Converge shrugged off a slow start and dismantled NorthPort, 111-92, to regain its winning form in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City Friday, May 16. Fresh off an 85-66 setback to Ginebra that ended their three-game win streak last weekend, the FiberXers...
The PSEi managed to close almost flat despite weaker economic data released both in the US and in the Philippines. The main index shed 1.33 points or 0.02 percent to close at 6,465.53 with sectoral indices evenly divided. Volume was relatively stable at 730 million shares worth P6.59 billion as...
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has partnered with CTBC Bank (Philippines) Corp. to promote the Philippines as an attractive investment destination. In a statement, the investment promotion agency (IPA) said PEZA Director General Tereso Panga and CTBC Bank President and Chief...
The maritime version of the Kadiwa program which directly benefits fishermen would continue until the end of President Marcos ' term. It will be sustained until 2028 in order to help fishermen improve their income, address food security concerns, and maintain the country 's presence in...
The acquisition of the fixed-income bourse boosted the earnings of the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE), which reported a 5.1 percent uptick in its net income for the first quarter of 2025 to ₱254.67 million from ₱242.38 million in the same period last year. The PSE said financial...
Industry groups are urging the government to rationalize the excise tax system, warning that the current structure is fueling the illicit trade of cigarettes and alternative products, jeopardizing government finances and public health. They said the existing tax framework is misaligned with market...
2LT Matteo Guidicelli prepares to jump out of a military plane during his training for the Philippine Army Reserve Force 2LT Matteo Guidicelli, a proud reservist, shared his exhilarating experience of leaping from a military plane. This daring act transformed his fears into triumph during his...
The PSEi fell as cautious investors continued to take profits while digesting mixed first quarter earnings reports. The main index dropped 84.95 points or 1.30 percent to close at 6,466.86 as Miners led the retreat although Conglomerates bucked the trend by advancing. Volume declined to 1.54...
A man is now hiding from authorities after forcefully throwing a dog to the ground while drunk in Barangay Santolan, Pasig, on Tuesday, May 13. In a now-viral video, the man, wearing a black shirt, is seen holding the dog and suddenly throwing it to the ground, causing the dog to cry out in pain....
Magnolia flexed its might and manhandled Meralco, 117-92, to stay unblemished in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila on Wednesday evening, May 14. The Hotshots stamped their class from start to finish en route to their sixth win in as many outings to remain on top...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has intensified efforts to attract Muslim travelers from the Gulf region by enhancing Halal-compliant services and strengthening diplomatic ties to establish the Philippines as a preferred Muslim-friendly destination. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco...
The 16th Philippine SME Business Expo (PHILSME 2025) successfully concluded at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia, showcasing the vital role of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the Philippine economy and offering them pathways for expansion through networking, innovation, and accessible...
