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Marcos calls special session of Congress to push key bills

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called Congress to a special session on June 17 to fast-track a package of priority measures and allow the Commission on Appointments (CA) to act on pending nominations to key government posts.

Oil relief meets rate-hike jitters at T-bill auction

Treasury bill yields ended mixed on Monday as investors weighed the impact of fresh government debt supply against easing inflation concerns following a breakthrough peace agreement in the Middle East that triggered a sharp decline in global oil prices.

Landbank, NIA team up for better agri-fishery funding

Landbank of the Philippines and the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) have partnered to boost farm productivity and financial inclusion, giving farmers and fishers easier access to affordable loans and support services.

When AI becomes your digital therapist friend

Stressed, lonely, anxious—or simply in need of someone to talk to? Increasingly, Filipinos are turning not to a counselor, friend, or family member, but to artificial intelligence.

CREC upcycles old solar panels into school tables in new initiative

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) has launched the EcoLoop program to repurpose end-of-life materials from its operations for community use.

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DA intensifies hog repopulation for food security

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is stepping up efforts to rebuild the country’s hog population while keeping pork supplies steady and prices stable, balancing industry recovery and food security amid the ongoing threat of African Swine Fever (ASF).

NGCP cuts transmission rates for June bills, average down 9.33%

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced on Monday lower overall transmission rates that will appear in consumers’ June 2026 electricity bills.

Mixed fuel price adjustments expected; US-Iran deal could reduce costs

The Department of Energy (DOE) projects mixed fuel price changes this week, amid progress on a US-Iran peace deal that may reopen the key Strait of Hormuz oil route.

Marcos-Putin Talks to Focus on Energy Security

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week is expected to spotlight energy and food security as the Philippines seeks to diversify strategic partnerships amid persistent geopolitical tensions and volatile global commodity markets.
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