Manila Electric Co., the largest power distributor in the country, said Friday power rates will be lower in the February billing cycle on account of a net decline in the generation charge.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said it aims to complete the right-of-way and land acquisition for the 147-kilometer North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) by June 2026, a key step needed to keep construction on track and deliver faster, more reliable transport for the public.
Globe Telecom Inc. said it continues to deliver reliable service to consumers, reporting network availability of over 99 percent. The company said independent tests show its network provides smoother video streaming than competitors, with less buffering on platforms such as Facebook.
PLDT Enterprise is expanding the use of satellite internet to help remote and hard-to-reach communities and businesses stay connected. Through its Starlink services, launched in 2025, PLDT has become the first telecom provider in the country authorized to offer Starlink to both government and private users.