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The Philippine Star

Inciting to sedition raps eyed vs KOJC rallyists

Police are preparing sedition complaints against members of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ who staged a rally at the religious sect's compound in an apparent bid to disrupt the manhunt for their leader and KOJC founder Apollo Quiboloy.

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September 18, 2024
'Ex-PNP chief may have helped Alice Guo escape'
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'Ex-PNP chief may have helped Alice Guo escape'

Bato: Don't look at me

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September 18, 2024
Signals hoisted as Gener may intensify
The Philippine Star

Signals hoisted as Gener may intensify

Tropical Depression Gener could intensify into a tropical storm as it exits the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) this morning, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

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September 18, 2024
The Philippine Star

US: No legal basis for China claims in SCS

The Philippines can count on continued US support amid repeated harassment at sea by the Chinese whose maritime claims in the South China Sea (SCS) have no legal basis, according to the US State Department.

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September 18, 2024
The Philippine Star

ALI ind'l unit heating up cold storage business

The industrial real estate unit of property giant Ayala Land Inc is heating up its cold storage business as it looks to become a major player in the segment over the next five years.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Financial resources grow 10% as of July

The total resources of the country's financial system breached the P32-trillion level, posting a double-digit growth in the first seven months of the year, preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Gov't urged to assist online sellers in BIR registration

Online entrepreneurs should be given proper assistance to comply with Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) registration requirements as the tax agency starts a crackdown on unregistered entities, an advocacy group said.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

FLI diversifies into condotels

Filinvest Land Inc.(FLI) is adding the condotel business in its diverse project portfolio with the acquisition of outstanding shares in Fora Services Inc. (FOSI).

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Maya, Grab team up for instant credit

Digital lender Maya Bank has partnered with Grab Philippines to offer instant credit services among eligible users, boosting Filipinos' access to financial solutions while integrating more convenience into their daily lives.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

SMIC sees better H2 performance

Analysts see a stronger second half performance for the investment holding company of the Sy family.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

SM Hotels taps TUV Rheinland for food safety, hygiene policies

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp.(SMHCC) has tapped testing service provider TUV Rheinland to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality for dining experiences.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Expanded regulatory power of GCG pushed

The Governance Commission on GOCCS (GCG) is expected to expand its regulatory powers once the 13-year-old law surrounding its mandate is amended.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Compliance woes stall Pag-IBIG home loan releases

The Home Development Mutual Fund, commonly known as Pag-IBIG Fund, is facing challenges in the release of its housing loans, with only a little over 50 percent of the target reached as of August.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phl bond market slows in Q2

Philippine bond market growth moderated in the second quarter from the previous quarter due to lower government and corporate issuances, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

July remittances highest in 7 months

Remittances from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) increased by 3.2 percent to $3.43 billion in July, hitting its highest level in seven months, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

A roadmap to success: A guide to tax credit/refund

The goal of every taxpayer is to ensure timely payment of taxes in order to avoid penalties.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Globe names CFO as Eala retires

Telco-to-tech provider Globe Telecom Inc.is reshuffling its finance department before the end of the year following the retirement of its long-time and multi-awarded fiscal strategist.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

13 Citicore projects bag nat'l significance seals

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp.(CREC) is ramping up 13 projects with a combined capacity of around 800 megawatts (MW) that were certified by the government as energy projects of national significance.

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September 17, 2024
EU dangles euro bonds to diversify Phl portfolio
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EU dangles euro bonds to diversify Phl portfolio

The European Union is encouraging the Philippine government to consider investing in EU bonds to diversify the country's portfolio and to further strengthen ties with the bloc.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Meralco unit leads new tower management firm

Telco infrastructure operators have formed a joint venture to create one of the largest players in tower management in the Philippines and support the asset needs of mobile networks.

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September 17, 2024
PH'S LARGEST OFFICE DEVELOPER RECOGNIZED FOR THE COUNTRY'S 'BEST GREEN OFFICE DEVELOPMENT'
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PH'S LARGEST OFFICE DEVELOPER RECOGNIZED FOR THE COUNTRY'S 'BEST GREEN OFFICE DEVELOPMENT'

The International Finance Center is one of the 32 LEED-certified and LEEDregistered office towers of Megaworld as the company strengthens its portfolio with more green office developments all over the country.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Stocks soar to highest level in over 2 years

The local stock market soared to its highest level in over two years as it broke past the 7,100-mark a few days after breaching the psychological 7,000-level.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Approved investments hit record-high P1.35 T

Investments for projects approved by the Board of Investments (BOI) in January until mid-September hit an all-time high of P1.35 trillion, surpassing last year's total approvals amid strong investor interest in the country.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

How AMLC analyzes suspicious money deals

As the country's financial intelligence unit, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) plays a vital role in ensuring that the Philippines is not used as a money laundering site for the proceeds of any illicit activity or financial crime.

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September 17, 2024
Warm welcome for volley world at Malacañang
The Philippine Star

Warm welcome for volley world at Malacañang

It was volleyball world at Malacañang's grounds on Sunday as the drawing of lots the night before extended to a \"Concierto sa Palacio\" that marked a weekend of celebration for the country's solo hosting of the FIVB Men's Volleyball World Championship next year.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

THERE'S NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN

There’s a new Alpha sniper in town and at the rate he’s going, San Miguel Beer’s Marcio Lassiter’s hold of this slice of PBA “his-three” may be untouchable for years.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Highlands Ladies Cup all set

The highly anticipated Highlands Ladies Cup is set to return for its 16th edition on Oct.5, delivering an exciting mix of fun and competitive play at the renowned Midlands and Lucky 9 courses of Tagaytay Midlands Golf Club.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Holt, Quinto to be feted in PBAPC Awards

Stephen Holt and Kier John \"Bong\" Quinto get a share of center stage in the PBA Press Corps Awards Night for the first time as they will be bestowed with separate honors during the 30th edition of the event next week at the Novotel Manila Araneta City.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Ramos eyes follow-up on breakthrough win

Three months after his breakthrough victory at the Lakewood Championship, Sean Ramos is feeling confident and ready to make waves at the ICTSI Forest Hills Classic.

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September 17, 2024
The Philippine Star

Lions take on Generals

Defending champion San Beda seeks to stay close to solo leader St. Benilde as it clashes with unpredictable Emilio Aguinaldo College today in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

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September 17, 2024