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Cebu Pacific strengthens dominance in Japan with direct flights to Sapporo

Cebu Pacific further cements its leadership in the Philippines-Japan air travel market with the launch of direct flights between Manila and Sapporo, making it the only carrier offering non-stop service between the two cities.

Metrobank earns recognitions for excellence in trading and wealth management

Metrobank’s Financial Markets Sector has again proven its leadership in securities trading, investment, and wealth management, earning multiple accolades from both local and international organizations.

Metro Manila mayors help distribute P38/kilo NFA rice to low-income families

Metro Manila mayors pledged to support the Department of Agriculture (DA) in expanding its affordable rice distribution network, ensuring vulnerable communities gain faster access to reasonably priced staple food. 

PBBM, Speaker Romualdez lead turnover of completed Yolanda Permanent Housing in Leyte

PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Speaker Martin G. Romualdez today led the ceremonial turnover of Yolanda Permanent Housing Program (YPHP) projects in Leyte, proof of the government’s commitment to rebuild communities devastated by Typhoon Yolanda 11 years ago.

SM Investments Champions Meritocracy in Corporate Governance

In today’s dynamic business environment, the emphasis on meritocracy as a cornerstone of effective governance is gaining momentum. By prioritizing qualifications, expertise, and independent judgment, organizations are better positioned to foster growth and leadership at the highest levels.

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Nearly 1M ‘vulnerable’ Filipinos buy P20 rice in September

Nearly 1 million Filipinos benefited from the Marcos administration’s Benteng Bigas, Meron Na! program in September, the highest monthly turnout since the affordable rice initiative was launched in May last year, as the government seeks to ease food costs for households struggling to make ends meet.

Business mood stays down in September, but firms see brighter quarters ahead

Business sentiment stayed pessimistic in September 2026, according to the latest Business Expectations Survey released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, although confidence readings for the near‑term and year‑ahead outlook remained positive. The current‑month confidence index improved slightly to ‑8.4 percent from ‑10.9 percent in August, still signaling more firms were downbeat about present conditions.

EastWest posts ₱5‑billion nine‑month net income amid tougher macro backdrop

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) turned in a ₱5.0‑billion net income for the first nine months of 2026, delivering solid profitability even as broader economic conditions grew more challenging, a performance that signals resilient core operations for investors and market watchers.

Medical center teams up with Singapore partners to boost geriatric care in Southern Luzon

The Mary Mediatrix Medical Center (MMMC) has forged a partnership with Inspire Healthcare Singapore and the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) to advance its Geriatric Unit, as the hospital moves to address the rising healthcare demand from older adults across Southern Luzon.
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