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Six in every 10 overseas Filipino workers are women–PSA data

More Filipino women have voted with the feet and left the comfort of home and family behind to find jobs overseas--mainly menial work--to help loved ones get a chance at a better life, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show.

SEC: We are not anti business

Securities officials failed in meeting the various business organizations on Thursday but came away from the aborted session proclaiming their pro-business leanings, in contrast to claims that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is anti-business. 

Meralco renewable energy arm takes control of listed SPNEC for P15.9B

The renewable energy arm of Manila Electric Co., better known as Meralco, said Thursday it is taking control of listed SP New Energy Corp. for an investment of P15.9 billion.

PLDT unit hosts Manila’s sovereign cloud domain

ePLDT, the ICT subsidiary of PLDT Inc. on Thursday bared the country's first so-called sovereign cloud as part of the bid to protect local cyber assets from cybercriminals. Sovereign clouds are protected from foreign access.

Globe claims superior presence in 5G broadcast space

Globe Telecom Inc. on Thursday claimed to have the most extensive 5G presence with 156 global partners in 82 destinations, offering its customers a travel and connectivity experience powered by state-of-the-art 5G technology.

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DA-BFAR continues fuel aid for fisherfolk amid rising oil prices

The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) said it will continue providing fuel assistance to fisherfolk nationwide as global oil prices rise.

House backs Bicol Ecozone as 5th hub

The House of Representatives has endorsed a resolution pushing for the proclamation of the proposed Bicol Ecozone in Pantao, Libon, Albay as the fifth public economic zone under the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), signaling a major step toward boosting trade along the country’s eastern seaboard.

Asian Eye Institute expands Trinoma branch with new surgical suite

The Asian Eye Institute has announced the expansion of its branch at TriNoma, introducing a larger and upgraded facility aimed at improving access to eye care services for patients in Quezon City, Northern Metro Manila, and nearby areas.

From submariner to CEO: Reggie Cariaso leads RCBC into its next era

Appointed as president and chief executive officer of the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation effective July 1, 2025, Reginald Anthony “Reggie” Cariaso leads one of the country's largest universal banks at a time of rapid digital transformation.
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