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Philippine makes headway in PMI’s goal to boost smoke-free revenues
Philstar
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July 6, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is making progress in contributing to Philip Morris International’s (PMI) global goal of generating two-thirds of net revenues from smoke-free products or alternatives. Tobacco giant PMI aims to achieve this...
Filipino students' waste management tracking system wins at Asia-Pacific Solution Challenge
The Manila Times
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July 6, 2025
A waste management tracking system developed by four students from Holy Angel University in Angeles, Pampanga won the People’s Choice Award at the 2025 APAC Solution Challenge, and presented on a demo day at the 2025 APAC Digital Transformation...
Philippines’ score lags behind regional average in ICT Index
Business World
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July 6, 2025
Home Infographics Philippines’ score lags behind regional average in ICT Index July 7, 2025 | 12:03 am The Philippines scored 78 out of 100 in the 2025 ICT Development Index (IDI) from UN agency International Telecommunication Union, outpacing the...
Philippines reaffirms commitment to ratify, promote High Seas Treaty
Philstar
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July 6, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines reaffirmed its commitment to the early ratification and entry into force of the Agreement on the Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) in its...
Philippines in talks with Japan to acquire warships
Philstar
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July 6, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy confirmed yesterday exploratory discussions with Japan on the possible transfer of Abukuma-class destroyer ships to the country, saying the naval assets are aligned with the Navy’s operational requirements...
The Philippines’ recent English-only shift: Linguistic genocide, economic convenience, or both?
Business World
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July 6, 2025
It can be recalled that in October 2024, the Philippine government, in its management of a linguistically rich and culturally diverse population, decided to make the then-existing Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) act expire. It...
Marcos says tech critical to attracting younger farmers
Business World
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July 6, 2025
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. said advanced technology will be key to attracting the young to take up careers in agriculture, which he hopes will reverse the ageing trend among farmers. “Farmers asked me how we can encourage the youth to...
Improve legislation, don’t ban online gaming in the Philippines: Expert
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 6, 2025
The route to success for the Philippines is not an outright ban on its online gaming industry, but rather leveraging and improving existing frameworks to stomp out illegal online gambling and striking ‘the better balance between individual freedom...
How the World Learned to See Blackness — Scientific Racism and Its Enduring Legacy
The Good Men Project - California
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July 6, 2025
Introduction Ask people why the world sees Blackness the way it does, and most won’t have an answer. They might talk about the things they saw growing up — a man watched in a corner store, a teacher clutching her purse, a neighborhood described as...
Konektadong Pinoy Act is the disruption the Philippines needs
Panay News
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July 6, 2025
IN A COUNTRY where over 45% of barangays remain disconnected from reliable internet, the Konektadong Pinoy Act offers a rare—and necessary—break from the status quo. Despite loud opposition from legacy telcos, this bill is a bold step toward...
Sweden supports cancer care upgrade in Bataan, Philippines
ScandAsia
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July 6, 2025
Governor Jose Enrique Garcia III and Swedish Ambassador Anna Ferry meet with representatives from Bataan General Hospital, the Swedish Embassy, and Business Sweden to advance cancer care collaboration. The province of Bataan in the Philippines is...
Cisco research: Major infrastructure shift underway and AI could double the strain or solve it
Manila Standard
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July 6, 2025
Most outages stem from congestion, cyberattacks, and misconfiguration — but IT Leaders believe the right infrastructure can protect performance and unlock future value. Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking and security, today...
Biz club believes tech savvy BOC chief Nepomuceno poised to modernize bureau
Manila Standard
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July 6, 2025
IN a strong show of confidence from the country’s premier business group, Makati Business Club (MBC) Executive Director Rafael “Apa” Ongpin believes that Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno is a capable leader poised to reform...
US may press Philippines to hike defense spending to 5% of GDP
Business World
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July 6, 2025
By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, Reporter THE US would likely press the Philippines to allot at least 5% of its gross domestic product (GDP) on military spending, defense analysts said at the weekend, after Washington called on its Asian allies...
Toyota motor Philippines: It’s not just about selling cars
Manila Standard
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July 5, 2025
In a vibrant automotive market like the Philippines, a common question among consumers is which brand would fit their respective preferences and purpose. This query underscores the strong brand loyalty preva lent among Pinoys, a sentiment deeply...
Marcos forms task force for PH hosting of regional tech-voc skills competition
Politiko
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July 6, 2025
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has formed an inter-agency task force that will lead the government’s preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of WorldSkills ASEAN Manila in August. Signed on June 19, Administrative Order 34 ordered all government...
Alien Fish Species Discovered in the Philippines’ Largest Lake
SciTechDaily
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July 5, 2025
A popular ornamental fish has unexpectedly appeared in the Philippines’ largest lake, raising alarm among scientists about its potential ecological impact. Credit: Stock Ateneo biologists have confirmed the presence of the invasive tinfoil barb...
‘Philippines plays important role in digital payments push’
Philstar
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July 5, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is emerging as a key player in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) ’s efforts to build a seamless, inclusive and secure cross-border payment system, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic...
Filipino students’ AI waste management tracking system wins People’s Choice Award at 2025 Google-ADB APAC Solution Challenge
Manila Standard
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July 5, 2025
A group of Filipino students won an award for devising a waste management tracking system at the 2025 APAC Solution Challenge, presented on a demo day during the 2025 APAC Digital Transformation Forum in Manila this June. The competition brought...
Philippine waters stayed hot for 3 months after El Niño ended in May 2024
Manila Standard
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July 5, 2025
The 2023-2024 El Niño led to record-high sea surface temperatures (SST) in the Philippines, peaking at 30.45°C in June 2024. These temperatures exceeded those seen during previous El Niño events, including the 2015-2016 period, according to the...