Philippine population growth falls to historic low in 2024
Despite alarming spikes in teenage pregnancies, the Philippines’ population growth has plunged below 1 percent in 2024—probably its lowest rate since World War II—threatening to erode what has long been its most potent economic force: its people power.
SCCI expands fleet with P129M equipment boost
Scheirman Construction Consolidated Inc. (SCCI), one of the country's leading construction firms, has deployed P129 million worth of new heavy equipment to accelerate project delivery and expand its nationwide footprint.
Bright Kindle unit secures SEC nod for capital hike, acquisition
Bright Kindle Resources & Investments Inc. (BKR), a listed investment holding company, said it secured Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approval for two key corporate developments involving its subsidiary, Brightstar Holdings & Development Inc. (BHDI).
P750-M shabu seizure sparks tighter customs oversight
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has intercepted P749.63 million worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, at the Manila International Container Port (MICP), a major anti-smuggling breakthrough that may have broader implications for fiscal enforcement and trade monitoring. Acting on credible intelligence, the BOC flagged a 40-foot container falsely declared as balikbayan boxes. Upon inspection, authorities discovered over 110 kilograms of shabu hidden in four boxes.
GSIS, Dragonpay seal deal expand digital payment access for members
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has partnered with leading digital payment solutions provider Dragonpay to expand electronic payment options for its members and pensioners, formalized through a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signed on Wednesday.
