K-pop’s BLACKPINK returns with new release after more than 3 years
SEOUL — K-pop superstars BLACKPINK released their new EP, entitled DEADLINE, on Friday, the first release from the group in more than three years...
Villar Land faces DoJ subpoenas, vows full cooperation
THE Department of Justice (DoJ) has initiated subpoenas on Villar Land Holdings Corp., its related entities, and key officers following a criminal complaint filed...
Songs for when too much is about to happen
A LOT of time has passed since the late 2010s, when Japanese-American musician Mitski was an indie darling among depressed millennials grappling with the initial pangs of adulthood.
Gov’t fully awards T-bills at higher rates on inflation fears
THE GOVERNMENT made a full award of the Treasury bills (T-bills) it offered on Monday even as average rates went up week on week...
MREIT posts 18% rise in 2025 distributable income
MREIT, INC. reported an 18% increase in its 2025 distributable income to P3.7 billion from P3.2 billion in 2024, supported by stronger occupancy rates...
David Ellison is shaking up CBS News; CNN looks to be next
DURING his Thursday night newscast, CNN anchor Jake Tapper found himself in an awkward position: reporting on the sale of his employer, Warner Bros....
RCBC looks to raise at least P5B via sustainability bonds
RIZAL COMMERCIAL Banking Corp. (RCBC) is targeting to raise at least P5 billion from an offering of three-year fixed-rate ASEAN Sustainability bonds.
The planned issuance...
BSP ‘optimistic’ on hitting digital payments goal
THE PHILIPPINES could still hit its digital payments target by 2028 if it can advance developments in cross-border payments, lower transfer fees, and increase...
From intent to empowerment in the workplace
By Ma. Aurora D. Geotina-Garcia
As more workplaces claim inclusivity as a core part of their mission and objectives, more important is the need to monitor, track, and evaluate...
South Luzon remains key to industrial expansion — Colliers
By Julius Guevara and Joey Roi Bondoc
Last week, we discussed the rising competitiveness of Central Luzon as an industrial hub, particularly Pampanga, Bulacan, and Tarlac. This piece now highlights South Luzon’s prominence as the most competitive industrial hub in the Philippines.
A crisis lurks as Asians bring money back home
LAST MAY, the Taiwan dollar led historic rallies in Asia amid speculation that President Donald Trump would ask exporting nations to lift the value of their currencies as part of trade deals with the US.
Palafox pushes smart cities plan, partners with Elsal Ventures
ARCHITECTURE and urban planning firm Palafox Associates said it remains optimistic about advancing its smart cities initiative despite governance and economic challenges.
“We’re busier this...
