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Filipinos lean toward domestic travel for Holy Week trips
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (288+ words) Holy Week remains a deeply observed period across the country, with millions traveling for family reunions, religious reflection, and short breaks. The latest data signals how travel behavior continues to evolve while staying rooted in tradition. Domestic travel dominates, accounting…...
Philippine Airlines reports modest 2025 income rebound amid headwinds
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (301+ words) The airline's 6.1-percent net income growth comes off a low base, following a 58-percent earnings slowdown in 2024, signaling that profitability remains fragile as industry conditions tighten. PAL reported net income of $160.4 million on revenues of $3.22 billion, with topline growth of…...
PhilWeb teams up with Gokongwei’s NUSTAR Online, PlayTime in major expansion push
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (255+ words) The company will supply both operators with casino games and the platform to run them, positioning itself as a middleman that connects global game providers to local players. The move follows recent partnerships with FBM Philippines, which provides online casino…...
Filipino travel demand holds strong despite oil crisis pressures
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (283+ words) Travelers are pushing ahead with holiday plans even as global oil and energy price pressures threaten to raise travel costs, underscoring the resilience of leisure demand in 2026. The extended holiday is no longer just a religious and family observance. Early…...
Jollibee Foundation marks legacy of partnerships, impact
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (381+ words) Over two decades, JGF has worked with farmers, schools, and local governments, building a portfolio of initiatives that have reached hundreds of thousands of Filipinos nationwide. The Farmer Entrepreneurship Program (FEP) has enabled 30 farmer groups to supply the Jollibee Group…...
PITX shifts to renewable energy to secure operations
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (252+ words) Public transport hubs are increasingly exposed to power volatility and fuel supply risks. PITX's shift to geothermal energy positions it as a model for climate-resilient infrastructure while ensuring uninterrupted service for thousands of daily commuters. PITX sources 100 percent of its…...
Filipina artist named ambassador for global audio brand
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (263+ words) The announcement coincided with Shure's 100th anniversary celebration and its partnership launch with JB Music, where Nicole performed as the brand's featured artist before formally taking on the ambassador role. The partnership underscores a shift toward artists whose credibility is rooted…...
Mega Prime Foods enters poultry with CPF deal in Zamboanga
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (447+ words) The two companies recently broke ground on the Mega CP Layer Complex in Zamboanga City, positioning the region as an emerging hub for modern poultry production. The project is expected to be among the first world-class egg layering facilities in…...
Palawan expands affordable travel insurance for Filipinos
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (267+ words) More Filipinos are traveling for leisure and opportunity, but many still skip insurance due to perceived cost and complexity. Palawan is betting that affordability and accessibility can unlock a largely untapped market. ProtekTODO Travel Insurance starts at just P39 and provides…...
NAIA braces for Holy Week surge even as Middle East conflict moderates growth
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (157+ words) New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the operator of NAIA backed by conglomerate San Miguel Corp., projects 1.35 million passengers from March 28 to April 5, up slightly from last year's 1.33 million. The muted growth reflects flight suspensions and operating restrictions affecting some Middle…...