Infrastructure spending improves
THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) spending on infrastructure jumped by 17% in June as it increased disbursements for completed public works projects, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said.
Loan growth to pick up in 2025
LOAN GROWTH is seen to improve next year as the Philippine central bank is expected to further cut policy rates, S&P Global Ratings said.
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Lower airfares likely as CAB cuts fuel surcharge
LOCAL AIRLINES anticipate an increase in passenger volume, following the reduction of fuel surcharges on airfares in September.
Going way beyond movie popcorn
THE MOVIES may have always been the highlight, but movie snacks have always been a great part of going out. And one of the best-known movie snacks out there, Taters, turned 30 this year.
Meralco gives more time for 400-MW power supply bids
MANILA Electric Co. (Meralco) has extended the deadline for firms to submit bids for its 400-megawatt (MW) power supply requirement for next year to...
Not just a cookbook
THE ULTIMATE FILIPINO ADOBO by Claude Tayag might catch your eye at the bookstore by making you think that you’re about to make the...
PHL assures Netflix of industry support amid VAT discussions
FINANCE Secretary Ralph G. Recto recently met with senior officials of streaming platform operator Netflix, Inc. to clarify the proposed value-added tax (VAT) law...
Dining In/Out (08/22/24)
KENNY Rogers Roasters’ new recipe for Flamin’ Hot Pepper Roast and Ribs goes beyond the usual.
SEC warns against investing in Glass Coin, Vaultrade
THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) cautioned the public against investing in Glass Coin and Vaultrade, as neither is registered to solicit investments.
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Burn more fuel to stop air travel cooking the planet
By David Fickling
AIRLINES aren’t always the best allies in the fight against climate change. But one place where they’re world leaders is in their fanatical drive...
Skills dev’t, partnerships to help boost Philippines’ AI readiness
SINGAPORE — Philippine organizations can improve their artificial intelligence (AI) readiness by tapping technology partners, putting in place governance frameworks, and upskilling their workforce, International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) officials said.
Women empowerment
By Marvin Tort
A story in this paper yesterday caught my eye: “Women representation on boards of listed companies should be mandatory.” This was a position stated...