Try GOLD - Free

Telcos ink infrastructure sharing deal

The Freeman

July 06, 2026

Telecom giants PLDT Inc., Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), and DITO Telecommunity signed an infrastructure-sharing agreement on Friday to expand network coverage and boost digital inclusion nationwide.

“Connecting the country is a responsibility that we all share as Philippine telcos,” PLDT Chairman and CEO Manuel V. Pangilinan said in a statement.

“This agreement reflects that, even as we compete in the marketplace, we can collaborate where it matters the most: accelerating digital inclusion, helping connect every Filipino, and creating greater opportunities for our people and our nation,” he added.

This story is from the July 06, 2026 edition of The Freeman.

Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.

Already a subscriber? Sign In

PBBM: Flood control probe far from over

A year after exposing alleged multi-billion-peso anomalies in flood control projects, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the government is far from finished in holding accountable those behind substandard and ghost infrastructure projects, including those undertaken during previous administrations.

2 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

LTFRB tells PUV drivers: Don’t vlog while driving

Vlogging and creating social media content while driving are strictly prohibited for Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) drivers, who may face penalties if caught.

2 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

France overcomes Paraguay to set up Morocco World Cup showdown

Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as France overcame searing heat and stubborn defense to beat Paraguay 1-0 and set up a World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco.

1 min

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

BSP: More banks to cut, waive online transfer fees

More banks are expected to waive or lower electronic transfer fees in the coming days after two lenders moved to make InstaPay transactions free for their digital banking customers, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

2 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

Timothée Chalamet, Selena Gomez are ‘Not Alone’

Aliens crash land on Earth in Illumination’s original animated film, “Not Alone.” The film has stars Timothée Chalamet and Selena Gomez lend their voices as astroscientists Joe and Fran.

2 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

NNC: Environmental protection key to food security, nutrition

The National Nutrition Council in Central Visayas (NNC-7) underscored the importance of protecting the environment as a key to achieving food security and better nutrition during the opening of the 52nd Regional Nutrition Month celebration at the Mandaue City Sports Complex on Sunday, July 5.

3 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

The New Ingredient for Growth: How Julie’s Bakeshop Turned Electricity Into a Business Strategy

For decades, Julie’s Bakeshop has built its reputation on warm bread, neighborhood familiarity and an expansion model that has made it one of the Philippines’ largest homegrown bakery chains.

4 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman

Eala eyes another history in last 16 duel vs Paolini

Alex Eala pulled off what is by far the biggest victory of her blossoming career when the Filipina tennis sensation dethroned defending champion Iga Swiatek in straight sets, 7-6 (11/9), 6-2, to barge into the Wimbledon fourth round late Saturday night, July 4 Philippine time at the Centre Court of The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in southwest London.

1 mins

July 06, 2026

The Freeman