Day: June 15, 2024
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Olivarez and Arcilla Set for Showdown in Mayor Eric Olivarez National Open Tennis Championships
PARAÑAQUE — Eric Jed Olivarez is poised to contend for the men’s singles title against Johnny Arcilla at the Mayor Eric Olivarez National Open Tennis Championships on Sunday, with both players aiming to dominate on the indoor clay courts of the Olivar…
Millions of Muslims Embark on Annual Hajj Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia
MECCA — Over two million Muslims from around the globe commenced their annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia on Friday. The pilgrims began their journey at the Grand Mosque and are set to reach Mina, a key site in the Hajj rituals located northeast o…
Bomb Threat Emails Sent to Over 100 South Korean Public Institutions Prompt Police Investigation
SEOUL — South Korean authorities are investigating after more than 100 public institutions received bomb threat emails on Friday. Despite extensive searches, no explosives were found, and officials currently suspect the threats were a hoax.
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DOLE Outlines Payment Regulations for Eid’l Adha Holiday
MANILA—The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued specific payment guidelines for private sector employees concerning the upcoming Eid’l Adha holiday on June 17, which is designated as a regular holiday across the Philippines.
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Citadines Bacolod City Opens, Boosting Local MICE Industry and Tourism
BACOLOD CITY — The city’s position as a premier destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) has been significantly enhanced with the opening of Citadines Bacolod City, the largest hotel in the area, on Friday night.
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Boracay to Enhance Muslim-Friendly Offerings with Private Coves and Halal Services
BORACAY—In a move to attract more Muslim visitors, Boracay is set to introduce enhanced Muslim-friendly facilities and services, including the establishment of private coves, as announced by the Department of Tourism (DOT).
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ByteDance Plans Job Cuts in Indonesia Amid Restructuring and Merger
JAKARTA—ByteDance, the Chinese technology company, is considering a reduction of its workforce in Indonesia, with plans to lay off approximately 450 employees following its merger with local e-commerce giant Tokopedia.
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Mayor Guo of Bamban Targeted for Non-Bailable Cases Over POGO Involvement
QUEZON CITY—Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo is set to face a series of non-bailable charges related to her alleged involvement with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), as announced by the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC).
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House Committee Chair Proposes Privatization of PAGCOR Casinos, Establishment of New Regulatory Body
MANILA — The chairperson of the House Committee on Government Reorganization has put forward a significant proposal to dismantle the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) and privatize its casinos, which are currently operated by the state. T…
Dave Ildefonso Joins Strong Group-Pilipinas for the 43rd William Jones Cup in Taipei
TAIPEI — Dave Ildefonso has been announced as the final addition to the Strong Group-Pilipinas team, completing the lineup for the upcoming 43rd William Jones Cup, which will take place in Taipei, Taiwan from July 13 to 21.
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Child Nutrition Initiative Launched in Guimaras to Support Expectant Mothers
GUIMARAS — A coalition of nongovernment organizations recently inaugurated the Guimaras Children’s First 1000 Days Coalition (CFDC) Experiment, aimed at improving child nutrition. The program commenced with supporting 34 expectant mothers from San Lor…
Rescue Operation Brings 21 Filipino Seafarers to Safety; One Still Missing
MANAMA—Twenty-one Filipino seafarers aboard the Houthi-attacked MV Tutor are set to arrive at the Port of Manama, Bahrain, at 5:30 p.m. Bahrain time on Saturday, transported by a US Navy ship, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has announced.
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