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Marcos orders N. Luzon evacuation ahead of Kristine landfall

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the evacuation of northern provinces on the path of Tropical Storm Kristine, which is expected to make landfall...

Benguet Corp. ends debt restructuring deal, releases real estate assets

Benguet Corp., a publicly listed mining company, announced Wednesday that it has executed a mutual rescission agreement with its remaining creditors, including Wilshire Business Consulting Corp. and Armstrong Capital Holdings Corp., as well as the Philippine Veterans Bank as trustee. 

Slower growth projected this year under latest WEO iteration

The economy is projected to expand at the rate of 5.8 percent this year in terms of the gross domestic product, according to the International Monetary Fund in its latest iteration of the World Economic Outlook (WEO).

Globe names Carl Raymond R. Cruz as new president, CEO

Globe Telecom Inc., the telecom and financial technology business of the Ayala Group, has announced the appointment of Carl Raymond R. Cruz as its new president and chief executive officer, effective from January 1, 2025. 

SMAC raises P30M to help address hunger, quality education

SMAC, the loyalty program of SM, raised nearly P30 million from December 2023 to January 2024 to help address involuntary hunger and lack of access to quality education across the country, in collaboration with Globe’s Hapag Movement and SM Foundation.

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DA backs hog raisers with import restrictions and tariff reform support 

Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has pledged strong support for Filipino hog raisers suffering from steep financial losses caused by cheap foreign pork and dropping farmgate prices.

Fuel prices split again: gasoline drops while diesel spikes 

Consumers and business owners face another week of contrasting fuel prices as global supply tensions continue to ripple through local pumps. Gasoline prices are projected to decrease by up to ₱1.00 per liter, offering mild relief to private motorists, while diesel prices are expected to rise significantly by up to ₱3.00 per liter, according to estimates from Jetti Petroleum.

DigiPlus plans up to 60 new games next year, pushes local content and original franchises 

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. aims to launch as many as 60 new games next year, expanding its lineup as competition heats up in the Philippine online gaming space. The company is also stepping up its focus on original, locally developed titles rather than relying on foreign content, setting it apart from many industry peers.

Analog TV in Mega Manila to shut down November 22

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has confirmed analog television broadcasts in Mega Manila will officially cease on November 22, 2026, marking a major milestone in the country’s shift to digital TV. Deputy Commissioner Alvin Blanco said the target date is firm, and that television networks have been preparing public service announcements and information materials to help people get ready for the change.
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