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by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
Peso strengthens to 57-level as PSEi slips anew
by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
The peso closed at 57.98 to a dollar, up from 58.02 on Friday. It opened at 57.95 from 58.1 previously, climbed to an intraday high of 57.91, and touched 58.02, averaging 57.95. Volume fell to USD896.5 million from USD1.34 billion last week.... Read full article
by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
Another round of fuel price hike set Tuesday
by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
In separate advisories, Seaoil and Petron said they would raise gasoline prices by PHP1.20/liter, diesel by PHP0.60/liter, and kerosene by PHP0.60/liter effective 6 a.m..... Read full article
by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
PH, US team up to boost nuclear energy bid in domestic economy
by Joann Villanueva on February 18, 2026
The Philippines aims to include nuclear power in its energy mix while increasing renewable energy’s share of total capacity to 35 percent by 2030 and 50 percent by 2040.... Read full article
by Liza Agoot on February 18, 2026
Baguio Water District preps for population, water demand hikes
by Liza Agoot on February 18, 2026
Citing the actual 10-year population growth trend in the country’s Summer Capital from 2016 to 2025, BWD General Manager Salvador Royeca, in a report, said they are projecting an annual increase of at least 2 percent in the city’s population.... Read full article
by Alexander Lopez on February 18, 2026
Dinagat Islands opens P10.8-M infra projects
by Alexander Lopez on February 18, 2026
Governor Nilo Demerey Jr., who led the inauguration of the facilities, said the projects symbolize the collective vision for a cleaner environment, a safer community, and a stronger agricultural sector.... Read full article
by Che Palicte on February 18, 2026
MinDA backs Marcos directive to accelerate regional projects
by Che Palicte on February 18, 2026
Magno thanked the administration for placing Mindanao at the center of national development, describing it as a genuine partnership between local communities and the national government.... Read full article
by Liza Agoot on February 18, 2026
DOLE-CAR reminds employers of Chinese New Year holiday work pay
by Liza Agoot on February 18, 2026
Based on Labor Advisory 01-2026, Feb. 17, 2026 is a non-working holiday nationwide, thus employees who reported for work will be entitled to an additional 30 percent of basic wage for the first eight hours of duty.... Read full article
by Teofilo Garcia, Jr. on February 18, 2026
P5.3-M solar power project gets green light in Basilan
by Teofilo Garcia, Jr. on February 18, 2026
Governor Mujiv Hataman said the 160-kilowatt system supplies 24/7 power to all offices at the center, with excess capacity for the soon-to-be-completed provincial board building and gymnasium.... Read full article
by Ma. Cristina Arayata on February 18, 2026
2 weather systems to bring rains over parts of PH
by Ma. Cristina Arayata on February 18, 2026
Some areas will experience rains due to two prevailing weather systems on Wednesday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). ... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 18, 2026
DFA clarifies role in efforts to secure return of Zaldy Co
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 18, 2026
The DFA also noted that describing the issue as being solely “up to the DFA” does not fully capture the inter-agency effort required, which includes joint action among concerned government offices.... Read full article