The Department of Agriculture, through the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA), has joined forces with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to fast-track the rehabilitation of Bicol’s abaca industry after Super Typhoon Uwan left the region’s signature crop in ruins.
Tanduay, the world’s top-selling rum brand, has officially introduced Andrea Brillantes as its 2026 Tanduay Calendar Girl during a star-studded event at The Elements in Eton Centris. The reveal marks a new chapter for the long-running calendar tradition—one that now puts authenticity and empowerment at the forefront.
Negros Electric and Power Corp. is close to fully restoring electricity across Central Negros after Typhoons Tino and Uwan, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). As of 6 p.m. on November 17, 2025, power has been restored to more than 92 percent of the 244,915 affected customers.
Manila Water is expanding its footprint in Latin America with a deal to acquire a majority stake in Mexican water utility Agua de Puebla. The company’s international arm, Manila Water Asia Pacific, signed a binding term sheet to buy 74.85 percent of the firm from two shareholders, Creando Estructuras and Agua de México.
The Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) has welcomed Taiwan’s plan to set up its first cross-border recruitment center in the Philippines, a move that could reshape how Filipino workers access overseas jobs and how much they pay to get there.
The Philippine information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) industry is set to notch another banner year, with employment projected to reach 1.9 million and export revenues expected to hit USD40 billion in 2025, according to the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP).
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) reminded the public to observe electrical safety as New Year celebrations draw near, warning that careless use of fireworks and overloaded electrical connections could lead to accidents and power interruptions.
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday rejected what he called baseless and malicious claims by Rep. Leandro Leviste that he approved budget “insertions” or “allocable” funds for flood control projects.