DOE moves to modernize small-scale coal mining
The Department of Energy (DOE) is updating the country's small-scale coal \mining (SSCM) program, aiming to make it more structured, transparent, and environmentally responsible. The agency said the draft framework introduces clearer rules on health and safety, labor protection, environmental safeguards, and operational accountability.
Meralco upgrades Laguna Substation to boost power reliability
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has completed upgrades to its Calamba 230 kV-115 kV substation to improve electricity reliability for parts of Laguna and Batangas.
PLDT, Smart on alert to keep connectivity amid #TinoPH
As Tropical Cyclone Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) brings heavy rains and strong winds to parts of the Philippines, PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. assured customers that their teams are prepared to maintain vital connectivity.
52M credentials exposed as cyberattacks spike in PH
The Philippines recorded a 49 percent increase in data breaches in the third quarter of 2025, exposing more than 52 million credentials in just three months, according to Viettel Cyber Security, one of Asia’s leading cybersecurity firms.
PNB and PAL renew co-brand partnership
The Philippine National Bank, a subsidiary of LT Group, Inc., and the Philippine Airlines (PAL), under PAL Holdings, Inc., have renewed their co-brand partnership to strengthen their collaboration in providing improved travel and financial services for Filipinos.
