U.S. Military provides logistics support for disaster relief operations in Luzon

MANILA, July 31, 2025—Following a request from the Philippine government and in coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command deployed Marine Corps and Air Force Ospreys and Air Force MC-130Js in support of Philippine government disaster response operations to deliver life-saving relief items to communities in Northern Luzon recently… Read More U.S. Military provides logistics support for disaster relief operations in Luzon

BSP complex in New Clark City moves full steam ahead, after BCDA nod

NEW CLARK CITY — On July 9, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) approved the detailed development plan of the New Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Security Complex in New Clark City in Tarlac. This move paves the way for the full-scale development of one of the country’s most significant decentralization efforts to date.… Read More BSP complex in New Clark City moves full steam ahead, after BCDA nod

Cebu Pacific wins bronze at 2025 Economic Times Human Capital Awards

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has earned Bronze in the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) category at the 2025 Economic Times Human Capital Awards (ETHCA). It is the only Southeast Asian carrier recognized among this year’s honorees. The ETHCA celebrates organizations demonstrating outstanding human resource practices and people-first strategies. This recognition underscores CEB’s… Read More Cebu Pacific wins bronze at 2025 Economic Times Human Capital Awards

Converge Global Business is HPE Philippines Service Provider of the Year

MANILA | July 29, 2025 — The corporate and large enterprise unit of leading fixed broadband and technology provider, Converge ICT Solutions Inc. – Converge Global Business – has been recognized with the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Philippines Service Provider of the Year Award for the fiscal year 2024, for demonstrating exceptional commitment and drive… Read More Converge Global Business is HPE Philippines Service Provider of the Year

SEC charges Creditable Lending for abusive collection practices

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed criminal complaints against the employees, officers and owners of Creditable Lending Corporation, the operator of online lending application Easypeso, for engaging in abusive collection practices. Through an inquest proceeding on July 17, the SEC, together with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the National Privacy Commission… Read More SEC charges Creditable Lending for abusive collection practices

5,832 evacuees, P1.69-B damages as ‘Habagat’ drenches Zambales

By HENRY EMPEÑO | July 24, 2025 MASINLOC, Zambales — More Zambales residents evacuated their homes in coastal communities and low-lying areas on Wednesday and Thursday, as protective dikes gave way due to severe flooding and storm surges brewed by heavy rains from the “Habagat” or the southwest monsoon. The Zambales Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction… Read More 5,832 evacuees, P1.69-B damages as ‘Habagat’ drenches Zambales

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PHL to get P3-Billion U.S. foreign assistance

THE Philippines will receive $60 million in foreign aid from the United States to support its energy, maritime, and economic growth programs, according to a statement from the United States Embassy in Manila on Wednesday, July 23. The U.S. Department of State announced the assistance equivalent to “at least P3 billion” following a meeting between… Read More PHL to get P3-Billion U.S. foreign assistance

160 households ‘graduate’ from 4Ps in Zambales town

By Reia G. Pabelonia | July 22, 2025 BOTOLAN, Zambales (PIA) —About 160 households in Botolan, Zambales graduated from the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) after overcoming poverty and achieving self-sufficiency. Their case folders were officially endorsed by the Municipal Action Team to the local government,… Read More 160 households ‘graduate’ from 4Ps in Zambales town

BREWING LOCAL: SM’S COFFEE FEST SHOWCASES MSME’S

Local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are part of the main event this year’s Coffee Fest at SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown. Coffee Fest project brings together a curated exhibit of proudly local coffee products — from freshly roasted beans and specialty brews to homemade pastries and coffee-inspired treats. This… Read More BREWING LOCAL: SM’S COFFEE FEST SHOWCASES MSME’S