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LTO eyes more breath analyzers vs drunk, drugged driving

The Land Transportation Office is seeking approval for the procurement of more breath analyzers as part of strict law enforcement aimed at ensuring the safety of all road users, LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said yesterday.

Palace declares special holidays in 5 areas

President Marcos has declared special holidays in five areas in the country for the celebration of local anniversaries and festivities.

Regional allocations down in 2025 budget

Funding for regions under the proposed 2025 General Appropriations Act has been reduced to almost 64 percent as the government moved for a more equitable distribution of resources needed for economic growth.

Fire hits suspended Antique mayor's property

Vehicles worth about P12.2 million were destroyed in a fire that hit a property of a suspended mayor in Antique before dawn yesterday.

DepEd retrieves learning materials withheld in Cavite warehouse

The Department of Education (DepEd) has retrieved the last batch of the P3 billion worth of learning materials that were withheld in a warehouse in Cavite due to unpaid storage fees.

Trump rejects Harris' challenge to debate again

Donald Trump on Sept.21 rejected another debate with Vice President Kamala Harris before the US presidential election, hours after the Democratic candidate's campaign said she had agreed to an Oct. 23 match-up with her Republican rival on CNN.

Biden tells Quad allies: China testing us all

US President Joe Biden told Indo- Pacific allies on Saturday that he believes China's increas- ing military assertiveness is an effort to test the region at a turbulent moment for Beijing.

Madonna makes veiled entrance to Dolce & Gabbana show

MILAN (AP) Pop icon Madonna attempted a semistealth entrance to the Dolce & Gabbana runway show draped in a black veil for a runway show referencing her 1990s heyday and celebrating the cone bra.

4 killed in Alabama shooting

A mass shooting involving several assailants has left at least four people dead and dozens wounded in the US state of Alabama, police said on Saturday.

Phl chessers slow down with loss to Georgia

The Philippines saw its hope for a best finish nipped in the bid after falling to Georgia, 2.5-1.5, in the 10th and penultimate round of the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad at the BOK Sports Hall here Saturday.

Charly on the clock

Charly Suarez seized the WBO international junior lightweight championship.

Jerusalem shuts out Castillo to retain WBC title

And still.Melvin Jerusalem delighted the home crow in his first title defense, retaining the WBC minimumweight crown with a unanimous decision over Mexican challenger Luis Castillo in the Manny Pacquiao Promotion's Blow-by-Blow main event last night at the Mandaluyong City College Gym.

Highlands Ladies Cup giving to charity

The upcoming Highlands Ladies Cup, set for Oct.5 at the Midlands and Lucky 9 courses of Tagaytay Midlands Golf Club, aims to do more than showcase golfing talent - it's also dedicated to making a positive impact on the community.

Santos dagger ends Blazers' run

Letran went to an unlikely hero in the clutch as it shocked College of St. Benilde, 71-69, yesterday to reclaim a place in the magic four in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Maroons rip Tams; Warriors shock Archers

Host University of the Philippines breezed past winless Far Eastern U, 69-58, to stay unblemished in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball tournament yesterday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Rice tariff collections breach P25 B

The government has collected at least P25 billion in tariffs from over 2.8 million metric tons (MT) of imported rice from January to August, latest Bureau of Customs (BOC) data showed.

'Higher BOP surplus to persist until 2025'

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) anticipates further improvement in the country's external payments position this year, attributing it to stronger inflows that will result in a higher balance of payments (BOP) sur- plus

Bank reserves cut seen to unleash P300 B

The reduction in banks' reserve requirement ratios (RRR) last week will inject over P300 billion in liquidity into the financial system, which would help boost economic growth, analysts said.

Sign of progress

A colleague, Joe, complained on Facebook that it took him three hours to drive from Pasig to Makati. Ho hum! Nothing new.

'Phl lacks net zero commitments'

The country is facing significant challenges in achieving its \"net zero\" target due to the lack of a national declaration to guide its efforts, according to climate advocate Net Zero Carbon Alliance (NZCA).

MPIC's privatization moves bearing fruits

The decision to go private last year has worked wonders for conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp.(MPIC), as the company is on its way to another banner year.

Telcos seek reduction in spectrum user fees

As the government has improved the ease of doing business in telco, the industry is asking it to work on minimizing costs next, starting with a mandatory fee requiring P5 billion yearly.

Honda mulls e-motorcycle production

Motorcycle manufacturer.Honda Philippines Inc. may consider producing electric motorcycles locally if the government will provide incentives, according to a company official.

Lopez-led FPIP breaks ground on Batangas commercial hub

A three-story mixed-use commercial hub is set to rise in the First Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) in Batangas, a development expected to help improve the quality of life and create jobs in the area.

ALI to raise P10 B from sustainability-linked bond issuance

Property giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) is planning to raise another P10 billion from the issuance of sustainability-linked bonds.

BCDA taps Danish firm for New Clark City decarbonization

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with Danish firm Danfoss Philippines Inc.to come up with a decarbonization program for New Clark City (NCC).

Luna Securities cuts broker's commission rate to 0.12%

Luna Securities Inc.Exchange Inc., is capitalizing on the latest technology to offer what it claims to be an industry best broker’s commission rate.

Recognition system launched

Having your trademark or service mark registered with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is the only way by which one can own such a mark and prevent others from using an identical or similar mark especially with respect to identical or similar goods or services without the owner's consent.

Seafood City launches digital marketplace

Seafood City, the biggest Filipinofounded grocery chain in North America, has partnered with Philippine brands for a digital marketplace app that will cater to global Filipinos.

First Gen awards LNG contract to Singapore-based supplier

First Gen Corp.of the Lopez Group is securing its fifth shipment of liquified natural gas (LNG) cargo from Singaporebased Shell Eastern Trading Pte. Ltd.next month.