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Cone sees Quentin Millora-Brown play as ‘big and wing’ for Gilas
The Manila Times
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August 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone sees former University of the Philippines big man Quentin Millora-Brown playing multiple positions once he gets to play for the national team. The American coach made this comment shortly after...
ASIA RICE-Vietnam rates rise on Philippine stockpiling; India prices steady
Hindustan Times
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August 14, 2025
* ASIA RICE-Vietnam rates rise on Philippine stockpiling; India prices steady Philippines will suspend rice imports for 60 days from Sept 1 * Weather conducive for paddy crop, Mumbai-based dealer says * Demand for Thai rice remains quiet, trader...
Philippines’ public officials banned from online gambling highlights need for shared oversight: Expert
Asia Gaming Brief
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August 13, 2025
The Philippines’ Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has issued a prohibition on online gambling for its officials and employees, signaling a broader shift toward shared responsibility in addressing problem gambling within...
HONOR Philippines sets global benchmark, celebrates 3 years of phenomenal growth at HONOR SEA & Middle East Summit
Manila Standard
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August 14, 2025
From local triumph to global inspiration. The global leading technology brand, recognized for its remarkable performance, held its event recently at the Grand Hyatt, BGC, Taguig City. In just three short years, HONOR Philippines has gone from...
Foton Philippines Launched A Full Commercial EV Lineup
CleanTechnica
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August 14, 2025
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. hosted an “EV Forward” event at its Clark assembly plant, showcasing its comprehensive lineup of electric vehicles. The event was held in...
Philippines shifts banana and pineapple exports to containers
Fresh Plaza
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August 12, 2025
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has partnered with the CMA CGM Group to introduce containerized shipping for banana and pineapple exports from the Philippines to Japan and South Korea. The move replaces traditional breakbulk shipping with...
Geely EX5 and Okavango Elite flexes the new energy in mobility
Manila Standard
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August 14, 2025
The New Geely EX5 and Geely Okavango Elite are out to flex its powers this month of August as your all-around back-to-school, back-to-work, back-to-everything ride. It’s making the rounds and stirring up buzz via the New EnerGeely mall tour. Catch...
Reception Tables on Sale in Manila – Impress Clients Without Overspending
The Clinton Courier - Mississippi
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August 14, 2025
When site visitors step into your administrative center, the reception location is the first actual issue they see. It’s where first impressions are fashioned — and in a commercial employer, those impressions rely. A stylish, properly designed...
Stylish Reception Tables for Sale in Manila – Designs That Welcome in Style
The Clinton Courier - Mississippi
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August 14, 2025
The reception vicinity is often the primary point of contact for traffic, customers, and personnel, making it one of the maximum important components of any business environment. A nicely-designed reception table or reception table can set the...
Wells Fargo Philippines rolls out electric bus fleet for employees
Manila Standard
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August 14, 2025
Wells Fargo Philippines has launched its first fleet of electric buses, expanding its employee shuttle service with low-emission transport options. The new electric vehicles are being phased into the company’s shared shuttle program in its...
Waste-to-energy project to rise in Tarlac—BCDA
Manila Standard
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August 14, 2025
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority announced a P4 billion investment for a new waste-to-energy facility in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac. The project is one of the major infrastructure agreements from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s...
Indonesian fund, oil giant plan more investments in Philippines
Philstar
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August 14, 2025
Louella Desiderio - The Philippine Star August 15, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund and state-owned oil and gas company are looking to expand their investments in the Philippines, according to the Office of...
Negros hog industry recovering from ASF Gilbert Bayoran
Philstar
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August 14, 2025
The Philippine Star August 15, 2025 | 12:00am BACOLOD CITY , Philippines — Two years after the devastation caused by African swine fever (ASF) and hog cholera, the hog industry in Negros Occidental is slowly recovering from the effects of the...
Biodegradable poop bags? Here’s how to embrace sustainable pet care
Rappler
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August 17, 2025
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Sustainable pet care means choosing products and habits that reduce environmental impact, like using grooming products made with natural...
Disaster-proofing the Philippines
Manila Standard
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August 14, 2025
“It’s time to disaster-proof the Philippines — not tomorrow, not someday, but now” It’s typhoon season once again in the Philippines. And as always, we brace ourselves for the heavy rains, flooding, and landslides that will disrupt lives and test...
U.S. and Philippines discuss more missile system deployments as tensions rise in South China Sea
Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida
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August 14, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The United States is discussing the possible deployment of more missile launchers to the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against aggression in the disputed South China Sea and other Asian security hotspots, but no final...
Philippines' SM Group to exit data centre business, cites high power cost
iTnews Asia
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August 13, 2025
Image Credits: SM Investments Corporation Philippine conglomerate SM Investments Corp., part of the Sy family, has announced its plan to exit the data centre business. It plans to divest its stake in YCO Global Cloud Centres. SM Investments’...
Lockheed Martin Announces Collaboration Project with SMU for Philippines' Multi Role Fighter Program
Design and Development Today - Wisconsin
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August 14, 2025
MANILA, Philippines - Lockheed Martin is expanding its industrial collaboration package for the Philippines as part of its F-16 Block 70 solution for the country's Multi Role Fighter program. The enhanced offer includes a strategic partnership...
Palace orders measures to defend banana industry’s competitive position
Business World
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August 14, 2025
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., has ordered action to defend the banana industry’s global position and safeguard farmers incomes, the Palace said on Thursday. The Department of Agriculture (DA) has also requested funding to contain pests and...
P4B waste-to-energy plant to rise in New Clark City
The Manila Times
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August 14, 2025
THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) on Thursday announced it has secured a $70-million (P4-billion) waste-to-energy (WTE) project with Indian engineering firm Uttamenergy Ltd. The WTE plant will rise in New Clark City in Capas,...