
FCDU loans slip 0.8% to $15.44 billion in Q1 2026
Foreign currency deposit unit (FCDU) loans extended by banks operating in the Philippines declined by 0.8 percent in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting…
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Foreign currency deposit unit (FCDU) loans extended by banks operating in the Philippines declined by 0.8 percent in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting…
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‘We need to factor in the Middle East conflict when forecasting demand. Developers are not just looking at remittances but also at the rising cost of…
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Globe Telecom has secured regulatory approval to launch the country’s first satellite-to-mobile service, allowing customers to stay connected even in remote…
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Home to the world-renowned Art Basel, which showcases contemporary artworks from around the globe, Basel is Switzerland’s cultural capital, with the most…
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Like the Philippines, Canada has abundant resources. Facilitating the exchange of these critical minerals can boost the Philippines’ position in the global…
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Art Deco’s appeal was widespread because it embodied both glamour and efficiency, combining bold geometric forms with affordable materials such as reinforced…
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Each canvas served as a tender paradox, holding the viewer still in a fast-paced world to appreciate the short-lived poetry of blossoming flowers and immerse…
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The Philippines' balance of payments (BoP) deficit widened to $5.3 billion in the first quarter of 2026, equivalent to 4.5 percent of gross domestic product…
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Residential property prices in the Philippines accelerated in the first quarter of 2026, driven largely by a rebound in condominium values and a recovery in…
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BAGUIO CITY — More than 140 Baguio-based visual artists are showcasing over 1,000 artworks at the 3rd Art for Everyone exhibit, which opened…
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has rolled out new rules aimed at making digital transactions more affordable and accessible, while lifting the…
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Located in Shanghai’s historic Bund district, the gallery aims to connect contemporary art with a wider global audience.
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Fertility rates across the globe have been falling over the past few decades, but for the Philippines, the fall is much sharper than one would expect over such…
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The growing popularity of designer toys has transformed collecting into a social activity, particularly among Gen Z and young millennials who value experiences…
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Students saw how embassies help Filipinos abroad and how practical ASEAN decisions reach home.
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An employee’s absence from work is not enough to prove job abandonment or justify immediate dismissal, the Supreme Court (SC) has ruled.
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Aside from concerns over higher food and fuel prices, respondents also cited governance-related issues as weighing on their outlook, likely referring to the…
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WASHINGTON (AFP) — Nelly Korda hit an early speed bump in her bid for a third straight major title at the Women’s PGA Championship, where Yoon Ina carded a…
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