Investor demand exceeds PAL’s target by 4.5 times as the flag carrier secures fresh funding for expansion and fleet modernization.
Unemployment rose to 4.8% as more Filipinos entered the workforce, even as businesses continued hiring across key industries.
The new NBI eClearance feature lets eligible users process renewals and access digital copies, though several details have yet to be clarified.
Food inflation slowed to 5.4% as rice, fish and meat posted softer price increases, but vegetable inflation accelerated to 9%, keeping grocery bills uneven for Filipino households.
Lower transport costs helped slow inflation from May’s 6.8%, but rising core inflation suggests many Filipinos may not feel immediate relief from higher prices.
Class 1 motorists now pay ₱292 from Nichols to Sto. Tomas via SLEX, while STAR Tollway’s end-to-end toll is now ₱121.
State-run lender becomes the latest bank to waive InstaPay and PESONet charges after similar moves by BPI and RCBC.
The new RC Park at Maybunga Rainforest Park captures a growing trend of local governments developing specialized recreational spaces beyond traditional parks and courts.
Why more Filipino professionals are trading titles and promotions for time outside work
Banks earn from deposits while e-wallets cannot, which makes fees more material.
