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Poll: Most Filipinos see China as ‘greatest threat’
Business World
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August 25, 2025
By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, Reporter A VAST majority of Filipinos distrust China and view it as the country’s “greatest threat,” according to an OCTA Research survey released Monday, highlighting growing public unease over tensions in the...
Luxury hospitality seen as growth niche for Philippine developers
Business World
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August 25, 2025
By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Reporter PROPERTY CONSULTANTS said residential oversupply could push more Philippine developers to pursue luxury hospitality projects. “With over 7,000 islands, it has all the ingredients, but it seems that Philippine...
Jacksonville grad Azumi Oka 'Super blessed' to play for Philippines national team
Jacksonville Daily News - North Caroline
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Azumi Oka had it all worked out. The 2024 Jacksonville High School graduate already felt “blessed” playing for the Philippines women’s national soccer team, but Oka found even more pride surprising her mother by starting the first group stage...
Philippines reviewing bill to create Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with 10,000 BTC
crypto.news
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August 25, 2025
Lawmakers in the Philippines are reviewing a proposed bill, which, if passed, would allow the country’s central bank to hold up to 10,000 BTC as part of a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Summary House Bill 421 directs the Philippine central bank to...
Alexandra Eala advances at US Open in Major first for Philippines
The Straits Times
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August 25, 2025
NEW YORK – Alexandra Eala became the first Filipino player to win a main-draw match at a Grand Slam in the professional era, beating 14th seed Clara Tauson in an opening-round upset at the US Open on Aug 24. The 20-year-old burst into tears amid...
Mint Explainer | RBI's nod to Yes Bank-SMBC deal and what it tells us about India’s banking future
Mint
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August 25, 2025
This move not only reshapes Yes Bank’s ownership structure but also brings a deep-pocketed global player into the private banking space. Mint explains what this means for Yes Bank, SMBC and the banking sector. What does RBI approval of the Yes...
Philippine Lawmaker Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Following Global Trend
Blockhead
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August 25, 2025
A Philippine congressman has introduced legislation to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, proposing the government purchase 2,000 Bitcoin annually for five years through the central bank as global interest in cryptocurrency reserves...
Tourism remains key growth driver for Philippine casino sector: Brokerage
Asia Gaming Brief
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August 25, 2025
The recovery of the Philippine tourism industry is expected to play a pivotal role in driving the country’s casino sector, particularly benefiting brick-and-mortar operators, according to a report by Unicapital Securities Inc. According to the...
Philippines quietly deepening ‘unofficial’ defense ties with Taiwan
Japan Times
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August 25, 2025
Manila – While officially adhering to the “One-China” policy, the Philippines has been quietly expanding unofficial defense and security engagements with Taiwan, a senior government official in Manila has said, in revelations likely to anger...
Philippines to Consider Strategic Bitcoin Reserve With 20-Year Lockup
Decrypt
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August 25, 2025
In brief The measure directs the country's central bank to purchase 10,000 BTC over five years, with a 20-year holding requirement. Custody, proof-of-reserves, and disposal rules would be codified by law and regulation. Local crypto voices call...
NEA Women in Business: Mallory Darby
Northwest Arkansas Business Journal
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August 25, 2025
Residence: Manila Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration-marketing and management, Mississippi State University What was your dream job and why? As a kid, I didn’t have a title in mind, but I always knew I wanted to do something...
Gatchalian seeks ban on ex-politician-owned firms in gov’t projects
Inquirer
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August 26, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian on Monday said he will file a legislative measure seeking to ban companies previously owned by politicians from undertaking government infrastructure initiatives. Gatchalian sought to make the move as...
Philippines warns against Israeli military expansion, calls for ceasefire in Gaza
The Peninsula
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August 25, 2025
This handout photo taken April 14, 2021, and received from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) April 15, a Philippine flag is displayed aboard a coast guard rubber boat as they patrol past Chinese vessels at Whitsun Reef, in the Spratly Islands....
World War II museum to focus on Philippines campaign
The Apalachicola Times - Florida
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August 25, 2025
A squad leader points out a suspected Japanese position at the edge of Balete Pass, near Baguio, where troops of the 25th Infantry Division are in fierce combat with Japanese forces on March 23, 1945. [ U.S. Army ] During the invasion of Leyte,...
Aryna Sabalenka starts defense of US Open title with solid victory; Fritz, Ben Shelton win in straight sets
West Hawaii Today - Hawaii
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August 25, 2025
The first round of a major can be tricky for the world’s No. 1 player and defending champion. Especially when it’s the last major of the year in New York. But Aryna Sabalenka made the proceedings look very routine in a 7-5, 6-1 win over...
Philippines presses call for ceasefire in Gaza
The Manila Times
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August 25, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines joined the international community in calling for an end to the "ever-worsening" humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said. The Philippines is "deeply concerned by recent...
The World Bank Gives Nuclear Power a Jolt in the Global South
World Politics Review
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August 25, 2025
A fisherman in the West Philippine Sea passes the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, Jan. 19, 2025 (AP photo by Anton L. Delgado). The World Bank’s recent decision to lift a longstanding de facto ban on funding for nuclear energy projects has raised...
Ji Chang-wook to headline IAM Worldwide’s anniversary show in Manila
The Manila Times
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August 25, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — South Korean superstar Ji Chang-wook will make a highly anticipated appearance in the Philippines as the headliner for IAM Worldwide’s 8th anniversary show, “DOMIN8,” on October 19 at SM Mall of Asia Arena. South Korean...
Alexandra Eala Becomes First Filipino To Win A Grand Slam Singles Match
RTTNews
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August 25, 2025
Young tennis sensation Alexandra Eala has become the first-ever Filipino to win a Grand Slam singles main draw match in the Open era. The 2022 US Open junior girls' singles champion and world No. 70 came back from a double break in the third set...
Business : MATTA Targets More Than RM250 Mln Sales At 57th MATTA Fair
Bernama
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August 25, 2025
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) aims to achieve more than RM250 million in sales during the upcoming 57th National MATTA Fair, driven by the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and a...