In what was once a predominantly agricultural barangay of Santa Maria, Bulacan, a grassroots initiative that began with a handful of farmers under a sampaloc tree has blossomed into one of the province’s most progressive cooperatives. Backed by LandBank, the Catmon Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MPC) has thrived by growing alongside its community– evolving to meet changing needs while staying true to its …

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) recently held its Annual Stockholders Meeting,  reporting solid 2024 performance marked by continued expansion, operational efficiency, and a smooth leadership transition as the company prepares for its next phase of growth. In her first address as Chairperson of the Board, Ms. Sherisa “Baby” Nuesa highlighted Metro Retail’s resilience amid a dynamic market environment. The …

San Miguel Foods Inc. (SMFI) has reported a significant reduction in malnutrition among children covered by its expanded mother-and-child health program, “Happy si Mommy, Malusog si Baby,” now reaching over 1,000 beneficiaries in 24 barangays nationwide. Data from the program show that 89 percent  of children enrolled have reached normal height and weight, underweight cases have dropped to 2 percent, …

Manila Water has successfully completed significant operational enhancements at the Olandes Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Marikina City, repurposing its unutilized capacity for Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) treatment. This initiative underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and compliance with updated effluent standards. The P129.31-million BNR operational adjustment project, completed in November 2024, focused on optimizing the Olandes STP …

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and the Philippine Government Employees Association (PGEA) officially rolled out the GSIS-PGEA Speakers’ Bureau last may 7 and 8 to “educate members of their GSIS benefits and serve as a platform to address their concerns.” The maiden capacity-building activity themed “Totoo Tayo: PGEA x GSIS, Laban sa Fake News” was designed to equip PGEA’s …

Additional and upgraded electronic gates will be installed at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to hasten immigration processing of passengers. Transportation Secretary Dizon said adopting next generation e-gates is part of the government’s effort to improve the travel experience, in compliance to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to prioritize the convenience and safety of passengers. Secretary Dizon said the …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) formally terminated the contract for building the Unified Grand Central Station that links LRT 1 and MRT 3 after prolonged delays in construction. DOTr sent a Notice of Termination of their contract with the consortium of BF Corporation and Foresight Development and Surveying Company (BFC-FDSC). “Now that we have terminated the contract with BF Corp. …

A couple of world-class beaches in the Philippines – Entalula in Palawan and Bon Bon in Romblon – improved their rankings in the “World’s 50 Best Beaches” list. Entalula Beach rose to No. 2 from No. 4 last year. Entalula Beach was only topped by Italy’s Cala Goloritze, which was only No. 19 in the 2024 edition of the list. …

The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed agreements with Neste and World Energy to acquire Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and SAF certificates respectively, supporting its decarbonization program while gaining further valuable insights into the pathways, standards, and certification systems in the renewable fuel landscape. With the SAF acquisition from Neste, a renewable fuel producer, SIA Group earns 1,000 tonnes of …

Expedia Group said that reduced travel demand in the United States has led to decreased revenues in the first quarter of 2025. Bank of America said credit card transactions showed spending on flights and lodging kept falling last month. The two reports add to growing indications that the US travel and tourism industry may see its first slowdown since the …