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Justin Healthcare AI Introduces AI-Powered Consulting and Automation Solutions for Medical Practices
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North County Mulch Launches E-Commerce Website With Pin-Drop Delivery Feature for Escondido Customers
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GLG's AI-Moderated Calls Unlock Expert Insights at New Speed and Scale
Clients can engage trusted experts with conversational AI agent, capturing qualitative depth and quantitative data in 10 languages NEW YORK, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GLG, the world's leading platform for trusted human expertise, today announced its enhanced AI-Moderated Calls offering, enabling clients globally to engage experts through autonomously conducted calls in 10 languages. The AI Moderator is purpose-built to guide structured calls with nuanced conversational capabilities, gathering
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Palace allots P400 million for PUV fuel discounts; P1,000 monthly aid pushed
MALACAÑANG on Thursday said the government has initially allocated P400 million for its P12-per-liter fuel discount program for public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers, with the assistance set to continue as long as transport workers require support. Palace Press Officer Clarissa A. Castro said the Department of Transportation (DoTr) would provide details on how the P12-per-liter […]
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Marcos releases P1.6B for tropical depression
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has ordered the release of more than P1.6 billion in standby funds and over five million family food packs as Tropical Depression Maymay, internationally known as Kujira, and the southwest monsoon continued to affect parts of the country, Malacañang said on Thursday. “The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council […]
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Prosecutors defend CoA witness’ answers in VP trial
HOUSE of Representatives prosecutors on Thursday defended the answers of their first Commission on Audit (CoA) witness, saying his responses to senator-judges’ questions on the government’s auditing system were grounded in existing rules during the impeachment trial of Vice-President (VP) Sara Duterte-Carpio.
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Data centers may strain PHL power supply
THE Philippines’ expanding data center industry could strain electricity supply and push up power costs as facilities require massive amounts of energy, the Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance, Inc. (PE2) said. “The clustering of data centers poses a major threat to the affordability of electricity prices as they quickly demand new grid capacity upgrades,” PE2 President […]
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Marcos seeks RPVARA suspension
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has asked Congress to suspend the implementation of the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA), Malacañang said on Thursday. Palace Press Officer Clarissa A. Castro told reporters via Viber that the proposed suspension of Republic Act No. 12001, which was discussed during the fourth Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council […]
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Jeepney fare hike still suspended
THE Department of Transportation (DoTr) on Thursday said the jeepney fare hike approved in March would remain suspended despite rising fuel prices. Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Z. Lopez said the government is instead providing relief through a fuel discount of P12 per liter for public utility jeepneys and UV Express vehicles starting Aug. 15, which […]
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DICT seeks P18-B budget in 2027
THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is seeking a budget of P18 billion for 2027 to expand digital services and connectivity programs, including e-government infrastructure, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The agency has proposed P2.7 billion for e-government programs covering cloud hosting, cybersecurity and system integration for the eGov app. DICT said integrating government […]
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Another system loss bill filed
A PARTY-LIST lawmaker has filed another bill that seeks to remove system loss charges from electricity bills and require distribution utilities to absorb the costs. House Bill No. 10585, filed by Party-list Rep. Jose Manuel Tadeo “Chel” I. Diokno and three other lawmakers, seeks to amend the Electric Power Industry Reform Act and boost accountability […]
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Health chief denies TB delay case
HEALTH Secretary Jose Brittanio “Brix” S. Pujalte, Jr. denied allegations that he deliberately delayed the P3-billion procurement of anti-tuberculosis drugs and said he would cooperate with an Ombudsman investigation. Mr. Pujalte said the procurement requires careful review to verify the quantity, quality and safety of medicines and ensure compliance with government rules. An 18-page complaint […]
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DepEd gets teaching leeway now
REPUBLIC ACT No. 12322 has lapsed into law, giving the Department of Education (DepEd) greater authority to determine teaching methods aimed at ensuring students master lessons before advancing to the next grade. Approved on Aug. 2, the measure amends the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 and removes some rigid prescriptions on curriculum development. Under […]
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DepEd unveils ARAL TutorKo app
THE Department of Education (DepEd) launched ARAL TutorKo, a web-based platform designed to streamline tutor recruitment and management under its Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning Program. Developed with Thames International, Inc. and LearnTalk Ltd., the platform provides tools for tutor applications, onboarding, deployment, lesson management, learner grouping, attendance and session tracking. DepEd targets 440,000 tutors […]
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BCDA, Capas advance Pax plans
PLANS for the proposed Pax Silica innovation ecosystem in New Clark City are advancing through consultations between the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and the Capas, Tarlac local government, Malacañang said on Thursday. The BCDA outlined plans for the proposed hub to attract advanced industries and high-value investments while creating jobs and opportunities for […]
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PSEi slips further before PHL GDP data release
THE MAIN INDEX extended its decline on Thursday as investors preferred to take a cautious stance before the release of the latest Philippine gross domestic product (GDP) data. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) slipped by 0.13% or 8.36 points to close at 6,277.95. Meanwhile, the broader all shares index edged up by 0.02% or […]
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BCDA welcomes opportunity to address Pax Silica concerns
THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said it will address concerns raised over the Philippines’ participation in the Washington-led Pax Silica initiative. “We assure that we will address all the concerns of all stakeholders,” BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang told reporters on the sidelines of an event on Thursday. “It’s […]
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ERC readies pricing scheme for this year’s gas auction
THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said it is preparing the pricing scheme for the government’s planned auction this year dedicated to gas-fired power plants. In a draft resolution, the ERC said it is seeking to establish a gas price benchmarking technology that will outline limitations and price caps on allowable pass-through charges to consumers. These […]
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Congress urged to focus budget on boosting manufacturing, infra, energy
CONGRESS should use its deliberations on the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027 to prioritize reforms that strengthen manufacturing and support investments in infrastructure, energy security, digital transformation, education and workforce development, analysts said. The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is scheduled to turn over the proposed budget to Congress by Aug. 14. Under […]
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Factory output growth accelerates in June
FACTORY OUTPUT growth accelerated to 10.1% in June, driven by stronger production of refined petroleum, food products and transport equipment, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said. However, analysts said sustaining double-digit growth might be difficult amid weaker global demand, higher US tariffs, geopolitical tensions, foreign exchange rate volatility, and elevated input and energy costs. Citing […]
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Retail industry projecting single-digit growth this year
THE retail industry is expected to grow by the single digits this year as companies stay “cautiously optimistic” despite global headwinds, the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) said. “As an industry, (we expect) probably single-digit growth,” PRA President Alice T. Liu told reporters on the sidelines of the 32nd National Retail Conference and Expo on Thursday. […]
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Spot power prices ease in July due to softening demand
ELECTRICITY PRICES on the spot market fell in July as demand softened against ample supply, according to the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP). IEMOP said the average power rate on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) dropped 13.1% month on month to P8.31 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). IEMOP manages the WESM, where power […]
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Swiss Chamber targets more PHL exports to Switzerland
THE Swiss Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines said it is exploring opportunities to export more Philippine-made products to Switzerland. “I think there’s far more exports from Switzerland to the Philippines than from the Philippines to Switzerland,” SwissCham Philippines Chairman Felix Fiechter told reporters on the sidelines of an event earlier this week. “The Chamber […]
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