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Agricultural damage from recent storms in Philippines nears 24 mln USD
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Xinhua News Agency
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MANILA, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) -- Tropical storm Mitag and super typhoon Ragasa, which battered the Philippines this month, have caused an estimated 1.38 billion pesos (around 24 million U.S. dollars) in damage and losses to the country's agricultural...
Owner: Chinese Government
USS Ohio submarine arrives in Philippines to boost U.S. Navy’s Indo-Pacific presence
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Defense News Security News Army Recognition
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The U.S. Navy USS Ohio, a guided-missile submarine, arrived in Subic Bay, Philippines, on Sept. 23, 2025. The port call strengthens U.S. Navy operations in the Indo-Pacific as regional tensions escalate. The U.S. Navy confirmed on September 23,...
Owner: Alain Servaes
UAE, Philippines boost ties with governance forum
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Gulf News
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Dubai: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed a UAE government delegation to Manila this week, as both countries jointly organised the Government Experience Exchange Forum. The initiative aims to expand cooperation, share best...
Owner: Obaid Al Tayer
Rosal to share Albay’s renewable energy goal in Thailand climate forum
Albay Governor Noel Rosal will attend the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Network (APAN) which will be held in Bangkok, Thailand. Rosal will share the province’s ambition towards 100% renewable energy transition during the forum. “As...
Owner: MCD Multimedia Corporation & Prage Management Corporation
16 National Roads In The Philippines Remain Closed Due To Recent Storms
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Sixteen national road sections across various regions in the Philippines remain impassable, the country's Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) reported on Saturday (September 27). This disruption is due to the...
Owner: Abdel Rehim Ali & Hani Jabsheh
Indonesia at center of energy fight
The race to replace coal in Indonesia, the world's largest coal exporter, has become a contest between the U.S. and China. At stake is not only Indonesia's climate future, but also which superpower sets the terms for the next generation of energy...
Owner: Eliza Hussman Jr. & David Stephens
Redefining ‘mayabang’: How these Filipino artisans turn pride into power
MANILA, Philippines – In Filipino culture, being “mayabang” has never been a compliment. If anything, it’s a red flag — a warning that someone is arrogant, boastful, and too full of themselves. The truth is, the shadow of colonization never really...
Owner: Maria A. Ressa & Glenda M. Gloria
Via Mare marks 50 years as a pillar of refined Filipino cuisine
Long before Tiffany chairs became a staple at Philippine weddings and banquets, it was Via Mare that first brought them into the country. That simple yet telling detail reflects the restaurant group’s influence—not only on dining, but on the way...
Owner: Romualdez Family
F&B leader sustains decade of brand dominance in PH consumer market
Monde Nissin Corporation was recognized at the Worldpanel by Numerator’s Brand Footprint Awards 2025, held on August 29, as its flagship brand Lucky Me! marked a remarkable milestone – ten consecutive years as the #1 Most Chosen FMCG Brand in the...
Owner: Romualdez Family
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Sept 28, 2025
INDONESIA 1. PRABOWO TO SUMMON NUTRITION AGENCY CHIEF OVER MASS FOOD POISONING IN SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMME -- JAKARTA GLOBE President Prabowo Subianto said he will summon the head of the National Nutrition Agency following a series of mass food...
Owner: Malaysian Government
Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Sept 28, 2025
INDONESIA 1. PRABOWO TO SUMMON NUTRITION AGENCY CHIEF OVER MASS FOOD POISONING IN SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMME -- JAKARTA GLOBE President Prabowo Subianto said he will summon the head of the National Nutrition Agency following a series of mass food...
Owner: Malaysian Government
Coast Guard Ship 8002 prepares for defense diplomacy activities in Philippines
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People's Army Newspaper
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Major General Tuan highly appreciated the coordination among functional agencies in raising officers’ and soldiers’ awareness of the significance and importance of the mission, building their determination to overcome difficulties, and ensuring...
Owner: Vietnamese Government
How Corruption in the Philippines Fuels Distrust and Damages Mental Health
4 Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the Philippines corruption has stopped being a distant scandal and become an everyday crisis. It weakens institutions, drains public safety, and inflicts a psychological toll on ordinary people. Recent revelations about...
Owner: Dennis Relojo-Howell
Novotel, ibis Styles Manila Araneta City honored for service, sustainability
Novotel Manila Araneta City has been named the 2024 LISTeN Program Champion in the midscale market category, while Novotel and ibis Styles Manila Araneta City have also received Green Key Certification for sustainable operations. It is the third...
Owner: Romualdez Family
Why email security is critical for the Philippines' digital future
THE Philippines is advancing its digital transformation with investments in sovereign cloud infrastructure, AI platforms and e-government services. However, this progress has exposed the country to rising cyber threats. Recent reports show...
Owner: Dante Ang
The Future of AI-Powered Investing in the Philippines
BRIDGEWISE is ushering in the AI revolution in the investment space, helping bridge critical knowledge gaps and democratize access to investment information. Its AI-powered investment intelligence platform connects global markets by transforming...
Owner: Dante Ang
Philippines’ Central Bank Halts New Digital Bank License Applications from December
September 27, 2025 @ 9:24 am By Michael Wong The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the central bank of the Philippines, said it will stop accepting new applications for digital bank licenses from Dec. 1, as the regulator moves to tighten...
Owner: Andrew Dix
Elevating Filipino artistry in San Diego and beyond
When France Malvar and Mel Nava first met in Los Angeles in 2022, they did not imagine that their conversation would spark a movement. What began as an exchange about business and their shared grief over the loss of then Vice President Leni...
Owner: Dante Ang
Seabed Mining Under the Microscope: A Techno-Economic Reality Check
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with a global expert on minerals processing and battery minerals, Lyle Trytten. We were closing out an engagement to do a...
Owner: Zachary Shahan
Philippines: Why the Supreme Court banned 'pork barrel'
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Gulf News
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A: Some ₱10 billion over the course of the scam, having been diverted to Janet Napoles, participating members of Congress and other government officials, including 23 senators. In addition to the fertiliser fund maintained by the Department of...
Owner: Obaid Al Tayer