SMC cleans 93,000 tons of waste from Parañaque rivers
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) on Wednesday announced the removal of 93,000 tons of silt and waste from the Parañaque River system as part of an environmental cleanup effort aimed at improving water flow and addressing persistent flooding around Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
SWS: 59% of Filipinos Satisfied with the Marcos Jr. Admin
Majority or 59% of Filipinos are satisfied with the Marcos Jr. Administration, according to results from the latest Social Weather Stations survey. The survey was conducted from December 12 to 18, 2024, using face-to-face interviews with 2,160 respondents nationwide, and has a ±2 margin of error.
Romualdez: House to accelerate minimum wage legislation, eyes P200 wage hike
Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez affirmed today that the House of Representatives is expediting deliberations on proposed wage hike legislation to address the urgent need for economic relief, while ensuring a balanced approach that considers the welfare of workers and the sustainability of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
SC ruling on bill deposits strengthen consumer protection
The Supreme Court's recent decision upholding the validity of bill deposits for electricity consumers marks a pivotal moment in safeguarding customer interests, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said.
DOE pushes for private sector role in expanding microgrid infrastructure
The Department of Energy (DOE) is calling for increased private sector involvement in the development of microgrid facilities in over 200 underserved areas in the Philippines, highlighting the economic and environmental benefits of such investments.
