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BCDA, Double 11 put P200M into Clark mobility hub 

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority and Double 11 Properties Corp. are investing P200 million to build a mixed-use commercial and mobility hub in New Clark City, adding another private-sector bet on the emerging Central Luzon growth center.

Alas Pilipinas girls lose to South Korea, continue to chase history

The Alas Pilipinas girls may have missed the quarterfinals, but their first dance on the world stage is far from over. The Filipinas bowed to...

Heirloom seeds offer old-school resilience for farmers 

In agriculture, the future may sometimes look surprisingly like the past. And some of the Philippines’ best climate insurance may be sitting quietly in an heirloom seed.

PAL 1H 2026 revenue up 5.9% but fuel cost surge drives net loss

Philippine Airlines (PAL) reported a 5.9 percent rise in first-half 2026 earnings, though a steep jump in fuel expenses pushed the country’s flag carrier to a net loss for the period.

Metrobank adds new safeguards as digital scams evolve

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. is strengthening its digital banking defenses with new security features designed to give customers greater control over their money as fraudsters become more adept at exploiting stolen credentials and human error.

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ARTA reviews poultry, mining rules as fees rise

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is reviewing environmental regulations and higher permit fees flagged by poultry, livestock, and mining groups over concerns that the measures could increase business costs and compliance burdens.

PH eagle Lakpue loses talon, but not fight

Lakpue’s return to the wild has hit a rough patch, but the Philippine Eagle’s fight is far from over.

Makro secures four Ayala Land sites for expansion

Makro Philippines is accelerating its Luzon expansion after securing four strategic sites from Ayala Land Inc., giving the wholesale retailer access to major growth corridors in Metro Manila and Southern Luzon.

Sugar imports only a market tool, not policy — DA chief

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. clarified that sugar importation is not administration policy but a temporary tool to stabilize prices and supply, as the government prioritizes technology and innovation to build a stronger, self-reliant domestic sugar industry.
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