President Marcos accepts Bonoan resignation as DPWH chief
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has accepted the resignation of Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, effective Monday, September 1, amid ongoing controversy over flood control projects.
DOJ indicts Abra Mining for securities fraud
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally indicted Abra Mining and Industrial Corp. (AR), along with its officers, stock transfer agent, and several stockholders, for engaging in fraudulent securities trading from 2015 to 2019 — a move regulators say reinforces accountability and investor protection in the capital markets.
DOTr launches bids for Visayas railway studies
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced plans to develop two railway systems in the Visayas—the Samar-Leyte Railway and the Panay Railway—as part of efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
Smart offers BNPL options via Billease
Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with Billease, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, to offer more flexible and affordable payment options for its customers. The collaboration aims to support greater financial and digital inclusion by enabling Smart, TNT, and Smart Bro Home WiFi users to access services through easy installment plans.
AirAsia revives Cebu flights amid tourism surge
AirAsia Philippines is set to reopen five key routes from its Cebu hub starting 15 November 2025, aiming to tap into the region’s surging tourism market and strengthen both domestic and international connectivity.
