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DA seeks P216-B budget boost for food security

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Wednesday urged senators to back the proposed P216.1-billion budget for the Department of Agriculture (DA) for 2026, calling it a crucial investment in food security and the welfare of farmers and fisherfolk.

Top Line reclassifies 800M shore for funding flexibility

Top Line Business Development Corp. said its board of directors has approved the reclassification of 800 million unissued common shares into preferred shares, both with a par value of P0.10 per share.

From scraps to supper: SM hotels close the loop

At first glance, these are just like any other hotel kitchen: gleaming countertops, sizzling pans, chefs in crisp whites. But peek behind the swinging doors of several institutions of SM Hotels and Conventions Corp., and you will find something quietly revolutionary simmering—yesterday’s leftovers becoming tomorrow’s harvest.

Mets cold storage shifts to RE with First Gen

Mets Cold Storage Services, Inc. has signed a supply agreement with First Gen Corp. to shift its cold storage facility in Cagayan de Oro to renewable energy, marking a major move toward sustainable operations.

Jobless rate slightly improves in August

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Tuesday reported a slight improvement in the country's labor market in August 2025, with the unemployment rate easing to 3.9 percent from 4 percent in the same month last year. 

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7 Filipinos hurt in Saudi attacks

Seven Filipino workers were injured in attacks across Saudi Arabia, with three in critical condition, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Monday, October 19.

St. Luke’s Global City performs first SAPIEN 3 valve implant

St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has successfully performed its first native balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN 3 heart valve implantation, expanding minimally invasive treatment options for Filipino patients with severe heart valve disease.

DOTr expands Siargao Airport, upgrades ports to boost tourism

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is improving connectivity to Siargao Island through an expanded airport passenger terminal and upgraded port facilities, aiming to accommodate growing tourism demand and provide travelers with better air and sea transport options.

NPC, Globe boost child online safety against AI misuse

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and Globe Telecom are strengthening efforts to protect Filipino children from online privacy risks and promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
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