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Transparency on Trial: ICI to livestream hearings amid public outcry

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is opening its floodgates—digitally. Soon, the commission will livestream its proceedings, bowing to public pressure for transparency that has swelled louder than the floods the controversial infrastructure projects failed to contain.

Alternergy, ABC Energy seal P2.4B deal

Renewable energy pioneer Alternergy Holdings Corp. has entered into a P2.4 billion co-investment agreement with ABC Energy Inc., the energy holding firm of A...

ERC clears P1.87-B transmission line for Bataan coal plant

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Mariveles Power Generation Corp.’s application to build and operate a ₱1.87-billion transmission line linking its 1,200-megawatt coal-fired power plant in Bataan to the Luzon Grid.

Oil prices spike as US sanctions Russian oil giants

Crude oil prices surged to a two-week high on Thursday after the US slapped sanctions on Russian energy giants Rosneft and Lukoil, along with dozens of their subsidiaries—a move aimed at cutting off a key source of funding for the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine.

Intel shares rise as AI demand powers rebound

Shares of Intel Corp. climbed 3.4 percent on Thursday after the chipmaker reported a return to profitability, driven by stronger sales in its core...

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When Manny meets Kiko: Pacquiao, DA chief join forces to fight poverty 

National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) Secretary and Lead Convenor Manny Pacquiao is joining forces with Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. to strengthen government efforts to alleviate poverty, particularly among farmers and fisherfolk, who remain among the country’s most economically vulnerable sectors.

Business groups push back on proposed 200% beverage tax hike

Business groups and tax experts are urging the government to rethink a proposed more-than-200 percent hike in sweetened beverage excise taxes, warning that steep increases could squeeze consumers, hurt small businesses and fail to deliver the expected revenue and public health gains.

Lenovo unveils new AI PCs – performance without the premium price

Lenovo has expanded its Personal AI vision with a new consumer device portfolio that brings smarter, connected AI experiences alongside bold, style-focused designs — all at accessible price points.

Globe Platinum rethinks iPhone 18 launch with intimate dining events

Globe Platinum has reimagined the traditional crowded iPhone launch experience, rolling out intimate, simultaneous midnight unboxing events across Manila, Cebu, and Davao ahead of the nationwide iPhone 18 release.
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