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Labor, business groups push VAT relief measures

A coalition of labor and business groups is urging the government to review—and potentially suspend—value-added tax (VAT) on essential goods, warning that sustained price increases are straining both households and enterprises.

Metro Pacific Water ramps up capex for El Niño 

Metro Pacific Water (MPW) has earmarked P3.81 billion in capital expenditures for 2026 to fund key infrastructure upgrades in Iloilo City and Dumaguete City, as it moves to strengthen water supply reliability ahead of expected El Niño conditions.

Lapu-Lapu, BOI tie-up targets Cebu investment surge

A new partnership between the Lapu-Lapu City Government and the Board of Investments is expected to strengthen Cebu’s investment climate, with private sector participation—particularly from Aboitiz InfraCapital—seen as a key catalyst for long-term growth.

Manila Water strengthens heat safety measures for workers amid rising temperatures

Manila Water has rolled out additional safety measures to protect its workers and contractors from heat-related illnesses as high temperatures continue across Metro Manila’s East Zone and Rizal Province.

Electric cooperatives tapped to help bridge digital divide

The National Electrification Administration (NEA) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to improve data transmission and internet connectivity across the Philippines.

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MVP brings aid to Apalit

Business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan returned to his hometown of Apalit, Pampanga to personally distribute relief packs to families displaced by severe flooding caused by days of heavy Habagat rains.

Non-surgical procedure offers new hope for Filipinos with severe, medication-resistant heartburn 

Millions of Filipinos suffer persistent heartburn and regurgitation that disrupts meals and sleep—problems that often continue despite daily medication, a condition called Refractory GERD.

Pepsi-Cola Philippines expands soda lineup

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) is growing its beverage range with the expanded Lipton Soda line—a sparkling tea that blends the well-known taste of Lipton iced tea with the light fizz of soda for a fun, refreshing experience.

PLDT Home brings fiber connectivity to Camotes Island

PLDT Home has expanded its fiber network to Camotes Island, delivering reliable broadband to communities across San Francisco, Poro and Tudela. Known as the “Lost Horizon of the South,” the island is a popular tourist spot famed for its beaches and natural scenery.
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