Anko expands to Laguna, Cavite; Philippine store count reaches 9
Australian home and lifestyle brand Anko is growing its footprint across the Philippines, opening three new locations before the end of 2026 and expanding beyond Metro Manila for the first time since its 2024 launch.
Calabarzon leads 2026 ecozone additions; 46 projects draw P141.2B
The Marcos administration has approved 46 special economic zones since taking office, with the developments projected to draw P141.2 billion in investments and generate about 189,000 jobs, although new ecozone activity this year remains heavily concentrated in Calabarzon.
Estate Water puts desalination expertise forward to boost water security in climate-hit areas
Estate Water, the non-East Zone arm of Manila Water, is stepping up its range of water solutions with a new seawater desalination plant at Ayala Land’s Lio Tourism Estate in Palawan.
Filipino masterpieces get smart lighting makeover at PICC
Japanese smart lighting technology is being installed at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) to illuminate four major Filipino artworks, combining modern lighting controls with heritage preservation ahead of the country’s hosting of the 49th ASEAN Summit.
Gov’t eyes LGU fund realignment as El Niño threatens farms, water supply
The government is weighing a realignment of Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) allocations to channel more money toward provinces, cities and municipalities facing the greatest risks from a potentially very strong El Niño, with drought impacts expected to intensify by January 2027.
