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SC rejects Senator Dela Rosa’s TRO plea

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The Supreme Court, by a vote of 9-5, with one abstention, denied Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa’s plea for a temporary restraining order (TRO). Senator dela Rosa earlier sought to block the Department of Interior and Local Government, Department of Justice, Philippine National Police, Armed Forces, and other agencies from arresting him under any International Criminal Court warrant, Interpol red notice, or foreign judicial action without a Philippine court order. The ruling addresses only interim relief; main case issues remain pending, with full opinions to be released May 25.

Alsons Power turns Sarangani diesel plant into 98.7 MW solar facility

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Alsons Power has announced a major shift toward green energy by converting its 55-megawatt (MW) diesel power plant in Alabel, Sarangani, into a 98.7-megawatt solar power facility.

Globe bolsters Philippine ASEAN 2026 hosting with major connectivity push

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The Philippines successfully hosted the first quarter of the 2026 ASEAN-related events backed by a massive digital infrastructure push from telecom giant Globe, marking a significant milestone in public-private collaboration for national development. Working in tight coordination with the Department of Information and Communications Technology, the National Telecommunications Commission, and the ASEAN National Organizing Council, Globe proactively deployed free mobile signal enhancements, optimized network capacities, and rolled out targeted 5G coverage across key venues in Metro Manila, Cebu, Bohol, Iloilo, and Boracay. This nationwide initiative ensured that international delegates, organizers, and media experienced seamless, high-speed communication throughout the high-profile regional summits.

Most Filipinos lack emergency savings despite rising financial literacy

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A stark divide has emerged between what Filipinos know about money and how much they have actually saved, prompting proactive workplace interventions. According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas 2025 Consumer Finance and Inclusion Survey, basic financial literacy among Filipino adults has risen to 74 percent, up from 69 percent in 2021. However, this knowledge has not yet translated into financial security, as a worrying 30 percent of Filipinos report having enough savings to weather an emergency or sudden income loss, and fewer than half are satisfied with their current financial state.

PLDT secure indigenous approval for Palawan undersea cable project

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Telecom giant PLDT Inc. has officially secured the backing of the Tagbanua Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICC) for its new undersea fiber-optic project, clearing a major path to boost internet reliability across Palawan.
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Visayas grid under yellow alert; think tank urges decentralized power setup

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The Visayas grid remained under yellow alert from 4 to 8 p.m. today, marking the eighth day this month the alert has been raised, with red alerts also triggered earlier in May. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines reported low power reserves: available capacity stood at 2,692 MW against a peak demand of 2,503 MW. The strain stems from multiple long-term plant shutdowns—some inactive since as early as 2021—and 15 plants running below full capacity. Major facilities out of service include two units of Therma Visayas Inc. and a plant owned by Meralco Power Gen Corp., together making up over half of the unavailable supply.

SEC revokes broker’s license over fraudulent practices

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has canceled the registration of Mount Peak Securities Inc. as a broker-dealer due to serious violations of securities laws, including fake financial reports, use of dummy accounts, and forged client documents. This development helps protect investors and upholds integrity in the local capital market.

ACEN JV, Ocean Sun sign MOU for floating solar project in Asia

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ACEN-Silverwolf Pte Ltd, a joint venture of ACEN Renewables International and Silverwolf Capital, has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Ocean Sun AS to explore rolling out floating solar technology across key Asian markets. Disclosed recently, the agreement sets the stage for a potential formal partnership focused on building large-scale solar installations on freshwater reservoirs and inland water bodies, pending necessary approvals and final contracts. This collaboration combines ACEN-Silverwolf’s strong regional renewable energy experience with Ocean Sun’s patented, specialized technology designed for efficiency and durability in freshwater settings. The deal is significant as it supports ACEN’s broader goal of reaching 20,000 MW of renewable capacity by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, while advancing cost-effective clean energy solutions across the region.

AIIB lends $300M to ICTSI for Philippine port projects

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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD300 million senior unsecured corporate loan to International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), marking its first non-sovereign-backed deal in the Philippines and signaling rising investor confidence in the country’s logistics infrastructure.
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