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    In Catanduanes, the First Catanduanes Electric Cooperative, or FICELCO, has been managing a power supply crisis that pushed daily brownouts to as many as eight hours for its over 62,000 Member-Consumer-Owners earlier this year. A combination of generator failures, unsettled subsidy obligations involving its power supplier, and a stalled competitive selection process for a new supplier left consumers on an island with no reliable timeline for relief. In Albay, the struggles of the Albay Electric Cooperative, or ALECO, have become a flashpoint for a national debate on whether struggling cooperatives should be reformed or privatized. A P1.2 billion government rehabilitation program is currently underway, yet the specter of premature privatization continues to hang over a cooperative still finding its footing. Last July 6, 2026, the people of Palawan did not wait for a congressional hearing or a regulatory investigation. They went outside and made themselves heard. Member-Cons...

  During his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made a resounding call for the removal of systems loss charges from electricity bills. The Partners for Affordable and Reliable Energy (PARE) commends this effort to reduce power rates — a move that will undoubtedly face opposition from parts of the power industry. July 28, 2026, Makati City – During his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made a resounding call for the removal of systems loss charges from electricity bills.  The Partners for Affordable and Reliable Energy (PARE) commends this effort to reduce power rates — a move that will undoubtedly face opposition from parts of the power industry.  However, the consumer advocacy group believes the President's remarks have also shone a spotlight on an even bigger injustice: the deeply unfair, two-tiered system that continues to penalize millions of consumers served by electric cooperatives....

    The addition of Croma PolyPhil, Croma PolyPhil S, and Croma PolyPhil Eye broadens MOLD Manila's non-surgical treatment portfolio, providing clients with physician-guided regenerative skin treatments tailored to different aesthetic concerns. MOLD Manila has announced the launch of the Croma PolyPhil range, expanding its portfolio of non-surgical aesthetic treatments with polynucleotide-based regenerative injectables from Croma, an Austria-based manufacturer specializing in aesthetic medicine. The new range includes three treatment options designed for different skin concerns: Croma PolyPhil for overall skin quality and rejuvenation, Croma PolyPhil S for clients with acne scars and textural concerns, and Croma PolyPhil Eye for the delicate under-eye area. The Croma PolyPhil range offers regenerative injectable solutions tailored to different skin concerns. Polynucleotides have become an area of growing interest in aesthetic medicine because of their role in supporting the s...

    Getting the most value from every currency exchange starts with making informed decisions. Whether traveling overseas, paying tuition abroad, importing products for a business, or supporting loved ones in another country, Filipinos increasingly rely on foreign exchange as part of their financial journey. As global opportunities continue to grow, understanding how foreign exchange works can help maximize the value of every peso exchanged. As the expert in foreign exchange, Cebuana Lhuillier MoneyXChange combines competitive exchange rates, a broad selection of currencies, and a nationwide network that makes foreign exchange more accessible and convenient for Filipinos wherever their financial journeys take them. "Many people see foreign exchange as a simple transaction, but it plays a much bigger role in achieving financial goals," said Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier. "Making informed currency decisions helps customers maximize the value ...

  Autonomous mobility technology company Carziqo has expanded operations of its ER-LX driverless ride-hailing series to Austin, marking the second announced deployment of the platform following its rollout in Atlanta. The expansion represents another step in Carziqo’s strategy to establish a multi-city autonomous mobility network in the United States. Rather than treating each city as an isolated technology demonstration, the company is positioning the ER-LX series as part of a broader operating system designed to manage driverless vehicles, passenger demand, fleet availability and real-time urban transportation conditions. Austin has emerged as one of the most closely watched markets for autonomous transportation in the United States. The city already hosts several autonomous vehicle initiatives and has established channels of communication with operators deploying vehicles on local roads. Austin transportation officials have also described emerging mobility technology as an area...

  As mobility platforms become increasingly connected and data-driven, Carziqo says responsible governance, transparent platform rules, and user protection must develop alongside technological innovation. MANILA, Philippines — As autonomous mobility and digitally managed vehicle operations expand across global markets, public attention is moving beyond technological capability. Users, business partners, and industry observers are increasingly asking how mobility platforms protect personal information, maintain fair operating rules, resolve disputes, and prevent misuse of their systems. Carziqo, an autonomous mobility technology company focused on intelligent driving systems, smart fleet operations, driverless ride-hailing, and connected mobility services, says these questions form an essential part of its platform development strategy. According to the company, platform integrity is not defined by a single security feature or policy document. It requires a combination of account pr...