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Council OKs stricter approval process for flood control projects
THE ECONOMY and Development (ED) Council has approved a resolution to tighten the approval process for flood control projects, as the government intensifies its investigation into alleged corruption within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
BI sends 49 South Korean fugitives home in mass deportation
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Wednesday said it sent home 49 South Korean fugitives in what officials described as the biggest deportation of Korean nationals since 2017.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Eala clinically defeats Hartono in 2 sets in Guadalajara Open
SECOND-seeded Alexandra “Alex” Eala reasserted mastery of world No. 187 Arianne Hartono of the Netherlands, 6-2, 6-2, for a rousing debut in the 2025 WTAI25 Guadalajara Open on Wednesday in Mexico.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
10% reduction in smoking population seen yielding savings of $687 million
THE PHILIPPINES could save $687 million a year if it can convince 10% of its smoking population to shift to non-combusted alternatives, according to a De La Salle University study.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Injured Alas Pilipinas star Bryan Bagunas returns to training ahead of FIVB men’s world tourney
THE Alas Pilipinas team got a breath of fresh air after its biggest star, Bryan Bagunas, has returned to training after recovering from a knee injury he sustained early this year.
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September 04, 2025
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DoF: No word yet from US on tariff threat over digital taxes
THE GOVERNMENT has not received any formal communication from the US regarding potential new tariffs targeting countries with digital tax regimes, Department of Finance (DoF) Secretary Ralph G. Recto said.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Lawmakers push to lower age requirement for president, VP
CONGRESSMEN submitted a resolution on Wednesday seeking to amend the 1987 Constitution to lower the minimum age requirement for candidates running for presidential, vice-presidential (VP) and senatorial posts, citing the need to inject youth into the country’s national leadership.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Breakfast invitation
IF YOU RECEIVE an invitation for breakfast out of the blue, and from someone not seen in a long time, the first reaction is surprise. Sure, the one setting the schedule is well known to you. But why the sudden need to meet up over coffee? Is it just about catching up or discussing health issues?
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
With brooms in hand as symbol for change, Indonesian women join Jakarta protests
Hundreds of women dressed in pink joined protests in Indonesia’s capital on Wednesday against lawmakers’ perks and police brutality, brandishing brooms as a symbol of their calls for reform, while the president flew to China for a military parade.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Lower food costs, higher wages among Filipinos’ policy priorities
MOST FILIPINOS want the government to tackle policies that would lower food costs and raise wages, according to the latest poll by public opinion research firm WR Numero Research.
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September 04, 2025
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PSEi tumbles to 6,000 level as sentiment sours
PHILIPPINE SHARES sank to the 6,000 level on Wednesday to hit a near five-month low as corruption concerns and the peso’s weakness against the dollar affected investor confidence.
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September 04, 2025
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The sweet journey of Merced Bakehouse
MERCED BAKEHOUSE, a 53-year-old pastry shop in Quezon City, found itself back in the spotlight after a viral video reignited nostalgia for its signature pastry, the Beehive.
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September 04, 2025
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‘Chip in with Taiwan’ for global peace and prosperity
TODAY, the world faces mounting uncertainties and challenges — from prolonged conflicts and democratic backsliding to economic coercion and disinformation campaigns.
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September 04, 2025
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Britain’s JLR hit by cyber incident that disrupts production, sales
JAGUAR Land Rover’s (JLR) retail and production activities have been “severely disrupted” following a cybersecurity incident, the British luxury carmaker said on Tuesday, adding that it was working to restart its operations in a controlled manner.
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September 04, 2025
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Gilas Youth faces Bahrain in KO match for quarterfinals berth
GILAS Pilipinas Youth clashes against Bahrain in a knockout (KO) set-to Thursday for a seat in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIBA U16 ‘Asia Cup at the Buyant Ukhaa Sport Complex in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Google keeps Chrome and Apple deal but must share data in big antitrust ruling
GOOGLE won't have to sell its Chrome browser, a judge in Washington said on Tuesday, handing a rare win to Big Tech in its battle with US antitrust enforcers, but ordering Google to share data with rivals to open up competition in online search.
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September 04, 2025
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Draft APA Blueprint: What taxpayers can expect
TAXWISE OR OTHERWISE JOYCE ANNE BOALOY
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September 04, 2025
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Amazon US Prime sign-ups slow despite expanded Prime Day push, data show
Amazon doubled its Prime Day discount sales to four days this year and touted blowout numbers days after the event.
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September 04, 2025
Business World Philippines
Fogo de Chão opens in Manila
WHILE it was announced that it was coming way back in 2022, it took a while before it came to pass — Fogo de Chão finally opened in Glorietta 4 on Aug. 18, with an opening ceremony on Aug. 28.
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September 04, 2025
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International visitor arrivals approaching 4M
THE Department of Tourism (DoT) said international arrivals were just under 4 million as of Sept. 1.
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September 04, 2025
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Hunger among beneficiaries of DSWD’s food aid program continues to drop — Gatchalian
HUNGER incidence among beneficiaries of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Walang Gutom program declined for the second consecutive quarter, Secretary Rexlon T. Gatchalian said on Wednesday.
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September 04, 2025
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PHL attracting more investments from ASEAN neighbors — BoI
INVESTMENT PLEDGES from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries have reached P251.98 billion since 2020, reflecting the region’s increasing confidence in the Philippines, the Board of Investments Gol) said.
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September 03, 2025
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Socialized housing remains unaffordable despite expanded 4PH program — study
POOR FILIPINOS will likely remain unable to afford housing even under the government's expanded flagship program due to low wages and the lack of job security, according to a research paper published by the University of the Philippines Center for Integrative and Development Studies.
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September 03, 2025
Business World Philippines
How much is enough?
ow do we help employers who want to comply with the ethical standard set by the Social Doctrine of the Church, that a living wage must enable the worker and his family to attain a minimum level of comfort and decency with the wage that he or she is paid.
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September 03, 2025
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Ayala Land Premier launches 65-storey Makati dev’t for high-end buyers
AYALA LAND PREMIER (ALP), the flagship luxury brand of Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI), is banking on demand in the luxury residential segment with sustainability features for its latest ultra-luxury development in Makati City.
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September 03, 2025
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ABC Impact closes initial tranche of investment in Ayala’s AC Health
INVESTMENT FIRM ABC Impact Fund II LP has closed its initial tranche investment in the Ayala group’s healthcare arm Ayala Healthcare Investment Holdings, Inc. (AC Health).
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September 03, 2025
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PLDT says MSCI ESG rating upgraded to 'BBB'
PLDT INC. said its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating has improved to “BBB” in 2025 from “BB,” based on the latest assessment by MSCI ESG Ratings, a global provider of ESG research and ratings for public and select private companies.
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September 03, 2025
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Peso to rise as Fed woes drag dollar
THE PHILIPPINE PESO is expected to end the year stronger against the US dollar as the greenback remains under pressure due to US President Donald J. Trump’s continued attacks against the US Federal Reserve.
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September 03, 2025
Business World Philippines
The only way to solve our corruption problem
The recent flood-control scandal in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is a painful reminder of how corruption in public procurement continues to cost lives and livelihoods.
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September 03, 2025
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Oil prices rise as Ukraine war stokes supply fears
OIL PRICES ROSE on Tuesday as concerns about supply disruptions grew amid an escalation of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and as the market weighed whether upcoming US jobs data would lead to interest rate cuts.
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