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Ayala Land will invest P1 billion to redevelop its Market! Market! property into a retail-mobility hub, integrating it with the upcoming Metro Manila Subway Project station to enhance connectivity and boost the local economy.
Universal Robina Corp. (URC) is expanding its farmer support program to enhance potato harvests and market access for local growers in the Philippines. The initiative aims to boost farmer incomes and promote sustainable agriculture.
Two elderly women have died in separate road accidents in Manila over the weekend, both involving public utility vehicles. Authorities are considering sanctions against drivers and operators.
The Penn-Wharton Club of the Philippines will host an MBA Info Session on September 21, featuring alumni sharing their career experiences in finance, renewable energy, and entrepreneurship.
The Philippine Coast Guard will conduct a secondary sweep of the sunken ferry MV June Aster after failing to recover additional bodies. To date, 76 fatalities have been confirmed, with 13 individuals still missing.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines is implementing a Document Tracking and Management System (DTMS) to prevent document loss and delays, thereby enhancing transparency and efficiency. This initiative is expected to expedite administrative processes for both taxpayers and the BIR.
Security Bank Corp. has been named the highest-ranked Philippine company in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026, a global ranking that evaluates companies based on revenue growth, employee satisfaction, and sustainability transparency.
Five individuals, including two police officers, have been arrested in connection with a recruitment scam targeting the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA). They are accused of extorting large sums of money from an applicant, prompting the PNP chief to vow strict sanctions.
As the Philippine peso hits historic lows against the dollar, the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) may see an increase in the value of its dollar-denominated assets. However, the impact on its net income is expected to be immaterial.
The Makati prosecutor's office has dismissed cases filed by a driver against actress Rhian Ramos and beauty queen Michelle Dee, citing insufficient evidence. The driver had accused them of illegal detention and maltreatment.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have signed an agreement to construct farm-to-market roads in Tarlac, totaling P71.5 million. The projects, spanning 5.43 kilometers, are funded under the 2026 budget and aim to improve farmer access to markets and reduce transport costs.
House of Investments Inc. (HI), the holding arm of the Yuchengco Group, is banking on its insurance, education, and energy ventures to sustain its profitability and growth, building on a 27 percent profit increase to P3.6 billion in 2025. The company leverages its diversified portfolio to navigate economic headwinds.
Former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has been transferred to the infirmary of the Quezon City Jail (QC Jail) for medical monitoring, as ordered by the court, following his indictment for plunder.
The Philippine Senate has approved a bill on its third reading that extends the term of barangay (village) and Sangguniang Kabataan (youth council) officials from the current three years to five years, aiming to enhance stability in local governance.
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has announced the results of the licensure examinations for electrical engineers and master electricians. Out of 3,399 examinees, 1,676 passed the registered electrical engineer exam, and 715 out of 961 passed the master electrician exam, signaling a focus on developing skilled professionals.
The Senate impeachment court in the Philippines is expected to follow precedents from past impeachment trials of former President Joseph Estrada and the late Chief Justice Renato Corona regarding the disclosure of Vice President Sara Duterte’s financial information, with the scope of disclosure subject to the court’s discretion.
In the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections, Rayyan Mindalano, former Sangguniang Kabataan chairman, is leading in Lanao del Sur's 7th District with 94.21% of election returns counted. He holds a significant lead over his closest competitor, making his victory highly probable.
Hosni Macapodi, former mayor of Ganassi, is poised to win the 6th District seat in the Bangsamoro parliament in Lanao del Sur, leading his closest rival by a significant margin with 93.38% of election returns counted.
Former Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Amparo Cabotaje-Tang stated that her testimony before the impeachment court was not offered in exchange for any favors. This came after Vice President Sara Duterte's lawyer questioned her about any potential promises made for her testimony.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecution has urged Trial Chamber III to declare former President Rodrigo Duterte, facing crimes against humanity charges, fit for trial. Based on a medical evaluation by an expert panel, prosecutors argue the former president can meaningfully exercise his procedural rights.
Former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has been transferred to the Quezon City Jail following plunder charges related to P7.2 billion in alleged kickbacks from government infrastructure projects. Romualdez maintains his innocence and vows to face the allegations in court.
Rashdi Adiong is leading by a wide margin in the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections for Lanao del Sur's 9th District. With 93.82% of precincts reporting, Adiong has secured 33,812 votes, significantly ahead of his closest competitor.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez will be transferred to the Quezon City Jail within the day, following an order from the Sandiganbayan (anti-graft court).
A retired Sandiganbayan justice testified that unexplained wealth can be grounds for a public officer's removal, a statement relevant to one of the impeachment articles against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Ahmad “Arrie” Balindong has been elected unopposed as the 8th District representative of Lanao del Sur to the Bangsamoro Parliament, running under the political party led by the Moro Islamic Liberation Front chairman.
The first parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Philippines, have been marred by numerous irregularities reported by election watchdogs, including pre-shaded ballots, vote-buying, and armed individuals at polling stations. At least five people have died and 19 have been injured in related incidents.
The Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) announced the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of P6 million worth of evidence in connection with an alleged fuel pilferage scheme, known as "paihi," in Navotas City. The operation is part of a broader crackdown on illicit fuel distribution within the country.
Arimao Asum, patriarch of the Asum political dynasty, is set to win the 5th District seat in the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections in Lanao del Sur, Philippines, holding a significant lead with 93.38% of votes counted.
The House prosecution panel stated that the defense team's attempts to 'sabotage' the testimony of retired Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Amparo Cabotaje-Tang during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte failed. The former justice testified as an expert with 44 years of experience in handling anti-corruption cases.
A former Sandiganbayan presiding justice testified that failing to separately declare cash on hand and cash in bank in a public official’s Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN) violates the law. This emerged during a trial concerning the SALN of Vice Presidential candidate Sara Duterte.
Abdul Rauf Adiong, nephew of Lanao del Sur Governor Mamintal Adiong Jr., is poised to win the 3rd District seat in the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections, leading by a significant margin with 92.38% of election returns counted.
Physician Princess Pala Gandamra, matriarch of the influential Gandamra political dynasty, has secured an overwhelming lead in the race for the parliamentary seat representing Marawi City and Lanao del Sur's first district in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), indicating her strong grip on regional politics.
Vice President Sara Duterte's defense counsel cross-examined former Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Amparo Cabotaje-Tang on her political leanings regarding Impeachment Article II, which concerns Duterte's alleged unexplained wealth. The defense lawyer pressed Tang on her relationship with former President Rodrigo Duterte and any potential anti-Duterte sentiments.
Sugpon, Ilocos Sur Mayor Daniel Lano Jr. highlighted how long-standing boundary disputes and unclear jurisdiction between his town and Kibungan, Benguet, complicate efforts to eradicate marijuana cultivation in mountainous areas. The issue transcends drug enforcement, demanding inter-town cooperation and jurisdictional clarity.
During the trial concerning alleged unexplained wealth of Sara Duterte, a former Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice testified that investigations can extend to assets of spouses and minor children, clarifying the scope of probes into public officers' hidden wealth.
Motorists in the Philippines are bracing for a significant price increase, with gasoline set to rise by approximately P5.68 per liter and diesel by P4.31 per liter starting Tuesday, according to the Department of Energy.