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”
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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”
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”
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”
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’”
Boracay reopens to tourists as quarantine curbs eased
ILOILO CITY—After more than five weeks, Boracay Island has reopened its doors to tourists again after quarantine restrictions were relaxed. In an advisory, the Aklan provincial government… Read more “Boracay reopens to tourists as quarantine curbs eased”
Infamous Singapore anti-mask ‘MBS Lady’ jailed 16 weeks
Singapore — A Singaporean woman who gained notoriety for her persistent refusal to don face masks was finally sentenced today to 16 weeks in jail. Retired navy… Read more “Infamous Singapore anti-mask ‘MBS Lady’ jailed 16 weeks”
Go decries ‘bullying’ by colleagues over alleged overpricing anomalies; Gordon calls tirades diversion
Senator Bong Go on Tuesday cried foul over allegations linking him to the issues hounding the Department of Budget and Management Procurement Service s (DBM-PS) purchase of… Read more “Go decries ‘bullying’ by colleagues over alleged overpricing anomalies; Gordon calls tirades diversion”
New Zealand reports 1st death linked to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
New Zealand reported its first recorded death linked to US drugmaker Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, the health ministry said on Monday, August 30, after a woman suffered a… Read more “New Zealand reports 1st death linked to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine”
NCIP: Whang-Od did not give consent to teach in Nas Academy tattoo masterclass
The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) concluded in its investigation that Filipino traditional tattooist Apo Whang-Od was not aware that she would teach in a Nas… Read more “NCIP: Whang-Od did not give consent to teach in Nas Academy tattoo masterclass”
Okinawa finds contaminants in Moderna COVID-19 vaccines – NHK
These vaccines are from different Moderna lots already suspended by Japan due to reports of contamination Contaminants were found in Moderna Inc’s COVID-19 vaccines at a large-scale… Read more “Okinawa finds contaminants in Moderna COVID-19 vaccines – NHK”
Hong Kong tightens vaccine boarding rules for travellers from high-risk countries
Meanwhile, travellers from mid-to low-risk countries and Taiwan, will face no boarding problems if they can show valid immunisation records, regardless of the origin of the jab.… Read more “Hong Kong tightens vaccine boarding rules for travellers from high-risk countries”
What China’s cybersecurity crackdown means for HK’s stock market?
It is expected to drive companies to list in Hong Kong, if it means they can be exempted from the review says Robert Chan, Chairman of Chan… Read more “What China’s cybersecurity crackdown means for HK’s stock market?”
Angelina Jolie shares voices of Afghans as she opens Instagram account
US actress Angelina Jolie, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) special envoy, gives a statement in Goudebou, a camp that welcomes more than 11,000 Malian refugees… Read more “Angelina Jolie shares voices of Afghans as she opens Instagram account”
No flights leaving Kabul as desperate people crowd tarmac, Germany says
No evacuation flights are leaving Kabul airport at the moment because desperate people trying to flee the country are blocking the tarmac, a spokesperson for the German… Read more “No flights leaving Kabul as desperate people crowd tarmac, Germany says”
Nas Daily’s follower losses continue at 695,442 but is slowing down
Road to 700,000 in losses? Not quite as the controversial page looks to recover Nas Daily’s Facebook page took a hit in terms of follower count after… Read more “Nas Daily’s follower losses continue at 695,442 but is slowing down”
Afghan President Ghani flees country as Taliban enters Kabul
Taliban fighters enter Kabul after President Ashraf Ghani leaves Afghanistan, saying he wanted to avoid bloodshed. Taliban fighters entered Kabul and President Ashraf Ghani left Afghanistan saying… Read more “Afghan President Ghani flees country as Taliban enters Kabul”
LIST: Countries banning travelers from the Philippines
Some countries explicitly ban Philippine travelers from entry, while others have generally closed borders Looking to travel soon? You might need to check if your destination country… Read more “LIST: Countries banning travelers from the Philippines”
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