gas field.
Gold futures breach USD4,000 amid global turmoil
Gold futures surged past USD4,000 per ounce for the first time, extending a historic rally as escalating global uncertainty drives investors toward traditional safe-haven assets.
Buses now allowed to stop at NIA Road
Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has ordered the issuance of special permits for 268 buses operating from Sapang Palay to Fairview, allowing them to pick up and drop off passengers at NIA Road in Quezon City.
TDK taps Aboitiz for Laguna solar power project
Aboitiz Upgrade Solar Inc. (AUSI), a renewable energy affiliate of Aboitiz Power Corp., has partnered with electronics manufacturer TDK Philippines Corp. (TPC) to install a 5.65-megawatt-peak (MWp) rooftop solar PV system across two TPC facilities in Laguna.
President Marcos names DOJ’s Remulla as Ombudsman
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed Secretary of Justice Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla as the new Ombudsman, succeeding former President Rodrigo Duterte-appointee Samuel R. Martires whose term ended in July. Remulla, who has served Justice Secretary since 2022, is known for pushing reforms to modernize the justice system and fight corruption. With decades of experience as a legislator and lawyer, he is expected to uphold transparency and accountability. The Marcos administration has reiterated its zero-tolerance of corruption. Ombudsman, the government’s primary graft buster, serves a single 7-year term and can only be removed through impeachment for offenses such as treason, bribery, graft and corruption, or betrayal of public trust.
