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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is advancing reforms in pricing, project approvals, and market rules to encourage power investments that support reliable service and reasonable electricity costs. In his keynote address, “Enabling Investments Through Regulation: Pricing, Approvals & Market Stability,” at the 3rd Philippine Power Plant Energy Summit, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino […]
Different generations of Filipino chess and billiard athletes came together as Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera welcomed young athletes, professional athletes, and veteran sports personalities during a courtesy visit at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Joining Rivera during the courtesy call are Commissioner Angel Bautista and Supervising Administrative Officer […]
Government seized P11.6 billion worth of smuggled agricultural products in 67 operations during a 17-month period, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order to intensify the campaign against acts deemed as economic sabotage. The stepped up drive also led to the filing of administrative or criminal complaints against 218 persons, which Malacañang assured will be pursued […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has reiterated the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to equity in infrastructure, emphasizing that classroom allocations must be responsive to school needs and directed toward areas facing the most severe shortages. Secretary Angara highlighted that DepEd is embedding data-driven criteria into its construction strategy, while acknowledging a report from the Second […]
Vena Energy is advancing 2.6 GWp of renewable energy capacity in the Philippines, comprising projects under construction and contracted projects, supported by a planned ₱2453-billion investment. These projects will strengthen the country’s clean power supply and support the electricity needs of rapidly growing industries. Singapore-headquartered Vena Energy presented these expansion plans during a business meeting […]
The Department of Agriculture opened a solar- and wind-powered modular cold storage facility and a P51.5-million slaughterhouse in San Jose, Camarines Sur that is expected to reduce post-harvest losses, improve meat-handling services, and expand income opportunities for farmers, fisherfolk, and livestock raisers. Similar modular, renewable-energy power cold storage facilities were also turned over by the […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) filed two criminal complaints before the Department of Justice (DOJ) involving combined assessed tax liabilities of ₱45.07 million for taxable years 2017 and 2018. The complaints were filed against Interserve Management & Manpower Resources, Inc. (IMMRI) and its responsible corporate officers, and against a proprietress, for alleged violations of […]
In celebration of October as Scouting Month, the Department of Education (DepEd) is strengthening Scouting in basic education as a key co-curricular platform for developing learners who are ready to lead, serve, respond to emergencies, and contribute meaningfully to their schools and communities. Through the proposed strengthened policy, DepEd aims to shift Scouting beyond occasional […]
Philippine pineapple and abaca fibers took the global spotlight at AgriThreads: From Farm to Sustainable Fashion Innovation Challenge, a featured session of the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) World Food Forum (WFF) 2026 flagship event in Rome, Italy. The showcase highlighted the potential of the Philippines’ agricultural resources to shape the future of sustainable fashion […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), represented by Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan, underscored the importance of regulatory compliance, transparency, and accountability in strengthening the resilience of the Philippine electricity market during the WESM Compliance Officers (WCO) Summit 2026. Delivering his keynote address titled “Regulatory Compliance and Market Resilience: Preparing for the Future of […]