
Online loan sharks, an endangered species
On social media platforms like Facebook and Reddit, tens of thousands of borrowers daily share distressing stories of harassment by collection agents.
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On social media platforms like Facebook and Reddit, tens of thousands of borrowers daily share distressing stories of harassment by collection agents.
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Since it transitioned to digital operations during the pandemic, DigiPlus has fostered a vibrant and growing online community through its e-games and…
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The orders also apply to the companies’ owners, operators, promoters, representatives, agents, and all other persons acting on their behalf.
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The local government of Quezon City government praised President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recent directive that requires all national agencies to secure permits…
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A 54-year-old taxi driver was arrested in Taguig City after he allegedly stole a cellphone from a female passenger, police said.
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Legislation is designed to curb addiction, financial ruin and social distress caused by predatory gaming platforms.
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The Financial Sector Forum (FSF) — comprising the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Insurance Commission (IC), and…
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The PSEi inched higher Friday as investors awaited the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ policy meeting on 28 August, where a rate cut is widely expected.
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The internet is a powerful tool, but it should never be your only source for healthcare.
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The Financial Sector Forum (FSF) – comprising the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Insurance Commission (IC), and…
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The legislation was passed by a wide margin after public outrage over alleged child sexual exploitation by Hytalo Santos.
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‘The principal factor behind the swing to a $5.8-billion deficit was the substantial outflow of foreign currency stemming from the national government’s…
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To assist victims, the commission has established a one-stop shop where the public can report harassment and intimidation by abusive platforms.
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expected to deliver more policy rate cuts in the second half of 2025 as easing inflation gives monetary authorities…
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BSP said preliminary data showed that the wider trade in goods deficit continued to weigh heavily on the country’s external accounts.
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Doctors are becoming targets lately on social media, which is a tragedy since integrity and trust are paramount in their profession.
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‘When we bridge judicial wisdom with law enforcement and prosecutorial experience, we strengthen protection for our most vulnerable citizens.’
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Japanese credit watchdog Rating and Investment Information Inc. (R&I) affirmed the investment grade of the Philippines with a stable outlook.
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