Omicron variant’s global spread prompts renewed lockdowns
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SYDNEY — New Zealand delayed the planned reopening of its international border because of the sweeping spread of Omicron around the world…
Businessman, others made millions in insider trading through hacking
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UNSPLASH BOSTON — Five Russians including a Kremlin-linked businessman now in US custody carried out a vast, $82-million insider trading scheme that…
China slaps $210-M fine on top influencer for tax evasion
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China’s official app for digital yuan is seen on a mobile phone placed in front of an image of the Chinese flag,…
Novovax gets WHO nod for COVID shot for developing countries
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REUTERS The World Health Organization (WHO) gave emergency-use status to a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax, Inc., the first protein-based shot to…
Turning trash into textile, plastic into planks
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Photo courtesy of The Plastic Flamingo By Brontë H. Lacsamana and Patricia B. Mirasol Environmental warriors are using green technology to transform…
Food running out, Philippine typhoon survivors warn
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PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD FACEBOOK PAGE MANILA – Philippine officials and residents of areas that bore the brunt of Typhoon Rai pleaded for…
Alagang AyalaLand sparks continued growth for social enterprises and their communities
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Social enterprises supported by BPI Sinag Program and Bayan Academy located in an Alagang AyalaLand Center in TriNoma. While the economy continues…
PHL eyes $500-M disaster response loan from World Bank
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PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD FACEBOOK PAGE By Jenina P.Ibañez, Senior Reporter The Philippines plans to tap a $500 million World Bank disaster response…
U.S. files action to return $150 Million in alleged embezzled funds to Sony
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WASHINGTON – The United States filed a civil forfeiture complaint on Monday to return more than $154 million in funds that were…
ANALYSIS – Malaysia’s labour abuse allegations a risk to export growth model
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Reuters) – Malaysia’s government and companies must address mounting allegations of workplace abuse of migrant labourers who fuel…