Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra wins big in Europe
The ensemble of 40 young Filipino musicians has just clinched back-to-back victories in two prestigious international competitions in Bratislava and Vienna, putting the…
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Court of Appeals freezes accounts of suspended Philippine mayor Alice Guo, others
The July 10 freeze order encompasses a wide range of assets, including 90 bank accounts across 14 financial institutions, several real properties, and high-value personal…
66 Chinese aircraft around Taiwan in 2024 single-day record – Taipei
China claims democratic Taiwan as part of its territory and maintains a near-daily presence of fighter jets, drones and warships around the island, which is 180 kilometres (110…
Philippine Army airs concern over China aircraft carrier group in Philippine Sea, body of water on PH’s ’s eastern side
The Armed Forces of the Philippines expressed concern on June 10 over the presence of a Chinese carrier strike group in the Philippine Sea, the body of water on the country’s…
Lower vegetable prices seen this week as harvest season in the Philippines begins
The DA’s spokesperson, said that vegetable prices in public markets have gone up in the past few weeks due to heavy rains and the El Niño phenomenon, which delayed the…
ASEAN customs chiefs unite to intensify regional illicit trade crackdown
Noting that illicit traders now use online platforms to distribute counterfeits and illegal products, ASEAN countries also committed to work on developing guidelines for better…
Are we at the mercy of oil companies?
Oil prices are not solely determined by the usual expenses associated with oil production. A major factor is “market speculation” since crude is traded in the global market,…
La Niña may trigger aggressive rate cuts in Southeast Asia, think tank says
La Niña could bring with it favorable growing conditions for crops in Southeast Asian countries like the Philippines, something that may help tame food prices and give central…
Philippine offshore gaming operations hubs will no longer be allowed, says gaming chief
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Board will also assign “24/7 teams” that will monitor the 43 licensed Pogo firms.
Up for grabs
Rather than add fuel to the fire, it makes sense for Beijing to lower the political temperature by playing nice—for now, says the writer.