
Illicit tobacco trade hits P50 billion
The government is intensifying its campaign against the illicit tobacco trade as illegal activities continue to threaten billions of pesos in public revenues,…
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The government is intensifying its campaign against the illicit tobacco trade as illegal activities continue to threaten billions of pesos in public revenues,…
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Ongoing investigations into a multibillion-peso flood control scandal in the Philippines must lead to deep institutional reforms rather than just the…
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ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AFP) — A string of west African countries have outlawed same-sex relations in recent months, further eroding LGBTQ rights on a continent…
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After years of speculation, GCash operator Mynt is finally laying the groundwork for a stock market debut after authorizing a potential initial public offering…
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‘Coda is headquartered in Singapore and has grown from strength to strength here over the past decade. Singapore will continue to play a central role in our…
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TAGUIG CITY — The Philippines and Israel are expanding cooperation in technology, with Israeli firms seeking partnerships with Philippine companies in areas…
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Authorities seized an estimated P77.19 million worth of alleged smuggled cigarettes and arrested 14 individuals during an anti-smuggling operation in the…
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Paris (AFP) — News consumers around the world are now turning more to social media and video platforms than traditional outlets for information, a respected…
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Business and civic organizations opposed House Bill No. 8389 or the Anti-Dynasty Bill, warning that the measure could strengthen political dynasties instead of…
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The ranking comes after Digiplus delivered revenues totaling $1.46 billion, or P84.2 billion, in 2025, up 12 percent from the previous year despite a changing…
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Violations of city ordinances made up the bulk of offenses handled by the Manila Police District (MPD) during a weeklong law enforcement operation, authorities…
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The excitement surrounding BTS’ long-awaited return to the Philippines has taken a costly turn for many Filipino ARMYs, with concert tickets being sold at…
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Security Bank has been recognized at The Asian Banker Global Financial Technology Innovation Awards 2026, earning honors for its mobile banking platform and…
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CAPE, South Africa (AFP) — South African authorities arrested a 28-year-old man whom they caught trafficking 150 venomous scorpions through Cape Town airport,…
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The leadership of Globe Telecom has vowed to further strengthen Internet connectivity in the provinces of Aklan and Antique and advance digital inclusion in…
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Police arrested 61 people and penalized more than 1,800 ordinance violators during a weekend anti-criminality sweep across southern Metro Manila, authorities…
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Authorities arrested 120 suspects and seized more than P107.76 million worth of illegal drugs during a series of nationwide operations conducted from 4 to 11…
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The Eastern Police District (EPD) recorded a 42.11 percent decline in its eight focus crimes over a one-week period, logging just 11 incidents from 7 to 13…
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