DoE withdraws clearance for MGen’s two coal plants
Toledo Power Co.MERALCO PowerGen Corp. (MGen), the power generation unit of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), said the Department of Energy (DoE) has withdrawn its previous approval that exempted the company’s 1,273-megawatt (MW) coal-fired power projects from the 2020 coal moratorium. “MGen
Philippine Seven taps Lark for efficiency across 4,100 stores
Philippine Seven taps Lark for efficiency across 4,100 stores - BusinessWorld Online PHILSTAR FILE PHOTOLISTED Philippine Seven Corp. (PSC) is streamlining operations in support of
Fresh from the vineyard: More varieties of Aussie grapes now in the Philippines
AUSTRALIA’S largest fresh fruit exporter is their table grape industry. The Philippines, its 4th top destination, received over 8,500 tons of Australian grapes in 2024, media guests learned at an April 8 merienda at Quezon City’s Grapevine Restaurant. The event also
With his boots on
TV SCREEN GRABThat is how the late Pope Francis ended his 12-year papacy. And what an end that was — making it the envy of any leader who hopes to leave a lasting mark. No finish could have been more apt
The Wholesome Table: even more so with plant-based dishes
WHILE The Wholesome Table is known for its organic food, it had not done a full plant-based menu until now. This summer, in addition to its conscious dining options, they have released a full plant-based menu covering everything from appetizers to
Higher cost of flight
Starting this week, civil aviation authorities began charging airline companies and passengers around 60% more for using the country’s airports. Under Memorandum Circular 019-2025, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) raised the passenger service charge (PSC), or terminal
InLife looks to launch more products to expand digital, health offerings
INSULAR LIFE Assurance Co., Ltd. (InLife) will launch two or three more products this year to expand its digital and health offerings. “Being present in digital experiences that people are already exposed to and normal for them would be the best
Comelec issues 5 show cause orders
Comelec issues 5 show cause orders - BusinessWorld Online PALACIO del Gobernador, where the Comelec holds office — PATRICK ROQUETHE Commission on Elections (Comelec) on
44°C heat index hits Tuguegarao City
44°C heat index hits Tuguegarao City - BusinessWorld Online STUDENTS were sent home after classes were suspended in Marikina City following reports that Metro Manila
AFP-SOLCOM gets 100-hectare land in Quezo
AFP-SOLCOM gets 100-hectare land in Quezo - BusinessWorld Online Entrepreneur Merian Reyes (left) and AFP-SOLCOM Commander Lt. Gen. Facundo Palafox IVTHE Armed Forces of the