The number of web-based attacks aimed at Philippine businesses surged by over threefold to 1.69 million last year, according to Kaspersky. PHOTO COURTESY OF INQUIRER.NET

SMEs urged to step up cybersecurity measures

EVEN small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must step up their cybersecurity measures to protect their information technology (IT) systems from threat actors, an official...
Workers inspect an electric meter installed above ground in Manila on January 11, 2024. MARK DEMAYO/ABS-CBN NEWS PHOTO

ERC approves 4-month staggered payment for DU purchases at WESM

THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) on Thursday, June 13, has approved the staggered payment of Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) purchases by distribution utilities...
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How to Transition to a Career in Data Science

In today’s digital economy, data has become a critical asset for organizations across various industries. The increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making has led to...
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines signed a connection agreement with San Ignacio Energy Resources Development Corporation for the connection of its 440-megawatt ground mounted solar PV plant. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing of the deal.

PBBM witnesses signing of NGCP-SIERDC connection deal for 440MW Isabela Ground Mounted Solar PV

THE National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is confident that its connection agreement with San Ignacio Energy Resources Development Corporation (SIERDC) for the...
The Department of Agriculture led by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. issued Memorandum Order No. 24 suspending the importation of domestic and wild birds and associated products, including poultry meat, day-old chicks, eggs, and semen from Michigan, USA. GMA NEWS FILE PHOTO

PH bans birds, poultry imports from Michigan due to bird flu

THE Philippines is banning the importation of birds and poultry products from Michigan, United States due to an outbreak of bird flu in the...
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PH, Malaysia eye enhanced trade, investment

FINANCE Secretary Ralph Recto and the Ambassador of Malaysia to the Philippines recently met to discuss how to further enhance the two countries' economic...
Energy Regulatory Commission chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta directs the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines to attend the clarificatory hearing on Feb. 21 relative to the show-cause order issued against the latter for delayed implementation of its approved capital expenditure projects. ERC PHOTO

ERC says no basis to compel electric coops to defer increase

THE Manila Electric Company’s (Meralco) move to stagger the generation rate hike for June billing cannot be mandated for all electric cooperatives in Luzon...
This Father’s Day, pay tribute to the fathers and father figures in your lives with Richmonde Hotel Iloilo’s Father’s Day Room Packages available from June 14 to 30, 2024.

Spend Dad’s Day at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo

LET the man of the house experience an enjoyable Father’s Day celebration with the family as Richmonde Hotel Iloilo presents a curated blend of...
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‘Rice tariff cut to ensure affordability of rice prices’

NATIONAL Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Monday, June 10, defended the board's move to cut the tariff rate on imported...
A lineman showcases his skills in an exhibition during the linemen rodeo. The activity, according to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines, aims to demonstrate the ability of linemen to ensure continuous public service. NGCP HANDOUT

Marcos urges NGCP to collaborate with gov’t to improve energy infrastructure

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) to collaborate closely with government to ensure that the country's energy...