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FDA sounds alarm over illicit sale of squishy toys
Oct 30, 2026

FDA sounds alarm over illicit sale of squishy toys

In August, the United States’ Consumer Product Safety Commission also warned consumers about fake squishy toys that could be choking hazards due to their materials. The CPSC explained that some squish...

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Moody’s cuts Philippine 2026 growth forecast to 3.3 percent
Oct 30, 2026

Moody’s cuts Philippine 2026 growth forecast to 3.3 percent

Moody’s Ratings has further trimmed its Philippine growth forecast for 2026 to 3.3 percent from 3.6 percent previously as elevated energy prices and weak investment continue to weigh on economic activ...

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PH pushes wider social security coverage for freelancers
Oct 30, 2026

PH pushes wider social security coverage for freelancers

MANILA, Philippines — The Social Security System (SSS) is partnering with the Department of Information and Communications Technology to expand social security coverage for an estimated 1.5 million fr...

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From Stars to Bib Gourmand: How the Michelin Guide Judges Food
Oct 30, 2026

From Stars to Bib Gourmand: How the Michelin Guide Judges Food

MANILA, Philippines — Makati-based fine-dining restaurant FLOW received a Michelin Star on October 29, joining the growing list of Michelin-starred restaurants in the Philippines. The Filipino-Peruvia...

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Moody’s: Strong BSP oversight shields PH banks from risks
Oct 30, 2026

Moody’s: Strong BSP oversight shields PH banks from risks

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine banks remain healthy and well-capitalized despite mounting economic challenges, supported by strong regulatory oversight from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Mo...

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Telco eyes connectivity integration in property development masterplans
Oct 30, 2026

Telco eyes connectivity integration in property development masterplans

One of the country’s major telecommunications firms is pushing for the early integration of telecommunications infrastructure in residential, commercial. and mixed-use developments....

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Capital recycling prompts Asian developers to prioritize focus over size
Oct 30, 2026

Capital recycling prompts Asian developers to prioritize focus over size

Major property developers across Asia continue to recycle capital by selling or monetizing mature assets to finance new investments and expand recurring-income businesses....

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Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record heist blamed on North Korea
Oct 30, 2026

Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record heist blamed on North Korea

SINGAPORE/TOKYO/PARIS - Hackers stole $6.3 billion from Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, in a theft that analysts blamed on North Korea and said could be the largest financial hei...

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Michelin Guide: Why Your Favorite Restaurant May Not Have a Star
Oct 30, 2026

Michelin Guide: Why Your Favorite Restaurant May Not Have a Star

MANILA, Philippines — The Michelin Guide announced FLOW as the latest addition to the Philippines’ Michelin-starred restaurants on October 29. Located along Chino Roces Avenue in Makati, the fine-dini...

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Your ‘deserve ko ’to’ fund: How to spend without the guilt
Oct 30, 2026

Your ‘deserve ko ’to’ fund: How to spend without the guilt

Learn how to build a guilt-free 'deserve ko 'to' fund, track where it goes and earn credit card rewards points on treats you've already budgeted for....

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