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World Bank funds US$70M climate-linked risk mitigation program for farmers

The World Bank is backing a five-year, USD70 million initiative to create a co-insurance pool that will cushion Philippine agriculture from escalating climate-related risks.

DOE hails GEA4 success with over 9,400 MW renewable energy commitments

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the successful auction of 9,423.622 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy (RE) capacity under the fourth round of the Green Energy Auction Program (GEA4), securing 88 percent of the 10,653 MW installation target.

ZTE delivers double-digit growth in 1H, driven by AI and innovation push

ZTE Corp., a global leader in integrated ICT solutions, has reported a 14.5 percent year-on-year increase in revenue to RMB 71.55 billion, or P568 billion, for the first half of 2025, underpinned by accelerating AI-ICT integration and robust growth across diversified business lines.

Alex Eala claims historic WTA 125 crown

Alex Eala does not win quietly. She wins with storms, with reversals, with the kind of defiance that makes even empty stadiums feel full.

Philippine innovation reshapes global teacher training

Far Eastern University (FEU), through its affiliated non-profit Foundation for Information Technology Education and Development (FIT-ED), is at the forefront of a global movement to transform teacher development, originating from its Morayta campus in Manila and now influencing education systems in 29 countries across the Global South.

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DA backs hog raisers with import restrictions and tariff reform support 

Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has pledged strong support for Filipino hog raisers suffering from steep financial losses caused by cheap foreign pork and dropping farmgate prices.

Fuel prices split again: gasoline drops while diesel spikes 

Consumers and business owners face another week of contrasting fuel prices as global supply tensions continue to ripple through local pumps. Gasoline prices are projected to decrease by up to ₱1.00 per liter, offering mild relief to private motorists, while diesel prices are expected to rise significantly by up to ₱3.00 per liter, according to estimates from Jetti Petroleum.

DigiPlus plans up to 60 new games next year, pushes local content and original franchises 

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. aims to launch as many as 60 new games next year, expanding its lineup as competition heats up in the Philippine online gaming space. The company is also stepping up its focus on original, locally developed titles rather than relying on foreign content, setting it apart from many industry peers.

Analog TV in Mega Manila to shut down November 22

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has confirmed analog television broadcasts in Mega Manila will officially cease on November 22, 2026, marking a major milestone in the country’s shift to digital TV. Deputy Commissioner Alvin Blanco said the target date is firm, and that television networks have been preparing public service announcements and information materials to help people get ready for the change.
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