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Philippine protests China’s travel warning
Philstar
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July 20, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has protested China’s “inaccurate” travel advice, which warned its students about an alleged surge in crimes targeting Chinese nationals in the Philippines. The DFA said the travel...
Tourism has immense potential, but challenges persist: TOAB President
The Financial Express Bangladesh
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Despite Bangladesh's immense potential as a tourism destination, the sector continues to face significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, a shortage of skilled human resources, weak policy implementation, and concerns over safety...
Filipinos cheer Pacquiao comeback, draw and all
The Manila Times
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July 20, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The crowd inside the Manila college gym on Sunday roared with every flurry that Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao landed in Las Vegas, then groaned collectively when a draw was announced at the end of 12 hard-fought rounds. An...
Lessons from the year’s inspiring Filipino MSMEs
Philstar
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July 20, 2025
Every year, Go Negosyo names the year’s Most Inspiring MSMEs. They are chosen from hundreds across the Philippines, not only for the success of their enterprises, but also for their stories and their contributions to their communities. They have...
Taiwan eyes sea patrols with Philippines amid China’s gray-zone tactics
Business World
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July 20, 2025
By Cathy Rose A. Garcia, Editor-in-Chief and Adrian H. Halili, Reporter TAIPEI — The Taiwanese government is seeking to strengthen cooperation with the Philippines including on maritime patrols amid China’s increasing use of gray-zone tactics in...
Beijing Issues Safety Warning for Students in Philippines
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Beijing issued a stern warning on Friday advising Chinese students to be vigilant about their personal safety when considering travel to the Philippines, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate. In a public statement...
The beautiful island 'better than Thailand' with no tourist crowds and 65p beer
Daily Express
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July 20, 2025
Asia has certainly become a tourism hotspot over recent years, with Thailand being one of the most popular destinations. Last year, the beautiful country known for its golden sandy beaches saw over 35 million people visit, a big increase of seven...
Dubai: Some Filipino Workers Frustrated By Limited Online Contract Verification Slots
MENAFN
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on July 7 launched a new online system that allows Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to submit and verify their documents remotely - without having to visit the Migrant Workers Office...
Typhoon Wipha causes travel chaos as hundreds of flights canceled in Hong Kong
Malay Mail
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July 20, 2025
HONG KONG, July 20 — Hong Kong issued its third-highest tropical cyclone warning in the early hours of Sunday as Typhoon Wipha drew nearer, with authorities cancelling classes and grounding hundreds of flights. Wipha was located around 280...
Philippines: Eight Dead, Two Injured In A Three-Vehicle Crash
MENAFN
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Manila, July 19 (IANS) Eight people were killed and two injured in an accident on the northern Philippines' National Road in Barangay San Pedro-San Pablo, Isabela on Saturday.The acting spokesperson of Isabela, Captain Terrence...
Philippine hotel industry plans manpower roadmap to address labour shortages
TTG Asia
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July 18, 2025
The Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) is developing a manpower roadmap to identify the workforce needs of the expanding hospitality sector and address potential labour shortages caused by the migration of employees and graduates abroad....
Filipino Shyness: Is Filipino Modesty Holding Them Back?
Pressenza
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July 19, 2025
by George Banez “We need to first know our own food so intimately before we can fully present its diversity internationally,” declared Filipino French digital content creator Erwan Heussaff. The James Beard Foundation Media Award recipient for...
Almost 3,000 travelers have donated Sampaguita seedlings.
Out of Town Blog
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July 19, 2025
Megaworld Hotels & Resorts helps communities through the “Petals to Purpose” campaign What began as a symbolic act for Earth Hour has evolved into a meaningful advocacy effort, with guests of Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) nationwide donating...
Tropical storm Wipha threatens southern China after battering Taiwan, Philippines
ABC News - New York
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BEIJING -- A tropical storm that prompted flight and ferry cancellations in Taiwan is forecast to reach typhoon strength before hitting the southern China coast on Sunday. The storm earlier crossed the Philippines, where a parked truck was crushed...
Filipinos should pay more attention to reputation management
The Manila Times
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July 18, 2025
First word THE awful stories now circulating about 1) the Philippines being tagged in a tourism index as the “least safe country in the world”; and 2) the first lady, Liza Araneta-Marcos, being depicted on social and print media as involved in or...
Tropical storm Wipha threatens southern China after battering Taiwan and the Philippines
Associated Press
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July 19, 2025
BEIJING (AP) — A tropical storm that prompted flight and ferry cancellations in Taiwan is forecast to reach typhoon strength before hitting the southern China coast on Sunday. The storm earlier crossed the Philippines, where a parked truck was...
Traveler's constipation: Doctor gives tips for easier bathroom breaks
Philstar
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July 18, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Difficulty going to the toilet while on vacation isn't unusual, according to one gastroenterologist, who calls the phenomenon "traveler's constipation." Frederick D. Leelin, MD from Makati Medical Center shared that...
Long Beach will join ACLU’s lawsuit against recent ICE raids
Signal Tribune - California
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July 18, 2025
Long Beach is joining the American Civil Liberties Union’s (ACLU) lawsuit against the month-long immigration raids that have terrorized Southern California, the City announced at a press conference Friday afternoon. The lawsuit filed on July 1 was...
Long Beach launches emergency fund for immigrant community
Signal Tribune - California
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July 18, 2025
Long Beach has launched an emergency Neighbors Supporting Neighbors fund for the immigrant community, the City announced Friday afternoon. City leaders and community organizers gathered in front of City Hall Friday to announce Long Beach’s joining...
Nigerian bishop gets ‘Icons Of Change’ award in the Philippines
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 19, 2025
A Nigerian-born Bishop, Tony Marioghae, was recently honoured with the Icons of Change award at a colourful ceremony held at the Southville International School and Colleges, Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, Philippines. As a conference speaker,...