Auto body industry seeks more funding for PUV modernization
THE Automotive Body Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (ABMAP) has asked the government to prioritize and provide more funding for the stalled Public Utility...
Hamas official says Trump’s remarks about taking over Gaza could ignite the region
CAIRO — Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said on Wednesday that US President Donald Trump’s remarks about taking over the Gaza Strip are “ridiculous”...
Trump administration puts on leave USAID staff globally in dramatic aid overhaul
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Tuesday announced that it was going to put on leave all directly hired employees of the US Agency...
India’s Finance ministry asks employees to avoid AI tools like ChatGPT, DeepSeek
NEW DELHI — India’s Finance ministry has asked its employees to avoid using artificial intelligence (AI) tools including ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes,...
Pfister-Dubberstein eyes semis
THE PHILIPPINES’ Marc Pfister and Kathleen Dubberstein smashed Qatar’s Mabarka Al-Abdulla and Nasser Abdulrahman Alyafei, 11-3, on Wednesday to remain unscathed in the curling mixed doubles event of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China.
Unbeaten Creamline faces unpredictable Chery Tiggo
CREAMLINE aims to keep its record immaculate as it shoots for win No. 8 against an unpredictable Chery Tiggo on Thursday in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena.
Celtics handle Cavaliers in battle of East’s best
DERRICK WHITE scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter to help the visiting Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to four...
Outstanding NG debt hits P16.05T
THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) outstanding debt hit P16.05 trillion at the end of 2024 amid higher debt issuances and a stronger dollar, the Bureau...
Philippines urged to take advantage of opportunities amid US-China trade war
THE PHILIPPINES could be an alternative investment destination for export-oriented firms amid a trade war between the United States and China.
Trump policies pose risks for PHL economy
THE PHILIPPINE ECONOMY may face pressure amid President Donald J. Trump’s policies, which could impact the currency, inflation and remittances, Fitch Ratings said.
Corporate registrations up 6% to 52,304 last year
NEW COMPANY registrations reached 52,304 in 2024, a 6% increase from 49,506 in 2023, supported by digital platforms that streamlined applications, the Securities and...
JLL: Adjust rates to boost office demand
OFFICE BUILDING developers may need to adjust rental rates or offer more favorable lease terms to attract tenants and stimulate demand in the current market, according to property services firm JLL Philippines.