Category: General

Manila: The Senate has proposed to begin the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 30, following a structured pre-trial process to ensure a fair and orderly proceeding, Senate President Francis Escudero announced in a press briefing on Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, Escudero confirmed that official preparations would start on June 2, when the Senate resumes session wherein prosecutors will present the Articles of Impeachment and senators will approve revised trial rules. By June 3, the Impeachment Court will convene and senator judges will take their oaths of office. The following day, June 4, the Senate

Pasay City: Immigration authorities intercepted two Chinese fugitives who attempted to flee the country for Malaysia at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City. According to Philippines News Agency, Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado disclosed that the foreigners were intercepted on different occasions at the immigration departure area before they could board their flights bound for Kuala Lumpur. He stated that the passengers were immediately arrested after BI officers found that they are subjects of watchlist orders issued by the bureau for being undesirable aliens due to criminal cases filed against them in

Makati City: Manulife Philippines anticipates double-digit growth across key financial metrics this year, driven by a strong economy and a growing young population. “I won’t be able to share the exact number, but yes, we target a double-digit growth across our key financial metrics,” said Manulife Philippines president and chief executive officer Rahul Hora in a briefing in Makati City on Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, data from the Insurance Commission showed that Manulife Philippines’ net income reached PHP2.77 billion in 2024, up 46.2 percent from PHP1.89 billion in 2023. Premium income also rose to PHP15.83 billion from PHP15.55

Taguig City: The Department of Energy (DOE) has engaged the expertise of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development – Nuclear Energy Agency (OECD-NEA) to support its objectives under the Philippine Nuclear Energy Program. According to Philippines News Agency, DOE Secretary Raphael Lotilla and OECD-NEA Director General William Magwood IV convened in Taguig City on February 24 to discuss advancements in the nation’s nuclear energy sector. The DOE emphasized that the OECD-NEA’s expertise will be crucial as the government strives to incorporate nuclear power into the country’s energy mix, targeting the introduction of 1,200 megawatts from nuclear technologies by 2032.

Manila: The Sy family’s convenience store chain, Alfamart, is focusing on fostering inclusive growth by partnering with micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and offering them spaces within their stores. According to Philippines News Agency, SM Investments Corp. announced that Alfamart’s latest collaboration is with Laundry Express, a self-service laundry shop that operates over 52 outlets nationwide. This partnership adds to Alfamart’s existing collaborations with MSMEs such as Coco Fresh Tea and Juice and Potato Corner. Alfamart Philippines’ Chief Operating Officer, Harvey Ong, stated, “As we grow, we want our communities to grow with us. By offering spaces within our