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6 out of 10 Filipino Adults Are at Risk of Osteoporosis Anlene Sounds the Alarm on the Silent Health Crisis
Manila, Philippines, October 2025—Alarming new data from bone scans conducted by Anlene between 2024 and 2025 reveal a silent health crisis among Filipinos. Out of more than 80,000 Filipinos who took part in the initiative, a shocking 6 out of 10...
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Trade pact review: India, ASEAN exchange proposals on last-mile issues
Senior ASEAN officials have been quoted in local media reports stating that the bloc acknowledged these issues, and was utilising the AITIGA review negotiations to address implementation issues and trade concerns India has asked the ten-member...
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"Did Darvin Ham pick the starting lineup?": Lakers fans outraged after JJ Redick picks $33,000,000 guard over Jarred Vanderbilt in starting lineup
JJ Redick has revealed the LA Lakers’ starting lineup for the regular season opener, with LeBron James sidelined due to right-side sciatica, an issue he has been dealing with since July that also kept him out of training camp. The Lakers announced...
Owner: Nitish Mittersain
Manila students stage walkout, seek jail for plunderers
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Energised young Filipinos Reports from university publications, news outlets, and real-time X posts captured the energy, with participants emphasizing non-partisan unity for accountability under the Marcos-Duterte administration. The protests are...
Owner: Obaid Al Tayer
300 seniors in Malolos City get free medical assistance – CIO
Around 300 senior citizens in Malolos City have received free medical assistance as part of the “Buwan ng Katandaan” celebration. The City Information Office (CIO) said the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) led the medical mission...
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Inside the Shell NSAC Journey That Transforms Young Filipino Artists
Shell NSAC remains a platform empowering young Filipinos to turn passion into progress through the power of art Manila, Philippines. October 2025 — Now in its 58th year, the Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) has stood as one of the...
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Mayor Caluag suspends classes in San Fernando City on Oct. 20 due to ‘Ramil’
San Fernando City Mayor Vilma Balle-Caluag has ordered the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public and private schools at all levels in the city on Monday, October 20. The suspension is due to Tropical Storm “Ramil,” which continues to...
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Tabuena, Quiban lead Filipino charge vs. world-class rivals at Sta. Elena
Ten of the Philippines’ finest golfers are set to showcase their talent and national pride against a star-studded international field at the inaugural International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, happening from October 23 to 26 at the...
Owner: Romualdez Family
Malaysia says multilateral power deal delayed by Thai politics, renewal expected next month
KUALA LUMPUR: Thailand has delayed renewing a Southeast Asian multilateral power trade deal due to local political changes, Malaysia’s energy minister said on Friday (Oct 17). The Lao PDR-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore (LTMS) Project to supply...
Owner: Singaporean Government
Game changer: Philippines to accept Google & Apple Pay
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In September, Aqwire announced it would support Google Pay and Apple Pay for cross-border payments — meaning a payer abroad can use those familiar digital wallets to pay invoices or send money through the Aqwire portal. The integration leans on...
Owner: Obaid Al Tayer
Navigating uncertainty in the mining and metals industry
IN BRIEF: • The mining and metals industry is facing heightened operational complexity due to ageing mine sites, regulatory pressures, and the need for sustainable practices, which complicate productivity and increase costs. • License to Operate...
Owner: Anthony Salim
Biado powers Team Asia to 4–0 start in Reyes Cup
The Carlo Biado-led defending champion Team Asia stamped its dominance early, sweeping all four matches to take a commanding 4–0 lead over the newly formed Team Rest of the World on Thursday evening as the 2025 LiveSB.io Reyes Cup got underway at...
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Philippines likely to hit low-end of 2025 GDP target – Balisacan
Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan said he is confident Philippine economic growth will hit the lower end of the target this year, despite a slowdown in the third quarter. “The growth that we...
Owner: Anthony Salim
World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 18, 2025
CAMBODIA 1. CAMBODIA-THAI BORDER TALKS MOVE POSITIVELY -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE Cambodian and Thai border military officials were engaged in a productive meeting yesterday, focusing on cooperation and peace-building initiatives. During the...
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 18, 2025
CAMBODIA 1. CAMBODIA-THAI BORDER TALKS MOVE POSITIVELY -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE Cambodian and Thai border military officials were engaged in a productive meeting yesterday, focusing on cooperation and peace-building initiatives. During the...
Owner: Malaysian Government
Financial focus: Halal beauty, Kao, Shiseido and more in our beauty business update
Based on the 2024/2025 State of the Global Islamic Economy (SGIE) Report, global Muslim spending on cosmetics reached $87bn in 2023 (up 2.9% from 2022) and is on track to hit $118bn by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.3%. The report also stated that the halal...
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Philippines quake kills dozens as injured overwhelm hospitals
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Philippines quake kills dozens as injured overwhelm hospitals By Pam CASTRO Bogo, Philippines (AFP) Oct 1, 2025 The death toll from a powerful earthquake in the central Philippines rose above 50 on Wednesday, with injured patients overwhelming...
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Home Credit makes latest generation of iPhone more accessible to Filipinos
Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, successfully conducted its first nationwide midnight launch activation for the latest generation of iPhone, in partnership with authorized Apple retailers across the...
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Home Credit brings the latest generation of iPhone closer to Filipinos for as low as ₱61/day
Upgrading to the latest iPhone is now easier with Home Credit’s flexible installment plans with 0% interest Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, successfully conducted its first nationwide midnight launch...
Owner: Romualdez Family
Manila and beyond: An Indian’s love letter to the Filipinos
To many, Manila is the commercial and administrative heart of the Philippines — its skyscrapers host banks, BPOs, trade centres, corporate offices and an endless number of malls. But within the city lies Intramuros, the old walled city, a quiet...
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