HMO industry profits quadrupled in 2025
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HMO industry profits quadrupled in 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Health maintenance organizations (HMO) in the Philippines posted a fourfold jump in industry-wide bottom line for 2025. This was fueled by higher membership fees and robust revenue growth.
Philippines shows stronger progress in SDGs
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Philippines shows stronger progress in SDGs
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is showing stronger progress on its efforts related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), even as the broader Asia-Pacific region is projected to miss most of these targets by 2030, according to the United Nations…
Consunji stocks bloodbath continues amid mine woes
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Consunji stocks bloodbath continues amid mine woes
MANILA, Philippines — Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) has assured its investors that business operations remain steady under its coal contract, which is valid until mid-2027, even as it gears up for a planned bidding.
EU-PH free trade talks gain traction, but unlikely to end in March
https://business.inquirer.net/574897/eu-ph-free-trade-talks-gain-traction-but-unlikely-to-end-in-march
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EU-PH free trade talks gain traction, but unlikely to end in March
MANILA, Philippines — The European Union (EU) said negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Philippines were advancing at an unusually fast pace but unlikely to conclude at the fifth round in March.
Banana fiber eyed for domestic industry boost
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Banana fiber eyed for domestic industry boost
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) is looking into leveraging banana fiber as support for the sustainable development of the domestic sector.
Infinix Note 60 Pro starts at P19,999
https://technology.inquirer.net/144824/infinix-note-60-pro-announced-6000mah-battery-cooling-focus-budget-friendly
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Infinix Note 60 Pro starts at P19,999
MANILA – Philippines — Infinix loves to push midrange hardware closer to “cheap entry level” territory but bring with it as much as power as possible on a budget.
7 fishermen rescued from 2 distressed boats in waters off Zambales
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7 fishermen rescued from 2 distressed boats in waters off Zambales
SAN ANTONIO, ZAMBALES – Seven fishermen from two distressed fishing boats were rescued in waters off this province, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Thursday.
OceanaGold Philippines profit jumps to $76.5 million on strong prices
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OceanaGold Philippines profit jumps to $76.5 million on strong prices
MANILA, Philippines — OceanaGold Philippines Inc. (OGP) ended 2025 with a net income of $76.5 million.
Minor tremor recorded in Marinduque
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Minor tremor recorded in Marinduque
LUCENA CITY – A magnitude 2.0 earthquake lightly shook Boac town in Marinduque province early Thursday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported.
Safe power, communications cables bill approved by House
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Safe power, communications cables bill approved by House
Proposed Safe power, communications cables bill or HB No. 7565 hurdled the plenary and approved by the House of Representatives.
TECNO Camon 50 Pro focused on imaging
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TECNO Camon 50 Pro focused on imaging
MANILA, Philippines – TECNO continues its camera-centric midrange push with the Camon 50 series. The Camon 50 Pro lands as the higher tier variant, leaning on imaging hardware, a large battery, and a fast panel rather than trying to compete purely on raw…
Marcos: Amid laptops and AI, teachers' love for students is irreplaceable
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Marcos: Amid laptops and AI, teachers’ love for students is irreplaceable
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. believes no artificial intelligence (AI) or any other technology can replace the dedication of teachers to their students.
Cristy Fermin acquitted in cyberlibel case filed by Dominic Roque
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Cristy Fermin acquitted in cyberlibel case filed by Dominic Roque
Cristy Fermin expressed her elation and gratitude after she was acquitted in the cyberlibel case filed against her by actor Dominic Roque in 2024.
Garcia: Comelec soon to issue reso on Marcoleta's SOCE case
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Garcia: Comelec soon to issue reso on Marcoleta’s SOCE case
MANILA, Philippines — The Political Finance and Affairs Department (PFAD) of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) will soon issue a resolution regarding the case of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta over his alleged inaccurate disclosure of contributions in his statement…
12 years after Noel Archival’s ambush-slay, family still seeks justice
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Cebu Daily News
12 years after Noel Archival’s ambush-slay, family still seeks justice
Twelve years after the ambush-slay of Cebuano lawyer Noel Archival, Mayor Nestor Archival said their family still seeks justice.
Method dressing: How fashion is saving Hollywood
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Method dressing: How fashion is saving Hollywood
From “Barbie” to “Wuthering Heights” and “Marty Supreme,” actors are using method dressing to drive box-office success
Archival greets Cebu Muslims as Ramadan begins
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Archival greets Cebu Muslims as Ramadan begins
Mayor Nestor Archival extended his greetings to the Muslim community as the holy month of Ramadan began on Thursday, February 19.