Phl leads in global investor relations, debt transparency

The Philippines ranked first among 50 countries in terms of global investor relations and debt transparency, according to the Institute of International Finance (IIF).

'Sluggish investments, exports to hamper Phl growth'

Achieving economic growth of above 6.5 percent will be challenging this year amid subdued investment activity due to high interest rates and a weaker external sector, according to global research firm BMI Country Risk & Industry Research.

FedEx expansion doubles capacity at Clark airport

FedEx, one of the world's largest logistics providers, has committed to double the size of its facility at the Clark International Airport, confident that the gateway will become a shipping powerhouse in Asia Pacific.

Phl vehicle production rises 13% in 5 months

Motor vehicle production in the country went up by 13 percent in the January to May period from a year ago, the second highest growth in Southeast Asia.

Phl stocks mirror Wall Street gains

The stock market climbed its way back above the 6,500 level as it mirrored gains in the US market.

Weak peso pushes Phl debt to P15.3 T

The continued weakening of the peso against the dollar pushed the country’s debt to a new record high of P15.3 trillion in May, the Bureau of the Treasury said.

GUTSY GILAS MAKES OOT SEMIS

A famous first victory in 64 years against a Euro opponent ultimately served as springboard for Gilas Pilipinas' semifinal march in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Riga, Latvia.

UK goes to the polls

Labour tipped for historic win

FDA to approve first ASF vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration FDA) will approve within two weeks the country’s first vaccine against African swine fever ASF) for commercial use, according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.

DICT helps DFA in 'data breach' probe

An initial investigation into the alleged data breach at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is appearing to be \"fake,\" the Department of Information and Communications Technology said yesterday.

Senate war: Binay mulls ethics complaint vs Cayetano

Sen. Nancy Binay is considering filing an ethics complaint against Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano, citing his unruly behavior toward her that made her walk out in the middle of a committee hearing on Wednesday.

2 Cebuano priests get Vatican posts

Pope Francis has appointed two priests from Cebu to positions in the Vatican.

DiCaprio joins call for Masungi protection

Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio has expressed support for the Masungi Geopark Project as he asked President Marcos to intervene in the planned cancellation of an agreement between the government and Masungi Georeserve Foundation Inc. (MGFI) to protect the area.

BBM backs AFP efforts vs cyber security threats

President Marcos has assured the military of his continued support for stepped up efforts to combat cyber security threats.

DBM releases remaining P27-B HCW allowances

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released P27 billion in unpaid health emergency allowances (HEA) of the country's health care workers (HCW).

LP hopes to fare better in post-Rody Senate race

After losing heavily in the last three elections, the opposition Liberal Party (LP) will again try to battle it out with pro-administration senatorial candidates, but this time in a post-Duterte political arena under the administration of President Marcos.

AFP battling online fake news on WPS

Alarmed by fake news on the West Philippine Sea issue swarming various social media platforms, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said it is stepping up its fight against disinformation in the cyber domain where China's deceptive narrative appears to be gaining followers.

Teachers urge Angara to hold talks on pay hike

Public school teachers under the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) and its unions are calling on new Education Secretary Sonny Angara to conduct dialogues and consultations for substantial salary increases following his statement of support for wage hikes for public school teachers and government employees.

Farmers seek TRO vs rice tariff cut

Farmers’ groups yesterday asked the Supreme Court to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Executive Order No. 62 allowing a reduced tariff of 15 percent on imported rice, as they asked that the order be declared null and void and unconstitutional.

XIAN LIM FLEXES NEW GIRLFRIEND IRIS LEE AT 'KUMAN THONG' PREMIERE

In their first official public appearance together, director Xian Lim and producer-girlfriend Iris Lee held hands while gracing the red-carpet premiere of the horror film “Kuman Thong” on Monday night at SM Cinemas in North Edsa, Quezon City.

'Customs, maritime fees hiking logistics costs in Phl'

Customs and shipping charges make up the largest allocation in the logistics expenses of traders, increasing the cost of transporting local and imported products in the Philippines.

DA plans to cut pork imports by 60,000 MT

The Department of Agriculture (DA) aims to reduce the country’s pork imports by 60,000 metric tons (MT) this year by boosting local pig production through its P2.1 billion modified repopulation program.

QC, Enstack partner to help businesses go digital

Artificial intelligence-powered business management app Enstack has forged a partnership with the local government of Quezon City to support the digitization of enterprises in the city.

Power reserve market set to resume this month

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is looking to resume the commercial operations of the reserve market before the end of this month.

Women's champion knocked out in first round

Marketa Vondrousova became the first defending women’s Wimbledon champion to lose in the first round for 30 years on Tuesday as Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek cruised through.

Putin, Xi to meet in Central Asian summit

ASTANA (AP) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet today as they travel to Kazakhstan for a session of an international group founded to counter Western alliances.

Kanlaon's seismic activity increasing

BACOLOD CITY – After spewing elevated levels of sulfur dioxide gas in the past few days, Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island yesterday showed an increase in seismic activity, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.

Road rage suspect hunted

Authorities are hunting down a driver of a pickup truck who reportedly opened fire at a vehicle in what police said was another road rage case in Quezon City on Tuesday.

Duterte set bad example for POGOS - Hontiveros

With his open door policy on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO), former president Rodrigo Duterte set a bad example that bred illegal online gaming scams and other serious criminal activities in the country like human trafficking, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said yesterday.

DTI issues price guide for school supplies

As classes are set to begin later this month, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has released a price guide to help consumers in the purchase of school supplies.