Taiwan dollar weakens, Philippine peso gains among largely muted Asian FX
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar at 0213 GMT.CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLARCurrencyLatest bidPrevious dayPct MoveJapan yen157.950158.07+0.08Sing dlr1.2811.28-0.06Taiwan...
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Church leaders urge public to join online anti-dynasty drive
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How can the same El Niño cause drought in one part of the world...
Sea surface temperatures on August 25, 2026, compared to 1991-2020. The red streak of hot water is evidence of a strong El Niño.
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Rupiah gains; Korean won, Philippine peso weaken among mixed Asian FX
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar at 0205 GMT.CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLARCurrencyLatest bidPrevious dayPct MoveJapan yen156.730157.28+0.35Sing dlr1.2781.2777-0.02Taiwan...
At least 23 dead in Thailand floods, Bangkok airport in chaos
Thai Airways to cut about 30 Bangkok departures on TuesdayCabinet approves more than 4 billion baht in flood aid, PM saysAbout 5,600 bags...
Infanta Church group renews call for Sierra Madre protection
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Prosecutors reopen investigation into alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University
New York state prosecutors have reopened an investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity house, a district attorney...
Canada expects trade with Philippines to triple over next decade
MANILA —Trade between Canada and the Philippines is expected to triple over the next decade, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in Manila on...
ASEAN unity faces test as energy crisis, regional conflicts loom over summit
ASEAN leaders meet major-power counterparts to discuss energy crisis, regional conflictsSouth China Sea code negotiations with China progressing, says Manila’s foreign ministry spokespersonLeaders...
Carmelle Carries PH Flag Tonight at First Eurovision Asia With ‘Sobra-Sobra’
Carmelle Takes the Philippine Flag to the First-Ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia Tonight
Filipino singer Carmelle Collado will perform tonight, Saturday, November 14, in...
Bus Conductor Faces Charges for Allegedly Harassing Deaf Woman & Daughter in Bohol
LTFRB-7 helps deaf woman file criminal charges against Ceres bus conductor over alleged harassment in Tagbilaran City
A bus conductor now faces criminal charges...
Female Student Goes Viral for Talking Back to Teacher Using English Words
Female Student Goes Viral for Talking Back to Teacher Using English Words
A female student has caught the attention of social media users after...