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1 week ago | bworldonline.com | Brontë H. Lacsamana |Patricia Mirasol

By Brontë H. Lacsamana and Patricia MirasolNo travel plans this Holy Week? Here is a list of malls and public transport options for those staying in Metro Manila this coming long weekend. MallsAraneta CityApril 17-18, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday – Araneta City malls, namely Gateway Mall 1 and 2, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza, will be closed.

1 week ago | bworldonline.com | Erika Mioten

At the grand celebration of the KPC BALL 2025: Celebration of Breakthroughs and Success, one of the evening’s most moving moments came when Zephaniah “Khalid” Mesa took the stage. Held at the prestigious Okada Manila in honor of KPC’s 5th anniversary, the event paid tribute to the Top 100 Importers whose breakthroughs drive the country’s economic growth. But beyond accolades and milestones, the night became a testament to purpose-led leadership.

1 week ago | bworldonline.com | Erika Mioten

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1 week ago | bworldonline.com | Sheldeen Talavera

By Sheldeen Joy Talavera, ReporterPOWER distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has committed to delivering “stable, reliable, and affordable electricity” to its customers after its franchise was extended for another 25 years. President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on April 11 signed into law the measure extending Meralco’s franchise for another 25 years, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Clarissa A. Castro said on Tuesday. “We thank President Ferdinand R.

1 week ago | bworldonline.com | Erika Mioten

By Mon AbreaThe recent imposition of a 17% tariff on Philippine exports by the United States has triggered concern across sectors. While the immediate impact on trade may be evident, the broader question is how the Philippines should respond to such disruptive policies — not with reactive bureaucracy, but with strategic foresight and assertive diplomacy.