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The Philippines, with support from the World Bank and the United Kingdom, has launched a $1-billion agriculture transformation program aimed at modernizing farming, improving food security, and helping farmers adapt to climate change.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday ordered the six-month preventive suspension of Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca as investigators from the people’s watchdog examine Wednesday night’s shooting inside the Senate. Remulla said the suspension was necessary to prevent possible interference in the probe. Aplasca, the Senate’s chief security officer and custodian of its CCTV footage, reportedly fired the first warning shot that triggered the incident. The Ombudsman’s investigation will focus on the chain of events, handling of security protocols, and preservation of evidence tied to the shooting. Remulla, a former justice secretary, stressed that accountability and an impartial inquiry are essential while authorities determine responsibility

Property Company of Friends, Inc. (Profriends) has renewed its partnership with Archipelago Builders Corporation(ABC) to continue the development of Westwind, a residential project inside Lancaster New City. The agreement covers the construction of Westwind’s second building.

The Philippines is once again facing growing energy security concerns as global oil market disruptions, driven by tensions between the United States and Iran, push fuel prices and inflation higher. The situation mirrors the 1973 and 1979 oil crises, which exposed the country’s heavy dependence on imported fuel and caused widespread economic hardship.