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DA chief commends BSWM for commitment to advance agriculture

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. on Wednesday commended the Bureau of Soil and Water Management for 73 years of hard work and commitment to advance agriculture, a backbone of the Philippine economy vital to achieve food security and job generation.

Cebu Pacific launches 96-week long cadet pilot program

Cebu Pacific (CEB) and Cebu-based Airworks Aviation on Thursday launched a cadet pilot program providing training, mentorship, and a guaranteed job with the airline when successfully completed.

Robinsons Land, RL Commercial REiT in P33.92 billion property-for-share swap

Robinsons Land Corp. said Thursday its board approved the infusion of 11 shopping malls and two office buildings to its real estate investment trust, RL Commercial REIT Inc., that will nearly double the gross leasable area of listed RCR to 827,808 square meters.

Jobless rate in April eases to 4% from 4.5% year-earlier — PSA

The unemployment rate in the Philippines declined in April to 4 percent from 4.5 percent in the year-ago period, with the economy creating more jobs in industry and services to take up the slack in agriculture because of the adverse impact of El Nino on the farm sector.

ACEN infuses P8.7 billion in Giga Ace to fund solar farm project

ACEN Corp., the listed renewable energy arm of the Ayala Group, said Thursday it bought additional shares in Giga Ace 8 Inc. worth P8.7...

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St. Luke’s Global City performs first SAPIEN 3 valve implant

St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has successfully performed its first native balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN 3 heart valve implantation, expanding minimally invasive treatment options for Filipino patients with severe heart valve disease.

DOTr expands Siargao Airport, upgrades ports to boost tourism

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is improving connectivity to Siargao Island through an expanded airport passenger terminal and upgraded port facilities, aiming to accommodate growing tourism demand and provide travelers with better air and sea transport options.

NPC, Globe boost child online safety against AI misuse

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and Globe Telecom are strengthening efforts to protect Filipino children from online privacy risks and promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

Lemon Square expands Batangas operations, opens 150th store

Big E Food Corporation, maker of Lemon Square cakes and pastries, is strengthening its presence in Batangas with a new manufacturing facility and the opening of its 150th retail store at LIMA Estate.
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