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    New Earth breaks ground on Iloilo water project

    New Earth Water System Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Boracay Tubi System, Inc. (BTSI), has officially broken ground on the New Earth Iloilo Water Supply Project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at addressing Iloilo’s growing demand for clean, reliable water.

    Manila Water rolls out October desludging drive

    Manila Water on Tuesday announced its October schedule for septic tank cleaning in 22 barangays across the East Zone of Metro Manila and parts of Rizal, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote safe sanitation and environmental protection.

    Cebu quake exposes structural, systemic fault lines

    The recent 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Bogo City, Cebu on September 30, offers more than just a regional wake-up call—it delivers a national warning.

    BPI leads in digital SME banking

    The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has been recognized as the Best Small Business Banking Service at The Asian Banker Philippines Excellence in Retail Finance and Financial Technology Awards 2025.

    September inflation accelerates, still below BSP target

    Headline inflation in the Philippines quickened to 1.7 percent in September, the fastest pace since March, as rising transport, food, and restaurant costs drove up consumer prices, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Tuesday.

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    Philippines Jan-Sep tourist arrivals slip

    Foreign tourist arrivals to the Philippines fell by 2.4 percent in the first nine months of the year, reaching 4.33 million, according to data from the Department of Tourism. The decline was largely driven by a sharp drop in visitors from South Korea and China.

    Network restoration hits 100% in quake-hit areas

    Globe Telecom has activated its emergency response teams in the wake of a magnitude 7.6 earthquake that struck offshore Davao Oriental on October 10. The powerful tremor, felt across the Davao Region and nearby provinces, triggered evacuations and temporary suspension of operations in several areas.

    GSIS loan launch attracts thousands on day one

    The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) received a surge of applications on October 10, the first day of its Digital Ginhawa Loan program, with 21,418 government employees applying for a total of ₱1.258 billion in loans via the GSIS Touch mobile app.

    BDO Kabayan Facebook Page wins at 21st Philippine Quill Awards

    BDO Unibank Inc.’s BDO Kabayan Facebook Page was honored for Excellence in Social Media Strategy at the 21st Philippine Quill Awards, recognizing its role in supporting overseas Filipinos (OFs) through reliable and accessible financial information.
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