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Negros Electric and Power Corp. is advancing a multibillion-peso program to overhaul the electricity distribution network serving Bacolod City and parts of Negros Occidental, with total planned investments expected to reach about P2.1 billion. The power distributor, a joint venture between Primelectric Holdings of businessman Enrique Razon Jr. and Central Negros Electric Cooperative, assumed…
The Department of Labor and Employment has reminded private companies that worker safety takes precedence when severe weather makes travel or workplace operations hazardous. The clarification comes as the southwest monsoon, or habagat, continues to bring persistent rains across parts of Luzon. Under Labor Advisory No. 14, Series of 2026, issued on August 19, employers are permitted to suspend…
Vice Ganda has urged Filipinos to look beyond the immediate financial gains offered during elections, warning that selling votes can carry consequences that extend far beyond election day. The TV host and comedian raised the issue while discussing the difficulties faced by commuters and residents as persistent heavy rains triggered widespread flooding across Metro Manila and nearby provinces.…
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is set to intensify its crackdown on unauthorized improvised license plates, with vehicles found carrying them subject to impoundment beginning September 1. LTO chief Markus Lacanilao said the agency will take a stricter approach toward motorists who use special or improvised plates without proper authorization. Vehicle owners who have legitimate permission to…
Government Sets P101.5 Billion Privatization Target for 2027 The Philippine government is preparing for a major privatization push in 2027, with the Department of Finance setting a revenue target of P101.5 billion. The strategy will center on large power-sector assets, particularly the Caliraya-Botocan-Kalayaan hydroelectric complex and the Agus-Pulangi hydropower system. The planned proceeds…
The world of One Piece is set to take over the SM Mall of Asia Complex once again as the One Piece Run PH returns on September 26, 2026, promising a larger celebration for fans, runners, and members of the Straw Hat community. Following the success of its inaugural edition, which attracted around 8,000 participants, this year’s event is expected to draw an even bigger crowd. The expanded race will…
Manila City Employees Set to Receive Third Salary Increase Tranche in September Thousands of permanent employees of the Manila city government are set to receive another salary adjustment beginning September 1, with up to 9,364 workers covered by the latest tranche. Mayor Isko Moreno announced that the city has earmarked approximately ₱99.08 million for the increase, which will raise employee…
The Philippine economy could face another obstacle to recovery in the second half of 2026 as banks become more selective in extending loans to households and businesses, potentially weakening borrowing, investment and consumer activity. Jonathan Koh, Asia economist at Standard Chartered Bank, said tighter lending standards are already becoming visible across major corporations, middle-market firms…
Disney’s beloved Frozen is set to return to the Philippine stage as a full-scale Broadway musical production, with 9 Works Theatrical bringing the acclaimed adaptation to Manila in April 2027. The company has announced plans to stage the musical at Proscenium Theater in Makati , marking a significant return for Disney Theatricals productions in the country. The upcoming engagement also comes a…
Rice tariff collections climbed sharply during the first seven months of 2026, reaching nearly P13 billion as the Philippines brought in substantially larger volumes of imported rice and the peso weakened against the US dollar. Preliminary data from the Bureau of Customs showed that rice tariff revenue from January through July totaled P12.8 billion. That represents an 18 percent increase from the…
