RSSI infestation in Visayas sugarcane farms widens
The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) on Thursday reported that the red-striped soft scale insect (RSSI) infestation in Visayan sugarcane fields has expandedw to 1,505 hectares, an 11.5 percent increase from 1,350 hectares five days prior. The pest, primarily affecting Negros Occidental, Iloilo, Capiz, and Negros Oriental, is known to slash sugar content by up to 50 percent.
Aboitiz takes over MCIA IFM
Aboitiz Construction has formally launched its Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), in a landmark partnership with Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation (ACAC), operator of the country’s second busiest airport.
Basketball Without Borders Asia 2025 Tips Off in Singapore
The NBA and FIBA kicked off the opening day of Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Asia on Thursday, June 19, at the Singapore Basketball Centre.
BSP cuts key rate by 25bps as inflation outlook eases
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reduced its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on Thursday, as the monetary board responded to a more favorable inflation outlook and signs of slowing global economic activity.
Toll suspension ordered at NLEX Marilao Interchange
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered NLEX Corp. to immediately suspend toll collection at the northbound segment of the Marilao Interchange on the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) until all four lanes are fully operational.
