ILOILO CITY, Philippines — For some visitors, it’s the food that draws them to this city. For others, it’s the vibrant spirit that is being showcased in… Read more “Iloilo City seen as Philippines top tourist destination”
Covid-19: Hong Kong’s 21-day quarantine for travellers not necessary, says expert
Dr. Robert Chan, PhD of Chan Tayag Southeast Equities says the policy only makes sense if the aim is to deter arrivals and departures. Hong Kong’s strict… Read more “Covid-19: Hong Kong’s 21-day quarantine for travellers not necessary, says expert”
Why incorporating in Hong Kong is a brilliant business decision
Hong Kong — Expanding your business in Asia and beyond? We’ve listed some of the major benefits of setting up a Hong Kong company. Tax is simple… Read more “Why incorporating in Hong Kong is a brilliant business decision”
Hong Kong to remain attractive to Mergers & Acquisitions
The US-China tensions made HK particularly attractive to Chinese companies, report says. Hong Kong followed suit with the global trend in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in… Read more “Hong Kong to remain attractive to Mergers & Acquisitions”
After a year of Hong Kong’s national security law, here’s how China has consolidated control
This report, originally published in May 2020, has been updated. “The end of Hong Kong that the world knew before.” That’s how Filipino-Chinese Hong Kong based businessman… Read more “After a year of Hong Kong’s national security law, here’s how China has consolidated control”
Asian markets rise as positive mood flows across trading floors
HONG KONG, China — Asian investors started August in the same way they ended July, with gains across markets that followed Wall Street’s lead, fuelled by a general… Read more “Asian markets rise as positive mood flows across trading floors”
Myanmar’s Aung Suu Kyi Pardoned By Military Junta: Report
Yangon — Myanmar civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who has been in detention since she was ousted in a 2021 military coup, has been pardoned in… Read more “Myanmar’s Aung Suu Kyi Pardoned By Military Junta: Report”
Singapore executes first woman convict in nearly 20 years
Singapore on Friday, July 28 hung a 45-year-old citizen for drug trafficking, the city-state’s first execution of a woman in nearly 20 years, officials said. The execution… Read more “Singapore executes first woman convict in nearly 20 years”
‘Egay’ leaves 14 dead as infra damages balloon to over P1.2 billion — NDRRMC
MANILA, Philippines — More casualties have been recorded by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council due to the past Super Typhoon Egay and habagat, while… Read more “‘Egay’ leaves 14 dead as infra damages balloon to over P1.2 billion — NDRRMC”
DMW: Issuance of Overseas Employment Certification now free
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Extreme heat straining health systems — WHO
GENEVA, Switzerland — The extreme heat in the northern hemisphere is putting an increasing strain on healthcare systems, hitting those least able to cope the hardest, the… Read more “Extreme heat straining health systems — WHO”
CT Grafix and Advertising Corp partner with Social Media Influencers to boost services
Manila – CT Grafix and Advertising Corp (CT) earned praises from media industry on Saturday for a successful partnership agreement with social media influencers to provide spectacular… Read more “CT Grafix and Advertising Corp partner with Social Media Influencers to boost services”
SC junks Maguindanao execs’ appeal in graft, malversation raps
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) has dismissed the appeal filed by former Maguindanao governor Datu Sajid Islam U. Ampatuan and former provincial budget officer Datuali Kanakan Abpi,… Read more “SC junks Maguindanao execs’ appeal in graft, malversation raps”
Suzuki PH launches new S-Presso Special Edition priced at P568k
The hatchback gets new wheels to go along with other aesthetic upgrades Suzuki Philippines (SPH) is giving one of its best-selling models, the S-Presso, some changes for… Read more “Suzuki PH launches new S-Presso Special Edition priced at P568k”
Drivers now required to take driver’s education upon license renewal – LTO
MANILA, Philippines — All drivers seeking to renew their license will now be required to acquire a certification from the Comprehensive Driver’s Education (CDE) starting Oct. 28,… Read more “Drivers now required to take driver’s education upon license renewal – LTO”
Lucio Tan prepares $250-M loan to cash-strapped PAL
MANILA, Philippines — Taipan Lucio Tan is pulling out all the stops to save his loss-making Philippines Airlines Inc. (PAL) as he prepares to lend money to… Read more “Lucio Tan prepares $250-M loan to cash-strapped PAL”
Toyota will be revealing the production version of the Aygo X next month
A few months ago, Toyota showed us the Aygo X Prologue concept, pictured here. “The aim of this project was to reimagine the A-segment,” said its design… Read more “Toyota will be revealing the production version of the Aygo X next month”
The Hyundai Casper is a stylish mini SUV that costs less than P600,000*
*The price in its home market of Korea Earlier this month, Hyundai caught our attention with the reveal of a brand-new mini SUV called the Casper. It’s… Read more “The Hyundai Casper is a stylish mini SUV that costs less than P600,000*”
I’m a Celebrity: Crew member’s Covid case triggers lockdown
The reality TV programme I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! is facing criticism after a crew member contracted Covid-19, sending thousands of Australians into lockdown.… Read more “I’m a Celebrity: Crew member’s Covid case triggers lockdown”
Hong Kong activist Figo Chan faces fresh unauthorised assembly charges over Sept 2019 demo
Chan has been serving two concurrent sentences over offences related to unauthorised protests in October 2019. Former Hong Kong protest coalition leader Figo Chan has been charged… Read more “Hong Kong activist Figo Chan faces fresh unauthorised assembly charges over Sept 2019 demo”
Roque draws fiery rebuke from lady doc over outburst
Several health workers on Friday lashed back at presidential spokesperson Harry Roque for castigating a group of doctors who warned that relaxing lockdowns could lead to a… Read more “Roque draws fiery rebuke from lady doc over outburst”
Tax expert: Increase in assets of Pharmally ‘not normal’
A tax expert raised questions on the financial records of Pharmally Pharmaceutical Corporation, the firm implicated in the alleged anomalous purchases of medical supplies for the government’s… Read more “Tax expert: Increase in assets of Pharmally ‘not normal’”