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Marcos orders rapid fix for Luzon power grid

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered an urgent restoration of key transmission lines after recent power disruptions hit multiple areas across Luzon. Following the...

EastWest launches pioneering employee PERA program bossting retirement savings

East West Banking Corporation has launched a voluntary Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) contribution program for employees, allowing them to save and invest more conveniently through accredited PERA products.

Converge, Danao City partner to boost digital services

Broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has partnered with the Danao City local government to strengthen the city’s digital infrastructure and improve public services.

NorthPort pushes terminal upgrade, boosts capacity

NorthPort is making steady headway on its three-year terminal upgrade program,  advancing rehabilitation works to strengthen port infrastructure and support the Philippines’ growing trade demands.

President Marcos picks Robert de Leon as budget chief

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Kim Robert De Leon as the new Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management, Malacañang announced Monday.

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Metrobank ranks #1 in both local and G3 bonds at The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2026

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) has clinched first place among Philippine banks and securities firms in both the Local Currency Bonds and G3 Bonds categories of The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2026, affirming its leadership across domestic and international bond markets.

Gov’t seeks funds for more LRT-2 trains; alternative bus service proposed to ease commuter woes

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) are actively looking for funding to buy additional trainsets for LRT Line 2, a key move aimed at cutting down long lines that have formed at stations as passenger numbers keep growing. Right now, only eight trainsets are running on the line—one is having its Train Operating Control Panel upgraded, while another remains under repair—creating a gap between what commuters need and what the system can provide.

Kaban bets P3B on Boracay tourism future

BORACAY ISLAND, Aklan—Boracay already has the white sand, turquoise waters, and postcard sunsets. Kevin Wong is betting billions of pesos that it can offer visitors something more, and persuade them to stay longer while opening their wallets a little wider.

Philippines keeps 6.4M tourist arrivals target amid travel headwinds

The Philippines is maintaining its target of 6.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2026, banking on stronger year-end demand and improving travel from key markets to offset rising airfares, higher fuel costs and weakening consumer sentiment.
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