Hedge funds do an about-face on the China trade, selling stocks in record numbers
October 11, 2024
Hedge funds posted the largest single-day net selling of Chinese securities on Tuesday, according to Goldman Sachs' prime brokerage data.
Exodus
October 11, 2024
Turkish passport holders await registration yesterday at a hotel in the BIEL area of Beirut’s waterfront, ahead of their evacuation from war-torn Lebanon on Turkish Navy ships at the Beirut port.
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Marcos challenges China’s Li
October 11, 2024
• Seeks early conclusion of Code of Conduct on SCS • Says ‘regrettable’ WPS remained ‘tense, unchanged’ • Urges ASEAN to fight illegal acts of external powers President Marcos challenged Chinese Premier Li Qiang over recent clashes in the West Philippi...
PBBM urges public-private partnership for digital economy
October 11, 2024
President Marcos called for more collaborations between public and private sectors in Southeast Asia to improve the region’s digital economy. In his intervention during the Leaders’ Meeting with representatives from the ASEAN Business Advisory Council,...
Zuckerberg’s metaverse is finally showing signs of life, but it’s not from VR
October 11, 2024
The company formerly known as Facebook appears to have found its footing in virtual and augmented reality through a different medium.
Ranking KOJC official confesses staging ‘sham marriages’ in US
October 11, 2024
A key administrator of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) confessed to California prosecutors her involvement in arranging fraudulent marriages to defraud the United States government. Marissa Duenas, the KOJC human resources manager in charge of opera...
Illegal POGOs still in operation despite gov’t crackdown — PAOCC
October 11, 2024
The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has set its sights on “around 58 to 200” illegal Philippine Overseas Gaming Operators (POGOs) who are still doing business in the country in defiance to President Marcos’ ban. “We are still recei...
Repatriated OFWs from Lebanon arriving this weekend—DMW
October 11, 2024
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed the arrival of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who signed up for repatriation from war-torn Lebanon this weekend. In a press conference held in Malacañang, DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said 192 ...
Pump prices to spike anew amid MidEast conflict
October 11, 2024
Local oil companies are expected to implement a substantial price increases next week to reflect the direction the world oil market taken amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. A top executive at Jetti Petroleum forecasts an oil price hike of P2....
Sokor author wins Nobel for Literature
October 11, 2024
Author Han Kang became on Thursday the first South Korean to win the Nobel Prize in Literature for work characterized by the correspondence between mental and physical torment as well as historical events. Han is best known for her book “The Vegetarian...
DA to launch ‘Rice for All’ program
October 11, 2024
The KADIWA ng Pangulo program is set to launch its Rice-for-All initiative this week, offering well-milled rice at a lower price of P43 per kilo. “The vision is to lower the price of this staple food under the Rice-for-All program to the most affordabl...
Makati, Quezon cities get fiscal management awards
October 11, 2024
Two of Metro Manila’s local government units received awards from the Department of Finance this week, highlighting their leadership in fiscal autonomy and good governance. Makati was ranked first among cities by the Department of Finance (DOF) for sus...
CNBC’s Inside India newsletter: Is China’s stock market rally behind Indian equity losses?
October 11, 2024
China's CSI 300 index has gained about 25% since the stimulus measures were announced, while India's Nifty 50 has fallen by more than 3.5%. Will that continue?
European markets close lower following hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data; GSK gains 3%
October 11, 2024
European markets slipped Thursday as investors digested higher than expected U.S. inflation data.
United plans flights to Greenland, Mongolia and northern Spain in search for next ‘it’ destination
October 10, 2024
United is expanding its summer 2025 travel schedule with off-the-beaten track destinations.
From day-one parental leave to zero-hours reform, UK workers to gain raft of rights in flagship Labour bill
October 10, 2024
Workers will be allowed to take bereavement leave from day one, while pregnant women and new mothers will gain stronger protections against dismissal.
Ethel Kennedy, widow of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 96
October 10, 2024
The Kennedy family announced the passing of Ethel Kennedy, the widow to Robert F. Kennedy, on Thursday.
Airbus monthly deliveries fall, piling pressure on annual target as production woes persist
October 10, 2024
"Reaching year end delivery guidance will be challenging, but not impossible," analysts at Deutsche Bank said.
Inflation rate hit 2.4% in September, topping expectations; jobless claims highest since August 2023
October 10, 2024
The consumer price index was expected to show a 0.1% increase in September and a 2.3% gain from a year ago, according to Dow Jones consensus estimates.
Microsoft announces new AI tools to help ease workload for doctors and nurses
October 10, 2024
Microsoft announced a series of new health-care data and AI tools for clinicians on Thursday.
Delta sales guidance disappoints, CEO says airline expects lower demand around the election
October 10, 2024
Delta Air Lines expects to grow earnings in the fourth quarter, thanks to resilient travel demand and strong bookings for year-end holidays.
Israeli airstrike kills 28 people sheltering in Gaza school
October 10, 2024
The strike, in which many more were wounded, occurred in the city of Deir Al-Balah where a million displaced people have taken shelter
Marcos reclamation chair is a POGO sublessor | The wRap
October 10, 2024
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FACT CHECK: UK’s HMS Prince of Wales in carrier strike exercise, not donated to PH
October 10, 2024
The United Kingdom Royal Navy ship HMS Prince of Wales is set to participate in Exercise Strike Warrior, a military exercise to be held from October 14 to 27
Ripple launches crypto storage services for banks in bid to diversify
October 10, 2024
Ripple said it is launching a slew of features aimed at helping banks and fintechs store digital tokens — as part of a broader push into crypto custody.
Tributes pour in for Ratan Tata from industry titans and politicians
October 10, 2024
Tata is credited with taking his business house global via several high-profile acquisitions including that of Jaguar-Land Rover in 2008.
38 undocumented foreign nationals arrested in Cebu resort
October 10, 2024
Police find computer sets, smartphones, and multiple routers at the resort, and suspect those were used in scamming operations
UAAP Men’s Football: Dov Cariño’s brace propels Ateneo past UP, to solo lead
October 10, 2024
DOV Cariño scored twice as Ateneo stunned defending champion University of the Philippines with a 2-0 victory, taking the lead in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament Thursday night at the UP Football Stadium. With this win, the Blue Eagles brought down another finalist from Season 86, thanks to Cariño’s impressive performance, boosting […]
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Out! Wimbledon calls time on line judges in favor of electronic system
October 10, 2024
While more players favor electronic line calling, the decision to use technology saddens traditionalists as it also puts an end to arguments over line calls that are part of Wimbledon folklore
Marcos calls for urgency from China, ASEAN in negotiating South China Sea code
October 10, 2024
'It is regrettable that the overall situation in the South China Sea remains tense and unchanged. We continue to be subjected to harassment and intimidation,' President Marcos tells ASEAN leaders
Hurricane Milton kills 4, destroys homes in Florida, but worst scenario avoided
October 10, 2024
(1st UPDATE) The Tampa Bay area appears to have escaped the deadly surge of seawater that had prompted the most dire warnings
Not out yet: Emotional Jeff Napa, NU Bulldogs out to avenge heartbreaks in second-round run
October 10, 2024
Emotionally battered by multiple crunch-time losses to start UAAP Season 87, Jeff Napa and the rest of the NU Bulldogs are out for revenge as the second round comes along
Jack Santiago illuminates UE’s path to redemption
October 10, 2024
Following the toughest off-season any team could have ever experienced, many counted out the University of the East’s chances for a deep run in the new UAAP season. It comes as no surprise that year after year, the Red Warriors have faced significant setbacks, dating back to Season 84 when reigning NCAA MVP Clint Escamis […]
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Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel literature prize
October 10, 2024
(1st UPDATE) South Korean author Han Kang is recognized 'for her intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life'
[INFOGRAPHIC] GCash para sa lahat: 20 years of transformative financial inclusion in the Philippines
October 10, 2024
Here's a look back on GCash's 20 years of transforming financial inclusion for Filipinos
UAAP Men’s Football: FEU rookies shine in rout of La Salle
October 10, 2024
Rookies Edgar Aban and Theo Libarnes played pivotal roles in Far Eastern University’s 2-0 victory over De La Salle in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament on Thursday at the UP Football Stadium. Substitute Aban scored a stunning one-touch goal in the 65th minute, extending the Tamaraws’ lead. This marked Aban’s fifth goal […]
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‘King of Clay’ Nadal to end stellar career after injury-hit spell
October 10, 2024
‘I leave with the absolute peace of mind of having given my best, of having made an effort in every way,’ says Rafael Nadal as the tennis superstar announces his retirement from pro tennis at the end of the season
Aris Dimaunahan calls on NU to have ‘a better mindset’ in second round
October 10, 2024
National University saw its seven-year reign in UAAP women’s basketball come to a heartbreaking end last season, as they suffered a come-from-behind loss to the University of Santo Tomas in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the Season 86 finals. With that bitter memory in mind, the Lady Bulldogs are eager to reclaim their throne, and […]
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