The Philippine Star - September 27, 2024

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September 27, 2024

Global Innovation Index: Phl rises to 53rd

The Philippines was among the fastest risers in a decade in the latest Global Innovation Index (GII) of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), moving up three places this year to 53rd out of 133 economies.

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AFP eyes buying more ships to protect WPS

Acquisition of more ships and other big-ticket items to improve patrolling in the West Philippine Sea is being eyed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines, as part of the Horizon 3 phase of the AFP modernization program.

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SolGen: Guo can still run, unless...

Detained Bamban mayor Alice Guo may still file a certificate of candidacy and run in next year's elections despite an earlier ombudsman order disqualifying her from holding a public post, Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra said yesterday.

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Marcos bares Alyansa 2025 senatorial slate

Familiar names, including two former rivals of President Marcos during the 2022 race, as well as veteran lawmakers and entertainment personalities, make up the senatorial slate of administration coalition Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas for next year's midterm elections.

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House forms panel amendments for budget

After passing the 2025 national budget on time, the House of Representatives on Wednesday formed a four-member team to discuss lawmakers' proposed budget amendments.

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KOJC camp confident Quiboloy will be declared innocent

The counsel of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy yesterday expressed confidence that the self-styled son of God will be declared innocent amid the NEGOSYO pending cases filed against him at the Pasig City and Quezon City regional trial courts.

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LPA seen east of Batanes - Pagasa

Alow-pressure area inside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) could form into a tropical cyclone in the next 48 hours, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

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DepEd eyes animation for basic education

The Department of Education (DepEd) is eyeing a partnership entailing the use of animation in the delivery of lessons under the basic education curriculum.

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Pasig, Carmona cities cited for urban health

Two cities in the Philippines were among those given recognition by the World Health Organization (WHO) for outstanding contributions to promoting urban health in Asia.

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First lady, 2 others inducted into Philconsa

First Lady Liza Marcos and two other prominent members of the legal profession have been inducted as members of the Philippine Constitution Association (PHILCONSA), a non-stock, non-partisan organization that seeks to defend and preserve the fundamental law of the land.

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DOT hails measure providing VAT refund for foreign tourists

Refunding the value-added tax (VAT) already charged to foreign tourists visiting the Philippines would help improve the country's economy especially those relying on tourism, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said.

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CCB to recognize gov't agencies for outstanding frontline service

The Contact Center ng Bayan (CCB) of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) is set to award 10 government agencies with excellent frontline service in the virtual CCB Partner Recognition Program today, September 27, 2024.

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BBM signs anti-agri economic sabotage law

Stiffer penalties await those who smuggle agricultural products as President Marcos yesterday signed into law a measure declaring the act as economic sabotage, a crime he described as a \"betrayal\" and a threat to the economy and national security.

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PNP recalls escorts of 2025 poll bets

The Philippine National Police will recall to Camp Crame security escorts of politicians who are running in the 2025 midterm elections, a PNP official announced yesterday.

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'Embo' residents can vote, run for Congress, if

Registered voters from the 10 enlisted men’s barrio or “embo” barangays, which are now part of Taguig, can cast their votes and can even run in the congressional race next year, the Commission on Elections said yesterday.

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Torre ready to hunt down Bantag, Roque

Following his appointment as di- rector of the police Criminal Investi- gation and Detection Group (CIDG), Brig. Gen. Nicolas Torre III said he would intensify manhunt operations against wanted people, including former government officials.

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Suspects in slay of QC b'gay safety officer held

Susnocts in slav of OC h’aav safety officer h hold gtnat left two peocluding a barangay officer, in Quezon Inesday.

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Sunken tanker Jason Bradley refloated

After two months of being stuck under water, the motor tanker Jason Bradley was finally refloated on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Philippine Coast Guard.

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Telco to use satellites for remote areas

Filipinos in remote areas may find themselves making calls and texts through a satellite as telecommunications giant Globe Telecom Inc.is close to integrating space-based equipment in its network.

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Marcos vows to continue key projects in Sulu

President Marcos has committed to continue implementing key projects in Sulu, which was recently excluded by the Supreme Court (SC) from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

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Pope begins Luxembourg- Belgium trip

A visibly tired Pope Francis arrived in Luxembourg yesterday, kicking off a four-day visit to the small nation and neighboring Belgium that follows a grueling Asia-Pacific trip.

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US, allies call for 21-day ceasefire

Across Israel-Lebanon border

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Trump wants Iran blown 'to smithereens' if...

Donald Trump said Wednesday Iran should be blown \"to smithereens\" if the Islamic Republic is involved in the harming of a US White House candidate or ex-president.

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Japan destroyer passes through Taiwan Strait

Japan's Self Defense Force sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday for the first time in a historic move that angered Beijing and marked the latest tussle between the neighbors accusing each other of escalating tensions in the region.

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'Fake heiress' eliminated from 'Dancing with the Stars'

Anna Sorokin, the convicted con artist who swindled banks, hotels and friends under the guise of being a \"heiress\" named Anna Delvey, has reached the end of her run on \"Dancing With the Stars.

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Living the Olympic dream

Take it from 10-time world pole vault champion and 1988 Seoul Olympic gold medalist Sergey Bubka of Ukraine.

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St. Benilde, Mapua eye turnaround

College of St.Benilde hopes to rebound from its excruciating defeat the last time out as it tangles with dangerous Lyceum of the Philippines University today in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

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Different look in PBA semis

PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said yesterday the new playo format in the ongoing Governors’ Cup will trigger more exciting games with matchups that could defy tradition.

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NU belles banner SSL collegiate cast

Back-to-back champion and reigning UAAP queen National U still looms as the heavy favorite even as all other squads vow a gallant challenge in the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship Season 3 starting today at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.

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Intense battles loom in JPGT Match Play

The upcoming ICTSI Junior PGT National Match Play Finals in the 10-12 age category promises a thrilling series of intense showdowns, with no clear favorite among the 16 competitors in both the boys' and girls' divisions.

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Phl riders vie in Langkawi

The Philippines returns to the Le Tour de Langkawi after more than two decades of absence with six of the country's grizzled road cyclists seeing action in the eight-stage Hors category event that starts Sunday on Langkawi Island in Malaysia.

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BOI approves P3.74-T RE projects via green lane

More than P3.7 trillion worth of investments for renewable energy (RE) projects have been endorsed for expedited processing of permits, according to the Board of Investments (BOI).

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DA plans to create P5-B buffer fund

The Department of Agriculture (DA) may start imple- menting a P5-billion buffer fund next year that will al- low it to stockpile basic commodities, such as rice and meat, and sell these at more affordable prices during extreme situations such as supply shortages and price manipulation in the market.

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Gov't to borrow P310 B from local market in Q4

The government will borrow P310 billion from the domestic debt market in the fourth quarter in anticipation of further monetary policy easing.

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Phl semicon industry to benefit from US-funded program

The Philippines is among the countries selected for a $13.8-million program funded by the United States to expand and develop the workforce, as well as improve the regulatory environment to support the growth of the semiconductor industry.

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Hotel 101 Global pushing through with planned US listing

Hotel101 Global Pte.Ltd., the Singapore-headquartered subsidiary of DoubleDragon Corp., is set to push through with its planned listing in the United States before the end of the year.

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Transition credits catalyst for decarbonization - ACEN

As the country shifts to cleaner power, transition credits can help accelerate the early retirement of coal-fired power plants, according to the Ayala Group's listed energy platform.

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Metro Pacific Health seals expansion in Agusan del Sur

Metro Pacific Health Corp. (MPH), the healthcare arm of conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp., has sealed its expansion in Agusan del Sur with the completion of its acquisition of San Francisco Doctors Hospital.

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Investors cheer possible Meralco franchise renewal

Strong investor confidence lifted the stocks of Manila Electric Co.(Meralco) after the House of Representatives passed on second reading the bill extending the company's franchise for another 25 years, according to analysts.

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Anti-money laundering, sustainable finance are banks' top concerns – BSP

Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and sustainable finance guidelines proved to be the most challenging areas for banks and financial institutions, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

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This time will be sweeter?

Sen.Imee Marcos was trying to sell the Masagana 99, a pet project of her father, the late dictator.

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NEDA pushes anew for approval of Konektadong Pinoy bill

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is pushing for the immediate approval of the bill that seeks to enable the delivery of reliable and affordable internet services for all Filipinos.

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US, Australia seek clarification on Phl's first border facility rules

The US and Australia will question at a World Trade Organization (WTO) committee if the forthcoming operationalization of the Philippines' first border will impede the flow of imported goods that have been inspected by competent authorities.

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Hokkaido (First of two parts)

My husband and I have always loved traveling to Japan because it is the safest, most efficient, environmentallyfriendly, cost-effective and delicious foodie country to visit.

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Gov't confiscates P35 B worth of fake goods

Counterfeit items confiscated by the government from January to September hit a record-high of P35.24 billion as agencies stepped up enforcement efforts.

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Bankers expect sustained earnings growth in next 2 years

Majority of Philippine banks continue to expect a double-digit growth in earnings over the next two years due to higher net interest margins supported by the elevated interest rate environment, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

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THE LION CITY ROARS TRIUMPHANTLY

Santa Rosa marks milestone year through public-private partnership

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Misamis port to undergo P733-M expansion

The secondary port to Cagayan de Oro will undergo a P733 million expansion that would gear it up for more capacity to support provincial demand two years from now.

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Gov't seeking up to $250 M for geothermal risk reduction

The government is securing multi-million dollar funding to bolster its geothermal de-risking strategy aimed at lowering the financial risk exposure for developers.

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CHED retains autonomous status for UPHSL

In a recent decision, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has reaffirmed the autonomous status of the University of Perpetual Help System-Laguna (UPHSL) and the UPH-Dr.Jose G. Tamayo Medical University, UPHSL's annex school, recognizing the institution's commitment to quality and excellence in education.

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