Apple poised for iPhone sales boost on strong Pro demand

Apple's quarterly results on Thursday are expected to show the company can spark a strong iPhone upgrade cycle even without the flashy artificial intelligence...

Ex-Philippines president Duterte appeals ICC jurisdiction ruling, demands release 

THE HAGUE — Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, has appealed last week's decision by the International Criminal Court to continue its...

Trump says Gaza ceasefire holds, Israel has right to hit back if attacked

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE/JERUSALEM — US President Donald J. Trump said on Wednesday that a US-backed ceasefire in Gaza was not at risk after...

China says it ‘absolutely will not’ rule out use of force over Taiwan

BEIJING/TAIPEI — China “absolutely will not” rule out using force over Taiwan, a government spokesperson said on Wednesday, striking a much tougher tone than...

Trump says US law blocks bid for a third presidential term

WASHINGTON — US President Donald J. Trump appeared to close the door on seeking a third term in office, acknowledging that the Constitution bars...

India, EU need more talks on steel, autos, carbon levy for trade deal

NEW DELHI — India and the European Union (EU) agreed that issues related to steel, automobiles, carbon levies and other EU regulations require further...

Vista Land celebrates four consecutive years of corporate governance recognition

Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., one of the country’s leading integrated property developers, proudly received two Golden Arrows at the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard...

Smart introduces new premium plan for power users

Smart Communications, Inc., through its Smart Infinity premium postpaid brand has launched a new top tier plan. Called the Infinity Plus Plan 9500, the...

Philippines, Canada to sign troop access pact 

The Philippines and Canada will sign a defense pact later this week granting greater access for troops in each other’s territories, according to Manila’s Defense department, as it seeks to deepen security ties with its allies amid lingering South China Sea tensions. 

ACEN RES clinches third consecutive gold at Stevie® International Business Awards in Lisbon

ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES), the Ayala group’s retail electricity unit, clinched its third consecutive gold award at the 2025 Stevie International Business...

Megawide sustains strong Corporate Governance Practices, earns two new Golden Arrows from ICD

Megawide Construction Corporation (“Megawide” or the “Company”) once again earned distinction at the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) Golden Arrow Recognition Ceremony held on...

Global firms slash jobs amid weak sentiment, AI push

Companies around the globe have ramped up job cuts, with blue-chips from Amazon to Nestle and UPS reining in spending while consumer sentiment dims...