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Jollibee doubles down on Visayas, Mindanao supply line

Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) is sharpening its logistics edge in the Visayas and Mindanao with the opening of a new food commissary in Guinsay, Danao City, Cebu—an investment that underscores the company’s long-term growth strategy and confidence in regional demand.

BIR sues Wawao Builders over ‘ghost’ Bulacan project

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed criminal complaints before the Department of Justice against a major flood-control contractor over an alleged P48.39-million tax deficiency linked to a ghost project in Malolos City, Bulacan.

Rice prices seen stable as import controls lapse; DA rolls out farm road tracker

The Department of Agriculture (DA) said rice prices should remain stable even after the rice import ban ended last month, citing strong local production and adequate supply.

SEC approves LUECO direct public offering

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the direct public offering (DPO) of La Union Electric Co. Inc. (LUECO), making it the second company to register under the regulator’s streamlined rules for power generation and electricity service providers.

Eala claims spot in quarterfinals of Auckland tournament

Filipina tennis star Alexandra Eala barely allowed the clock to catch its breath at the ASB Classic on Thursday, needing just 63 minutes to dismantle Croatia’s Petra Marcinko 6-0, 6-2 and stride into the quarterfinals of the WTA 250 event, her first of the 2026 season.

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Shorter crops, stronger roots: salt-tough rice, wheat

New research published in Molecular Plant, a partner journal of Cell Press, suggests that Green Revolution varieties aren’t just high-yielding, they are also better equipped to handle salty soils. That is a big deal, considering roughly 20 percent of the world’s cultivated land is affected by salinity, a creeping problem that stunts growth and cuts yields.

CCPI to host fully booked ECOMP-P5 conference with top national leaders

The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI) will hold its ECOMP-P5 Synergy Conference, titled “Actionize the Missions of Economic Compass Pillars 5,” featuring prominent leaders in governance, economic development, and capital markets.

Metrobank wins top honors again at PDS Awards

The Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reinforced its dominance in the country’s financial markets after clinching top honors once again at the Philippine Dealing System Annual Awards held March 26 at Makati Diamond Hotel.

Cebu Airport recognized for regional service excellence

Travel through the Philippines’ central gateway continues to evolve as passenger experience becomes a key measure of airport performance across Asia-Pacific.
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