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Filipinos open to brand switch, EV boom

Filipino car buyers are showing increasing openness to switching brands and exploring alternative vehicle technologies, signaling a potential transformation in the country’s automotive market, according to Deloitte’s 2026 Global Automotive Consumer Study.

DENR: Tree cutting in Manila is legal, with environmental offsets

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) confirmed on Wednesday that tree cutting along Quirino Avenue in Manila is authorized. The work is part of the Southern Access Link Expressway Project, developed by San Miguel Corp., and covered by Permit No. 2026-02-24-TCEBP-1609.

ECOP pushes reforms, AI, and investor confidence

The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) is calling for sweeping reforms to make the Philippine economy more dynamic, resilient, and attractive to investors.

PH sustainable fashion makes global splash in HK

The Philippines made a bold statement in the global sustainable fashion scene, raking in over USD322,000 in export sales at the Hong Kong Fashion and Home Expo 2026. Led by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and CITEM, the delegation showcased the country’s unique blend of heritage, innovation, and eco-conscious design.

Kits Pinga takes helm at Pico de Loro

SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) has appointed Kits Pinga as the new club general manager of Pico de Loro Beach & Country Club, signaling a renewed commitment to operational excellence and enriched member experiences across its leisure portfolio.

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DOTr opens consultancy bids for projects boosting logistics, freight sector

The Philippines and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) are inviting qualified international and local firms or consortia to bid for consultancy services supporting the country’s logistics and freight transportation sector.

SEC to regulate, accredit third-party debt collectors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is rolling out new accreditation standards for third-party collection agencies (TPCAs) to shield borrowers from abusive lending and collection practices.

The nation’s new favorite

There is a moment when a Filipino athlete stops being a promising competitor and becomes a national event. It usually begins with a victory, especially an unexpected one, and proceeds at a speed that would put the most frenetic fastbreak in basketball to shame.

PAL rolls out free first rebooking for Manila–Dubai, Doha, Riyadh routes

The Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced over the weekend it is offering one complimentary rebooking for flights from Manila to Dubai, Doha and Riyadh. Eligible passengers may adjust their travel date once with no rebooking fee, so long as requests are submitted no later than November 15, 2026, and at least 15 days before scheduled departure.
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