Philippines Business News

Some areas in Metro Manila, four provinces to have power interruptions due to maintenance works

MANILA, Philippines — Some areas in Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal will have power interruptions this week due to maintenance works, Meralco said on Sunday. In Quezon City, some parts of Brgy. Sta. Lucia in Novaliches will have no electricity on October 19-20 between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. due to line reconstruction work along J. P. Rizal St. Some portions of Brgy. Apolonio Samson and Brgy. Balingasa in Balintawak will have power service interruptions on October 21-22 between

Clashes, fires and looting break out as protesters rally across France, joining students

PARIS — Violent clashes, fires and looting marred demonstrations across France on Saturday as hundreds of thousands of people marched against rising living costs and poor conditions in schools. About 400 people were arrested nationwide, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said. Nuñez said 110 marches drew about 550,000 people across the country. Organizers, including the CGT labor union and students' organizations, said about 800,000 demonstrators took to the streets. Nuñe

Rioters loot stores, set fires in central Milan during cost-of-living protest

ROME — Rioters clashed with police, looted stores and set property on fire in central Milan on Saturday, emptying Piazza del Duomo and a luxury shopping arcade when the area would usually be teeming with shoppers. The march against wars and rising living costs began peacefully. But masked protesters threw stones, paving blocks and other objects at riot police and set fire to barricades made from bar tables. Images of the aftermath showed a severely damaged carabinieri car. Police used wate

Inflation top public concern; 81% disapprove of Marcos’ handling of prices, survey shows

MANILA, Philippines — Inflation has emerged as the most urgent concern of Filipinos, with 71 percent calling on the Marcos administration to address rising prices immediately, while 81 percent disapprove of its performance in managing inflation, a Pulse Asia survey showed. The September 17 to 24 survey found that concern over inflation jumped 14 percentage points from 57 percent in July, making it the most widely cited national issue requiring immediate government action. Disapproval of th

Eala faces tough opening test in WTA Ningbo Open return

MANILA, Philippines — Filipina netter Alex Eala faces a tough challenge upon her return to action at the Ningbo Open, which kicks off at the Ningbo Yinzhou Tennis Center. Based on the official draw released by tournament organizers, Eala will first face France's Diane Parry in the opening round of the WTA 500 event. The match between Eala and Parry is scheduled for 12 noon on Monday. This is their first-ever meeting on the WTA Tour. Also looming in Eala's draw are potential matchups agains

'Champi' now a super typhoon

MANILA, Philippines — "Champi" has turned into a super typhoon, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). "The typhoon with the international name Champi intensified and has become a super typhoon," Weather Specialist Aldczar Aurelio said in Filipino and English in the 5 a.m. weather update on Sunday. "It has no direct effect on our country today," Aurelio said. "Champi" was expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Tue

Kevin Durant, Mat Ishbia exchange barbs over Durant’s Phoenix stint

PHOENIX — Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia had a spat on social media Saturday after Durant took issue with Ishbia's description of the 16-time All-Star's tenure with the Suns during a recent television interview. In an appearance on CNBC Sport, Ishbia said that he “threw money at the problem” when dealing for Durant in 2023 and that “bringing in super talented players like Kevin Durant doesn't necessarily lead to championships.&rdq

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WATCH: Pope Leo greets doctors on discharge four days after cancer surgery

Pope Leo greeted on Saturday (October 17) the medical staff and management of Rome's Gemelli Hospital, as he was leaving the building four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. His doctors had said earlier on Saturday that he was well enough to return home after they carried out the latest blood tests and chest imaging, and that he was able to perform normal daily activities independently. Leo appeared in good spirits as he left the hospital in video released by the Vatican. He shook ha

Washington Is Backing a $5 Billion Plan to Squeeze More Power Out of Old Wires. Elon Musk Is Skipping the Wires.

The Energy Department is putting $1.9 billion into upgrading power lines across 26 states. James Altucher says Musk’s answer to AI’s power problem doesn’t run through the grid at all. Washington, D.C., Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America is running short on power. So Washington is trying to squeeze more out of the power lines it already has. The Energy Department is putting $1.9 billion into 31 grid projects across 26 states. Add in what the companies are chipping in, and the total tops $5

Relocation sites for NSCR-affected families in Pampanga on track - DOTr

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has inspected relocation sites in Angeles City and the municipality of Mexico in Pampanga, where housing units are being built for families displaced by the ongoing construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR). DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez told The Manila Times that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed the agency to ensure that project-affected residents are moved to decent relocation sites as the NSCR proje

No Kings rallies across US urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms

Rallies organized by the No Kings network opposed to President Donald Trump were held Saturday in cities and communities across the U.S., with an aim of getting people out to vote early in the midterm elections. The hundreds of planned events were billed as nonpartisan, though they sought to build on nearly two years’ worth of No Kings marches and demonstrations by people upset with Trump’s presidency. A band entertained what appeared to be a few hundred people in caps and coats at t

Abu Dhabi Health Delegation Concludes Inaugural Visit to China, Opening New Pathways to Advance AI, Precision Medicine and Next-Gen Therapies

ABU DHABI, UAE, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, has concluded its inaugural health and life sciences mission to China, advancing priority areas of collaboration designed to accelerate the translation of scientific and technological innovation into better health outcomes. The mission brought Abu Dhabi's health and life sciences ecosystem together with leading Chinese healthcare institutions, universit

Kings Awning Highlights Key Safety Factors for Carports in Australia’s Extreme Weather Conditions

Carport safety depends on structural engineering, secure anchoring and compliance with local building regulations, according to guidance for Australian homeowners. AUSTRALIA, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- As Australian homeowners look for practical ways to protect vehicles and outdoor equipment from harsh weather, carport safety remains an important consideration. Strong winds, hail, corrosion and bushfire exposure can affect the durability of outdoor structures, making appropriate design

Lofty Villas Marks 16 Years as One of Phuket's Top Holiday Rental Companies, Reaching 280 Properties

Phuket rental company credits in-house management and a direct booking guarantee for its growth, as more Filipino travellers choose villas over hotels PHUKET, Thailand, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- Lofty Villas, a Phuket holiday rental company founded in 2010, has passed 280 villas, apartments and condominiums under management after adding 29 new properties in August 2026. The company is the holiday rental arm of Lofty Phuket, a Phuket-based property management company that looks after v

Commuters group slams PTMP ‘overhaul’

The Para Commuters’ Network late on Friday slammed the World Bank Group and its proposed “major overhaul” of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) as “anti-commuter by design.” In a statement, the commuter group said the implementation of the controversial program would “worsen transport supply issues and increase fares.” It also said this proposal is in contrast with the statements of World Bank senior transport specialist Bowen Wang that th

Historic $250 Million Gift from John Paulson to Hebrew University Will Advance Engineering, Medicine, and Trauma Recovery

In recognition of the largest donation ever made to the Hebrew University, the historic Mount Scopus campus will be named The Alina and John Paulson Campus, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala, where Paulson announced a historic $250

WATCH: Creamline victorious over Galaries Tower

The Creamline Cool Smashers overcame a first-set hurdle against the Galeries Tower Highrisers to notch their second-straight win, 27-29, 25-18, 25-19, 25-18, in the 2026-27 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference-Siklab Series on Saturday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. After a win over the Akari Chargers, Creamline notched back-to-back victories with Tots Carlos’ 13-point outing, while Jema Galanza made a triple-double performance of 12 points, 12 excellent d

WTA and women’s empowerment

Last October 13, Julia Wall-Clarke, the WTA Vice President for PR and Communications, emailed me about my column titled “WTA crazy, cruel for excluding Eala in finals.” She said very kindly that Eala was not eligible for the event as she is not in the top 10 of the WTA rankings. I apologize for the error. Part of Ms. Julia’s letter read: “The WTA Finals has eight singles places, with each place determined by points earned during the season on the Race leaderboard, rather

China Mobile Hong Kong Establishes Hong Kong's First U6G Network

Expanding Next-Generation Network Capabilities and Accelerating theInnovative Convergence of Communication, Computing, and AI Laying a Solid Foundation for 6G Development in Hong Kong HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited ("China Mobile Hong Kong") announced that it has taken the lead in realising a U6GHz network, successfully completing network testing and validation at its Mong Kok flagship store and advancing the exploration of Upper 6GHz band applica

Horse Jello Introduces HorseJello Gummies Multi-Ingredient For Male Enhancement

Horse Jello Gummies features a combination of Tongkat Ali, maca-free botanical ingredients, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. Ogden, UT, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Horse Jello has introduced Horse Jello Gummies, a gummy-format dietary supplement formulated with five listed botanical ingredients: Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. The product is described as a male enhancement supplement, although the supplied ing

Peak State (AU, NZ, CA) Introduces Peak State Male Enhancement Capsules Multi-Ingredient Dietary Supplement Availability in Australia, New Zealand and Canada

Peak State Male Enhancement is a multi-ingredient dietary supplement formulated with botanical ingredients and nutrients for adult wellness. Gooroc, Victoria, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Peak State has introduced a dietary supplement described as Peak State Male Enhancement, formulated with a combination of botanical ingredients, an amino acid, and zinc. The listed ingredients are Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, maca root, L-arginine, Panax ginseng, ashwagandha, saw palmetto, and zinc. Produ

7tech Named 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Finalist for Nonprofit Organizations

San Antonio managed IT and security provider is recognized for its nonprofit work one year after winning the program’s Advanced Cybersecurity Award San Antonio, United States, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAN ANTONIO, TX – October, 16, 2026 – 7tech, a San Antonio-based managed IT (MSP) and security provider (MSSP), has been named a finalist in the Nonprofit Organizations category of the 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Awards. Winners will be announced on December 9,

CGTN: From 'potato capital' to 'token city': How a city in north China is transforming

CGTN published an article exploring how Ulanqab, a city in north China, is transforming its natural advantages into new growth drivers amid the global AI boom while balancing technological advancement and economic growth with ecological conservation to chart a path toward greener development. BEIJING, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ulanqab, a city in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is known as China's "potato capital" and "oat capital." Today, it is tapping its abundant wind a