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Agri stakeholders raise red flag on looming U.S. export tariff

Agricultural stakeholders are sounding the alarm over the looming imposition of a 20 percent tariff on exports to the United States, urging the government to adopt a strategic and cautious approach amid fears of disproportionate trade concessions and domestic market disruptions.

Ayala welcomes 100 global interns for 2025 Summer Program

The Ayala Group has launched its 2025 Summer Internship Program (AGSIP), welcoming 100 students from 20 schools across the Philippines, the UK, the US, and Canada for a six-week immersion designed to equip them with real-world experience and instill a values-driven approach to leadership.

EDC eyes 13.5 MW boost for Negros geothermal plant

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has scheduled a public scoping on 23 July 2025 for the proposed 13.5 MW expansion of the Palinpinon 1 geothermal plant in Valencia, Negros Oriental.

Southstar Drug hits 700 stores in 88th year

Southstar Drug has reached a major milestone, opening its 700th branch at UP Diliman as it marks its 88th year of service—underscoring a quiet but impactful journey from a single pharmacy in Bicol to a national network championing accessible healthcare.

Space tech to aid power delivery in remote PH areas

The National Power Corp. (NPC) has signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) to harness space technology for managing and monitoring off-grid power systems across the country.

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Isuzu climbs to third in Philippine customer experience survey 

For a vehicle buyer, the relationship with a carmaker does not end when the keys are handed over. If anything, the real test begins when the first maintenance bill arrives or something needs fixing.

Metrobank introduces AI chatbot Ask Earnest in boost to Filipino financial literacy

The Metropolitan Bank and Trust company (Metrobank) has launched Ask Earnest, an AI‑powered chatbot answering everyday money questions as the bank expands its long‑term financial literacy advocacy for Filipinos.

Cybersecurity council gives organizations 30 days to plug security gaps 

The Cybersecurity Council of the Philippines (CSCP) is giving government agencies, businesses, schools, and local governments a 30-day wake-up call to check their digital defenses, warning that cyberattacks are escalating faster than many organizations can respond.

Microsoft outage disrupts Outlook, Teams, and 365 services

Microsoft’s Outlook, Teams, and other 365 services suffered a widespread outage that stretched from Thursday into Friday, disrupting access to email, collaboration tools, and cloud-based applications across several regions.
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