Choice of college education

 

BY  Raul

JUNE 9, 2026

Between now and the middle of July, colleges and universities in the country would, depending on their academic calendar, commence the first semester, or term, of the 2026-2027 academic year.

It is common practice that when prospective college students take qualifying entrance exams, they state in the application form the priority of courses they want to enroll in.

This information enables schools, especially those that are privately operated, to make a preliminary assessment of the academic and logistical requirements they have to make provisions for when classes start.

Incentives for foreign investments

BY RAUL J. PALABRICA

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025

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With the recent signing into law of Republic Act No. 12252, foreign investors may now lease private lands in the country for an aggregate period of not more than 99 years.

The premises that may be leased can be used solely for approved and registered investments and shall comprise such area that may be required for the investment as may be agreed upon by the parties, subject to existing government regulations.

Prior to the enactment of this law, foreigners were allowed to lease lands for 50 years, renewable for another 25 years, or a maximum period of 75 years.