Semirara Mining and Power Corp. announced two redundancy programs covering 1,458 employees amid lower coal production targets, mining contract uncertainty and seawater inflows at its Acacia mine. Read more »
Around 900 workers lost their jobs following government raids on three steel plants over alleged violations, prompting labor groups to demand wages, medical monitoring and livelihood assistance. Read more »
Iloilo City has earned a place in the Hall of Fame of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (PCCI) Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards, following another win in the national recognition program. Read more »
For generations, Capiz has been linked to stories of aswang. But behind the frightening reputation is a real province whose people have had to live with a stereotype they never asked for. Read more »
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is pushing its public works offices to speed up infrastructure construction and resolve on-site problems that could hold projects back. Read more »
Palawan health advocates are calling for more reliable protections for people seeking HIV services, warning that fear of discrimination, gossip, and leaked medical information can discourage testing and interrupt treatment. Read more »
