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Gotianun, ESAMELCO Seek ERC Nod for New Urgent Power Deal

Gotianun-led FDC Misamis Power Corp. (FDCMPC) is seeking regulatory approval for its new emergency power supply agreement (EPSA) with an electric cooperative that serves Eastern Samar.

The 4Ps of Sustainability

In the dynamic world of digital finance, where shifts are constant, success demands more than staying afloat and keeping pace.

Budget for free internet program tripled to P7.5 B

The government's flagship program on free internet has gained a major boost, as its funding was tripled to a record budget this year to cover more Filipinos in far-flung towns.

Nearly 5-M Passengers in Seaports for Holidays

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) expects to close the Christmas season facilitating the travel of close to 4.6 million Filipinos who went to their holiday destinations by sea.

BCDA Unit Takes Over San Fernando Seaport Operations

State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has authorized its subsidiary, Poro Point Management Corp. (PPMC), to manage the San Fernando Seaport in La Union until a new operator is chosen.

Apple Agrees to $95-M Deal to Settle Siri Eavesdropping Suit

Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit accusing its digital assistant Siri of listening in on users' private conversations.

China Is 'Determined' To Open Up To World In 2025 - Official

China is \"determined\" to continue opening up its economy to the world in 2025, a top economic planning official said yesterday, as Beijing steels itself for potential trade turmoil when US president-elect Donald Trump takes office.

Spotting macro and micro trends for the new year

After a dash of research and some sleuthing through the works of futurists and business experts, I've pieced together a snapshot of the trends to shape the year ahead.

SMC's Amended By-Laws Cleared by SEC

Diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has secured regulatory approval for the amendments to its by-laws, which delineate the roles and duties of the chairman and chief executive officer, as well as the president and chief operating officer.

JFC Completes Takeover of Tim Ho Wan

Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. (JFC) has completed its takeover of the management and ownership of Tim Ho Wan.

MPWS, Hitachi to explore wastewater projects in Phl

A unit of Metro Pacific Water (MPW) will explore wastewater management projects in the Philippines with a subsidiary of Japanese multinational Hitachi Ltd., including development of new treatment plants.

More Petron car care centers underway

Petron Corp. is revving up plans to expand its network with more specialized hubs for automotive maintenance services after opening the company's largest one to date.

Bargain hunting continues to lift market

The local stock market closed higher for a second straight session yesterday as investors continued to shop for bargains following the holidays

Palace declares Jan. 9 a holiday in Manila

Malacañang has declared Jan. 9 as a special non-working day in the city of Manila for the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene.

US embassies worldwide closed on Jan. 9

The United States embassy in Manila and other US foreign missions worldwide will be closed on Jan. 9 to mark the national day of mourning for the late US president Jimmy Carter who died Sunday at the age of 100.

M&A deals hit $8.6 B in 2024

Merger and acquisitions (M&A) transactions in the Philippines jumped by 37 percent to $8.6 billion in 2024 from $6.2 billion in 2023, according to a report by PwC Philippines.

Producer Prices Rise in Nov

Factory gate prices inched up in November, driven mainly by the increase in the prices of computer and electronic products, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

BSP Sees Lower BOP Surplus in 2024

The country's 2024 balance of payments (BOP) surplus is expected to decline compared to a year ago amid slower economic growth and persistent geopolitical tensions, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

Nothing radical in Novak's plan

After winning just one tournament in 2024 — a Paris Olympics gold medal — former No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he, and with new coach Andy Murray’s input, has a plan to take on the game’s newcomers.

ABAP builds up for new year

Association of Boxing Alliances in the Philippines (ABAP) secretary-general Marcus Manalo said yesterday the national pool of 43 is taking a break from joining competitions until possibly the Thailand Open in May but will continue to train and build up for the new year with the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool in September and the SEA Games in Bangkok in December the highlights of a busy calendar.

Malixi hangs on with 74

Defending champion Rianne Malixi recovered from a shaky start and fired three closing birdies to card a one-over 74 in the opening round of the Women's Australian Master of the Amateurs yesterday in Victoria, Australia.

PSC Wants More for National Pool

The Philippine Sports Commission will ask Congress to support its plan of increasing the national athletes' monthly allowance this year to help boost the latter's morale and sustain the gains from last year.

Party's Over For PBA Clubs

As the PBA Commissioner's Cup hits the court tomorrow after the holiday break, two major questions beg for answers.

International life

It is always a rare privilege to cover any sporting event overseas.

Eala falls short of Canberra final

Alex Eala's dream run came to an abrupt end at the hands of China's Sijia Wei, absorbing a 7-5, 6-2 loss to crash out of the Workday Canberra International yesterday in Australia.

Meghan Markle's Lifestyle Show Premieres Jan. 15 on Netflix

Meghan Markle (in photo), the actress wife of Britain's Prince Harry, will launch her new lifestyle and cooking show on Netflix on Jan. 15, she announced on Thursday on social media.

Investigators begin lifting Jeju Air wreckage after fatal crash

South Korean investigators yesterday began lifting the wreckage of the Jeju Air plane that crashed five days ago, killing 179 people in the worst aviation disaster on its soil, AFP reporters saw.

Singer Wayne Osmond dead at 73

Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, who were known for such 1970s teen hits as \"One Bad Apple,\" \"Yo-Yo\" and \"Down By the Lazy River,\" has died. He was 73.

Vegas Tesla blast suspect's motive unknown; death ruled suicide

The decorated US special forces soldier who blew up a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas shot himself in the head before the blast, authorities said on Thursday, adding that his motivation was still \"unknown.\"

Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera Broadcasts

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has ordered the suspension of broadcasts by Al Jazeera, a move the Qatar-based television network condemned on Thursday as reminiscent of Israeli practices.