MANILA—The ratio of non-performing loans (NPLs) among Philippine banks increased slightly to 3.58% in July, up from 3.51% in June and 3.43% in the same month last year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
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MANILA—The Manila City Council has officially designated August 8 as Mayor Alfredo S. Lim Day in honor of the former mayor, senator, and police officer who was renowned for his stringent anti-crime measures and significant contributions to the city’s …
DARAGA, Albay—Albay, a province renowned for its spicy Bicolano dishes, is presenting an impressive array of international cuisine that caters to both locals and travelers with a penchant for culinary diversity.
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LAOAG CITY—The closure of the Cauplasan Bridge in Dingras, along the Ilocos Norte-Apayao Road, originally set to end on August 31, has been extended to September 30 to accommodate ongoing repairs exacerbated by recent bad weather.
According to the P…
MANILA—The Civil Service Commission (CSC) is set to launch a nationwide tree-growing initiative from September 15 to 21, 2024, to commemorate the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), focusing on environmental conservation and support for…
LEGAZPI CITY—The inflation rate in the Bicol Region experienced a slight decline to 4.2% in August, down from 4.4% in July, showcasing a trend of moderating price increases across various sectors.
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority 5 (…