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The Philippine Star
COA: Gov't lost P6.4 B from defective DPWH projects in 2024
The government lost P6.4 billion last year due to defective infrastructure projects implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the latest report of the Commission on Audit (COA) showed.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Elon Musk's foundation grows to $14 B, but gives little to outsiders
Elon Musk's charitable foundation grew larger than ever in 2024. But, for the fourth year in a row, the huge charity failed to give away the minimum amount required by law - and the donations it did make went largely to charities closely tied to Musk himself.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
MI COCINA: BUILT BY FIRE, LOVE, AND A WOMAN'S HANDS
There are restaurants that pull you in with a kind of soul-recognition, like finding a room you somehow feel you've been meant to enter. Mi Cocina Café Restaurante y Bar, tucked in 102 Sct. Dr. Lazcano St. in Quezon City, is one such place. It glows softly at night, inviting you the way a warm window invites a traveler quietly, confidently, without fanfare.
5 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
AT CZACZACZA CAFE, EVERY BITE TELLS A STORY
At the corner of Mayor Juan Chanyungco St. and Sparrow St. in Marikina once stood a small RTW shop—unassuming, yet brimming with potential in the eyes of two chefs in love.
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Henry Alcantara’s P110-million gesture is crumbs
IRIS GONZALES
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
National Exporters' Week 2025: STRENGTHENING THE FUTURE OF PHILIPPINE EXPORTS
Every December, the Philippine export community gathers to celebrate National Exporters' Week (NEW) - a moment to recognize the sector's achievements, reflect on challenges, and reinforce the commitment to accelerating the country's global competitiveness.
4 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Motives
Two large groups of congressmen have manifested their support for Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy. Despite this, it appears efforts to mount a coup at the House of Representatives continue.
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Stressed Singson quits ICI
'ICI becoming washing machine, punching bag'
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
BBM open to dialogue with Sara, others
President Marcos is willing to engage with anybody, including Vice President Sara Duterte, for the sake of national interest, a Malacañang official said yesterday.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Catharsis
I am not an economist I have had exposure in Leconomics. I am a bachelor of literature, major in journalism, magna cum laude, but my electives in college were economics, banking and marketing.
4 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
OECD trims Phl growth forecasts
2025 EXPANSION SEEN AT JUST 4.7%
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Livestream? Congressmen face ICI behind closed doors
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) granted separate closed-door hearings for Pasig Rep. Roman Romulo and Bulacan 1st District Rep. Danny Domingo yesterday, ostensibly due to safety and reputational concerns.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Gov't records higher budget utilization in 10 months
The national government slightly raised its cash allocation releases to state departments by 2.5 percent and subsequently re-orded a higher implementation rate, according to the Department of Budget and Management.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
'RRR cut won't boost economy'
The economy is likely to face a tepid expansion next year, with growth seen settling in the mid-four percent range as weak investor sentiment and government spending cuts weigh on activity, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Plunder charges recommended vs Bong Revilla, Maynard Ngu
Former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. leads the latest list of persons recommended for prosecution by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Sarap!
The coming of Michelin Guide to the Philippines has sparked a renewal of interest in food literature and classic Philippine cuisine.
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Belém's COP30: A decisive step toward a green, clean future
Last October, I wrote in this column about COP30 in Belém, its stakes, the priorities set by the Brazilian presidency and its activation groups, and the opportunities for cooperation with the Philippines on climate action. The results reached in November, I believe, strengthen global climate governance at a crucial moment, marked by increasingly severe natural disasters, such as Typhoon Tino, and by rising voices of skepticism and isolationism that threaten biodiversity and could make our planet ever more hostile.
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
MPIC unit completes acquisition of Franklin Baker
Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), through subsidiary Metro Pacific Coconut Holdings Corp. (MPCH), has wrapped up its acquisition of Franklin Baker Co. of the Philippines as part of its agribusiness expansion.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Phl gets lowest score in S&P insolvency review
The Philippines emerged in the lowest category in global ranking of insolvency regimes, with S&P Global Ratings citing weak protections for creditors and unpredictable outcomes when companies undergo rehabilitation or bankruptcy.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Lighting up lives for Christmas
December has rolled in and the holiday frenzy is in full swing. The festive spirit is everywhere with streets shimmering with twinkling lights, malls buzzing with shoppers hunting for bargain deals and perfect gifts and the dreaded holiday carmageddon has begun as parties and reunions crowd the calendar.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
NHMFC migrates to full digitalization
The National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) announced its migration to full digitalization through the successful launch of its Project Refresh, Lift and Transition or Project RLT.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
CIDG official denies hand in stolen P13.45 M
A police official has denied involvement in stealing part of the P141 million seized during an anti-trafficking operation in Bataan last year.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
SM Group cements position as reg'l leader in retail, sustainability
The Sy family's SM Group has further strengthened its position as a leader in retail and sustainability, bagging regional recognitions for leadership and industry excellence.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
PLDT's credit score kept at BBB
Telco giant PLDT Inc. has retained a credit score of \"BBB\" from S&P Global Ratings on the resolution of its budget mess and the strength of its broadband business, although risks are becoming harsher.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
The SEC lending rate cap, PhilHealth fund transfer
Among the occasional issues endured by the poor is the need for emergency borrowings, small amounts like P15,000 or lower that are supposed to be paid within a few months. Now with many online apps, micro lending has \"democratized\" but these include some lenders who have the explicit goal to bleed dry their borrowers and victims.
4 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Alice Guo transfer to correctional set
The Pasig City Jail has received a commitment order for dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo, paving the way for her transfer to the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Will the sons also rise?
He wants to follow in the footsteps of the illustrious champ, willing to go through the physical \"mayhem\" that marked the sport to prove he is his father's son.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Hong Kong presses ahead with elections after deadly fire
Hong Kong's government will press ahead with a \"patriots only\" legislative election scheduled for Sunday, despite doubts over turnout from a local population still reeling from a deadly fire that has killed at least 156 people.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
Doctor to be sentenced for selling Matthew Perry ketamine
A doctor who supplied “Friends” star Matthew Perry with ketamine in the months before he fatally overdosed, is set to be sentenced in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Philippine Star
ILLUMINATING HEARTS THROUGH GENEROSITY
Bayview Park Hotel Manila held its annual Christmas-lighting ceremony with the theme \"The Light of Giving: Illuminating Hearts Through Generosity.
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