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    DA chief orders swift assistance for storm-affected areas

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has directed officer-in-charge undersecretary for operations Roger Navarro and Undersecretary Chris Morales, who oversees the country’s National Rice Program, to immediately visit areas devastated by Tropical Storm Crising and the Southwest Monsoon to provide urgent support to affected farmers and fisherfolk.

    Synergy Grid director quits after appointment as ERC chief

    Synergy Grid & Development Phils. Inc., the controlling stakeholder in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), announced that independent director Atty. Francis Saturnino C. Juan has stepped down from its board following his appointment as the new Chairperson of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).

    Meralco intensifies full restoration efforts amid bad weather

    Meralco has significantly reduced the number of customers experiencing power interruptions caused by recent inclement weather, thanks to continuous round-the-clock restoration work by its personnel.

    BDO hosts Kyoto business delegation to boost PH-Japan ties

    BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) has reinforced its commitment to supporting foreign investors by hosting a delegation from the Kyoto Employers Association (KEA) at BDO Makati.

    APECO revives P800M in legacy projects

    The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) has successfully revived and advanced long-abandoned infrastructure projects collectively valued at nearly P800 million, marking a significant turnaround for the special economic zone under the leadership of its president and CEO Gil G. Taway IV.

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    Airlines ordered to refund, waive fees for typhoon-disrupted flights

    Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has announced that airlines must provide full refunds and waive rebooking fees for passengers who cancel flights due to Typhoon Opong. This directive follows a mandate from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to support travelers affected by the storm.

    AI workshop empowers public school educators

    Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. and the TELUS Digital Philippines Community Board conducted a three-day workshop aimed at equipping public school teachers with practical skills in artificial intelligence (AI), as part of their Empowering Educators Year 2 program.

    Philippine Airlines to launch direct Cebu–Guam flights starting December 2025

    Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced Friday the launch of a new international route connecting Cebu and Guam with nonstop flights beginning December 16, 2025. The thrice-weekly service will be the only direct air link between the two destinations, enhancing connectivity between the central Philippines and the U.S. Pacific territory.

    Globe wraps up Nando relief, mobilizes for Opong

    Globe has completed full network restoration in areas impacted by Super Typhoon Nando, while ongoing assessments and restoration efforts are underway in communities now affected by Typhoon Opong.
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