Iran says it tests satellite-carrying rocket, US calls move ‘destabilizing’
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STOCK PHOTO – Pixabay.com DUBAI — Iran’s Revolutionary Guards tested a new satellite-carrying rocket on Saturday, state media reported, a move the…
The case for constitutional change
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FABRIKASIMF-FREEPIK We need to change our Constitution. We need to change it because it has failed. The failure is self-evident: 35 years…
Beyond the Executive’s health priority measures
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FREEPIK In last week’s Yellow Pad column (“Scanning the health legislative agenda,” Oct. 30), we tackled the Executive’s legislative agenda for health….
The Philippines’ relationship with foreign debts
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FREEPIK Foreign debt can be a boon or a bane for any economy. In the Philippines, it has been both. As we…
Sailing into headwinds: Regional Economic Outlook for Asia and the Philippines
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PARTYSTOCK-FREEPIK ASIA’s strong economic rebound early this year is losing momentum, with a weaker-than-expected second quarter. In the latest Regional Economic Outlook…
Metrobank net profit surges 77% in Q3
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METROPOLITAN Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) saw its net profit surge by 77% in the third quarter on the back of its…
Globe to offer masterclasses in the metaverse
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PIXABAY Globe Telecom, Inc., will offer virtual masterclasses in music, film, entrepreneurship, e-sports, and fashion in the metaverse. “In streaming, we’re limited…
Inflation surges to near 14 year-high in October
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Marketgoers purchase fresh vegetables at the Marikina Public Market, Oct. 10. Inflation accelerated to its quickest pace in almost 14 years in…
Alipay+ to offer special packages on GCash featuring Disney+ which will be available in the Philippines on Nov. 17
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Users of the Philippines’ No.1 e-wallet GCash will be able to use their Alipay+ Rewards for special packages that include subscriptions to…
BSP open to matching more Fed hikes to tame inflation
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Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Felipe M. Medalla attends an economic briefing in Pasay City, July 26, 2022. — REUTERS/LISA MARIE…