Day: August 13, 2025

Manila: The transmission rate of the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) has increased for the July billing period as the company implements the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) decision concerning under-recoveries and its maximum allowable revenue. According to Philippines News Agency, the transmission rate for July stands at PHP0.5923 per kilowatt hour (kWh), up from PHP0.4611 per kWh in June. This increase is part of the regulatory adjustments mandated by the ERC. However, it is essential to consider the ancillary services rates, which have decreased to PHP0.5872/kWh in July from PHP0.6182/kWh in June. As a result, the overall average

Makati city: Ayala Land Hospitality has announced a strategic partnership with hotel giant Hilton to open the first Canopy by Hilton hotel in Makati City by 2026. The hotel will be strategically positioned above the new One Ayala development, marking a significant addition to the city’s hospitality landscape. According to Philippines News Agency, Ayala Land Hospitality’s president and chief executive officer, George Aquino, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We’re thrilled to team up with Hilton to bring Canopy’s vibrant spirit to Manila. It’s not just about adding rooms-it’s about creating stays that spark curiosity and celebrate Filipino creativity. This

Caraga: Authorities seized over PHP1.45 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 35 suspects during a series of anti-criminality operations held from Aug. 7 to 10, the Police Regional Office in the Caraga Region (PRO-13) said Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, the operations, part of the Simultaneous Anti-Criminality Law Enforcement Operations (SACLEO), marked the first major campaign under the leadership of Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano Magistrado IV, the newly appointed director of PRO-13. Operatives confiscated 213.53 grams of suspected shabu (methamphetamine hydrochloride) valued at PHP1.45 million, and six grams of marijuana worth PHP720, according to data from the PRO-13

Lubao: Zianbeau Edoc fired a 70 for a 141 total to dominate the boys’ 11-14 division in the ICTSI Pradera Verde Junior PGT Championship in Lubao, Pampanga Wednesday. Vito Sarines closed with a 69 to finish second at 143, followed by Race Manhit, who carded a 72 for third at 146. Jacob Casuga and Jacobo Gomez placed fourth and fifth, with 151 and 153 after 77 and 78, respectively. According to Philippines News Agency, Edoc claimed a second straight win after missing the first four legs. ‘I was making more putts today and hitting my wedges closer to the pin.

Pasay city: Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) operatives have arrested in separate operations a Chinese national selling counterfeit footwear in Pasay City, and a murder fugitive of nine years in Samar province. According to Philippines News Agency, CIDG director Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano stated that the 37-year-old Chinese national, identified as “Zen”, was apprehended in Barangay 77, Pasay City. Zen was found trading and distributing counterfeit footwear, valued at PHP9.1 million, on August 7. The operation, based on confirmed intelligence and executed with a search warrant, led to the seizure of 2,764 pairs of Vans shoes, 285 pairs of