MANILA, Philippines — AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) is expanding its industrial parks in Cavite and Batangas as various industries flock to Southern Luzon for investment opportunities.
The operator of industrial parks and logistics facilities under Ayala Land Inc. announced on Thursday that it would build a 20.2-hectare Phase 2B for the Cavite Technopark in Naic.
https://business.inquirer.net/549239/allhc-expands-cavite-batangas-industrial-parks
Gov. Josh Stein on Thursday urged lawmakers to prevent looming cuts to the state’s Medicaid program, warning that the reductions could hurt residents and cripple already struggling hospitals and clinics.
Speaking at Alliance Medical Ministry in Raleigh, Stein highlighted the severity of the situation, noting that the state faces a $319 million shortfall. Reimbursement rates for doctors, hospitals, and clinics are currently set to […]
https://ncnewsline.com/2025/09/25/gov-josh-stein-warns-looming-medicaid-cuts-could-hurt-patients-and-strain-hospitals-urges-lawmakers-to-act/
MANILA, Philippines — Megaworld Corp. intends to buy back up to P2 billion worth of its shares in hopes of raising the value of its stock as it continues to pursue township expansion, its main income driver.
In a regulatory filing on Thursday, the developer led by billionaire Andrew Tan said its board of directors approved the move to repurchase shares, signaling confidence in the company’s growth prospects.
https://business.inquirer.net/549237/megaworld-moves-to-jack-up-shares-with-p2-b-buyback
MANILA, Philippines — Converge ICT Solutions Inc. announced on Thursday that its prepaid internet service continues to gain momentum, now boasting about 500,000 active users just two years after its launch.
Dennis Anthony Uy, CEO and co-founder of Converge, highlighted the growing popularity of the company’s prepaid brand, Surf2Sawa (S2S). He stated that this trend demonstrates “the strong adoption” of the service among Filipinos, reflecting the increasing demand for flexible and affordable internet options in the country.
https://business.inquirer.net/549221/converge-prepaid-service-books-500000-users
At the Climate Forward live event, we had the opportunity to speak with top policymakers about several pressing issues shaping our world today.
Our discussions covered China’s evolving role in global climate initiatives, providing insights into the country’s strategies and commitments.
We also explored the impact of the Trump administration on climate policy, analyzing how shifts in leadership have influenced environmental regulations and international cooperation.
Finally, we examined the rapid boom in artificial intelligence and its potential to drive innovation in climate solutions.
Stay tuned for more in-depth coverage and expert perspectives from this enlightening event.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/25/climate/climate-forward-event-recap.html
MANILA, Philippines – TNT will have most of its players back in harness ahead of the PBA season after being ravaged by injuries during the Tropang 5G’s failed bid for a historic Grand Slam.
Coach Chot Reyes said Calvin Oftana, RR Pogoy, Rey Nambatac, and Jordan Heading are expected to be in full fitness by the time the season starts.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641695/pba-tnt-gets-key-players-back-healthy-ahead-of-new-season
According to the latest research publication by Prophecy Market Insights, the Smart Lab Market is projected to witness substantial growth over the next decade.
This comprehensive report offers detailed insights into various aspects of the market, including market size, emerging trends, segmentation, and regional performance.
For a deeper understanding of the Smart Lab Market and its future prospects, continue reading the full report.
https://www.prnewsreleaser.com/news/101835
MANILA, Philippines — Czechia overcame a slow start to end Iran’s dream run with a 22-25, 27-25, 25-20, 25-21 victory for its first-ever semifinal entry as an independent nation in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship on Thursday at Mall of Asia Arena.
Patrik Indra and Lukas Vasina continued to make history for the Czechs, delivering key performances that propelled their team past a tough Iranian squad. This milestone marks a significant achievement for Czech volleyball on the world stage.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641667/fivb-mens-world-czechia-ends-irans-run-enters-semifinals
Jannik Sinner said Wednesday he has been making changes to his game and “reflecting a lot” ahead of his first appearance since losing the US Open final to Carlos Alcaraz.
The Italian failed to defend his title in New York this month after Alcaraz emphatically overpowered him in four sets and snatched back the world No. 1 ranking.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641628/jannik-sinner-says-changing-a-lot-after-us-open-loss-to-alcaraz
TOKYO — Frances Tiafoe experienced a tough start at the Japan Open on Wednesday, suffering a first-round loss to qualifier Marton Fucsovics. The eighth-seeded American struggled with his first serve throughout the match, which ended 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 in favor of Fucsovics.
Frustrated by his performance, Tiafoe smashed his racket against the court during the match. In addition to Tiafoe’s upset, Denis Shapovalov also faced an early exit from the tournament, adding to the day’s surprising results.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641622/frances-tiafoe-smashes-racket-in-first-round-loss-at-tokyo-open
