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74 firms eye MRT-3 upgrade and operational deal

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said 74 local and international companies from 14 countries have shown interest in taking over and upgrading Metro Manila’s MRT-3 line through a public-private partnership (PPP) project.

Potable wayer reaches remote Butbut tribe in Kalinga

A new water system project has finally brought potable water closer to families in Barangay Butbut Proper, easing the long-standing burden of collecting water from distant sources.

Scam crackdown urged as digital fraud surges 

The Consumer Lending Association of the Philippines (CLAP) has pushed for tougher enforcement of the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act and a shift from a largely defensive stance to a more aggressive, coordinated campaign against financial fraud as digital transactions and online scams continue to rise nationwide.

DLSU economists warn of sharper Philippine slowdown

Researchers from De La Salle University have sharply downgraded their outlook for the Philippine economy, warning that rising energy costs, geopolitical tensions, and weak investment activity could drag growth to just 3.11 percent in 2026.

FedEx breaks ground on major Clark expansion

Federal Express Corp. (FedEx) has broken ground on the expansion of its Clark gateway facility, doubling down on the Philippines as a key logistics and trans-shipment hub in Asia amid booming cross-border trade and e-commerce demand. 

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Gov’t launches “The Philippines by Foot” campaign to promote mindful walk tourism

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has partnered with the Primer Group of Companies to launch "The Philippines by Foot," a new initiative positioning the country as a top destination for walking and mindful travel.

DA orders destruction of abandoned imported onion

A massive shipment of imported onions left abandoned at the Manila International Container Port (MICP) is now set for disposal after laboratory tests confirmed the cargo poses health risks, intensifying government action against deteriorating perishable imports clogging port facilities.

Sapu Masla River: From degraded waterway to revitalized lifeline

Once a vital source of food and livelihood for communities in Malapatan, Sarangani, the Sapu Masla River had deteriorated due to poor waste management and slash-and-burn farming practices. Uncontrolled soil erosion from deforested uplands carried silt downstream, turning waters murky, increasing flood risks, and threatening local livelihoods.

Meralco, PNP renew pact to fight power theft and facility pilferage

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco), led by Manuel V. Pangilinan, and the Philippine National Police (PNP) have reaffirmed their partnership to stop the theft and pilferage of power facilities and materials across Meralco’s service area.
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