Food supply, importation contribute to lower Sept inflation in Ilocos

Malasiqui: Rate of price increases in the Ilocos Region slowed to 0.6 percent in September this year from 1.8 percent in August primarily due to sufficient food supply, according to authorities.

Philippine Statistics Authority – Ilocos Region supervi…

DOST partners with mall for sustainable initiative

Manila: The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and mall giant SM inked a partnership Thursday to promote sustainable initiatives.

In an interview, DOST – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Developme…

Meralco rates lower by 36 centavos/kWh in Oct.

Manila: After three straight months of power rate hikes, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) on Friday announced lower electricity rates in October.

In a statement, Meralco said the rate this month will decrease by PHP0.3587 per kilowatt hour (kWh)…

Malaysia Eyes Global WPC Market, Unveils Flood-resistant Homes

Malaysia aims to become a leading producer of wood-plastic composite (WPC) materials, which are increasingly recognised globally as durable and eco-friendly building products.

Malaysian Timber Industry Board (MTIB) chairman Datuk Larry Sng Wei Shien…

Poll sign-up hearings in Manila, Pasay reset due to work suspension

Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has reset the Election Registration Board (ERB) hearings in the cities of Manila and Pasay on Oct. 14 and 15, due to Malacañang’s suspension of government work in these areas.

‘In view of the work suspens…

ULAP underscores blue and green economy to diversify local economies

Manila: Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president, Governor Dakila Carlo Cua, has underscored the importance of leveraging the Blue and Green Economy to diversify local economies.

In a recent workshop with the theme ‘Natural Capi…

PH Marines, counterparts from 5 nations to join ‘KAMANDAG’ drills

Manila: Elite troops of the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) and their counterparts from the United States, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and Australia will participate in this year’s “KAMANDAG 08-24” exercises on Oct. 15-25.

In an advisory on…