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Smart boosts digital linkage program in Union Bank credit card promo

Smart Communications Inc. has partnered with the Union Bank of the Philippines to bring more exclusive rewards to subscribers with their new UnionBank credit card.

‘It’s the cost of fuel, stupid’

The Department of Transportation on Friday ruled out any connection between the government's public utility vehicle modernization program and its alleged impact on the transport minimum fare rising by P50 at some point, saying the notion has absolutely no basis. 

Economic managers remain vigilant over inflation risks despite December deceleration

Inflation in December decelerated to 3.9 percent, its slowest pace since February 2022, but economic managers remain on their toes, with risks posed by El Nino weather event on prices agricultural commodities, particularly rice.

D&L Industries unit welcomes DOE circular on biodiesel blend hike

Chemrez Technologies Inc., the country’s largest biodiesel manufacturer, welcomed the publication of the draft circular issued by Department of Energy that lays down the guidelines on biofuel blend implementation, albeit delayed by a decade.

US plans $162 million award to Microchip Technology to boost production

The U.S. Commerce Department said on Thursday it plans to award Microchip Technology $162 million in government grants to step up U.S. production of semiconductors and microcontroller units (MCUs) key to the consumer and defense industries.

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RCBC, SSS launch digital loan access push

Rizal Commercial Banking Corp, (RCBC), the banking unit of the Yuchengco Group, and the state-owned pension fund Social Security System (SSS) are rolling out a new digital microloan offering aimed at expanding access to affordable credit while curbing reliance on informal lenders.

Earth Hour 2026: DENR urges Filipinos to act as heat, floods, and power costs rise

As extreme heat, worsening floods, and rising electricity bills continue to affect households, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is urging Filipinos to take part in Earth Hour as a simple but meaningful step toward protecting the environment.

NAIA expects over 1.35 million travelers during Holy Week rush

The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) is expecting more than 1.35 million passengers to pass through Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) during the Holy Week travel period from March 28 to April 5.

Meralco steps up wire clearing in Antipolo ahead of Holy Week

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has intensified its wire-clearing operations near Antipolo Cathedral in preparation for Holy Week.
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