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Creative economy still has room to grow 

The Philippines is capturing only a fraction of the value of its creative economy despite the sector already accounting for about 7.6 percent of gross domestic product, according to Isla Lipana & Co./PwC Philippines.

DA – PhilRice honors Alex Eala with a rice-field tribute in Nueva Ecija

Alex Eala has conquered tennis courts around the world. Now, she has made her mark on a rice field.

Meralco urges smarter grids as energy system evolves

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is pushing for electricity distribution to be treated as strategic national infrastructure as rooftop solar, battery storage, and electric vehicles reshape how power is produced, delivered, and consumed.

Philippines to unlock financing, markets for ASEAN MSMEs

The Philippines will launch five regional initiatives to expand financing, market access, mentorship, and digital support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as it hosts the ASEAN MSME Summit on Sept. 21 in Pasay City.

MaxiLife rebrands as Maxicare Insurance in healthcare push

MaxiLife has rebranded as Maxicare Insurance as the Maxicare Group moves to integrate healthcare services with life and financial protection, expanding beyond its traditional health maintenance organization (HMO) business.

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Davao farmers rise from low-value crops to global cacao acclaim 

Farmers in Barangay Saloy, Calinan, once struggled with unstable earnings from corn and banana, with idle cogon-covered land offering little hope for better lives. Today, their shift to high-quality cacao agroforestry backed by government and private support has lifted their livelihoods, restored forests, and earned international recognition for their produce.

One Meralco Foundation supports 300 San Juan pupils

More than 300 elementary students in San Juan City received school supplies and access to new reading spaces as the One Meralco Foundation (OMF) expanded its Balik Eskwela program to Salapan Integrated School.

Just as we brace for rains, we can also plan for life’s biggest uncertainties

When storms approach, Filipino families instinctively act: umbrellas within reach, supplies checked, gadgets charged, and disruptions anticipated. It is a proven habit—when the future is unclear, being ready changes everything.

Security Bank boosts coastal environment work in La Union 

As part of its 75th anniversary and Project MITHI’s second year, Security Bank and partners planted nearly 500 mangrove seedlings in Barangay Bungro, moving toward a 7,500-seedling target this year. The event included environmental education for children and financial literacy training for adults to strengthen community resilience.
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