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    DA orders audit of farm-to-market roads

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has ordered a full audit of all farm-to-market road (FMR) projects from 2021 to 2025, echoing President Marcos’ call for accountability amid flood control project controversies.

    DigiPlus, PhilFirst launch player surety bond

    DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the digital entertainment company behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, has partnered with Philippine First Insurance Co. Inc. (PhilFirst) to launch the country’s first-ever surety bond program for online gaming players.

    Fed cuts rates, signals more reductions ahead 

    The U.S. Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday (Thursday, Manila time), bringing the federal funds target range to 4.00–4.25 percent. The decision comes amid signs of slowing job gains, persistent inflation, and moderating economic growth.

    Balancing Bets: PAGCOR’s high-stakes gamble on trust

    The Philippine gaming industry finds itself in a curious bind—riding the wave of digital innovation with one hand, while trying to put out moral fires with the other.

    Argentina poultry imports banned over bird flu outbreak

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has temporarily banned the importation of domestic and wild birds, including poultry products, from Argentina due to a confirmed outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).

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    RCBC Credit Cards launches Travel Fair 2025 with exclusive deals, prizes

    RCBC Credit Cards is inviting cardholders to plan their next big adventure at the RCBC Travel Fair 2025, happening November 13 to 16 at the South Wing Atrium of GH Mall. This year’s theme, “Adventure Unlimited,” highlights exclusive travel deals, raffle prizes, and special perks for RCBC cardholders—perfect for those planning trips through October 2026.

    SMFB posts 11% profit growth in first nine months

    San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) reported a consolidated net income of ₱33.7 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 11 percent year-on-year, driven by strong performances across its food, beer, and spirits divisions.

    Typhoon-damaged Naga–Legazpi train line operations suspended

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Monday that train services along the Naga–Legazpi route have been temporarily suspended after a bridge was damaged by the super typhoon that hit on November 9.

    Fuel prices up again except for kerosene

    Motorists will face another round of fuel price hikes starting Tuesday morning, with oil firms announcing increases of ₱0.50 per liter for gasoline and ₱1.00 per liter for diesel.
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