Economy
Super Typhoon Rosal threatens over 600K hectares of crops in Northern Luzon
Oct 21, 2026

Super Typhoon Rosal threatens over 600K hectares of crops in Northern Luzon

Over 600,000 hectares of standing crops may be affected by Super Typhoon Rosal as it moves over the northern portion of Luzon, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said on Wednesday....

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GSIS to offer P1.69B in emergency loans in Albay, Camarines Norte, Naga
Oct 21, 2026

GSIS to offer P1.69B in emergency loans in Albay, Camarines Norte, Naga

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has earmarked P1.69 billion for emergency loans for qualified members and pensioners in Albay, Camarines Norte, and Naga after the government declared a ...

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MediCard PH sees single-digit growth in claims costs per member in 2026
Oct 21, 2026

MediCard PH sees single-digit growth in claims costs per member in 2026

MediCard Philippines Inc. expects single-digit growth in claims costs per member this year, citing its focus on preventive healthcare and early screening to help members manage medical expenses, a top...

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Indonesia’s central bank keeps main rate unchanged but hikes deposit facility rate, to cut RRR
Oct 21, 2026

Indonesia’s central bank keeps main rate unchanged but hikes deposit facility rate, to cut RRR

Decision underscores central bank’s caution against tightening policy prematurely and stalling growth in South-east Asia’s largest economy...

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Cyberattack hits India’s largest bank, exposes customer records
Oct 21, 2026

Cyberattack hits India’s largest bank, exposes customer records

The leak highlights risks facing the sector as lenders expand digital services and handle increasing volumes of information...

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Thai PM Orders Nationwide Crackdown on Illegal Nominee Land Holdings
Oct 21, 2026

Thai PM Orders Nationwide Crackdown on Illegal Nominee Land Holdings

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has initiated a nationwide operation against illegal nominee landholdings, targeting 1,397 entities. He aims to enforce laws, investigate beneficial owners, and prev...

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Public-private partnership seen as key to safer housing
Oct 21, 2026

Public-private partnership seen as key to safer housing

Addressing the country’s housing needs requires sustained investment, responsible development, and stronger cooperation between the public and private sectors....

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PH’s Best Employers 2027 unveiled
Oct 21, 2026

PH’s Best Employers 2027 unveiled

By Linda B. Bolido The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) once again leads the Philippines’ Best Employers list for 2027, building on its first-place finishes in 2024 and 2026. The government agency rank...

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DA: Pork prices unlikely to rise in Christmas due to enough supply
Oct 21, 2026

DA: Pork prices unlikely to rise in Christmas due to enough supply

The price of pork is unlikely to rise leading up to the Christmas season as the country has enough supply, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said Wednesday....

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DBS PayLah! rolls out QR payments in Taiwan
Oct 21, 2026

DBS PayLah! rolls out QR payments in Taiwan

This adds to the lender’s coverage in markets including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and China...

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