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Converge deploys high-speed fiber backbone support for ASEAN venues in Manila

The country’s hosting of key Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) meetings is being supported by high-speed internet from fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc., which has been named the official connectivity partner of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).

DOTr warns of “overloaded” TNVS system, flags regulatory gaps and budget strain

Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has issued a strong warning to transport network companies (TNCs) and past and present transport regulators, after revealing that the number of transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers in operation has far exceeded the government-approved cap.

OGPI remits P2.14B to government for 2025 share

Listed mining company OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. (OGPI) on Thursday reported turning over ₱2.14 billion as additional government share (AGS) for fiscal year 2025.

Parañaque eyes economic boost from full opening of CAVITEX C5 Link

The Parañaque City government is expecting stronger economic activity following the full connection of the 7.7-kilometer CAVITEX C5 Link, which now links Cavite and Taguig through a high-speed expressway route.

SMC removes over 9.12 million metric tons of waste from major rivers since 2020

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) said Thursday its river cleanup program has removed more than 9.12 million metric tons of silt, garbage, and debris from major waterways across the Philippines since 2020. The work is part of its voluntary flood-control effort, called the Better Rivers PH initiative, and is being done at no cost to the government.

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When Manny meets Kiko: Pacquiao, DA chief join forces to fight poverty 

National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) Secretary and Lead Convenor Manny Pacquiao is joining forces with Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. to strengthen government efforts to alleviate poverty, particularly among farmers and fisherfolk, who remain among the country’s most economically vulnerable sectors.

Business groups push back on proposed 200% beverage tax hike

Business groups and tax experts are urging the government to rethink a proposed more-than-200 percent hike in sweetened beverage excise taxes, warning that steep increases could squeeze consumers, hurt small businesses and fail to deliver the expected revenue and public health gains.

Lenovo unveils new AI PCs – performance without the premium price

Lenovo has expanded its Personal AI vision with a new consumer device portfolio that brings smarter, connected AI experiences alongside bold, style-focused designs — all at accessible price points.

Globe Platinum rethinks iPhone 18 launch with intimate dining events

Globe Platinum has reimagined the traditional crowded iPhone launch experience, rolling out intimate, simultaneous midnight unboxing events across Manila, Cebu, and Davao ahead of the nationwide iPhone 18 release.
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