After 48 years, Emin and Mila’s Canteen in Pagsanjan, Laguna, has closed. The family shares the financial and paperwork burdens that continue after operations stop.

SM Supermalls is expanding its water conservation initiatives with the opening of a Rainwater Treatment Facility (RTF) at SM City Masinag in Antipolo, Rizal, as part of its efforts to promote sustainable water management and reduce dependence on traditional water sources.

Metro Manila's Bay Area faces high office vacancy following the POGO exit, although government agencies and new tenants are helping absorb vacant commercial spaces.