Eastern samar: The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its ground presence and security operations in Eastern Samar following Monday’s magnitude 6 earthquake that shook the province.
According to Philippines News Agency, personnel from …
Manila: Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. (Metrobank): Metrobank reported a net income of PHP12.6 billion for the first quarter of 2026, attributing the growth to modest asset expansion, improved margins, and a healthy increase in fee income.
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Manila: The Department of Energy (DOE) emphasized the need for a balanced approach in evaluating proposals to suspend, reduce, or remove the value-added tax (VAT) on electricity. The DOE highlighted the importance of considering the benefits to consum…
Butuan city: The Butuan City Water District (BCWD), effective on Tuesday, lifted the water rationing it implemented here since last week, restoring normal service to consumers. Recent localized thunderstorms have boosted the water supply from BCWD’s s…
Guinobatan: The Municipal Health Office (MHO) of Guinobatan in Albay province has recorded cases of respiratory illnesses due to ashfall from Mayon Volcano, an official said Tuesday. ‘There is an increase in cases of cough, colds, and respiratory infe…