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Philippine MTerra Solar Project To Be Connected To The Grid Very Soon
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. The Philippine Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) recently approved a P14.25-billion ($250 million) transmission network that will connect the MTerra Solar Project to the...

CarBEV, AngCars partner to launch the Philippines’ first all-electric ride-hailing fleet
Philstar.com October 13, 2025 | 10:00am MANILA, Philippines — In support of the country’s shift toward modernizing the transport sector, CarBEV (Battery Electric Vehicle), a pioneer in electric vehicle (EV) fleet solutions, has partnered with...

Manulife Philippines Advances Health and Longevity with Inaugural “Time to MOVE” Symposium
Filipinos are reshaping longevity by focusing on quality of life, with younger generations prioritizing wellness, purpose, and financial independence over simply living longer. Launch of ManulifeMOVE, the insurer’s holistic health program, brought...

Globe business summit urges industry to co-create PH digital backbone
MANILA, Philippines — A summit conference initiated by Globe convened industry leaders in a bid to meet a vision of shared infrastructure and “work in sync to serve the nation at scale.” The Globe Business G Summit was held to co-envision a...

Mondelez International engages DOST-FNRI to develop healthy snacking recommendations for Filipino adults
Philstar.com October 13, 2025 | 7:00am MANILA, Philippines — Mondelez International and the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) recently signed a memorandum of agreement whereby the snacks company...

Keeping the Philippine Centrestage: 2025 European-Philippine Business Dialogue and European Investors’ Night
As momentum builds behind the resumption of the European Union-Philippines Free Trade Agreement (EU-PH FTA) negotiations, the Philippines stands at a strategic inflection point to deepen trade and investment partnerships with Europe. Recognizing...

The Hotel & Foodservice Suppliers Show and Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila Opens
The Hotel & Foodservice Suppliers Show and Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila opened on Thursday at the SMX Convention Center Manila. The Hotel & Foodservice Suppliers Show is the ultimate destination for professionals in the hospitality and...

DICT chief backs blockchain for budget transparency in Philippines
Homepage > News > Business > DICT chief backs blockchain for budget transparency in Philippines Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda said he is optimistic that blockchain can help ensure transparency...

LS Eco Energy Exports Busducts to Southeast Asia, Enters Batam Hyperscale Data Center Project
LS Eco Energy is accelerating its international expansion after exporting busducts to the Southeast Asian data center market for the first time. On October 13, the company said its Vietnam manufacturing unit, LSCV, will supply busducts to a 50 MW...

Meralco assures affordable, reliable power for SOCOTECO consumers
Power consumers in General Santos City, Sarangani Province, and the municipalities of Tupi, and Polomolok in South Cotabato can look forward to enjoying affordable electricity rates and a reliable power supply. The Manila Electric Company...

Filipino delivery rider finds hope and healing on two wheels
WHEN the pandemic swept across the Philippines five years ago, Jameson Cerdan’s world closed in. The 42-year-old father of two lost his job as businesses shuttered. Days turned heavy, filled with uncertainty and silence. “There were times I didn’t...

Manila FAME taps into nature-inspired design
THE MANILA FAME trade show will be back this year for its 73rd edition, featuring all things home, fashion, and lifestyle inspired by the roots of Filipino design — nature itself. Organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through the...

Philippines Alleges China Rammed Its Vessel Off Spratly
The Philippines has accused a Chinese coast guard ship of deliberately ramming and deploying a water cannon on a Philippine government vessel near Thitu Island in the disputed Spratly archipelago, causing minor damage but no injuries, according to...

No weekend plans? Here are spots worth visiting in Manila accessible via LRT-1
There’s simply no place like Manila, or so how the popular OPM song goes. The nation’s capital, home to more than 15 million people, possesses a unique charm and energy that is incomparable to any other city. It is also a place rich with both...

Philippine tennis finds new godfather in Hayb Anzures
The Philippine Star October 13, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — In just a year after picking up a racket for the first time, Hayb Anzures has become one of the most influential figures in Philippine tennis, championing the sport’s revival...

Filipina filmmakers get their due in 'Cinemartyrs'
October 12, 2025 | 10:35pm SINGAPORE, Singapore — The history of Philippine cinema is scattered with classic narratives and gems of a golden age that still resonate deeply in the present day. Sari Dalena's "Cinemartyrs" tackles one lesser-known...

PhilRice says drones to cut farming costs, downplays potential agriculture job losses
THE Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) said the use of drones in farming will cut costs, make agriculture more profitable, and help attract younger people to the profession. Addressing queries about potential job losses due to the...

Philippines property market resilient amid corruption issues
Catherine Talavera - The Philippine Star October 13, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — As corruption is an issue that affects us all, its impact on various industries cannot be denied. However, despite massive corruption issues recently brought...

Six exploration, development contracts under review for approval — Energy dep’t
SIX POTENTIAL petroleum and hydrogen service contracts are currently being evaluated, with three having reached the Office of the President (OP), the Department of Energy (DoE) said. “There are three contracts that are being evaluated at the...

ASAP Brings Star-Studded Filipino Variety Show to Vancouver
Posted by ReyFort Media Vancouver, Canada September 2025 – ABS-CBN Global and ABS-CBN Studios is proud to announce that ASAP, the Philippines’ longest-running Sunday musical variety show, is bringing its vibrant performances and star-studded...