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Senator urges immediate activation of Apsa
“WARNING that the Middle East crisis has heightened instability in global energy markets, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday called for the accelerated implementation of the Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Petroleum Security Agreement (Apsa).
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April 29, 2026
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Cebu businesses balance rising costs and wage demands amid fuel shock
CEBU CITY—Businesses in Cebu are feeling the ripple effects of the ongoing Middle East crisis, as rising fuel costs disrupt operations across industries heavily reliant on transport and logistics.
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April 29, 2026
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Megawide, DA seal deal for farm infra projects
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) has forged an agreement with Megawide Construction Corp. for various infrastructure projects that aim to modernize the country's farm sector.
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April 29, 2026
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Mild impact on air fares as CAB lowers fuel surcharge
AIRLINE passengers will see a marginal reduction in fuel surcharges starting May 1, as the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) lowered the surcharge ceiling by just one level.
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April 29, 2026
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WAR BEYOND MAY SEEN TO PUSH KEY RATE TO 6%
THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) can raise the key policy rate to as much as 6 percent this year as the fertilizer shock is yet to jolt the Philippines, which could eventually lead to higher prices of rice, a main staple food in the Philippines.
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April 29, 2026
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BIR files charges vs Harry Roque, wife
THE Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed a criminal complaint before the Department of Justice against Herminio “Harry” Roque Jr., his wife Mylah Reyes Roque, and Percival Sazon Ortega for alleged tax violations involving Biancham Holdings and Trading Inc.
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April 29, 2026
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Where art meets impact: ‘Echoes of Light Through Time’ turns creativity into compassion in Ortigas
IN a time when audiences are increasingly drawn to stories with purpose, a new art exhibit in Ortigas is redefining the role of creativity—not merely as a form of expression, but as a catalyst for real-world impact.
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April 28, 2026
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Senators tackle measures to boost CHED, TESDA, SUCs, LUCs and scholarships
SIX priority bills aimed at modernizing governance in higher and technical education, strengthening professional standards and quality assurance, and expanding scholarship opportunities are being deliberated on in the Senate.
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April 28, 2026
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Boracay Newcoast kicks off summer with first-ever kite festival
THIS summer, the skies at Boracay Newcoast will be filled with a spectacular burst of colors as it hosts the first-ever Boracay Newcoast Kite Festival 2026, happening on April 27 to 29, 2026 at Cove 2.
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April 28, 2026
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Alonzo stars as NU eases past Bethel Academy in GVIL
DEFENDING champion National University Nazareth School (NUNS) overpowered hapless Bethel Academy, 25-12, 25-12, to complete a sweep of Pool A in the Shakey's Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup Division 1 Monday at the La Salle Green Hills Gym.
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April 28, 2026
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Winning moments with American Standard
ONLY a few brands can claim a heritage spanning a century and a half while remaining highly relevant to their customers.
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April 28, 2026
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Carpio to govt: Junk modern claims, use historical, legal narratives on WPS
RETIRED Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio has issued an urgent appeal to the government to move beyond the “weak” modern claims of the 1940s and embrace an “ironclad” historical and legal narrative that dates back centuries on the West Philippine Sea.
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April 28, 2026
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MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026 officially opens in Calatagan
THE MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026 officially kicks off with the Opening Ceremony and Team Presentation on Tuesday afternoon at CaSoBe in Calatagan with 13 teams—six foreign and seven local—showcasing their imposing and shiny jerseys ahead of what is expected to be an action-packed and grueling 14-stage race dubbed “A Heritage in Motion.”
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April 28, 2026
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Pharma hub in Aurora sets sights on major investors
THE Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (Apeco) and the Philippine Pharmaceutical Procurement Inc. (PPPI) are in discussions to develop a pharmaceutical investment hub in Casiguran, Aurora.
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April 28, 2026
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Coconut, snacks and coffee drive $3M PHL food sales in Singapore
PHILIPPINE food exporters booked around $3 million in actual sales at a major food trade fair in Singapore, with coconut-based products, natural snacks, specialty coffee, and premium chocolate emerging as the strongest performers, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
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April 28, 2026
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Insider trading cases threaten reckoning for prediction markets
PREDICTION markets have quickly grown from a niche corner of finance to a multibillion-dollar industry with big Wall Street investment, but a growing list of insider trading allegations is bringing concerns about the platforms all the way to the White House.
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April 28, 2026
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North Korea opens memorial museum for troops killed in Russia-Ukraine war
North Korea has opened a memorial museum for its soldiers killed while fighting for Russia against Ukraine, with top leaders of North Korea and Russia pledging a push for greater cooperation.
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April 28, 2026
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Iran proposes to reopen Strait of Hormuz without nuclear agreement, officials say
IRAN offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program, officials with knowledge of the proposal said Monday.
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April 28, 2026
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Sibling synergy trumps fresh pairing at ABG
Synergy between sisters proved too much against a recently forged partnership.
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April 28, 2026
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Solar panels and batteries are changing life in Brazil's Amazon
BRAZIL'S Amazon teems with plant and animal life and is critical to the health of the planet as a storehouse of carbon dioxide.
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April 28, 2026
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840K deaths linked to work-related risks–ILO
WORK-RELATED psychosocial risks—including long hours, job insecurity, and workplace bullying—are linked to nearly a million deaths globally each year, according to the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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April 28, 2026
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Cebu’s strengths will allow firms to prosper—CCCI
Cebu’s flagship business event, Cebu Business Month (CBM) 2026, was recently launched with a strong message of unity and forward action, even as global economic uncertainty continues due to rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis.
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April 28, 2026
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Alden Richards takes Fruitas brand to a different level
ENDORSEMENT is a channel of brand communication in which a celebrity acts as the brand's image and spokesperson, certifying the brand's claim and position by extending his personality, popularity, status in society or expertise in his chosen field to a brand.
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April 28, 2026
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National ID can now be used for a PNB account
AN agreement entered into by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) with the Philippine National Bank (PNB) would allow holders of a National ID to open and use an account with the lender.
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April 28, 2026
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Suzuki, Serdenia banner field in Jr PGT John Hay
MARQUEE matchups banner the International Container Terminal Services Inc. John Hay Junior Philippine Golf Tour (JPGT) Championship with rivalries heating up across all three age groups when the third leg of the Luzon Series fires off Tuesday in Baguio City.
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April 28, 2026
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‘Good governance caused Piki ouster’
THE Lopez majority on Monday said it was good governance, and not family feud, that drove them to remove Federico “Piki” R. Lopez, as president.
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April 28, 2026
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Investors pause amid global uncertainty
INVESTMENT decisions are seeing short-term delays amid global uncertainty, but sectors tied to energy transition are moving faster, a trade official said, as the government also commits to settling remaining obligations under its automotive support program this year.
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April 28, 2026
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Sumitomo Mitsui, RCBC to help BOI lure investors
THE Board of Investments (BOI) announced it has entered into a tripartite agreement with Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) and the Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) to attract and facilitate investments into the Philippines.
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April 28, 2026
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P3-B CCLEX interchange eyed to ease Cebu traffic
Cebu City is set to get a major traffic boost as city officials and Cebu Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) management unveiled plans for a new interchange that will provide direct access to downtown and uptown areas.
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April 28, 2026
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EV battery dismantler joins Toyota training
A TOYOTA-ENDORSED vehicle dismantling facility in the Philippines has upgraded its capability to handle electrified vehicle batteries after completing a specialized training program in Japan.
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