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    Metro Manila in ’State of Calamity’ due to Southwest Monsoon, Typhoon Carina induced floods

    The government on Wednesday declared a state of calamity in Metro Manila, the country’s capital and economic hub, in response to widespread flooding caused by intense rainfall from Typhoon Carina and the Southwest Monsoon.

    SteelAsia to invest P82 billion in 5 new steel plants across the Philippines

    SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp., a major Philippine steel producer, unveiled its plan to build five new steel plants across the country costing P82 billion it projects will boost domestic manufacturing capabilities, reduce import dependency, and foster economic growth.

    President Marcos bans all POGOs, tells PAGCOR to wind down licenses by year end

    President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday ordered the Philippine Gaming and Amusements Corp. to stop all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations amid their illicit activities, and instructed other agencies to find jobs for those who would be displaced by the end of POGO ventures in the country.

    Ayala, Gokongwei in talks for airline partnership after banks’ merger

    The Ayala and Gokongwei groups appear to be looking at extending their partnership in banking to other business interests.

    El Niño-driven temperature spikes seen boosting Meralco sales 8.7 percent higher in 1H

    The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) over the weekend projected sales in the first six months growing 8.7 percent higher compared to last year.

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    Cupid’s new hustle: Stealing hearts, draining wallets

    Love Month is nearly here, and while hearts are being prepped for kilig, scammers are sharpening their scripts.

    Gov’t secures funds, calms carmakers’ nerves

    The government has moved to steady investor confidence in the automotive sector, assuring participants in the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program that long-promised incentives will be honored despite last year’s budget setback.

    Manila’s visa-free gamble: Will Chinese visitors return?

    The Philippines has opened its doors wider to Chinese tourists with a new policy granting 14-day visa-free entry—but the real question is whether travelers from the world’s largest and most dynamic tourism market will actually walk through.

    DA orders FTI to buy mung beans, chili to steady prices, cut imports

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has directed state-owned Food Terminal Inc. (FTI) to buy large volumes of mung beans and chili peppers directly from local farmers to stabilize prices and reduce dependence on imports.

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