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Filipino seafarers, collateral damage to geopolitical war
The Manila Times
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July 15, 2025
THE impact of geopolitical war between Palestine and Israel has become more palpable for the global maritime industry after two Liberian-flagged bulk carriers were attacked and sunk by Houthi militants in the southern Red Sea, leaving four...
Political prisoners support group decries retaliation after BuCor’s permanent ban
Bulatlat
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July 15, 2025
“They should check their double standards where high-profile human rights violators and criminals such as Gen. Jovito Palparan, guilty of the disappearance of UP activists Karen Empeño and Sherlyn Cadapan, has allegedly been receiving VIP or ‘Very...
Philippines to host first Asian EITI global conference in 2026
Manila Standard
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July 15, 2025
The Department of Finance (DOF) said the Philippines will host the 2026 Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Global Conference in Manila, marking the first time the event will be held in Asia. The move underscores the country’s...
Top concerns of Filipinos still inflation, pay hike
Inquirer
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July 18, 2025
Controlling inflation and raising the pay of workers remain the top national concerns for Filipinos, according to the latest Pulse Asia “Ulat ng Bayan” survey released on Thursday. The results of the survey conducted from June 26 to June 30 showed...
DENR: Before you blame Manila dolomite beach for flood . . .
Inquirer
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July 18, 2025
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is seeking a “science-based” approach to solving Metro Manila’s flooding problems, following a claim by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) that the Manila Baywalk...
DigiPlus shares drop amid growing calls for online gambling ban in the Philippines
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 17, 2025
DigiPlus Interactive Corp., operator of popular platforms like BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, suffered a sharp 20.4 percent drop in share price on Wednesday, falling to PHP27.90 ($0.49) amid growing political pressure to ban online gambling in the...
PAGCOR donates five medical vehicles to the Philippine military
Gambling Insider
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation has continued its support of President Marcos’ drive to distribute patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to every part of the country. By Rory Calland Key points: - PAGCOR donates a further five patient...
Mayor Concepcion witnesses PNP’s 5-minute response time simulation exercises in Mariveles
Politiko
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July 13, 2025
Mayor Ace Jello “AJ” Concepcion of Mariveles, Bataan has observed the 5-Minute Response Time Simulation Exercises (SIMEX) conducted by members of the Philippine National Police (PNP). PNP Bataan Provincial Director PCOL Marites Salvadora led the...
Carrier USS Carl Vinson Now in the South China Sea; China Steps Up Military, Drone Flights Near Taiwan
USNI News
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July 17, 2025
USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) operates in the Middle East on July 4, 2025. US Navy Photo The U.S. Navy’s Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group entered the South China Sea on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Chinese reconnaissance flights as Taiwan conducts annual...
8 Philippines sailors from Houthi-hit vessel back home
Philstar
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July 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Eight Filipino crew of the Greek carrier Eternity C, which was attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea earlier this month, have returned to the Philippines, the Department of Migrant Workers said. The DMW said the seafarers...
Philippine president approves proposed 2026 budget
Xinhua News Agency
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MANILA, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. approved the proposed 6.793 trillion pesos (roughly 119.82 billion U.S. dollars) budget for 2026, Presidential Communications Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer...
US missile destroyer joins Philippines maritime drills
Philstar
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July 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The USS Curtis Wilbur, an Arleigh Burke-class Aegis guided missile destroyer of the United States Navy, joined the Philippine Navy’s newest warship and two Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessels in another bilateral maritime...
Philippine defense chief renounced Maltese citizenship before his appointment, department says
myMotherLode - California
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July 14, 2025
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. had renounced his Maltese citizenship and disclosed it to Filipino authorities before taking office, the Defense Department said Monday. Philippine law generally...
World Rugby make major law change that slashes number of foreign-born British & Irish Lions
Ruck
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July 17, 2025
Lions legend Willie John McBride has hit out at the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad, blasting the British & Irish Lions icon Willie John McBride has hit out at the modern makeup of the squad, slamming the inclusion of foreign-born players. “Eight...
Philippine Bishops Sound Alarm on Online Gambling Crisis: “A New Virus Destroying Our People”
Zenit
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July 14, 2025
(ZENIT News / Manila, 07.13.2025).- The Philippine Church confronts a society increasingly shaped by digital technology and its bishops have issued one of their most forceful pastoral statements in recent memory—this time not about war or poverty,...
UK firms looking to hire Filipinos for shared services
The Manila Times
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July 17, 2025
BUSINESSES in the United Kingdom are considering hiring Filipinos for shared services in finance, operations, logistics and human resources, British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) Chairman Sarah McLeod told The Manila Times on Thursday....
The NextGen Advantage: UnionBank Institutional Banking empowering enterprises in the Philippines
Business World
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July 17, 2025
As the business landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, organizations are no longer expected to simply keep up — they are called to lead. The future belongs to those who take control of change rather than simply respond to it. UnionBank...
FAPNG FREE MEDICAL CHECK UP THIS SUNDAY
EMTV
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July 21, 2025
By Lorraine Jimal More than 500 residents in Port Moresby are expected to receive free medical check up at Sir John Guise Stadium on Sunday 27 July 2025, from the Filipino Association of Papua New Guinea in partnership with NCDPHA and NCDC....
Real love stories shine at Hilton Manila’s fifth annual Ever After Bridal Fair
Philstar
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July 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts has successfully concluded its fifth annual Ever After Bridal Fair, held on July 12 and 13. This year’s theme, “A Love Like Ours,” brought together soon-to-wed couples, premier wedding...
Enchanted Kingdom throws month-long birthday bashfor Eldar the Wizard
Manila Standard
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July 17, 2025
Enchanted Kingdom is marking the 30th year of Eldar the Wizard with a month-long celebration this July, spotlighting its beloved character through shows, games, and surprise-filled park activities. Under The Enchanted Story of Eldar the Wizard...