Deadly bee virus found in Philippine hives
Bees have long been the quiet workforce behind farms and forests alike. They pollinate crops, keep ecosystems humming, and produce everything from honey to beeswax.
Fashion show marks Japan–Philippines friendship year
Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya and his wife, Akiko, attended the fashion show “Thread of Dreams,” co-hosted by BENCH/ and the Japan Foundation, Manila.
BPI EV loans hit P12B on demand surge
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is accelerating its push into electric vehicle (EV) financing, with its loan portfolio climbing 18% to about P12 billion as of end–first quarter, buoyed by stronger demand and improving affordability.
ICFC, JFINEX mold future finance leaders
Developing the next generation of finance professionals now demands more than strong technical skills. It requires real-world exposure, ethical grounding, and the ability to navigate complex, high-pressure environments.
Sovereign keeps ‘BBB’ rating but outlook cut to negative — BSP
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reported Monday that Fitch Ratings has affirmed the country’s “BBB” investment-grade rating but sharply revised its outlook from stable to negative, signaling rising economic risks.
