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Business

Cebu Pacific Rewards Passengers Who Got Their Bags Right—But This Simple Packing Rule Could Save Travelers From Airport Trouble

MANILA, Philippines — Getting through airport security and boarding without a baggage problem usually feels like a small victory. For a group of Cebu Pacific passengers, however, following the airline’s hand-carry rules earned them something extra: recognition, certificates and even a special “CEBlay.” Cebu Pacific turned baggage compliance into a lighthearted airport celebration on September 4, recognizing passengers whose hand-carry bags successfully fit its new and improved baggage sizer bef

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Business

PAL Opens Its Cabins to Cats — But Pet Owners Need to Know This Before Booking

Philippine Airlines is making domestic air travel more pet-friendly, and this time, cat owners are getting their turn. The flag carrier has expanded its FurPAL in-cabin pet program to include small cats, allowing eligible passengers to travel with either one small dog or one small cat on PAL domestic flights. The service starts at ₱2,500 one way, subject to the airline’s requirements and travel guidelines. The move expands a program that initially focused on small dogs and was later made avail

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Philippines

House Turns Up Pressure on Senate Over Cybersecurity Bill — What Happens If the Threat Hits First?

MANILA — House lawmakers are pressing the Senate to move quickly on a sweeping cybersecurity measure that would create a dedicated National Cybersecurity Agency and establish tougher protections for the digital systems that keep the Philippines running. Camarines Sur Reps. Miguel Luis “Migz” Villafuerte and Vincenzo Renato Luigi Villafuerte are urging senators to advance their chamber’s counterpart to House Bill No. 9605, or the proposed National Cybersecurity and Critical Information Infrastru

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Business

Anak Krakatau Ash Grounds Flights at Jakarta Airport — 33 Services Hit, and the Disruptions May Not Be Over

JAKARTA — Air travel through Indonesia's main gateway was disrupted Sunday after volcanic ash from an ongoing eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau spread into the area of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend operations and affecting dozens of flights. The airport initially suspended operations from 1:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. local time on September 6, under a NOTAM issued by Indonesian aviation authorities. The suspension was subsequently extended until 9:30 a

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Entertainment

Kim Soo-hyun Faces Fresh Fan Backlash as Overseas K-pop Fans Demand His Removal From Major Awards Shows

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun is facing renewed criticism from some international K-pop fans following confirmation that he will appear at two major entertainment awards shows later this year. The latest backlash comes as the actor's public comeback gathers momentum after more than a year away from major activities in South Korea amid allegations concerning his past relationship with late actress Kim Sae-ron. According to reports from The Korea Herald and The Straits Times, organizers have c

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Business

PAL Makes a Major Change for Fur Parents—And Cats Can Finally Fly Too

MANILA, Philippines — Fur parents who hate leaving their cats behind when traveling now have another option. Philippine Airlines (PAL) has expanded its FurPAL in-cabin pet program to include small cats, allowing eligible feline companions to travel inside the aircraft cabin alongside their owners on domestic flights. The latest expansion means FurPAL is no longer limited to small dogs. PAL said passengers may now bring one small dog or cat into the cabin for a one-way fee starting at ₱2,500, s

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Philippines

₱300 Million More for Bukidnon Airport — But Can the Long-Delayed Project Finally Take Off in 2027?

MANILA, Philippines — The Marcos administration is seeking an additional ₱300 million under the proposed 2027 national budget to push the long-awaited Bukidnon Airport toward completion and operation next year, as the government looks to turn the project into a major gateway for travel, trade and investment in Northern Mindanao. The proposed funding was disclosed after Executive Secretary Ralph Recto inspected the ongoing airport construction in Barangay Maraymaray, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, on Sep

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Philippines

DOJ Seeks ₱46.44-Billion Budget for 2027—But Lawmakers Are Looking Closely at Where the Money Will Go

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking a ₱46.44-billion budget for 2027, a modest increase from its ₱45.5-billion allocation this year, with officials saying much of the additional funding will go toward higher salaries and personnel benefits. The proposed amount is ₱46.435 billion, according to the House of Representatives, which reviewed the DOJ and its attached agencies during budget deliberations. Justice Undersecretary Ian Norman Dato said the increase is largely

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Philippines

Rizal Memorial Is Getting a Major Makeover — And Manila’s Historic Sports District Could Look Very Different by 2027

MANILA, Philippines — One of the Philippines’ most historic sporting landmarks is headed for a major transformation. The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), City Government of Manila and SM Prime Holdings have formally joined forces to redevelop the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex (RMSC) into a modern sports, culture and lifestyle district while preserving its historic identity. The three parties signed a Memorandum of Agreement on Thursday, September 3, setting the framework for the next phase

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Business

PLDT Is Going Beyond the Signal — And Its Next Growth Move Could Change How Businesses Use Telecom Services

PLDT is pushing its transformation beyond traditional telecommunications, putting customer experience, integrated digital services and long-term technology partnerships at the center of its growth strategy. The shift comes as businesses face a rapidly changing technology landscape driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity and increasingly complex digital infrastructure needs. At the inaugural ACC CXO Forum in Hong Kong, organized by PLDT Global, PLDT executives outlined

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