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LTFRB: 60% jeepney consolidation in NCR ‘more than enough’ for commuters

MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is “confident” that at least 60% of jeepneys in Metro Manila will consolidate before the deadline passes on...

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In the age of generative AI, Philippine outsourcing is here to stay 

The foundation of the Philippine outsourcing industry is the population’s English language proficiency, the Filipino can-do attitude, and admittedly, the cheap cost of labor. The industry contributes...

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WESM to suspend operations during red alerts as power rates soar amid heat

MANILA, Philippines – The Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) is temporarily stopping operations in Luzon and the Visayas during red alerts in a bid to curb rising power rates. This move stems...

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DOST study finds majority in music industry have salaries below P20,000

MANLA, Philippines – Although celebrity Filipino musicians such as Lea Salonga, Gary V., Arnel Pineda, and Jose Mari Chan have attained fame and fortune, a majority of Filipinos in the music industry...

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Hello Hong Kong! HK Express to start Clark-Hong Kong route soon

MANILA, Philippines – Budget airline HK Express will soon be flying between Hong Kong and Clark International Airport (CRK). HK Express, the low-cost carrier fully owned by Cathay Pacific, will...

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Negros Occidental marks 105 years of its sugar industry, economic pillar

BACOLOD, Philippines – Officials of Negros Occidental, a province dubbed as the “Sugar Bowl of the Philippines,” overflowed with pride as they joined the over century-old Victorias Milling Company...

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To beat the heat, Filipinos buy more than 1,000 aircons a day on credit, says...

MANILA, Philippines – If you recently bought an air conditioner in hopes of escaping this summer’s excessive heat, you’re definitely not alone. Consumer finance company Home Credit has reported a...

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Meet the Filipinos in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 2024 list

MANILA, Philippines – Seven Filipinos made it to the inaugural Forbes 30 Under 30, which recognizes young individuals under 30 years old for their contributions and achievements in various industries....

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Aboitiz InfraCapital drops bid for controversial water project in Negros...

BACOLOD, Philippines – Aboitiz InfraCapital has dropped its bid for the controversial P1.2 billion bulk water project in Negros Occidental. Negros Occidental Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II...

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Tesla doing damage-control, discounts for European fleet buyers

LONDON, United Kingdom – Tesla is working to appease some European leasing companies after the automaker’s repeated retail price cuts tanked their fleets’ value and its slow service and expensive...

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Negros Occidental marks 105 years of its sugar industry, economic pillar

BACOLOD, Philippines – Officials of Negros Occidental, a province dubbed as the “Sugar Bowl of the Philippines,” overflowed with pride as they joined the over century-old Victorias Milling Company...

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Aboitiz InfraCapital drops bid for controversial water project in Negros...

BACOLOD, Philippines – Aboitiz InfraCapital has dropped its bid for the controversial P1.2 billion bulk water project in Negros Occidental. Negros Occidental Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II...

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Ateneo commits to 100% renewable energy in Loyola Heights campus

MANILA, Philippines – Ateneo de Manila University has committed to a fully renewable energy future following a supply agreement that it signed with Shell Energy Philippines and SolX Technologies on...

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Gatchalian files bill seeking to outlaw POGOs

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has filed a bill seeking to outlaw Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) following the industry’s links to various forms of crimes, and the...

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[Finterest] How to earn on TikTok Shop, according to the app’s top vendors

MANILA, Philippines – What do the world’s biggest food and beverage company and a small carinderia in Bicol have in common? They have both found massive success in TikTok Shop. Nestlé Philippines is...

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Brands turn to BINI in Gen Z market race

MANILA, Philippines – Several brands have turned to the star power of BINI, the P-Pop girl group behind viral hits like “Pantropiko” and “Salamin, Salamin,” as companies navigate the peculiar...

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Growing middle class: Filipinos turn to more expensive imported alcohol

MANILA, Philippines – Here’s another sign of an expanding Philippine middle class. Filipinos who consume hard drinks are shifting to more expensive imported spirits, according to billionaire Lucio...

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Could the Grand Westside Hotel soon be Megaworld’s first 5-star property?

Megaworld Hotels and Resorts (MHR) is targeting to open the country’s biggest hotel within this June, and if things go right, it could be Filipino billionaire Andrew Tan-led company’s first five-star...

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Speaker Romualdez expands media business, launches digital TV channel

MANILA, Philippines – House Speaker Martin Romualdez is expanding his broadcast business with the launch of a digital television channel.  Prime TV Philippines (not to be confused with Amazon’s Prime...

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Explore Taiwan: 14-day visa-free entry for Filipinos extended until July 2025

MANILA, Philippines – For those planning a visit to the “Heart of Asia” soon, you won’t have to fret about requirements as Taiwan continues to welcome Filipinos visa-free until July 2025. On June 4,...

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