Gold lifts mineral production despite nickel slump
The country's metallic mineral production increased by 15.1 percent in the first half of 2025, reaching ₱135.62 billion, up from ₱117.78 billion in the same period last year, according to a preliminary report released by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) on Monday.
DA intensifies anti-smuggling drive, urges law reforms for stronger enforcement
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ramped up efforts to combat agricultural smuggling, with P3.78 billion worth of illegal goods seized since January 2024. However, DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. told the Senate that enforcement gaps in the current law are hindering progress.
DPWH officials ordered to resign in massive clean-up drive
Newly appointed Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered all Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials—from undersecretaries to district engineers—to submit courtesy resignations, following a directive from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. aimed at cleaning up the agency amid reports of corruption and ghost projects.
Suntrust acquires 20% stake in Entertainment City Resorts
Suntrust Resort Holdings Inc. announced on Monday the acquisition of an indirect 20 percent ownership stake in Entertainment City Resorts Corp. (ECRC) as part of a collaboration aimed at accelerating the development of the Westside Integrated Resort Project in Parañaque City.
PLDT launches PH’s first over-the-air laser internet option
PLDT Inc. is set to activate the Philippines’ first three Google Taara laser communication sites, introducing a cutting-edge technology that delivers fiber-like internet speeds without the need for undersea or underground cables.
