Have you gotten to taste yacon—that crunchy tuber with a sweet applewatermelon taste? If you already had, most likely you were first curious about its much-hyped low-calorie content despite its sweetness.

But then again, did you know that yacon may not only be good for weight-watchers but also for those wanting optimum overall well-being too?

A recent study led by Dr. Evelyn B. Rodriguez, a Professor at the Institute of Chemistry at the University of the Philippines Los Baños, showed that th...

You might be thinking which is better — to be an employee or an employer? There is a vast difference between the two, especially on how they make money.

We cannot answer this question for you. There are people who would be better off if they become employees, but there are also those who are suitable to be employers. There are pros and cons. One should evaluate oneself first when choosing between these two options.

Being an employer gives you an opportunity to earn more money. It also allows ...

MANILA, Philippines – Philippine Port Authority (PPA) general manager Atty. Juan C. Sta. Ana has led the launching of the Roll-on, Roll-off (RoRo) service connecting the ports of Nato to Caramoan in Camarines Sur and Codon, in San Andres, Catanduanes.

Sta. Ana said that the ferry service of MV Calixta 3 in the ports around Lagonoy Gulf would attract bus operators, haulers, traders, and tourists as land travel from Metro Manila to Codon, San Andres, Catanduanes via Nato Port would be cut by t...

MANILA, Philippines—The train service that can take travelers from Metro Manila to Naga City in under 10 hours is set to make a comeback in the next few months, promising to help the Bicol Region maximize its immense potential for economic growth.

The state-run Philippine National Railways (PNR) has been working on the Manila-Naga rehabilitation since the start of the Aquino administration.

Following a test-run earlier this month, the PNR on Wednesday declared that the dream of reviving the f...

MANILA – The Philippines said Monday its economy expanded by a lower-than-expected 4.9 percent in the three months to March, due to a drop in global trade and less spending on infrastructure.

The National Statistical Coordination Board said first quarter growth in gross domestic product was lower than the 8.4 percent GDP in the same period last year, when economic activity was boosted by election-related spending.

“Underspending by the government and the slowdown in global trade constricted...

1. Ayala Corp. (CONGLOMERATES) - AC (Target Price-P458.00)

    - A holding company for diversified interests in banking (BPI), real estate (ALI), and utilities/water distribution (MWC).

2. Ayala Land, Inc. (PROPERTY) - ALI (Target Price-P19.75)

    - Largest and most experienced real estate developer

3. Aboitiz Power Corp. (POWER) - AP (Target Price-P36.70)

    - Leading player in the Philippine power industry – power generation and distribution in...