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Philippines Gunning For Full Air Power Package
Asian Defence Journal
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July 4, 2025
SECRETARY of the Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has proposed for the Philippine Air Force’s (PAF) multi-role fighter (MRF) programme to proceed as a full package comprising the fighter aircraft, airborne...
Philippines mulls removal of competitive bidding process for first nuclear power plant
Eco-Business
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July 4, 2025
“Distribution utilities are mandated to ensure a ready market for available capacity from the first commercially developed nuclear power plant, which shall be exempt from a competitive selection process,” read the notice. “There is a need to...
Mandatory drug test for politicians eyed
The Manila Times
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July 4, 2025
CEBU CITY — If ordinary workers must undergo drug testing to secure employment, elected officials should be no exception. Cebu 4th District Rep. Sun Shimura suggested this as he revealed plans to file a bill that would require all political...
Philippine Airlines opens direct flight from Manila to Da Nang
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 3, 2025
Philippine Airlines launched a Manila–Da Nang direct route with thrice-weekly flights, boosting connectivity, tourism, and regional visitor exchange. Philippine Airlines operated flight PR585 landed at Da Nang International Airport, carrying 193...
Bising brings rain to Extreme Northern Luzon on July 6
Inquirer
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July 6, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Even outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), Severe Tropical Storm Bising (international name: Danas) continued to affect Extreme Northern Luzon, bringing rain to the region on Sunday, according to the state...
Philippines' June inflation rises slightly to 1.4%; food prices easing
Philippine STAR
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July 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines recorded a slight acceleration in inflation in June 2025, rising to 1.4% from 1.3% in May. Headline inflation from January to June 2025 now stands at 1.8%, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority on...
Philippines' inflation rate edges up to 1.4 pct in June
Xinhua News Agency
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MANILA, July 4 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' headline inflation slightly increased to 1.4 percent in June, up from 1.3 percent in May, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on Friday. "This brings the national average inflation rate from...
Filipino food is having a moment – try these two bold, flavour-packed recipes
The Independent
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July 4, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Philippines sets sight on AEW&C aircraft
FlightGlobal
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The Philippine air force aims to obtain airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, while a decision to obtain a new fighter has yet to be made. The air force has submitted a proposal to the government regarding the possible AEW&C...
Poor governance is a drag on national income growth
Philstar
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July 4, 2025
Persistent inequality and deeply rooted political structures have been preventing the Philippines from moving upward from its present status as a lower-middle income country. As of July 2, the World Bank reported that, in 2024, the country’s...
Philippine state insurer completes non-life insurance hub rollout
Insurance Asia
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July 4, 2025
The new hub serves both individual GSIS members and institutional clients. The Philippines’ Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) launched its Non-Life Insurance Hub at the GSIS Quezon City Branch on 30 June, marking the completion of its...
MEd pilot connects international teachers to B.C. classrooms (Campus Life - Kamloops)
Castanet Kamloops
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July 4, 2025
What can internationally trained teachers learn from time spent in a Canadian classroom? As it turns out—a lot more than they expected. Eleven Master of Education (MEd) students from Thompson Rivers University (TRU) recently completed the first...
Don’t sideline locals in race for football glory, says Sarawak minister
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
Nine of Harimau Malaya’s starting-11 in their 2027 Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam last month were naturalised players. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Sarawak’s sports minister has warned against having an overreliance on naturalised players in...
Philippine Police bust unlicensed raffle syndicate in Tarlac
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 3, 2025
Authorities in the Philippines have arrested 94 individuals in connection with an illegal online and offline raffle operation in Tarlac province, according to the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG). The arrests stemmed from...
Philippines detains high-risk Chinese nationals in fraud probe
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 3, 2025
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) has arrested several high-risk Chinese fugitives in separate operations across Pampanga, including inside the Clark Freeport Zone and a casino in Angeles City. Chinese national Zhao Jianfeng, 28, was...
The Philippines has a foreign agents law
The Manila Times
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July 4, 2025
First word LIKE any state wary in its vigil over national security and the national interest, the Philippines has a foreign agent registration law that regulates the activities of and requires the registration of foreign agents in its territory....
Mayor Gatchalian signs MOA with Development Academy of the Philippines
Politiko
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July 4, 2025
Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP). “We sealed another partnership today with the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP)!,” said...
Mayor Aguilar kicks-off Nutrition Month with Healthy Food Fair
Politiko
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July 4, 2025
Las Piñas Mayor April Aguilar led the launch of this year’s Nutrition Month celebration with the opening of the Healthy Food Fair at the City Hall Quadrangle. Organized by the City Nutrition Office, the event showcased a wide variety of...
Marcos may consider Veloso clemency if it doesn’t violate PH laws
Politiko
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July 4, 2025
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may consider the appeal for executive clemency for Mary Jane Veloso as long as such calls do not violate the country’s laws, Malacañang said on Friday. Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace...
‘Inspired Beginnings 2025’ showcases the art of weddings at Conrad Manila
The Manila Times
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July 4, 2025
Conrad Manila set the stage for a reimagined bridal experience as “Inspired Beginnings 2025” unfolded in a two-day showcase of couture, design and Filipino artistry. The event brought together the country’s top designers and event stylists, who...