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Philippine tourism seeks quality over quantity, targets high-value travelers
MANILA—The Philippines is focusing on enhancing the quality of tourist experiences, particularly high-quality food and beverage (F&B) offerings, to boost tourism revenue, according to an Oxford Economics study launched on Thursday. The report...
Owner: Romualdez Family
Hyundai Trucks & Buses spreads holiday cheer with ‘Pasok sa Pasko’ promo
Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai Trucks & Buses in the Philippines, rings in the holiday season with its “Pasok sa Pasko” Promo, an exclusive yearend offering designed to reward the hard work and...
Owner: Anthony Salim
Viva Italia! Future Hospitality Summit World showcases Italy’s new golden age of tourism
The Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World is unveiling a wealth of investment opportunities in Italy’s hospitality sector, with an exclusive pavilion showcasing the country’s new golden age of tourism. The Italy Pavilion, on show at FHS World,...
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Faith Flourishes In the Philippines
by Father Michael Panicali St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta famously asked, “How can there be too many children? It is like saying, ‘There are too many flowers.’ ” The first stop I made after arriving in the Philippines in late August for a 10-day...
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Radio broadcaster shot while traveling in Albay dies while undergoing treatment
MANILA, Philippines — The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) condoled with the family, friends, and colleagues of a broadcast journalist who passed away on Tuesday, a day after he was shot in Albay. Noel Bellen Samar died while...
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NBA players union to challenge decision to put Rozier on leave sans pay
Alder Almo - Philstar.com October 31, 2025 | 2:12pm NEW JERSEY, United States – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) said it will formally challenge the NBA’s decision to withhold Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier’s $26.6-million salary...
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Author Angela Shupe Reflects on Her Mom’s Harrowing Journey from the Philippines to America During WWII (EXCLUSIVE)
Greetings, fellow bookworms! Here at Woman’s World, it’s no secret our staff is filled with book lovers. When we’re not reading books, we’re writing about books, talking about books or recommending books. But one of the best parts of our jobs is...
Owner: Anthony Melchiorre
Game Preview: Osceola travels to Rivercrest in key conference matchup
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Osceola Times - Arkansas
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Coaches: Rivercrest - Brett Hardin (5-2) at RHS; Osceola - Robert Hooks (48-14) at OHS. 2025 has been a year of surprises thus far for both Osceola and Rivercrest. For Osceola, the surprise has not been a pleasant one, as the Seminoles, picked to...
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DOT, IBP team up for free legal aid to tourism businesses
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) have launched a partnership to provide free legal aid to DOT-accredited tourism enterprises nationwide and to introduce a privilege card offering discounts to lawyers...
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Stacked lineup: New Asian Tour event 'like a major' for Filipino golfers
Veteran Angelo Que said Wednesday that the high quality of the field for this week's Asian Tour event made it "like a major" for him and his fellow Filipino golfers. Former Masters champions Patrick Reed, Dustin Johnson and Charl Schwartzel, plus...
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Holiday memories help shape our snacking choices: Mondelez report
As the holiday season approaches, cherished traditions and heartwarming childhood memories deeply influence our snacking choices, according to the sixth annual State of Snacking report by Mondelez International. Developed in partnership with the...
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Invasive Asian seaweed: An unwanted traveler on international ships
At the fish stall in the village of Aspra, near the Sicilian capital of Palermo, the day's catch is garnished in green. But far from being an ingredient to be cooked up as a side dish, it is the worst enemy of local fishermen. Known as...
Owner: German Government
New Asian Tour event 'like a major' for Filipino golfers
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Yahoo News - United Kingdom
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Veteran Angelo Que said Wednesday that the high quality of the field for this week's Asian Tour event made it "like a major" for him and his fellow Filipino golfers. Former Masters champions Patrick Reed, Dustin Johnson and Charl Schwartzel, plus...
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Lanson Place Joins Global Hotel Alliance, Expanding Privileges for Discerning Travellers
SINGAPORE – As it marks its 30th anniversary, Lanson Place, the Hong Kong-based hospitality brand known for refined elegance and residential-style sanctuaries, has joined Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent...
Owner: Henri Roelings
Philippines Downgrades Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake In Southern Manila To 6
Manila: The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology downgraded the magnitude of an offshore earthquake that struck Surigao del Norte province in the southern Philippines on October 13 to magnitude 6 from 6.2. In an updated seismic...
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MacArthur Returns to the Philippines: Remembering October 20, 1944
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The American Spectator - Virginia
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It is one of the most iconic photos of the Second World War: General Douglas MacArthur wades through knee-deep waters on the approach to “Red Beach” located north of Palo near Tacloban on Leyte Island in the Philippines. His face is stern,...
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From trash to treasure: Local hotels embrace upcycling, conservation
MANILA, Philippines — Hotels are among the busiest establishments during the holidays, and it’s no secret that it takes logistics and careful planning to give Filipino families the time of their lives in a home away from home. But with the country...
Owner: Maria A. Ressa & Glenda M. Gloria
As Philippines lags peers, government bets on China eVisa restart
Philstar.com October 22, 2025 | 7:00am MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is counting on the resumption of a eVisa program for Chinese tourists in November to help close a widening gap in tourist arrivals, as neighbouring Southeast Asian...
Owner: Manuel V. Pangilinan
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, The Philippines, Singapore & Thailand : Oct 22, 2025
INDONESIA 1.GOVT CUTS DOMESTIC AIRFARES BY UP TO 14 PCT FOR HOLIDAYS -- JAKARTA GLOBE The Transportation Ministry has announced a 13 to 14 per cent cut in domestic airfares for the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year travel period, following...
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UK city named in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2026 destinations - and it's not London
Experiences • Azores, Portugal, go whale-watching • Batanes, Philippines, see the sights by bike • Belgrade, Serbia, experience the legendary nightlife scene • Bolivia, watch a Flying Cholitas match • Bristol, England, deep-dive into street art •...
Owner: Jonathan Harmsworth