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Philippine Economic Growth Forecast Revised Down Amid Investment Slowdown and Energy Pressures
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office has downgraded the Philippines' growth projections for 2026 and 2027 due to investment issues and global energy challenges.
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Malabon Congressman Denies Criticism of VP Sara Duterte's Foreign Travels
Malabon City Rep. Lenlen Oreta refutes claims of criticizing VP Sara Duterte's trips abroad, emphasizing the need for verified information.
Read analysis →Fuel Price Adjustments: October 6 Sees Gasoline and Kerosene Hikes Amid Diesel Drop
Fuel prices shift again on October 6, with gasoline and kerosene seeing increases, while diesel experiences a slight rollback amidst ongoing market volatility.
Read analysis →Norway Considers Temporary Ban on Smart Glasses Over Privacy Concerns
Amid rising privacy debates, Norway's government is considering a temporary ban on smart glasses in public areas to protect citizen rights.
Read analysis →Sotto’s New Office Found Bare Ahead of Transfer from Estrada
Senate President Pro Tempore Tito Sotto discovered his designated office stripped of fixtures, prompting surprise among colleagues.
Read analysis →Conflicting Accounts Surround Death of Employee at Siberian Anti-Plague Laboratory
Authorities in Russia provide mixed statements on a laboratory employee's death; international bodies monitor the situation closely for public health implications.
Read analysis →Philippine Teens Shine with Poomsae Medals at Asian Games
Juliana Mykhail Candelaria and Jeus Gabriel Yape showcased their talents, earning silver and bronze in poomsae at the Asian Games in Japan.
Read analysis →Julie Anne San Jose Returns to Rappler Live Jam With New Music
Catch Julie Anne San Jose's upcoming performance on Rappler Live Jam, featuring her latest singles and a rich musical history.
Read analysis →Mary Jane Veloso Encourages Future OFWs to Avoid Illegal Recruitment for Safer Employment
Mary Jane Veloso urges aspiring OFWs to take legal routes for employment abroad, sharing her own experiences to prevent others from facing similar hardships.
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Alex Eala Settles for Bronze at Asian Games, Faces Tough Battle Against Wang Xiyu
Despite early promise, Alex Eala's bid for gold at the Asian Games ends with a semifinal loss, resulting in a repeat bronze finish.
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Understanding Philippine Debt Trends: Implications for Businesses by 2027
Philippine borrowing trends reveal shifts in consumer behavior and business lending that could shape strategies leading up to 2027.
Read analysis →Russian Strikes Target School and Nuclear Facility Amid Intensifying Attacks on Ukraine
Recent Russian drone strikes have struck both a school and a nuclear facility in Kyiv, raising concerns about ongoing threats to critical infrastructure.
Read analysis →Isaac Heeney Claims Third Consecutive Bob Skilton Medal Amid Club Sanction
Isaac Heeney wins Sydney's best and fairest award for the third time, despite facing a club sanction for breaching conduct standards.
Read analysis →Prosecutors Drop Blackmail Charge Against Former CFMEU Delegate Joel Leavitt
Joel Leavitt dodged a blackmail charge but received a $2,000 fine for engaging in illegal debt collection and failing to cooperate with police.
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Weather Update: ITCZ Brings Rain to Parts of the Philippines as Typhoon Queenie Exits
The ITCZ is causing rain in the Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan, while Typhoon Queenie has exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility.
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