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People over fuel tax, senator’s bill gains support from the Senate

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As global fuel prices soar and Dubai crude oil exceeds $100 per barrel, the Philippine Senate is moving to provide relief for Filipino households. The committees on Energy, and Ways and Means have approved, in principle, several measures that would allow the President to suspend or cut fuel excise taxes during economic emergencies. A...

ECONOMY

Cebu Pacific nets P9.5 billion in first nine months of 2025

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Cebu Pacific (CEB) more than doubled its profits in the first nine months of 2025, as strong travel demand...

Puregold operator Cosco Capital posts P10.7 billion profit in Jan. to Sept.

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Cosco Capital Inc., the parent firm of Puregold Price Club, reported a 6.6 percent increase in net income to...

PH GDP growth slows to 4% in Q3

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The Philippine economy cooled to 4 percent in the third quarter of 2025, down from 5.5 percent in the...

LIFESTYLE

Sugar and Spice | Young talents shine in culinary, tourism events

Maya Padillo -
Creativity, sustainability, and student talent were on full display as learners from Joji Ilagan International Schools showcased their skills during JIB PRO X 2026 and the first-ever JIB B.E.S.T., events that celebrated the next...

Sugar and Spice | Manila Marriott kicks off 2026 with a fun and fabulous media get-together

Maya Padillo -
Manila Marriott Hotel at Newport World Resorts welcomed 2026 in style with a lively and festive “See You, Wonderful: The Philippine Media New Year Lunch Get-together” held at its chic Garden Rooms on Friday....

Sugar and Spice | Carmen’s Best makes holiday giving extra sweet

Maya Padillo -
It’s the season of twinkling lights, festive playlists and an ever-growing gift list. You may already know who you’re shopping for, but figuring out...

Sugar and Spice | A purpose-filled Christmas beyond the pool

Maya Padillo -
For the South Pacific Pilot Whales Swim Team (SPPW), the holidays took on deeper meaning this year. Celebrating its first Christmas as a team,...

Sugar and Spice | A Fresh take on wellness: Truvy introduces plant-based living to Davao

Maya Padillo -
Truvy Health and Wellness Products brought a refreshing wave of plant-based wellness to Davao City as it officially launched its Philippine presence with a...

SPORTS

Eala reaches career-high No. 51 ahead of Hong Kong Open campaign

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Filipina tennis star Alex Eala achieved a new milestone in her career, climbing to a career-high No. 51in the latest WTA world rankings ahead...

Yulo qualifies in vault, floor exercise finals at World Championships

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Filipino Olympian Carlos Edriel Yulo qualified in the finals of men's vault and floor exercise events on Monday at the 53rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics...

Pencak silat delivers first PH gold at Asian Youth Games

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The Philippines kicked off its campaign at the 3rd Asian Youth Games on a high note after Kram Airam Carpio triumphed in the pencak...

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