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Universal Robina Corporation (URC) has appointed Anna Milagros “Mian” D. David as the first president of its branded consumer foods (BCF) business in the Philippines.

House of Representatives’ members, especially those backing the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, acknowledged their action will become a key election issue. They believe the May polls will serve as a referendum on their stance against the VP. Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong admitted the political fallout, especially as a Mindanao representative, but emphasized that public service takes precedence over politics. “This is a value judgment call,” he said. 1-Rider Partylist Rep. Rodge Gutierrez stressed lawmakers' constitutional duty to pursue impeachment, regardless of popularity. Iloilo Rep. Lorenz Defensor vowed to educate his constituents on the need to impeach the VP.

D&L Industries Inc., a listed investment holding company, sees significant opportunities for growth amid an evolving global trade marked by shifting tariff and trade tensions, particularly for companies that can adapt quickly to these changes. 

The Bureau of Customs announced Thursday the seizure of approximately P2.64 billion worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, concealed in a shipment at the Port of Manila. The shipment, which was declared to contain Crispo vermicelli and Rafhan custard sauce, arrived from Pakistan and was consigned to Redshinting Consumer Goods Trading.

SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM Group, has been honored with the "Philippine Capital Market Deal of the Year" award by International Financing Review Asia (IFR Asia) for its successful issuance of a USD500 million five-year bond in 2024.