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Magalong opposes 100 more e-taxi units in Baguio
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong has previously expressed...
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Globe champions resilient, secure connectivity as President and CEO Carl Cruz joins GSMA 6G and anti-scam summit in Tokyo
As global uncertainty and digital threats intensify, Globe is calling...
DA trains Apayao farmers on drone tech to boost rice production
By Rod G. Asurin APAYAO, Philippines (PIA) — The...
Nueva Vizcaya OFW center praised by OWWA, over 100 distressed workers receive aid
By Rachel Magday NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — The Overseas...
Baguio City
Magalong opposes 100 more e-taxi units in Baguio
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong has previously expressed opposition to the proposal to deploy additional taxi units in the city, saying the plan should undergo local consultations and should consider the city’s road and transportation constraints. Instead, Magalong proposed reducing the number of taxis while increasing public transportation...
A Space to Create at SM City Baguio
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – At SM City Baguio, creativity comes naturally. As more people turn everyday moments into stories, the mall continues to be a space where content creators can express themselves, connect with others, and bring their ideas to life. From lifestyle bloggers to video creators and social...
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DA trains Apayao farmers on drone tech to boost rice production
By Rod G. Asurin APAYAO, Philippines (PIA) — The Department of Agriculture (DA) continues to step up efforts to modernize rice farming, training farmers in Apayao on drone technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase yields. Farmers in Barangay Emiliana, Santa Marcela took part in a hands-on demonstration...
Region 1
La Union Energy Task Force heightens Fuel Retail Monitoring
LA UNION, Philippines — The Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) collaborates with the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) to ensure fair market in local fuel supply amid the ongoing energy crisis. This partnership ensures that fuel retailers comply with legal mandates and price stabilization...
Region 2
Nueva Vizcaya OFW center praised by OWWA, over 100 distressed workers receive aid
By Rachel Magday NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Region II has lauded the Nueva Vizcaya OFW Welfare Center for its role in connecting the agency with overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from the province, as the agency awarded livelihood and other assistance to more than...
Region 3
BCDA moves forward with CRK second runway project
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is now moving forward with the Clark International Airport (CRK) second runway project as it begins the detailed design phase, marking a key step in improving the airport’s efficiency and supporting long-term aviation growth in Central Luzon. Following a competitive bidding process, the...
Region 4 (a-b)
Batangas City pushes e-trike initiative
By Bhaby De Castro BATANGAS CITY, Philippines (PIA) — The Batangas City government is advancing its E-Trike Initiative Program which will deploy 10 e-trike units to support the city’s free ride service amid the rising fuel cost. As part of the initiative, the local government conducted a study to ensure that...
REGION 5
Naga roll out rooftop solar project, firms offer P1-M panels for free
NAGA CITY, Philippines — Mayor Leni Robredo is set to finalize an agreement with two private companies for the implementation of a solar power project for the Naga City government, following authorization from the Sangguniang Panlungsod to negotiate and enter into a formal contract. This came after the city government...
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Globe champions resilient, secure connectivity as President and CEO Carl Cruz joins GSMA 6G and anti-scam summit in Tokyo
As global uncertainty and digital threats intensify, Globe is calling for a more disciplined and people-focused approach to the future of connectivity. In Tokyo, Globe President and CEO Carl Cruz participated in two key international engagements, joining industry leaders to contribute to discussions on 6G and strengthen collective action against...
VIS-MIN
DOLE-NIR steps up child labor interventions, profiles nearly 6,000 cases across Negros Island
By Maria Jenifer C. Tilos DUMAGUETE CITY, Negros Oriental, Philippines (PIA) — The Department of Labor and Employment in Negros Island Region (DOLE-NIR) has strengthened its monitoring of nearly 6,000 profiled child laborers in the region, prioritizing them for government interventions. The Regional Council Against Child Labor (RCACL-NIR) convened to reinforce interagency...
Sports
Zambales LGU honors athletes after finishing 1st Runner-Up over-all in CLRAA 2026
By Ruben A.Veloria IBA, Zambales- The local provincial government of Zambales honored local athletes, coaches, and sports officials for finishing 1st Runner-Up over-all in this year’s Central Luzon Athletic Association (CLRAA) Meet. Board Member Rundy Ebdane, representing Gov. Hermogenes Ebdane Jr., greeted the athletes and delegates with celebratory beats...
LIFESTYLE
SM Supermalls bags top honor at 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards
Recognized as the Organization of the Year, SM Supermalls won 30 awards across diverse categories SM Supermalls continues to raise the bar for customer excellence after being named Organization of the Year at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, one of the region’s most prestigious programs recognizing innovation in business. The...
Business
BDO delivers โฑ20.1 billion net income in Q1 2026
Highlights: *Resilient results on sustained growth in core businesses *Gross loans grew by 16%, driven by broad‑based growth across all market segments *Asset quality continued to improve, with NPL ratio lower at 1.68% and NPL cover among the highest in the industry *Capital position remained strong, with a CET1 ratio...
Environment
Beating the dry spell: How Aboitiz Renewables’ run-of-river facilities keep the water moving
Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., the renewable energy arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), maintains active power generation for the Luzon grid by optimizing mountain water runoff across its facilities in Benguet and Mountain Province. Operating nine run-of-river hydropower plants in Benguet and one in Mountain Province, the company leverages the steep...
