Philippines
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Philippines, EU Eye Sustainable Agriculture Modernization and Trade at ECCP Forum
The forum highlighted how agriculture remains closely tied to food security, rural livelihoods, and national resilience, even as the sector continues to grapple with rising input costs, climate pressures, and global market volatility. ECCP President Paulo Duarte said the country is in a position to move beyond participation and take a more active leadership role
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PXP Energy Q1 Loss Widens on Higher Financing Costs, Forex Hit Despite Slight Revenue Growth
Petroleum revenues grew 2.4 percent to P20.9 million from P20.4 million, driven by a higher participating interest in the Galoc field. This was partly offset by a slight decline in volumes and lower crude prices. The company sold 156,983 barrels during the quarter, down from 157,381 barrels a year ago, while average crude prices fell
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– Botcha! NCRPO seizes 20 tons of double dead meat in Marikina raid
Published May 3, 2026 09:33 am When it comes to meat, beware of what you buy, and eat. And on the part of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) the best effort it could give is to run after those who compromise the safety of consumers for the sake of profit. On Thursday night, NCRPO
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– The first Nintendo Authorized store to open at SM Makati in May 2026
Published May 3, 2026 09:11 am Set to open its doors in May 2026, the first Nintendo Authorized store in the Philippines will be located at SM Makati, right in the heart of the city. This landmark launch represents a major milestone for the Filipino gaming community, offering a dedicated space where fans can fully immerse
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Over P230-k shabu seized in Las Piñas search warrant ops
The operation resulted in the recovery of six heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance suspected to be shabu, weighing approximately 35.15 grams with an estimated standard drug price of P239,020. The search was conducted by operatives of the Las Piñas City Police Station’s drug enforcement unit. The team acted by virtue
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– Mayor Isko cites 12K jobs, free healthcare at Sustainability Forum
Published Apr 30, 2026 12:46 pm | Updated Apr 30, 2026 02:18 pm Director of UST Office of Public Affairs Micha Lagniton, Business Development Manager Jordan Tan, Branded Content Group head Irish Lorenzo, Publisher Herminio “Sonny” Coloma Jr., President and Vice Chairman Dr. Emilio C. Yap III, Environment and Sustainability Editor Len Amadora, Sustainability Events Co-lead Philip
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– BDO commits ₱75 Billion to Prime Infra to advance large-scale pumped-storage projects for renewable energy
Business BDO commits ₱75 Billion to Prime Infra to advance large-scale pumped-storage projects for renewable energy Supporting Asia’s renewable energy transition Published Apr 30, 2026 10:38 am BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO), the Philippines’ largest bank, has committed ₱75 billion to support Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc.’s (Prime Infra) development of two major pumped storage hydroelectric power facilities
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61 Orange in Marikina: Discover Private Dining, Redefined
HOME Food 61 Orange in Marikina: Discover Private Dining, Redefined 61 Orange in Marikina introduces a new kind of culinary experience—a true “find dining” restaurant designed for those who seek something more intimate, more personal, and more meaningful. IMAGE from 61 Orange’s Instagram account Here, the concept is simple yet rare: only one reservation a
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5SOS set for Manila stop on ‘Everyone’s A Star!’ tour
Global pop-rock sensation 5 Seconds of Summer is set to return to Manila for a one-night-only show, bringing their Everyone’s A Star! World Tour to the SM Mall of Asia Arena on 12 November. Tickets will be available through multiple presale windows before the general onsale. The artist presale begins on 5 May at 10
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LRT-2 Santolan Station: LRTA gives update on free parking service
Shortly after sharing my experience with the free parking service at the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) Santolan Station, the system’s operators reached out to acknowledge my observations. The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) also confirmed that it does have plans to improve the parking area, but it could take a while. The agency
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– Senate panel waiting for DOF’s insight on bill seeking estate tax amnesty extension
Published Apr 30, 2026 02:20 pm The Senate is still waiting for the Department of Finance’s (DOF) insight on the bill seeking to extend the period of availment of estate tax amnesty. This, according to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, the primary committee chaired by Sen. Pia Cayetano that is tasked to oversee deliberations
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Quezon City Fire: Blaze Erupts in Payatas Barangay Area A as Homes and Stores Burn
On the same day that residents in NIA road were torched by a blaze, a separate fire incident tore through a residential area along Santan street in Barangay Payatas Area A in Quezon City. The fire, which started at around 1:13 p.m., quickly envelopped homes and small stores around the area, being raised to a
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Four high-value drug suspects collared in Rizal buy-bust
An evening operation conducted by the Station Drug Enforcement Team of the San Mateo Municipal Police Station, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency, resulted in the arrest of the suspects. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 150.58 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of P1,023,944, along with various drug
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– SN Aboitiz Power delivers record clean energy in 2025
SN Aboitiz Power Group, the leading Philippine renewable energy producer, generated 1.72 terawatt-hours of clean electricity last year, driven by high plant reliability and focus on expanding its green energy portfolio. In a statement, the company, a joint venture between Aboitiz Power Corp. and Norway’s Scatec ASA, reported an availability factor of 95.2 percent for
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BUS Manila fancon stop cancelled
The Manila leg of the BUS THE 1ST ASIA FANCON TOUR: THE FIRST LIGHT, featuring BUS, has been officially called off, according to Live Nation Philippines, citing unforeseen circumstances affecting the scheduled show. The event was originally set to take place on 24 May at the New Frontier Theater. Organizers confirmed that tickets purchased online will be automatically