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No profanities, but Rody loses cool at quad comm

The 11th hearing of the quad committee of the House of Representatives showed a different side of former president Rodrigo Duterte, who refrained from uttering profanities for the entirety of the proceedings lasting nine hours.

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November 14, 2024
Robinsons Appliances opens in Ayala Malls Vermosa
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Robinsons Appliances opens in Ayala Malls Vermosa

Robinsons Appliances, a trusted name in appliances and gadgets shopping, celebrated the grand opening of one of its biggest branches at Ayala Malls Vermosa.

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November 13, 2024
BBM: Phi-US ties won't change under Trump
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BBM: Phi-US ties won't change under Trump

President Marcos is optimistic of the unshakeable alliance between the Philippines and the US under the administration of president-elect Donald Trump.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Kremlin denies Trump call, says West not ready for talks

MOSCOW (AFP) - Russia on Monday denied a reported call between President Vladimir Putin and US president-elect Donald Trump on the Ukraine conflict and said it saw no signs the West was ready for talks.

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November 13, 2024
Discovery Resorts: The new face of Filipino luxury hospitality
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Discovery Resorts: The new face of Filipino luxury hospitality

Discovery Hospitality Corporation (DHC), a homegrown leader in Filipino luxury hospitality, has launched its reimagined brand-Discovery Resorts-marking a new era in its pursuit of providing an elevated guest experience rooted in Filipino warmth and world-class service.

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November 13, 2024
20 years of building the good life: Henry Sy, Jr. and SMDC's journey
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20 years of building the good life: Henry Sy, Jr. and SMDC's journey

\"TRUE HOMEOWNERSHIP INVOLVES CREATING VIBRANT COMMUNITIES WHERE PEOPLE CAN FEEL SECURE, MAKE MEMORIES, AND TRULY BELONG.\" - Henry Sy, Jr.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Trump taps Waltz, China hawk, as nat'l security adviser

President-elect Donald Trump has asked US Rep. Michael Waltz, a retired Army National Guard officer and war veteran, to be his national security adviser, a person familiar with the matter said on Monday.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Robinsons Appliances opens in Ayala Malls Vermosa

Robinsons Appliances, a trusted name in appliances and gadgets shopping, celebrated the grand opening of one of its biggest branches at Ayala Malls Vermosa.

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November 13, 2024
Oh, what wonders await you at Rockwell!
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Oh, what wonders await you at Rockwell!

The holiday season kicks off with Rockwell transforming into a dazzling wonderland, brimming with festive cheer and delightful surprises at every corner.

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November 13, 2024
Embracing wellness as a way of life in the city
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Embracing wellness as a way of life in the city

When one lives in the city, wellness cannot remain merely a goal—it must become a way of life.

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November 13, 2024
METRO MANILA OFFICE VACANCY RATES TO REMAIN ELEVATED
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METRO MANILA OFFICE VACANCY RATES TO REMAIN ELEVATED

Vacancy rates in the Metro Manila office market are expected to remain elevated in the medium term, driven by the total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and the implementation of the CREATE MORE Bill, according to a commercial real estate services firm.

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November 13, 2024
BINI is first Filipino group to win Best Asia Act at 2024 MTV EMAs
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BINI is first Filipino group to win Best Asia Act at 2024 MTV EMAs

\"Nation's Girl Group\" BINI marked another milestone by becoming the first-ever Filipino recipient of the Best Asia Act award at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).

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November 13, 2024
WHY 'BALOTA' IS A CAREER WAKE-UP CALL FOR MARIAN RIVERA
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WHY 'BALOTA' IS A CAREER WAKE-UP CALL FOR MARIAN RIVERA

MARIAN RIVERA, ALONG WITH THE REST OF THE \"BALOTA\" CAST AND production team, recently held a victory party for the successful theatrical release of the film co-produced by GMA Entertainment Group and GMA Pictures.

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November 13, 2024
Megan Fox is expecting a baby with Machine Gun Kelly
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Megan Fox is expecting a baby with Machine Gun Kelly

Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are expecting to grow their family. Fox announced her pregnancy in a social media post Monday.

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November 13, 2024
Tom Rodriguez happily reveals he's now a father
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Tom Rodriguez happily reveals he's now a father

Tom Rodriguez has revealed that he's officially a father of a \"beautiful baby boy.\"

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November 13, 2024
PIOLO PASCUAL SHARES FATHERHOOD LESSONS FROM 'PAMILYA SAGRADO'
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PIOLO PASCUAL SHARES FATHERHOOD LESSONS FROM 'PAMILYA SAGRADO'

Essaying the role of President Rafael in the ABS-CBN's family drama \"Pamilya Sagrado\" has posed some challenges for Piolo Pascual but he nevertheless gleaned some valuable lessons from his character and the series.

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November 13, 2024
SKECHERS CROWNS PIA WURTZBACH AS BRAND AMBASSADOR
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SKECHERS CROWNS PIA WURTZBACH AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

The Company has chosen the beauty queen to promote Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® and the brand's winning comfort technologies

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November 13, 2024
TRENDS ARE FUN. BUT CLASSICS LIVE LONG IN YOUR CLOSET. SAYS LIZ UY
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TRENDS ARE FUN. BUT CLASSICS LIVE LONG IN YOUR CLOSET. SAYS LIZ UY

In a busy life with many priorities vying for our attention—deadlines, getting meals on the table, staying fit—what we wear may not be at the top of the list. But if there is anything that will automatically lift our mood, it's feeling good about the way we look.

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November 13, 2024
WATSONS SPURS GROWTH AS IT LAUNCHES 8,000TH STORE IN ASIA AT SM MALL OF ASIA ATRIUM
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WATSONS SPURS GROWTH AS IT LAUNCHES 8,000TH STORE IN ASIA AT SM MALL OF ASIA ATRIUM

Watsons has more than 8,000 reasons to celebrate – and make us smile – as it opens the door to its 8,000th store in Asia at SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Atrium.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Banks' earnings up 6.4% to P290 B in 9 months

Earnings of Philippine banks rose by 6.4 percent to P290 billion from January to September compared to last year's P273 billion, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

BOC collects P90 B in October

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) saw its collections rise to P90 billion in October as it ramped up proper tax verification on various imported goods.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

BSP finalizing framework for clearing switch operations

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is finalizing a regulatory framework to ensure the efficiency of clearing switch operations within the national payment system, particularly the automated clearing houses under the National Retail Payment System.

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November 13, 2024
HOW LEXUS EMPOWERED THIS NON-ADVENTURER
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HOW LEXUS EMPOWERED THIS NON-ADVENTURER

Queenstown, New Zealand—As my column title implies, I'm not really an adventurer. I'm a car guy who'd be happy lapping a racetrack over and over in a fast car. Roughing it out in the great outdoors? Hmm, maybe I'll drive there but I'll stay inside my air-conditioned leather-lined cocoon, thank you very much.

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November 13, 2024
Porsche PH amplifies its electrified lineup with E-Hybrid plug-in models
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Porsche PH amplifies its electrified lineup with E-Hybrid plug-in models

Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Cayenne E-Hybrid lead PHEV strategy

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November 13, 2024
Nissan GT-R: The last dance
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Nissan GT-R: The last dance

It's been nearly two decades since the R35 generation of the Nissan GT-R was unleashed upon the world—a long reign for any car, but especially for a beast so unapologetically designed for speed and ferocity.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

URC nets P8.02 B in 9 months

Lower profits in its sugar and renewables business weighed down the performance of Gokongwei-led food and beverage firm Universal Robina Corp. (URC) in the nine months ending September.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phl eyeing natural gas tie-up with Norway

The Philippines is pursuing a partnership with Norway to unlock the potential of natural gas in sectors beyond power generation, including logistics and aviation.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Maya Bank issues 50,000 credit cards in 3 months

Digital lender Maya Bank, in partnership with Landers Superstore, has issued over 50,000 credit cards in just three months, making it one of the fastest growing credit cards in the country.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

Lucio Co gobbles up beer importer Booze

The Keepers Holdings Inc. of tycoon Lucio Co is gobbling up a local beer importer, further boosting the company's extensive portfolio.

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November 13, 2024
The Philippine Star

DTI's probe on cement imports to bolster local industry

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)'s probe into the rising influx of imported cement is seen as essential for strengthening the struggling local cement industry that has faced increasing competition from imports.

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November 13, 2024