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Ombudsman denies labeling DA, NFA as most corrupt agencies

Ombudsman Samuel Martires has clarified that he did not label the Department of Agriculture (DA) or its attached agency, the National Food Authority (NFA), as the most corrupt government entities. Martires said that his earlier remarks had been taken out of context.

BOC seizes P1.2 B in vape, counterfeit goods in Malabon warehouse

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Wednesday seized P1.2 billion worth of illicit goods, including counterfeit shoes, bags, cosmetics, and disposable vape brands, from a warehouse in Malabon. The items were found in Barangay Tanong, Malabon, following an investigation prompted by a Letter of Authority issued by BOC Commissioner Bien Rubio.

Globe Business partners with SPAVI

Globe Business has entered into a strategic partnership with Shakey's Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (SPAVI) to upgrade its order management system, aiming to streamline operations, reduce errors, and enhance service delivery across its growing network. T

Over 10,000 MW in RE investments at stake in GEA-4

The Department of Energy (DOE) on Wednesday released the terms of reference for the fourth round of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-4), offering up to 10,478 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy (RE) projects.

SC Denies Duterte Camp’s Request for TRO Against ICC Arrest

The Supreme Court on Wednesday denied the petition of former President Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Ronald Dela Rosa to immediately halt their arrest following warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity related to Duterte’s controversial war on drugs.  “After a virtual deliberation on the 94-page petition, the Court found that the petitioners failed to establish a clear and unmistakable right for the immediate issuance of a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)," the Court said in a statement. The Court also directed Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and other respondents to comment on the TRO request within 10 days. Duterte was arrested Tuesday and has been flown to The Hague in the Netherlands, where the ICC is based.

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NGCP raises yellow alert over Visayas grid for seventh time this month

The Visayas power grid was placed under a yellow alert today, Tuesday, marking the seventh alert issued in the region this month due to ongoing power plant outages and reduced electricity supply.

NGCP gets ERC nod for Laoag power stability project

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines’ (NGCP) proposed P2.79-billion Laoag power quality improvement project in Ilocos Norte.

TPB secures ₱339.76 million in tourism leads from India roadshow

The Philippines generated ₱339.76 million in sales leads after a three-city tourism sales mission in India following its participation in the Outbound Travel Market (OTM) 2026 in Mumbai.

Foreign reserves stay strong at $104.3 billion despite April payments gap

The country’s foreign currency reserves remained strong at the end of April 2026, even as the country recorded a wider gap between money flowing in and out of the economy.
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