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China Deploys Buoys, Security Officers to Scarborough Shoal Amid Philippine Drills
Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough Shoal on Oct. 17, 2025. Philippine Coast Guard graphic Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough...
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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...
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Spending seen directed to more value-added items amid luxury slump
ECONOMY SECRETARY Arsenio M. Balisacan said the slowdown in luxury spending due to the public works corruption scandal could mean that consumption will be redirected to locally sourced goods and services. “I like that there’s a slowdown in those...
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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...
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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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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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PBA: Beermen seal 1st win, hammer Elasto Painters
MANILA, Philippines— San Miguel Beer finally played like the defending champion everyone expected it to be as it hammered Rain or Shine, 111-93 over Sunday in their PBA Philippine Cup collision on Sunday at the Ynares Center in Montalban, Rizal....
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Filipino History Month: Highlighting traditional cuisine in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — October marks Filipino American History Month. To commemorate, KRQE News 13 spoke with some local businesses serving up traditional cuisine from the Philippines. Cindy Recile opened Barkada’s, a Filipino restaurant on...
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PBA: Calvin Abueva steals show from sidelines vs Magnolia
FILE–Titan Ultra forward Calvin Abueva suffers an injury during a game against Converge in the PBA Philippine Cup.–PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines–Titan Ultra’s Calvin Abueva wasn’t able to suit up for the Giant Risers in their PBA Philippine Cup...
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Filipino culture takes center stage in Delano this weekend
DELANO, Calif. (KERO) — The Philippine Weekend returns to Delano starting Friday, bringing a celebration of Filipino culture to the community with food, festivities and family fun. The weekend-long event kicks off Friday with an adobo cook-off at...
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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...
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