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AirAsia Begins Direct Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Türkiye

MANILA — AirAsia X (AAX) has officially launched direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Türkiye, opening exciting new travel opportunities for Filipinos eager to explore Istanbul. The first flight took off on November 14, marking a significant step in AirAsia X’s expansion of its long-haul network. The move reflects the airline’s commitment to making global […]
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Bangko Sentral Updates: PHP vs Top 15 Currencies – November 21, 2025

Bangko Sentral Updates: PHP vs Top 15 Currencies – November 21, 2025

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Philippine peso remains relatively steady against the world’s major currencies as of November 21, 2025, according to the latest bulletin from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Traders, investors, and everyday Filipinos can now gauge how their peso stacks up against the top international currencies. Here’s a look at the Philippine […]
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COVID Inquiry Finds UK Delays Cost Thousands of Lives

LONDON, United Kingdom — A shocking UK public inquiry has revealed that nearly 23,000 lives in England could have been saved if the first COVID-19 lockdown had been introduced sooner. The second report from the independent inquiry into the UK’s pandemic response also painted a damning picture of government culture under former Prime Minister Boris […]
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20 Filipino Crew Arrested in Nigeria Drug Raid

LAGOS, Nigeria — Twenty Filipino sailors are now in custody after Nigeria’s drug enforcement agency intercepted a shipment of high-grade cocaine allegedly smuggled from Brazil to Lagos. According to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), officers discovered at least 20 kilograms of cocaine hidden deep beneath the cargo of a Panama-registered vessel on Sunday.The […]
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Mark Striegl, Lara Liwanag Share Surreal Moments With Pacquiao

For Mark “Mugen” Striegl and Lara Liwanag, standing beside Manny Pacquiao as teammates on Physical: Asia felt like stepping into a dream—one they never thought would come true. On Thursday’s episode of Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, the two athletes relived the moment Team Philippines was introduced onstage.Delegates from different countries stood tall, but everything […]
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Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Updates Currency Exchange Rates: November 20, 2025

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Updates Currency Exchange Rates: November 20, 2025

The Philippine peso (PHP) remains closely watched by traders, businesses, and ordinary Filipinos alike, as global economic developments continue to influence exchange rates. According to the latest Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Reference Exchange Rate Bulletin for November 20, 2025, here’s a snapshot of how the peso stands against the top 15 global currencies: 1. […]
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Japan’s Worst Fire in 50 Years Destroys 170 Buildings, 1 Dead

TOKYO — A massive fire tore through the southern coastal city of Oita on Wednesday, leaving at least one person dead and more than 170 buildings destroyed. Military and firefighting helicopters scrambled to battle what has become Japan’s largest urban blaze in nearly 50 years. Aerial footage showed homes reduced to rubble, thick smoke rising […]
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Oman to Grant Visa-Free Entry for Filipinos Starting 2026

Filipino travelers will soon have one more destination to explore with ease—because Oman is set to become visa-free for Filipinos by 2026.This exciting announcement came straight from the Oman Embassy. During Oman’s National Day celebration in Makati City on Wednesday, Oman’s Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Nasser Said Abdullah Al Manwari, shared the big news:Filipinos […]
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