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GMA Network rises to No. 13 in  global digital ranking

GMA Network climbed 11 spots to rank 13th in the Tubular Worldwide Leadership Ranking for April 2026, up from 24th place previously. Its digital content earned a total of 11.18 billion views across major platforms: 5 billion on Instagram, 3.06 billion on Facebook, 2.40 billion on TikTok, and 719 million on YouTube.

PNB declares ₱1.10 special dividend on top of 20% regular dividend payout

The Philippine National Bank (PNB) announced Friday that its board of directors has approved the declaration of a special cash dividend of ₱1.10 per common share, representing approximately 7% percent of its 2025 net income.

Banks to build releasable capital buffer for crisis lending 

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has approved a new rule (Circular No. 1235) establishing the Positive Neutral Countercyclical Capital Buffer (PN-CCyB), a mechanism designed to support steady lending even during economic stress.

LRTA launches free parking at LRT-2 Legarda Station to cut costs, ease traffic

The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has introduced free parking services at LRT-2 Legarda Station starting May 25, Monday. This move comes as oil prices continue to rise, aiming to persuade private vehicle owners to shift to public transport, bringing clear economic benefits to commuters and the wider community.

President Marcos expands pork imports amid supply shortages  

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 116, increasing the minimum access volume (MAV) for pork imports by 150,000 metric tons to help ease supply shortages and stabilize prices amid the lingering impact of African Swine Fever.

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Keen & Worth eyes 2027 turnover for Ongpin Tower

Keen & Worth Property Developers Inc. is gearing up for the 2027 completion of its flagship project, Ongpin Tower, as it seeks to establish itself as a new player in the country’s high-end residential market.

Fisher Mall expands beyond retail with government services

Fisher Mall is strengthening its position as a one-stop destination by expanding access to government services, retail essentials, wellness offerings, and entertainment facilities under one roof.

Aboitiz Foods eyes acquisitions, tech to strengthen Asia food supply 

Amid mounting food security risks, supply chain bottlenecks, and sustainability pressures across Asia, Aboitiz Foods is accelerating expansion through acquisitions, digital innovation, and strategic partnerships to capture growth opportunities in the region's agriculture sector.

House expels Barzaga over disorderly conduct

The House of Representatives on Tuesday voted to expel Cavite Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga for what lawmakers described as disruptive and disorderly behavior, making him only the second legislator in the past three years—and just the second in modern congressional history—to be removed from the chamber’s roster. A total of 265 lawmakers, well above the required two-thirds vote, backed the recommendation of the House ethics committee, which found Barzaga guilty of acts deemed unbecoming of a member of Congress. The first recent expulsion involved former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnulfo Teves Jr., who was removed in 2023 after repeatedly refusing to attend House sessions.
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