The industrial sector accounts for nearly 30% of global energy consumption, with thermal processes that, in many cases, waste a significant amount of heat. In a context where energy efficiency is no longer optional but essential, rethinking its use becomes a strategic priority.Rising energy costs,
Carlisle and its surrounding rural areas will soon have a better understanding of their community’s social needs and challenges. The Cumbria Community Foundation has commissioned a new report, “Carlisle: Opportunities and Challenges,” which will be launched on Wednesday, June 18th at 6:30pm.The report, based on
Pod Point, one of the UK’s early pioneers in electric vehicle charging, has been acquired by French energy giant EDF for just £10.3 million, marking a dramatic fall from its £352 million valuation when it floated on the London Stock Exchange in 2021.The deal, announced
BW FILE PHOTOTHE Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE) is set to implement the lower stock transaction tax (STT) starting July 1 following the recent signing of Republic Act No. 12214 or the Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (CMEPA).“On the premise that publication of CMEPA will
BUREAU of Internal Revenue Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui, Jr. — PHILIPPINE STAR/RYAN BALDEMORBy Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, ReporterNEGOTIATIONS between the Philippines and Hong Kong on a double taxation agreement (DTA) are expected to close in October, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) said.“It looks
Women attend a job fair at a mall in Quezon City, March 21, 2025. — PHILIPPINE STAR/MIGUEL DE GUZMANTHE PHILIPPINES jumped five spots in the 2025 Global Gender Gap Index of the World Economic Forum (WEF) to 20th out of 148 countries and retained its
jcomp | FreepikBy Jomarc Angelo M. Corpuz, Special Features and Content WriterToday’s culture often glorifies long work hours and accumulated wealth, equating career and financial achievements with personal worth. However, entrepreneurs, executives, and leaders who are also devoted fathers are starting to challenge these conventional
FreepikBurnout among parents is a common occurrence, but for fathers in particular, it often goes unspoken and under-addressed.According to the American Psychological Association, burnout often begins with a sense of constant physical and emotional exhaustion. Parents describe feeling overwhelmed and depleted. Over time, that exhaustion
FIRSTGEN.COM.PHLOPEZ-LED First Gen Corp. is looking to invest up to $25 million (around P1.39 billion) in a solar project in Batangas that could generate up to 50 megawatts (MW) of electricity, a company official said.“Hopefully, we are able to spend about $20 million-$25 million for
STOCK PHOTO | Image by terimakasih0 from PixabayBy Ashley Erika O. Jose, ReporterTHE Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators (PCTO) is seeking a thorough review of the Konektadong Pinoy bill, warning that some provisions could undermine regulatory oversight and pose risks to national security and fair
1 of 2THE HIT 1984 coming-of-age comedy film Bagets will be revived through a stage adaptation, Bagets the Musical. Open auditions for the show will begin in late July, its producers have announced.“We are looking for triple threats, those who can sing, dance, and act,”
BW FILE PHOTO(Last of two parts) We reiterate what we started with in the last column, and that is the crucial role of good governance in economic management. Weakening the Philippine peso is not the most important economic reform especially under our current circumstances.It’s interesting