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June 25, 2026

Tower One occupants face three-year renovation charge - Renovation seeks to maintain prestige

OCCUPANTS of Tower One and Exchange Plaza (TOEP) will shoulder a three-year special assessment to help fund a phased capital improvement program for the landmark Makati office tower, with charges set to run from 2026 to 2028.

2 mins

LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS TO RECEIVE P1.32T ALLOTMENT

RECORD LGU TAX SHARE SET FOR 2027

2 mins

Foreign investors sounded out for PH rail expansion

THE Philippines is turning to foreign infrastructure investors to help close one of Southeast Asia's widest railway gaps, as the government seeks private-sector support for major rail projects meant to ease Metro Manila's chronic congestion and improve mass transport access for millions of commuters.

2 mins

PSEi falls below 6,000 as foreign selling persists

PHILIPPINE shares tumbled Wednesday, dragging the benchmark index below the 6,000 mark, as investors reacted to weaker economic growth expectations, inflation concerns, and a softer peso.

1 mins

Steel groups press DTI to enforce seismic-grade rebar rules

STEEL industry leaders are urging the government to ban induction furnace steel in construction and immediately enforce updated seismic-grade rebar standards, warning that weak reinforcement bars could put buildings and lives at risk in earthquake-prone Philippines.

2 mins

SC voids GSIS rule denying survivors' benefits

THE Supreme Court has struck down a Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) rule that barred secondary beneficiaries from receiving survivorship benefits when a deceased government worker had served at least three years but less than 15 years.

2 mins

Gokongwei takes strategic stake in digital gaming company PhilWeb

LISTED technology firm PhilWeb Corp. has secured a P2.03-billion strategic investment from businessman Lance Y. Gokongwei to fund its expansion into artificial intelligence-driven systems and strengthen its role in the regulated digital entertainment sector.

1 mins

South Korea's government discussing major new chip investments with Samsung, SK Hynix

South Korea’s government is in talks with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix over plans for the next phase of large-scale investments in semiconductor production facilities, an official said on Wednesday, adding an announcement on a new chip cluster would be made soon.

1 mins

Bank of Korea board member raises concerns about house prices, leveraged stock investments

A board member of the Bank of Korea, Hwang Kun-il, said the central bank would more closely monitor financial stability risks such as household debt and leveraged stock investments.

1 mins

Japan plans to better manage war chest for yen intervention, draft shows

Japan’s government plans to examine ways to improve management of its $1.3 trillion foreign exchange reserves, a war chest for future yen intervention, according to a draft growth strategy report reviewed by Reuters on Wednesday.

2 mins

OIL SHOCK NICKED US GDP BUT RESILIENCE WAS THE MESSAGE, DALLAS FED RESEARCH FINDS

Oil surging to more than $120 a barrel last spring cut about three-tenths of a percentage point from US economic output, but the blow was a small fraction of what would have taken place from a similar oil shock in the 1980s when the country was more reliant on imports, a new Dallas Fed study estimated.

1 mins

Moody's downgrades PH banks' outlook to negative

MOODY'S has downgraded its outlook for Philippine banks from stable to negative after the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) decision to temporarily exclude from the computation of their regulatory capital certain paper losses on peso government securities resulting from market volatility, effective April 1 to December 31 this year.

1 mins

Emperador lowers spending to P2.4B for 2026, shored up by whisky, brandy expansion projects

EMPERADOR Inc., is looking to spend P2.4 billion as capital expenditure this year, 40 percent lower than the P4 billion allotted last year.

1 mins

Globe secures P5B BDO loan for capex, debt refinancing

GLOBE Telecom Inc. has secured a P5-billion term loan from BDO Unibank Inc. to partly fund capital expenditures, refinance debt, and support corporate funding requirements as the company sustains targeted network investments this year.

1 mins

6 more NCR LGUs join DOE energy efficiency push

THE Department of Energy (DOE) said that six Metro Manila local government units (LGUs) have joined its initiative called the Solar Solutions for Government: Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Public Buildings (SSG-ERPB).

2 mins

San Juan del Monte LGU says Prime Water misled DENR in wastewater testing

THE City Government of San Jose del Monte (SJDM) in Bulacan said it uncovered a clean-water line allegedly used to dilute wastewater from a facility formerly operated by PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. before it underwent testing by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

2 mins

LOPEZ MAJORITY SAYS BOARD NEVER APPROVED FIRST GEN EQUITY CUT FROM 40% TO 33%

FIRST Gen’s reduction of its Prime Hydropower Energy, Inc. (PHEI) stake from 40% to 33% was not presented to the board, has no board mandate, and therefore has no legal basis, the family majority said yesterday.

2 mins

Meralco Opens Bidding for 600-MW Power Supply to Strengthen Long-Term Energy Security

In line with its commitment to providing stable and reliable electricity to millions of consumers, Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has launched the Competitive Selection Process (CSP) for a new 600-megawatt (MW) baseload power supply requirement.

1 mins

How Filinvest is Bringing Convenience, Community, and Everyday Living Closer to South Luzon

South Luzon is no longer simply a place where people return home after work in Metro Manila.

2 mins

Toyota Goes Hybrid with the Land Cruiser, Bringing an Icon Into the Electrified Era

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially introduced the Land Cruiser HEV, marking the arrival of the iconic SUV's first hybrid-electric variant in the country as the company continues to broaden its electrified lineup and support lower-carbon mobility.

2 mins

Give Your Toddler a Magical First Live Show with Peppa Pig

A child’s first trip to the theater is a milestone parents cherish forever.

1 mins

Globe Powers the Future of Learning with Enhanced 5G Connectivity at Miriam College

Globe is strengthening the digital learning landscape at Miriam College with the activation of a new 5G network facility, bringing faster and more reliable connectivity to students, faculty, and staff while opening doors to future-ready opportunities beyond the classroom.

1 mins

Grimace Scores with Filipino Fans as McDonald's Brings FIFA Fever to PH-Myanmar Clash

Filipino football fans got more than an emphatic 5-1 victory by the Philippine Men's National Football Team over Myanmar during the Tri-Nation Friendlies on June 9 at the Rizal Memorial Stadium.

2 mins

Beyond Remittances: BDO Champions OFWs' Journey Toward Financial Independence

As more overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) begin planning for life beyond overseas employment, many are turning to savings, investments, and entrepreneurship to secure a more sustainable future.

1 mins

Political turmoil offers UK chance to correct North Sea course

The latest bout of political turmoil in Britain comes as energy security has moved front and center following the Iran war, offering the next prime minister a chance to rethink the country’s North Sea oil and gas strategy.

2 mins

Russia eyes diesel export ban, fuel imports amid Ukrainian strikes; Crimea restricts public life

Russia is considering a diesel export ban, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Tuesday, while a newspaper reported on possible fuel imports to tackle shortages, especially in Crimea, which tightened restrictions on public services and activities.

2 mins

India nears 50 percent domestic coal use in import-based power plants, sources say

India is increasing the use of domestic fuel to more than 50 percent at power plants designed to run on imported coal, as the world’s second-largest thermal coal importer seeks to curb costly overseas purchases, government and industry officials said.

1 mins

OIL EXTENDS SLIDE TO MORE THAN 1 PERCENT ON EXPECTATIONS OF SMOOTHER CRUDE FLOWS VIA HORMUZ

Oil prices fell more than 1 percent on Wednesday, extending this week's losses to hit fresh four-month lows on signs that more oil tankers are set to move out of the Strait of Hormuz.

1 mins

AI cannot replace verification

THE growing use of artificial intelligence in Philippine newsrooms deserves scrutiny, but not panic.

2 mins

Trump to push for voter ID bill that Republicans say can't pass

President Donald Trump will go to the US Senate on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) to pressure his fellow Republicans to pass a long-stalled package of voting restrictions that has aggravated party fissures and shown the limits of his power.

2 mins

‘Race Questions in the Philippine Islands’

THIS was an article in the Deutsche Rundschau, which was translated for the Popular Science Monthly, Volume 55, August 1899, wherein Jose Rizal’s BFF (best foreign friend) reported: “Rizal also has spoken of the injustice of the judgments which Europeans pass upon Philippine conditions.

4 mins

Barclays, Stifel lift S&P 500 target to 7,800 on strong earnings outlook

BARCLAYS and Stifel raised their year-end targets for the S&P 500 index to 7,800 on Tuesday, citing strength in corporate earnings.

1 mins

STOCKS STEADY AS TECH RECOVERS; PEACE TALK UNCERTAINTY BOOSTS DOLLAR

Stocks staged a tentative recovery on Wednesday from a rout in technology shares on the back of caution over overstretched AI valuations, while crude oil prices fell towards four-month lows and the dollar marched up to one-year highs.

2 mins

Indonesian stocks get MSCI reprieve but clock ticks on market reforms

A five-month extension to index provider MSCI’s review of Indonesian equities gives Jakarta regulators a longer runway for reforms, but will not immediately lure long-term capital back to the battered market, investors say.

1 mins

SKOREAN STOCKS VOLATILE AS RATE-HIKE FEARS SPUR POSITION REVIEW

South Korean equities seesawed on Wednesday as expectations of US interest rate hikes and concerns over lofty valuations prompted investors to reassess their leveraged positions following an AI-fueled rally earlier this year.

1 mins

ABS-CBN stars earn 17 nominations at Seoul Int'l Drama Awards

ABS-CBN stars secured 17 nominations in the Outstanding Asian Star category of the 2026 Seoul International Drama Awards, accounting for the majority of the Philippines' 23 nominees.

1 mins

Unsold concert T-shirts repurposed for music tours

When US punk rockers Social Distortion take to stages across Europe on their current \"Born to Kill\" tour, fans can buy T-shirts and hoodies upcycled from old merchandise garments.

1 mins

Cedrick Juan: Husband, father, actor

IF you visit his Instagram today, the bio says it plainly: \"Mister ni Kate Alejandrino, Tatay ni Jose Rocio Likha, Film-TV-Theater actor.\"

3 mins

9th Eddys unveils nominees

THE nominees for the 9th Entertainment Editors' Choice, more popularly known as The Eddys, will be unveiled today, June 25, as the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) holds a special presentation at Luxent Hotel in Quezon City.

1 mins

F Forever donates P5M to Mindanao quake victims

GLOBAL stars Jerry Yan, Van Ness Wu, Vic Chou and Ashin have extended financial assistance totaling P5 million to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts for communities affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8.

1 mins

ANGELINA JOLIE TURNS PERSONAL PAIN INTO PERFORMANCE

Academy Award winner Angelina Jolie faced one of her deepest fears on screen for the French film \"Couture\" - being diagnosed with cancer.

1 mins

Easy swaps for a smarter routine

MAINTAINING healthy routines can be challenging because they can feel like a chore. Most of us aren’t looking for a total lifestyle overhaul; we just want better choices that actually taste good and fit into a busy schedule, like small and sustainable upgrades.

1 mins

Andok's returns to foodpanda

ONE of the Philippines’ most-loved food brands is back on foodpanda. Following years of customer requests and anticipation, Andok’s has officially returned to the platform, making its well-loved favorites available to more Filipinos nationwide.

1 mins

An Italian twist on a Basque classic

CHEESECAKES have always been a favorite for many foodies but in the late 2010s and early 2020s, one variation surged in popularity: Spain's own Basque cheesecake.

2 mins

HOG FESTIVAL ENDS ON A HIGH NOTE

BRINGING together chefs, students, industry leaders, partners, sponsors, media, and advocates, Hog Festival 2026 transformed passion into action and advocacy into experience—creating a platform where food became the language of unity and purpose.

1 mins

THE HIDDEN COST OF ‘HATID-SUNDO’: WHY MOBILITY EXPENSES MATTER THIS SCHOOL SEASON

AS a new school year begins, families naturally focus their budgets on tuition, uniforms, and school supplies.

1 mins

Vermosa Green Run 2026 adds active lifestyle with environmental awareness

THE World Meteorological Organization (WMO) - the United Nations’ specialized agency that monitors global scientific activity regarding the Earth's atmosphere, climate and water resources ~ says the planet's climate is “more out of balance than at any time in observed history”.

1 mins

Success of organizations in AI and data still requires human intelligence

ARTIFICIAL intelligence (AI) continues to upend the world especially in the past couple of years.

3 mins

Google Expansion Highlights Growing Importance of AI Infrastructure

GOOGLE announced new investments to strengthen its infrastructure footprint in Alabama, adding to a growing wave of spending aimed at supporting AI and cloud computing services.

1 mins

China Retakes Supercomputing Crown With Homegrown System

CHINA has reclaimed the top spot on the world’s most closely watched supercomputing ranking for the first time in nearly a decade, doing so with a system built entirely from domestic hardware and software despite years of US export restrictions on advanced computing technologies.

2 mins

DEPLOYMENT LEADS, PROOF LAGS BEHIND

Singapore's agent rollouts and reversals offer an early test of enterprise AI

2 mins

Hidden rooms, secret doors: NBI to sue Mike Defensor over links to trafficking ring

THE National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday said it will file human trafficking charges against former Quezon City congressman Mike Defensor over a raid earlier this year at a KTV bar in Pasig City where 54 women were rescued.

1 mins

Bam toasts PNoy on 5th death anniversary

SEN. Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino on Wednesday paid tribute to his cousin, former President Benigno “PNoy” S. Aquino III, on his fifth death anniversary, for his unwavering commitment to good governance, fight against corruption, and genuine public service.

1 mins

Prosecutors push opening of sealed Sara tax records

THE prosecution panel in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday asked the Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, to allow the opening of a sealed Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) box believed to contain her and her husband’s tax records.

4 mins

US, Iran at odds on nuclear scrutiny, frozen Tehran assets

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran had agreed to nuclear inspections into “infinity,” while Tehran said it had made no such concession in negotiations, raising questions about the viability of their fragile peace deal.

2 mins

Charges poised vs 11 persons in death of 2 Ateneo cagers

UP to 11 individuals could be charged in connection with the death of Ateneo basketball players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili, PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said on Wednesday.

3 mins

ICC orders Rody to attend Sept 7 hearing

THE Trial Chamber III of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered detained former president Rodrigo Duterte to attend the September 7, 2026 status conference on the crimes against humanity charges filed against him.

1 mins

MURDER RAPS FILED VS 15-YEAR-OLD SHOOTER IN TACLOBAN SCHOOL ATTACK

Juvenile law spares 14-year-old suspect

6 mins

491 violators accosted in Rizal under Safer Cities initiative

THE Rizal provincial police office (PPO) accosted 491 violators of the Safer City Initiative in the province for the 24 hours from June 23 to 24.

1 mins

COA: Bulacan spent P82M disaster fund on programs outside of 2025 expense list

THE Commission on Audit (COA) has called out the provincial government of Bulacan regarding P82.9 million expenses charged against its Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (LDRRM) Fund for projects and activities that were not included in its approved LDRRM Fund Investment Plan.

2 mins

Matibag: Hard for Bato to flee abroad, cites ICC, Interpol global reach

THE National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday said it believes Sen. Ronald ‘‘Bato’’ dela Rosa is still in the country, noting that it would be difficult for him to flee or hide abroad due to the broad reach of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

1 mins

NEW CRIMINAL, ADMINISTRATIVE RAPS FILED AT OMBUDSMAN VS HERBOSA, ESCOLANO

A NEW set of criminal and administrative complaints was filed on Wednesday before the Office of the Ombudsman against Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa and Undersecretary Randy Escolango, alleging irregularities in directives that will impact the agency's procurement processes.

1 mins

Over P315K in food aid sent to families affected by El Niño in Puerto Galera

THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended over P315,000 worth of food assistance to more than 2,000 families in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, who have been affected by the El Niño phenomenon that started early this month.

1 mins

‘Francisco’ on way out; another tropical storm coming

TYPHOON “Francisco” is set to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Thursday night but a tropical storm will make entry during the same period.

1 mins

Ozamiz archbishop appeals for prayer on CBCP plenary meet

ARCHBISHOP Martin Jumoad is calling on the faithful to pray for the success of the 132nd Plenary Assembly of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), which will be hosted by the Archdiocese of Ozamiz from July 3 to 10.

1 mins

UNCLOS RULING FINAL, LEGALLY BINDING: NMC

THE National Maritime Council (NMC) on Wednesday reaffirmed that the 2016 arbitral ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) that invalidated the claim of China in almost the entire South China Sea (SCS) remains “final and legally binding.”

1 mins

Solon backs DOTr move to end LRT-1 Cavite project delay

LAS Piñas Rep. Mark Anthony Santos on Wednesday backed the move of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) in pressing the Villar Group to resolve right-of-way (ROW) issues that continue to delay the Cavite extension of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1).

2 mins

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