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Philippines’ August PMI grows at fastest pace in nearly 10 years

PHILIPPINE manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace in nearly a decade in August, driven by stronger new orders and improved production efficiency, S&P Global said.

BusinessWorld 4h ago

Philippine peso hits fresh low P62.40 vs US dollar

THE PESO tumbled to a new low against the US dollar on Tuesday as hawkish signals from the US Federal Reserve and intensifying Middle East tensions lifted the greenback.

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Pantheon says BSP tightening cycle likely over as inflation to further ease

UNITED KINGDOM-BASED think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics sees the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) holding off on any further monetary policy tightening as it expects inflation to undershoot the centr

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Philippines’ foreign debt service bill climbs at end-May

THE Philippines’ debt service on foreign loans continued to rise as the government made higher principal payments as of May, preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed.

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BusinessWorld receives award from PIDS

BUSINESSWORLD received the “Daluyan ng Dunong: Outstanding Print/Online Media Partner” from the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS). This was part of the “Saliksik at Balita: PIDS Medi

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Jollibee advances global unit spinoff with HK listing plan

JOLLIBEE Foods Corp. (JFC) has selected Hong Kong (HK) as the proposed listing venue for its international business, replacing its earlier plan to pursue a US listing as it moves ahead with the separa

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DICT sees 2026 telco spending reaching P153 billion

THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) expects capital spending by major Philippine telecommunications companies (telcos) to reach as much as $2.45 billion, or about P152.8

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Meralco set to evaluate lowest bids for 600-MW supply

MANILA Electric Co. (Meralco) is set to evaluate the three lowest bids for its 600-megawatt (MW) baseload supply requirement, with offers from generators under San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp. (

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Solar Philippines sells P3 billion worth of SPNEC shares

SOLAR PHILIPPINES Power Project Holdings, Inc. (SPPHI), founded by businessman-turned-politician Leandro L. Leviste, has sold P3 billion worth of shares in SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC). SPPHI sold 2.4

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Metro Pacific Water sets P23-B five-year investment plan

METRO PACIFIC Water (MPW), a wholly owned subsidiary of Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), plans to invest about P23 billion over the next five years across its water businesses in

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A lifetime of art shaped by love for the Philippines

IN MARCH of last year, the passing of master modernist painter Juvenal Sansó gave shape to an idea for an exhibition. To honor the man’s contributions to Philippine art, Fundacion Sansó director Ricky

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Former Finance chief Dominguez joins Megaworld board

FORMER Finance Secretary Carlos “Sonny” G. Dominguez III has been appointed lead independent director of Megaworld Corp., the company said on Tuesday. Mr. Dominguez served as Finance secretary from 20

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An extraordinary love story for Filipino audiences

THE latest production of Theater Group Asia (TGA) is a beloved Broadway title, The Notebook: The Musical, which will have New York-based Filipino-American theater director Nicholas Polonio at the helm

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MGEN taps US, local firms for small modular reactor study

MERALCO PowerGen Corp. (MGEN), a subsidiary of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has tapped US engineering firm Sargent & Lundy (S&L) and AMH Philippines, Inc. (AMH) to study the potential deploy

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The impact of artificial intelligence on the youth: Liberal Arts

Pope Leo XIV rightly points out that the advance of information technologies and AI is rapidly rendering obsolete curricula that were designed for a different era.

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Arts & Culture (09/02/26)

THE exhibit Homage to Manansala’s Manila, presented by Art Forward Manila in partnership with the University of the Philippines Manila – Museum of a History of Ideas (UPM-MHI), is running until Sept.

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Yuchengco firm’s Pangasinan solar farm gets ERC nod for commercial operations

YUCHENGCO-LED PetroGreen Energy Corp. (PGEC) is set to begin commercial operations of its 25-megawatt-peak (MWp) solar farm in Pangasinan after securing a permit from the Energy Regulatory Commission

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Striking a balance on the issue of corn

Corn may not be a common item on Filipino families’ plates, but it is present on their tables in ways not obviously seen. Corn makes up 50% to 60% of feed formulations, and accounts for 60% to 70% of

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Short-term yields jump on US-Iran fears

THE GOVERNMENT made a partial award of the short-term debt it offered on Tuesday as yields climbed due to a global bond sell-off after the United States and Iran exchanged attacks again, reigniting in

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SM Supermalls to expand key malls as tenant demand grows

SM SUPERMALLS is expanding key malls across the country, including a 30% increase in gross leasable area (GLA) at SM City Sto. Tomas in Batangas amid strong tenant demand. The mall operator is also ad

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Startup turns calamansi waste into versatile food ingredient

ILOILO-BASED startup CirPro Innovations is turning discarded calamansi peels into liquid pectin, a fruit-based gelling agent, as it seeks to cut food waste while creating a higher-value ingredient fro

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We test blood pressure. Why don’t we test mental health?

The recent shooting incidents in Philippine schools have understandably triggered alarm among parents, educators, and government officials. In August, a Grade 9 student at Ateneo de Zamboanga Universi

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Smooth elections could draw foreign funds back to Philippines — BDO Capital

A SMOOTH ELECTION and political transition could help revive foreign investor interest in the Philippines and improve market sentiment, BDO Capital and Investment Corp. President Eduardo V. Francisco

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SSS looks to grow investment income to P71B by yearend

THE SOCIAL Security System (SSS) aims to grow its investment income to P71.41 billion by the end of this year, driven mainly by government securities. This will come from total investments estimated a

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Student turns baking hobby into pastry business success

SAMMIE BAKES, an online pastry shop based in Angono, Rizal, has expanded from a home-based venture into a growing business serving customers in Rizal and Metro Manila, driven by demand for its cheesec

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FedEx names Garrick Thompson managing director for Philippines

LOGISTICS PROVIDER Federal Express Corp. (FedEx) has appointed Garrick Thompson as managing director for the Philippines following the retirement of Maribeth E. Espinosa. Mr. Thompson previously serve

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Superbench, HitPay team up on AI payment tool for small enterprises

CUSTOMER engagement platform Superbench and payment infrastructure provider HitPay have launched an integrated tool that combines artificial intelligence (AI), booking and payment functions for busine

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Losing property to the government: A broader approach in combatting illegal POGO activities

On Aug. 24, following its required publication, the Rules on the Civil Forfeiture of POGO-Related Assets, take effect. The Rules set out the judicial process for forfeiting property and other assets c

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AREIT, Inc. to conduct 2026 Special Meeting of Stockholders virtually on Sept. 23

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How PSEi member stocks performed — September 1, 2026

Here’s a quick glance at how PSEi stocks fared on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

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DepEd under VP Sara accused of misrepresenting military | The wRap

Today’s headlines: Sara Duterte, Leandro Leviste, Malacañang

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Lotto draw results, September 1, 2026

Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Check these out. READ MORE: Lotto draw results, August 31, 2026 Lotto draw results,

Inquirer 6h ago

Highlights: Day 20 of Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Sept. 1, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – Two Philippine Army officers took center stage at Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial on Tuesday as they testified about military certifications that the Department o

Inquirer 6h ago

Comelec: 74 million voters expected in 2028 elections

MANILA, Philippines — The number of voters in the 2028 elections is expected to reach around 74 million, up from the 68 million recorded in the 2025 polls, according to Comelec Chair George Garcia. “N

Inquirer 6h ago

DepEd: National Simultaneous School Safety Drill set on Sept. 3

MANILA – The National Simultaneous School Safety Drill is set on Thursday, September 3, with the exercise focusing on institutional preparedness for active threat scenarios while ensuring strict safeg

Inquirer 6h ago

Lotto results: No jackpot winners in Sept. 1 draws

MANILA, Philippines—No bettor won the jackpots in the Ultra Lotto 6/58, Super Lotto 6/49 and Lotto 6/42 draws on Tuesday, Sept. 1, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The Ultra Lot

Inquirer 7h ago

UCLM Baby Webmasters open Cesafi Season 26 with 42-point rout

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) Baby Webmasters made an early statement in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation Inc. (Cesafi) Season 26 high school basketb

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Duterte defense urges ICC to order prosecutors to refile charges

MANILA, Philippines — The defense team of former President Rodrigo Duterte has urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III to order prosecutors to “refile” the charges against him.

Inquirer 7h ago

Thailand cuts visa-free stay for dozens of nations starting Sept. 15

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand will cut the visa-free stay for tourists from more than 60 countries and territories by half to 30 days starting September 15, the Foreign Ministry said said. Touris

Inquirer 7h ago

Rice imports may hit 5M tons amid drought, monsoon risks – DA

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines may need to import as much as five million metric tons of rice to secure stocks as storms, monsoon rains, and a developing El Niño drought threaten the harvest, A

Inquirer 7h ago

Months before ICC trial, Duterte wants prosecution to refile cases vs him

Former president Rodrigo Duterte wants the prosecution to refile a document that 'frames the charges in terms of counts with a defined scope, being crimes under the ICC Statute'

Rappler 7h ago

Creamline reaps rewards of Jaja Santiago’s presence

MANILA, Philippines — Creamline showed a preview of how dangerous an 11-time champion club could be when a towering and international player, Jaja Santiago-Minowa, joined their winning culture after w

Inquirer 7h ago

Escudero bars listening devices from VP Duterte impeachment trial

MANILA, Philippines — Witnesses at Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial are prohibited from possessing or accessing earpieces, mobile phones, smartwatches, and similar communication devices

Inquirer 7h ago

Sandiganbayan drops plunder, graft raps vs Bonoan

Updated at 10:03 P.M. MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division dropped the plunder and graft charges against former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan. “He (Bonoan) is no

Inquirer 7h ago

Michael Poa as witness: Good or bad idea for the prosecution?

Poa's wealth of legal experience is evident every time he does cross-examination for the defense. He is calm and collected, but extracts the information needed by the defense.

Rappler 7h ago

PH needs 10 to 12 mega food hubs to boost food distribution – DA

MANILA, Philippines — The country needs at least 10 to 12 mega food hubs to help farmers and fisherfolk distribute their goods more efficiently, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said on

Inquirer 7h ago

NBI warns public of scams using IMSI catchers

MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday warned the public against online scams involving mobile phone eavesdropping devices known as cell site simulators or International

Inquirer 8h ago

Thailand shortens visa-free stays for dozens of nations from Sept. 15

BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand will halve the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 60 countries and territories to 30 days, effective September 15, the foreign ministry said Tuesday. To

Inquirer 8h ago

Venus Williams bows out of her 26th US Open with 1st-round loss

NEW YORK — Venus Williams bowed out of her 26th U.S. Open singles appearance early Monday morning, falling in straight sets to fellow American wild card Sofia Kenin after not getting on the court unti

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POCO F9 Series debuts in the Philippines with flagship power and 185FPS gaming

POCO, a leading technology brand among young tech enthusiasts, today unveiled POCO F9 Ultra and POCO F9 Pro, continuing the F Series’ legacy in the premium flagship market. Built for ultimate pe

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Filipino couple married in hip-deep floodwaters

MANILA, Philippines — A couple tied the knot on Tuesday at a Catholic church swamped in hip-deep waters, as heavy rains have pummelled large parts of the country for a month. Clutching a bouquet of wh

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CSC: Cap on gov’t workers under contracts, job orders must be studied

MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Service Commission (CRS) on Tuesday said that caps of employees under Job Order (JO) and Contract of Service (COS) in government agencies must be studied after lawmaker

Inquirer 8h ago

Marcos asked me to resign, says ex-DPWH chief

MANILA, Philippines — Manuel Bonoan, ex-Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary, said that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asked him to resign from his post a year ago amid public outrage over the f

Inquirer 8h ago

What prompted Escudero’s reminder on digital devices ban at impeachment trial?

Impeachment court presiding officer Chiz Escudero debunks social media posts showing OVP Assistant Chief of Staff Lemuel Ortonio purportedly wearing an earpiece while testifying during Duterte's impea

Rappler 8h ago

Comelec seeks bigger budget for 2027 as it prepares for 2028 elections

Speaking at a House budget hearing, Comelec Chairman George Garcia says P9.12 billion was cut from the poll body's budget for preparation for the national and local elections

Rappler 9h ago

Purple harvest: Safeguarding the future of the ube industry

As demand for ube surges worldwide, Leyte farmers call for laws that may help stop raw ube from being sold abroad

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LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

Bookmark this page for Rappler's comprehensive coverage of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial at the Senate

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‘No irregularity’ in use of AFP certification for DepEd confi funds liquidation – defense

'The certification was also issued for what legal, whatever legal purpose it may serve,' defense lead counsel Sheila Sison says

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Pilandok intensifies into tropical storm

Pilandok has intensified into a tropical storm, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reported.

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Duterte defense team wants prosecution to ‘reframe’ charges

The defense team of former president Rodrigo Duterte wants the prosecution to “reframe” the crimes against humanity charges against him and file an updated document before the pre-trial ch

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Marcos to lead peace consciousness month celebration

Acknowledging that the peace-building efforts in Mindanao is not yet finished, President Marcos yesterday vowed to ensure that the elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao&nbsp

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JBC invites 5 senior justices to apply for CJ position

Five senior justices of the Supreme Court have been “invited” to apply for the position of chief justice ahead of the retirement of Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo on Nov. 6.

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P37.49 billion ‘pork barrel’ for LGUs flagged

Makabayan lawmakers have condemned the Marcos administration for its handling of the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027, saying it still reeks of pork barrel funds allotted to local gover

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PNP tightens security at pumping stations

Police have tightened security at flood control facilities in Metro Manila following reports of theft of parts and equipment that disrupted operations amid strong monsoon rains last week.

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AMLC: Freeze order issued vs lawmaker’s assets

The Anti-Money Laundering Council has secured a Court of Appeals order freezing 55 bank accounts and four insurance policies tied to an unnamed lawmaker associated with government projects worth

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DBM Oks P10.38 billion for zero balance billing

The Department of Budget and Management has approved the release of P10.38 billion to support the implementation of the Zero Balance Billing program, aimed at easing the financial burden of

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MPTC steps up flood fixes, eyes measures to support motorists

The Metro Pacific Tollways Corp., owner and operator of the North Luzon Expressway, is taking initiatives to speed up flood prevention measures on affected portions of its expressways.

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Witness unaware certification used to justify DepEd secret funds

An Army officer who helped oversee the military’s Youth Leadership Summit said he had no idea the certifications he issued for the activity would be used by the Department of Education&nbsp

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Haze and air quality index: Things to know

Here's what you should know about air quality indexes and how they help identify the health risks brought by haze

Rappler 8h ago

[Walang Pasok] Class suspensions, Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Here is a list of areas where classes are suspended for Wednesday, September 2, 2026, due to the effects of the southwest monsoon

Rappler 10h ago

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