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VinFast tops PH EV market amid global surge

Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast strengthened its foothold in the Philippines after emerging as the country’s leading battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand while posting robust global sales growth in the first quarter of 2026.

Soaring art prices renew push for royalties

As Filipino artworks continue to command record-breaking prices, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is renewing its push for stronger artists’ resale rights, arguing that creators should share in the rising value of their works long after the first sale.

BTS anniversary broadcast sparks Manila fan celebration

For millions of ARMY members worldwide, June 13 is more than an anniversary—it is a celebration of BTS’ enduring global influence and the bond the K-pop supergroup has built with fans over the years.

Smarter appliance habits help tame power bills

As electricity costs continue to strain household budgets, energy efficiency is emerging as a practical way for Filipino families to manage monthly expenses, with everyday appliance use increasingly coming under scrutiny.

Gov’t managing power restoration after Mindanao quake

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Southern Mindanao and nearby areas Monday, the Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed it is leading coordinated efforts to restore power supply safely and quickly.

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Philippine jobless rate up as more seek jobs

The Philippine labor market took a sharper turn in July as unemployment climbed to 6.0 percent, even as more Filipinos entered the workforce, pointing to a widening gap between the number of people seeking jobs and available opportunities.

ASEAN oil stockpiling plan gains support from five countries

The Philippines’ push for an ASEAN oil stockpiling mechanism is gaining momentum, with five countries signaling support for a regional system designed to cushion members from future supply disruptions, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said.

PH data centers eye catch-up with Singapore, Malaysia

The Philippines has room to narrow its data center gap with Singapore and Malaysia, with abundant land, expanding power capacity, and rising investor interest giving the industry room to grow, the Data Center Association of the Philippines (DCAP) said.

PhilWeb commits P4.23B to JKS Tech

PhilWeb Corp. is committing a combined P4.23 billion to JKS Tech Solutions Inc., deepening its exposure to the Philippine digital infrastructure and technology sector through subscriptions to shares of the B2B platform company.
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