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    Majority of Filipinos prioritize food price cuts – survey

    A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey commissioned by the Stratbase Group reveals that 56 percent of Filipinos view reducing food prices—especially rice and other staples—as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s top priority.

    Jollibee volunteers join coastal tree planting efforts

    The Jollibee Group reinforced its commitment to sustainability and volunteerism by joining the International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 20 and leading a separate tree-planting activity on September 30.

    Japan reaffirms peace at Leyte Gulf Landing Commemoration

    Japan’s Chargé d’Affaires Ono Sho joined Philippine officials and foreign diplomats in marking the 81st anniversary of the historic Leyte Gulf Landings, held from October 19 to 20, 2025, at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park in Palo, Leyte.

    Converge adds Viva content to Xperience Hub

    Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is enhancing its all-in-one set-top box, Xperience Hub, with original Filipino content through a new partnership with Viva Communications Inc. and Reliance Broadcasting Unlimited (RBU).

    DOTr launches unified RFID toll system across Luzon

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Tuesday officially launched a unified toll collection system across Luzon, allowing motorists to use a single RFID sticker to access all major expressways.

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    PSE disclosure system temporarily offline

    The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on Monday, January 19, advised the investing public and listed companies that its disclosure system is currently unavailable, prompting the exchange to activate contingency measures to ensure continued information flow to the market.

    PAL layovers become Manila mini city-adventures

    Foreign tourists transiting through Manila on Philippine Airlines can now step beyond the terminal, as the Department of Tourism rolls out its Transit Tours for PAL passengers, turning long layovers into curated city experiences.

    Public scoping set for proposed Zambales irrigation project

    The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)has scheduled a public scoping for the proposed Baquilan irrigation project in Botolan, Zambales.

    National ID integration fuels digital finance growth

    The integration of the National ID system with financial and public service platforms is gaining momentum, promising faster transactions, tighter security, and broader financial inclusion across the Philippines.
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