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Dizon vows full DPWH overhaul to end corruption

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday pledged a sweeping overhaul of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to eliminate long-standing corruption and ensure public funds benefit Filipinos.

Majority of Filipinos prioritize food price cuts – survey

A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey commissioned by the Stratbase Group reveals that 56 percent of Filipinos view reducing food prices—especially rice and other staples—as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s top priority.

Jollibee volunteers join coastal tree planting efforts

The Jollibee Group reinforced its commitment to sustainability and volunteerism by joining the International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 20 and leading a separate tree-planting activity on September 30.

Japan reaffirms peace at Leyte Gulf Landing Commemoration

Japan’s Chargé d’Affaires Ono Sho joined Philippine officials and foreign diplomats in marking the 81st anniversary of the historic Leyte Gulf Landings, held from October 19 to 20, 2025, at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park in Palo, Leyte.

Converge adds Viva content to Xperience Hub

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is enhancing its all-in-one set-top box, Xperience Hub, with original Filipino content through a new partnership with Viva Communications Inc. and Reliance Broadcasting Unlimited (RBU).

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SC ruling strengthens Philippine nickel sector confidence

A recent Supreme Court decision dismissing a Writ of Kalikasan petition against Hinatuan Mining Corp. is seen by the Philippine nickel industry as a boost to investor confidence and regulatory stability.

Paraguay pushes trade, investment, ties with Philippines

Paraguay is seeking to strengthen trade, investment, and diplomatic ties with the Philippines and the broader Southeast Asian region, President Santiago Peña said Monday during the signing of key bilateral agreements.

Travel groups urge clearer BIR tax rules

Leading Philippine travel associations are pressing the government to clarify tax rules for agency transactions, warning that inconsistent interpretations by Revenue District Offices (RDOs) are driving up compliance costs and sparking audit disputes.

Yindjibarndi Energy renewable venture starts construction

Yindjibarndi Energy Corp., a partnership between the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corp. and Philippine-listed renewable energy firm ACEN Corp., will begin construction of the Jinbi Solar Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region after reaching Financial Close and securing a 30-year power purchase agreement with Rio Tinto.
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