The United States has banned imports of Philippine blue swimming crab meat due to non-compliance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act. This ban could cost the local industry ₱6 to ₱7 billion annually and displace thousands of workers. Alternative markets cannot compensate for the lost exports, causing financial strain on fishermen and processors.

Ayala Land Inc. will launch Ayala Malls Gatewalk in Mandaue City this December, featuring the region’s first IKEA store. This 56,000-square-meter complex will combine shopping, dining, and entertainment, enhancing Cebu’s retail landscape and supporting regional growth. It aims to create a new retail experience connected to a public transport hub.