DA sets sights on making ube the next big export
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is rolling out major policy changes to transform ube (purple yam) from a niche product into a leading global agricultural export, aiming to tap into the rising international demand for natural food ingredients.
Canada’s nuclear pitch powers Philippine energy goal
The Philippines is deepening talks with Canadian engineering and nuclear technology firm AtkinsRéalis as it explores civil nuclear power to bolster long-term energy security, support industrialization, and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
APECO to unveil Casiguran as ASEAN’s new Pacific power port in Malaysia
The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) will showcase the Casiguran International New Port and key investment opportunities at the 24th ASEAN Ports and Logistics 2026 Conference, taking place July 8–9 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Chubby cheeks, grand dreams, Centre Court glory
Long before Alex Eala was toppling queens on Wimbledon's manicured lawns, she was just another little Filipino girl sprinting to the tennis courts after school—ruffled socks, light-up shoes, chubby cheeks, and dreams far too big for a country where tennis barely makes the back page.
Maya cuts InstaPay transfer fees to P10 starting July 6
Maya will lower its InstaPay transfer fee to other banks and financial institutions from P15 to P10 beginning July 6, to make digital money transfers more affordable for users.
