Customers of Manila Electric Company can expect a slight easing in their electricity bills this May after the country’s largest power distributor announced a reduction in residential electricity rates, offering much-needed relief amid the intense summer heat and continuing global energy uncertainties. Meralco said the overall rate for a typical household decreased by P0.0151 per…
Alibaba has unveiled Qwen3.6-Plus, the latest evolution of its flagship large language model series, marking a major leap in agentic AI capabilities designed for enterprise deployment and next-generation AI applications. Built to address the growing demand for autonomous AI systems, Qwen3.6-Plus moves beyond traditional chatbot-style assistance by enabling AI agents to independently perceive, reason, and…
As more Filipino households and businesses turn to rooftop solar to manage rising power costs and reduce their carbon footprint, Manila Electric Company or Meralco said it fully supports the country’s growing shift toward renewable energy — while stressing the need for safer and properly regulated solar installations. The power distributor clarified that it is…
The increasing popularity of do-it-yourself (DIY) rooftop solar systems has prompted safety concerns from industry experts, who warned that improperly installed units could pose serious risks to homes, businesses, and the power grid. Francis V. Mapile, former chairman of the Professional Regulatory Board of Electrical Engineering, stressed the importance of ensuring that rooftop solar systems…
The International Criminal Court is once again confronting a decision with major political and legal consequences: whether former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte should remain behind bars while awaiting trial for alleged crimes against humanity tied to his deadly anti-drug campaign. What might normally be a procedural detention review has evolved into a defining moment for…
A change of pace in Madrid may prove to be the quiet advantage Alexandra Eala needs as she gears up for the crucial stretch of the European clay season. Fresh off a demanding run on tour, the 20-year-old Filipina took time to step away from the grind—not by leaving the circuit, but by rediscovering balance….
As the clay courts of Roland Garros prepare to host the season’s second Grand Slam, a different kind of battle is unfolding away from the baseline—one that could shape the entire draw before a single ball is struck. For rising Filipina star Alex Eala and former US Open champion Emma Raducanu, the next few weeks…
Most Philippine banks are expected to keep their lending standards unchanged in the second quarter of 2026, signaling continued support for credit expansion even as global uncertainties—particularly tensions in the Middle East—persist. The latest Senior Bank Loan Officers’ Survey (SLOS) released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas shows that a majority of banks intend to…
A group representing senior citizens is pushing back against mounting online criticism over electricity bill charges that fund discounts for elderly Filipinos and low-income households, stressing that these are long-standing social protection measures—not arbitrary add-ons. The Senior Citizens Party-list said the senior citizen discount and lifeline rate subsidy have long been embedded in law and…
Acer is doubling down on its vision of future-ready education, bringing together regional leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reshape classrooms across Asia Pacific. At the Acer Edu Summit Asia Pacific 2026 held in Jakarta on April 22–23, the technology firm gathered educators, policymakers, and industry players from across the region to exchange ideas…