THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is solidifying its commitment to the growth of small businesses by providing discounted rates on certain transactions to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The Commission on July 16 issued Memorandum Circular No. 8, Series of 2025, aimed at Further Supporting the Growth and Expansion of MSMEs by Providing… Read More SEC gives up to 50% filing fee discounts to MSMEs
CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, has reached a historic milestone as it becomes the first local carrier to operate a 100-strong fleet with the delivery of its latest aircraft—a brand new A330neo. The A330neo is also the 12th aircraft of its kind to join CEB’s fleet, reinforcing the airline’s position as the… Read More Cebu Pacific reaches 100th aircraft delivery with new A330neo; first in PH history
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Stakeholders of the Subic Bay Freeport received free medical attention and also learned basic emergency medical procedures during a health caravan organized by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) at the Subic Bay Gymnasium on July 17. The health caravan was a two-in-one event that featured Hands-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated… Read More SBMA health caravan benefits 618 stakeholders
MANILA, July 16, 2025 — In response to the growing travel demand between Manila and Taipei, AirAsia Philippines has ramped up its flight frequency to Taiwan’s capital from 14 to 17 times weekly starting this July. The move comes after AirAsia Philippines recorded a strong average load factor of 85% on its Taipei route, underscoring… Read More AirAsia Philippines now serving Taipei with 17 flights a week
By Mark Anthony G. Pangan | July 16, 2025 ANGELES CITY (PIA)—Youth creativity and patriotism took center stage during the “Sining Para sa Karagatan ng West Philippine Sea (WPS) Atin ito: WPS Victory Day Exhibit and Poster Making Contest,” held at SM City Clark, in line with the 9th anniversary of the 2016 Permanent court of… Read More Central Luzon youth art champions sovereignty in WPS Victory Day contest
IN a renewed bid to harness the country’s vast marine potential, Senator Alan Peter Cayetano is once again championing the creation of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resource (DFAR) — a specialized agency focused solely on the development, management, and protection of the country’s fisheries and aquatic resources. “The Philippines, being an archipelago with… Read More Cayetano renews push for creation of Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resource
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) officially handed over ₱1,465,478,485.70 in revenue earnings to the National Treasury, demonstrating a steady income flow from the business community in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. In a simple ceremony, SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño presented the proceeds to Finance Secretary Ralph… Read More SBMA turns over ₱1.465-B revenue to national coffers
By E.H. EDEJER | July 15, 2025 MASINLOC, Zambales — Authorities in Zambales warned fishermen and residents of coastal communities late Monday to take immediate precaution against potential falling debris from a Chinese rocket scheduled for launching from Hainan, China sometime between July 15 and 17. The Zambales Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Monitoring Office… Read More Zambales fishers, coastal villagers warned of debris from Chinese rocket launch
By Mark Anthony G. Pangan | July 14, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Central Luzon highlighted the current population situation in the country, citing the need for sustained family planning initiatives amid continuous population growth. According to the 2020 official census, the population of the Philippines… Read More CPD notes declining but steady population growth in Central Luzon
IN celebration of SM Supermalls’ 40th anniversary, through its flagship literacy program SM Book Nook, is calling on communities nationwide to help spark the joy of reading by donating pre-loved books as part of the SM Book Nook Book Donation Drive, starting July 7, 2025 in all SM malls across the country. Anchored on the… Read More SM BOOK NOOK LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE BOOK DONATION DRIVE
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