Thailand sees slow tourism recovery after reopening
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BANGKOK — Thailand was among the first countries in Asia to reopen for foreign arrivals, and it is seeing a slow recovery,…
Death of S. Korean dictator leaves brutal legacy unresolved
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An archival photo shows South Korean dictator Chun Doo-hwan meeting with staff officers of the US 25th Infantry Division at their field…
Australia introduces contentious religious anti-discrimination legislation
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UNSPLASH SYDNEY — Australia on Thursday introduced contentious religious anti-discrimination legislation to parliament that if approved would allow faith-based organizations to prioritize…
World's biggest Ikea opens in Philippines as part of global push
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Ikea opened its biggest store in the world in the Philippines, with the new 730,000 square foot facility in Manila a cornerstone…
Seoul, Barbados check into metaverse as governments eye virtual presence
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PIXABAY The metaverse will soon be a place to not just buy virtual goods and meet avatars, but to also get essential…
US economy eyes strong 2021 finish as labor market tightens, spending accelerates
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UNSPLASH WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits dropped to a 52-year low last week, suggesting economic…
SM launches Cashier Training Program with TESDA
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SM Foundation, in partnership with TESDA, DOLE, DSWD, SM Supermalls, and SM Markets, launched the first ever National Certificate (NCII) training program…
COVID cases break records in Europe, prompting booster shot expansion
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Hesitation about taking a COVID-19 vaccine decreases as people learn more about vaccine safety testing, so these conversations are important to make…
Getting out of her comfort zone, Bea Alonzo sizzles as the new Tanduay Calendar Girl
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2021 has been a year of changes for Bea Alonzo, and it has also been a year of growth. People not only…
Megaworld builds new global hub for nation's most ambitious businesses
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Northwin Global City is poised to become Bulacan’s first highly urbanized, world-class business district. With Northwin Global City, Megaworld makes a P98-billion…