The Philippine peso ended the first trading day of the week at 57.9 against the US dollar, 18 centavos stronger than its previous closing. INQUIRER.NET STOCK IMAGE

Cratering peso sinks to new record low vs US dollar

THE PHILIPPINE peso fell to a new record low on Wednesday, November 12, as investor confidence continued to be rattled by a widening corruption...
A total of 35 Watsons local volunteers along with AS Watson officers and volunteers from Superdrug, the UK’s health, beauty, and wellness retail brand under the AS Watson Group joined in the mission

Bicol Homecoming Mission: Watsons and Operation Smile Philippines Deliver Smiles After 12 Years

Twelve years into their partnership, Watsons and Operation Smile Philippines continue their vital work, bringing smiles to the children with cleft lip and palate....

Guimaras food inflation drops to -2.9% in October

FOOD prices in Guimaras maintained their downward trajectory in October 2025 with inflation recorded at -2.9 percent for all income households and -4.2 percent...

Higher ancillary services push November 2025 transmission rates

POWER consumers will see a slight increase in transmission rates in their November 2025 bills due to higher Ancillary Services (AS) rates, according to...
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has collected P186 million in withholding taxes from Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators and is set to collect another P170 million this month.

PH gaming revenues down in Q3 amid stricter regulations

THE PHILIPPINE gaming industry posted lower gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the third quarter of the year following online reforms and stricter rules on...
“The accelerating growth in total premiums and other key statistical indicators underscores not only the increasing trust and recognition of the vital role insurance plays in economic resilience, but also the stronger awareness among Filipinos on the value of financial protection,” says Insurance Commission Commissioner Reynaldo Regalado. FILE SCREENGRAB FROM PIA

PH total insurance premiums up 13.2% in end-September

MORE Filipinos now have insurance coverage as total premiums rose 13.2 percent on an annual basis as of end-September, data from the Insurance Commission...

Senator Bong Go pushes for faster construction of classrooms nationwide, cites flood control budget...

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go on Tuesday, November 11, co-sponsored Senate Bill No. 1482, or the proposed Classroom Building Acceleration Program Act, calling for a...
Six lineworkers from the Iloilo I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ILECO I), known as the “Warriors of Light,” returned to Iloilo on Oct. 30, 2025, after successfully assisting the Masbate Electric Cooperative, Inc. in restoring electricity in areas heavily affected by Typhoon “Opong.”

ILECO I’s ‘warriors of light’ bring power, hope to Masbate; 94% restoration achieved under...

TIGBAUAN, Iloilo – The Iloilo I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ILECO I) has successfully completed its month-long power restoration mission in Masbate, demonstrating the enduring...
“The government has been actively working to recover from ASF through a national zoning and movement plan, identifying areas already disease-free. This highlights the importance of science-based monitoring, regionalization for ASF freedom, and adherence to WOAH guidelines for safe swine trade,” says Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (left photo). PIA / PROV’L GOV’T OF AURORA PHOTOS

DA issues ASF-free swine import rules

To strengthen the country's defenses against the African Swine Fever (ASF), while also ensuring the safe importation of swine products, Department of Agriculture Secretary...

BOI warns vs investment registration scam

THE BOARD of Investments (BOI) warned the public against fraudulent individuals and entities offering assistance in investment registration. According to the BOI, there have been...