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The Philippine Star
Over 1 GW new capacity added to Phl power grid
The national grid has received a major boost following the activation of 956 megawatts of new power projects and 160 MW of storage facilities, moving President Marcos closer to his 2028 energy goal.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
FDA loses regulatory oversight on animal health, dairy products
Key government regulatory functions over animal health and dairy products have been transferred from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to agencies under the Department of Agriculture (DA), a move seen improving the local livestock and dairy sectors.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
CSB, Letran reach semis
St. Benilde and Letran downed their respective foes to catch the last bus to the semis of the NCAA Season 101 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
GoTyme launches crypto trading
GoTyme Bank has entered the digital asset space with the nationwide launch of Go Crypto, a new in-app feature that allows its customers to buy, hold and manage cryptocurrencies directly through the lender’s mobile platform.
2 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
ST. LUKE'S UNVEILS THE EVELYN D. ANG/DĀNA WARD: A LEGACY OF LOVE, COMPASSION, AND COMMUNITY CARE
The newly inaugurated Evelyn D. Ang/Dana Charity Ward at St. Luke's Medical Center Quezon City, marks a significant milestone for the St. Luke's Medical Center Foundation, Inc. (SLMCFI).
3 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Crackdown vs e-bikes on major roads starts Dec.1
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will start impounding unregistered electric bicycles and electric tricycles operating on national highways beginning Dec. 1, the agency announced during a press briefing yesterday.
4 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
P3 per liter
Final price adjustments will be announced on Monday and will take effect the following day.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Marcos distributes livelihood assistance in Zamboanga
President Marcos yesterday visited this city and extended livelihood assistance to 500 families belonging to indigenous peoples’ (IP) groups.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
QC gives police P4.1-M logistical equipment
The Quezon City government boosted the operational capabilities of the police department with the provision of P4.1 million worth of logistical equipment to its units.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
How long do I want to live?
Why is healthspan a better term than lifespan? I did some binge watching over the long holiday weekend on the topic of longevity.
4 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
DPWH told to build more health centers, classrooms
Sen. Bong Go has asked the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to prioritize the construction of evacuation centers, health facilities like Super Health Centers and classrooms unlike in past years when massive funding was put into flood control projects that were reportedly riddled with corruption and anomalies.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
CAMPI sees sales hitting 500,000 units this year
The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) is optimistic of hitting record-high sales of 500,000 units this year, banking on the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and the anticipated strong demand for cars during the holiday season.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Ramon Orlina’s epiphany
This December, renowned glass sculptor Ramon Orlina unveils his masterpiece — an eight-foot high image of Our Lady of Caysasay. It was cast in a state-of-the-art foundry in Ayutthaya, Thailand. It is not made of glass. It is made of bronze.
4 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Spanish firm bags 20-year contract for Phl RE projects
Madrid-based Acciona Energia has clinched a 20-year government power supply deal to deliver the full output of its 281-megawatt (MW) wind and solar portfolio in the Philippines.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
JERA ramps up Phl presence via AboitizPower partnership
Izumi Kai, chief executive officer at JERA Asia Pte. Ltd., told visiting Filipino journalists that the company, through its partnership with Aboitiz Power Corp., is positioned to support the energy needs of the Philippines, while advancing decarbonization and innovation.
2 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
What the experts say
I've attended my share of high-profile business conferences. Before the pandemic, I had attended the World of Business Ideas in New York at least seven times, and I have returned since then. The difference this time is that I did not attend alone.
3 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
DBP braces for softer 2025 earnings as provisions rise
The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) is preparing for a modest dip in earnings this year as it boosts loan loss reserves amid emerging asset-quality risks linked to the infrastructure sector.
2 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Angara criticizes moves to discredit DepEd
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has criticized attempts to discredit the Department of Education (DepEd) following alleged efforts to link the agency to controversy.
3 min |
November 29, 2025
The Philippine Star
Sandro Marcos ready to face ICI
House majority leader and Ilocos Norte 1st district Rep. Sandro Marcos is ready and willing to appear before the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to shed light on the allegations of former Ako Bicol party-list congressman Zaldy Co against him involving the flood control project anomaly.
2 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
PCSO ATTAINS 98% COMPLETION IN NATIONAL PTV ROLLOUT
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has made significant strides in its nationwide Patient Transport Vehicle (PTV) rollout, achieving a remarkable 98% project completion earlier this week.
2 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
Political risk clouds economy
Our economy had been showing lackluster growth over the past years with major festering structural problems that constrain our export, agriculture and manufacturing sectors.
4 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
HK searches for missing after city's deadliest fire
Toll rises to 55
1 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
THE NEW HYUNDAI STARGAZER— ADAPTING TO ELEVATED STANDARDS
It's inevitable that consumer standards change over time. This is why cars are revised every so often in order to meet these demands from the market.
2 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
QC bettor wins P84.1-M lotto prize
A bettor in Cubao, Quezon City won the P84.1-million jackpot of the lotto 6/45 draw on Wednesday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office said.
1 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
Crush political dynasties now or forever suffer corruption
There are five kinds of political dynasties, says Kontra Dynastiya founder Alex Lacson: (1) Succession. Parent passes on elective position to offspring, husband to wife, sibling to another and the like.
3 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
So many topics, so little space
I have made a habit of “collecting” topics, writing down people’s concerns and a list of ideas, all of which I believe are relevant and have value for everyday Filipinos. My problem is I have a self-imposed word limit of 950 words per column.
3 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
8 DPWH execs in flood mess plead 'not guilty'
Eight regional officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 4-B (Mimaropa) have claimed innocence on the alleged P289.5-million substandard flood control project in Oriental Mindoro, awarded to a construction firm linked to resigned Ako Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co.
2 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
S&P maintains positive economic outlook for Phl
Global debt watcher S&P Global Ratings has affirmed the Philippines' investment-grade credit standing, keeping the country at “BBB+” with a positive outlook as it expects external buffers to remain strong and fiscal consolidation to continue over the next two years.
2 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
Ghost projects, real costs: How corruption in farm-to-market roads hikes food prices
Before sunrise in La Trinidad, Benguet, vegetable trader Marilyn Costan Almoda is already preparing for the long day ahead.
4 min |
November 28, 2025
The Philippine Star
What makes the Hyundai Venue a perfect starter SUV?
Hyundai has steadily built one of the most comprehensive SUV lineups in the Philippines. Walk into any Hyundai dealership, and you'll find options ranging from compact crossovers like the Creta to larger family-oriented models such as the Santa Fe and Palisade.
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