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DA revives advisory groups to monitor poultry, livestock volume and price

The Department of Agriculture's (DA) re-composition of a price and volume watch committee and advisory groups for livestock and poultry is a good start...

7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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PEZA lands P83M IT investment in Davao

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has secured another investment for the country's expanding digital economy, signing a registration agreement with Industry Shared Services Centre Inc. for an P83-million information technology project in Davao City that is expected to generate more than 290 direct jobs.

Grab rolls put financial lifeline for local restaurants amid rising costs

Grab Philippines has launched a targeted support initiative to help local restaurant owners battle the crippling combination of rising utility bills and surging food costs. The assistance comes as inflation continues to squeeze the profit margins of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the country.

Kaspersky, DICT warn public about public wi-fi dangers

Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has joined the Philippine Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in urging Filipinos to be extra careful when using public Wi-Fi networks, which are often targeted by cybercriminals to steal personal information, login details, and spread harmful software.

First Gen secures full rights to build 120-MW Aya pump storage facility in Nueva Ecija

First Gen Corporation signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on June 30, 2026, to develop the Aya Pumped-Storage Project (Aya PSP) in Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija, marking a major step forward for the 120-megawatt facility. The agreement grants First Gen full authority to develop, build, operate, and maintain the project, as well as official endorsement to secure all remaining required permits. The MOA is effective for 25 years and may be renewed for an additional 25 years.
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