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RSA-NEA tandem averts heavily indebted Albay Electric Cooperative disconnection from grid

San Miguel Global Power (SMGP), the power generation arm of diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corporation (SMC), has come to the rescue of debt-saddled Albay...

 Libreng Sakay program to continue with P1.285-B budget

Commuters are to continue availing of free rides, including on the EDSA Busway system, as P1.285 billion has been provided the government’s Service Contracting...

Foreign firm to start tests for possible hydrogen power plant in Zamboanga

A foreign firm is set to conduct technical studies and tests this month for the possible development of a hydrogen power plant in Olutanga...

URC instant coffee, potato snack items top food brand survey in 2022

Universal Robina Corporation’s food offerings continue to be among the most chosen brands in the Philippines, according to London-based brand consulting firm Kantar Group. “URC...

Pasay City cites SM companies among its top taxpayers

SM group’s various businesses were recognized as top taxpayers in Pasay City in appreciation ceremonies held at Conrad Manila.

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Tala eyes real-time data to unlock SME credit  

Fintech lender Tala Philippines is doubling down on real-time data and artificial intelligence as it seeks to expand access to financing for the country's vast but underserved micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) sector.

DNL optimistic as key commodty prices fall

Chemical maker D and L Industries Inc. (DNL) is more confident about its performance in the coming quarters, noting that costs for major raw materials have eased after hitting highs recently.

Manila Water speeds up project for cleaner waterways in QC, Marikina

Manila Water is fast-tracking the Batasan–Balara Flow Diversion Project to boost water quality, community cleanliness, and public health in Quezon City and Marikina. The initiative redirects wastewater from the area to the Marikina North Sewage Treatment Plant, keeping untreated waste out of local creeks and rivers and cutting down water pollution.

DA lifts Argentina poultry import ban

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has removed restrictions on Argentina poultry imports under Department Circular No. 29, Series of 2026, signed by Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and released publicly recently. The ban—covering live birds, meat, chicks, eggs, and semen—was first imposed due to concerns over highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). It was lifted after official reports confirmed the disease outbreak in Argentina had ended with no new cases, and DA assessments found the risk of contamination is now negligible.
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