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M. Manila power rates up for third consecutive month

Power rates in Metro Manila will go up for the third consecutive month this January, mainly due to a higher generation charge and the...

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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DENR honors late marine biologist Dr. Kent Carpenter as key figure in Philippine marine conservation

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has extended its deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the global marine science community following the passing of world-renowned marine biologist Dr. Kent E. Carpenter, whose groundbreaking work greatly advanced the protection of the Philippines’ diverse marine life.

Marcos Jr. signs EO 119 modernizing gov’t data rules and set data reaidency framework 

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 119, updating the country’s outdated government data system and putting in place a formal data residency framework to better protect official information while drawing more investments to the digital economy. The new policy replaces Memorandum Circular No. 78, a 1964 guideline designed for paper records, with a modern system built to suit current digital tools including cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

PH tops 2026 IIF debt transparency and investor relations ranking

The Philippines has secured first place among 57 countries in the Institute of International Finance’s 2026 Investor Relations and Debt Transparency Report, marking a return to the top spot after ranking second in 2025 and leading the list in 2024. This recognition highlights the country’s consistent dedication to transparency, accountability, and the timely release of critical economic and financial information.

ATRAM launches first global PERA retirement funds

ATRAM Trust Corp. is taking the government's voluntary retirement savings program beyond Philippine shores, launching the country's first globally invested Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) funds in a move that broadens investment choices for Filipinos preparing for retirement.
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