BCDA eyes expansion, extension of SCTEX major interchanges

By Shane F. Velasco | October 10, 2025 CLARK FREEPORT ZONE, Pampanga (PIA) — Major interchanges along the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) are set to be expanded and extended by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) amid the continuous increase in traffic volume. BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua Bingcang disclosed during the Philippine… Read More BCDA eyes expansion, extension of SCTEX major interchanges

Masinloc mango farms eyed for Zambales Mango Green Valley Project

By HENRY EMPEÑO MASINLOC, Zambales — Agriculture personnel and farm experts visited selected mango orchards in this town on October 8 to assess their possible inclusion in the provincial government’s revitalized mango production program. Mayor Hazel Lim and some local mango producers toured the visiting experts led by Samahan ng Magmamangga ng Zambales (SMZ) president… Read More Masinloc mango farms eyed for Zambales Mango Green Valley Project

San Marcelino Accounting Office among PH’s most outstanding

SAN MARCELINO, Zambales — The Association of Government Accountants of the Philippines, Inc. (AGAP) has recognized the local government of San Marcelino for having one of the Outstanding Accounting Offices for CY 2024. San Marcelino LGU representatives Madeline Amigable and Marife Ramos received the award on behalf of Mayor Elvis Soria and Municipal Accountant Mauna… Read More San Marcelino Accounting Office among PH’s most outstanding

AirAsia Philippines boosts flight frequencies ahead of ‘Undas’ travel rush

MANILA (Oct. 10, 2025) — AirAsia Philippines is ramping up its domestic flight operations to accommodate the surge of travelers heading home for Undas. In preparation for the All Saints’ Day long weekend, the airline has boosted flight frequencies across its major domestic routes this October.  From Manila, flights to Caticlan increased from 46 to… Read More AirAsia Philippines boosts flight frequencies ahead of ‘Undas’ travel rush

PBBM greenlights Zambales hydrogen exploration

IBA, Zambales — Hydrogen reserves in Zambales may finally enter the exploration stage after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved landmark Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs) to boost energy security in the country. According to the Department of Energy (DoE), President Marcos unveiled in Malacañang on October 8 eight new PSCs covering exploration areas across the Sulu… Read More PBBM greenlights Zambales hydrogen exploration