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Projected Q2 palay harvest tempered by yield concerns

The Philippines is on track for a stronger grain harvest this quarter, with palay production projected to rise 5.3 percent from a year ago, although slipping yields suggest farmers are still battling productivity challenges despite expanding planted areas. 

P48B NAIA land deal clears path forward

The government has taken a major step toward securing the future of the country’s busiest air gateway, with the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) agreeing to acquire the 61-hectare property occupied by Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 from the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) in a P48-billion transaction.

mWell tackles mental health stigma and barriers in the Philippines

Many Filipinos hide deep struggles behind a happy facade, held back by long-standing stigma.

PH, Japan strengthen greenhouse gas reporting standards

As climate-related disclosures increasingly shape global trade, investment flows, and business competitiveness, the Philippines is moving to establish more reliable and consistent systems for measuring and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all industries.

ABS-CBN expands global reach as ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’ launches across 41 African nations

ABS-CBN is further growing its international presence with the fourth season of its hit action-drama “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” now available in 41 countries across Africa.

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AirAsia PH slashes fares to P160 one-way in 10.10 sale; travel good through August 2027

AirAsia Philippines has launched its 10.10 promotional sale with one-way base fares starting at just P160 for both domestic and international flights, covering travel dates up to August 31, 2027.

DA seeks P300M more to expand ube production, clarifies raw export rule only targets planting materials

The Department of Agriculture is seeking an additional P300 million to kickstart expansion of the country’s ube industry, a move designed to at least double local output and meet fast-rising global demand for the popular purple tuber.

Meralco builds talent pipeline via BTCI partnership 

For an industry built on keeping the lights on, Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is also thinking several years ahead.

BIR expands Taxpayer Portal to large firms nationwide

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has rolled out its Taxpayer Portal to large taxpayers in the regions, expanding digital tax services beyond Metro Manila and giving businesses easier access to government transactions.
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