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7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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BPI partners with Theatre Group Asia for 2026–2027 theater season

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has partnered with Theatre Group Asia to support the group’s 2026–2027 “Season of Power,” a lineup of international and Philippine stage productions centered on themes of love, life, and art.

DOT drives action of farm tourism

Fresh from unveiling the Farm Tourism Strategic Action Plan (FTSAP) 2026–2031, the government is shifting focus from policy design to execution, aiming to translate the roadmap into tangible gains for farmers and rural communities.

PCC clears DoubleDragon’s MerryMart share purchase

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has cleared the proposed acquisition by DoubleDragon Corporation of shares in MerryMart Consumer Corporation, allowing the transaction to proceed before the end of the regulator’s Phase 1 review period.

Megawide accelerates buildout under expanded 4PH

Megawide Construction Corp. has begun construction on two socialized housing projects under the expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program, marking a faster pace of private sector participation in the flagship housing initiative of Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
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