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<title>Philippine Courier News &#45; Tomas Kauer &#45; News Moderator</title>
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<title>TopView Inn Puerto Princesa Officially Opens — A New Must&#45;Visit Bayfront Escape in Palawan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/topview-inn-puerto-princesa-officially-opens-a-new-must-visit-bayfront-escape-in-palawan</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ TopView Inn features a selection of Standard and Deluxe Rooms, thoughtfully designed to meet the expectations of modern travelers seeking comfort, efficiency, and value. The property also includes a café and bar overlooking the bay, providing an added lifestyle amenity that enhances guest experience while capitalizing on the scenic views of one of Puerto Princesa City’s most recognized coastal landmarks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TopView, Inn, Puerto, Princesa, Officially, Opens, —, New, Must-Visit, Bayfront, Escape, Palawan</media:keywords>
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<title>Overtaxed but underserved: Fixing the Philippines’ tax system to unlock investment</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/overtaxed-but-underserved-fixing-the-philippines-tax-system-to-unlock-investment</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ At the 2026 Economic Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Briefing held at the Asian Development Bank (ADB), one message resonated strongly: The Philippines is overtaxed, yet underserved. The phrase, highlighted during the presentation of global tax policy expert and Chief Tax Advisor of Asian Consulting Group (ACG) Mon Abrea, reflects a growing sentiment among taxpayers […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Overtaxed, but, underserved:, Fixing, the, Philippines’, tax, system, unlock, investment</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Love in Vietnam’ Enchants Bhutan’s Elite, Receives Royal Appreciation at Special Screening in Thimphu</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/love-in-vietnam-enchants-bhutans-elite-receives-royal-appreciation-at-special-screening-in-thimphu</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Embassy of India in Bhutan successfully organised a Special Screening of internationally acclaimed and award-winning film Love ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘Love, Vietnam’, Enchants, Bhutan’s, Elite, Receives, Royal, Appreciation, Special, Screening, Thimphu</media:keywords>
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<title>PLDT Enterprise Bolsters AI Adoption in the Workplace With Digital Assistant ‘Ellie’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-bolsters-ai-adoption-in-the-workplace-with-digital-assistant-ellie</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Manila, Philippines — PLDT Enterprise is strengthening AI adoption within the PLDT Group with the launch of Ellie, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PLDT, Enterprise, Bolsters, Adoption, the, Workplace, With, Digital, Assistant, ‘Ellie’</media:keywords>
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<title>Red Bull Stuntman Miles Daisher First&#45;Ever Wingsuit Flight Over Bangkok</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/red-bull-stuntman-miles-daisher-first-ever-wingsuit-flight-over-bangkok</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ First-Ever Wingsuit Flight in Bangkok Takes Red Bull Air Force Legend Miles Daisher 260 km/h Across the City’s ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Red, Bull, Stuntman, Miles, Daisher, First-Ever, Wingsuit, Flight, Over, Bangkok</media:keywords>
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<title>AXEAN Festival 2026 Heads Back to Bali for its Seventh Edition</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/axean-festival-2026-heads-back-to-bali-for-its-seventh-edition</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ With growing global recognition, the platform continues to reshape how the world engages with the region’s artists March ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AXEAN, Festival, 2026, Heads, Back, Bali, for, its, Seventh, Edition</media:keywords>
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<title>iWant Strengthens Streaming Presence in Cavite and Laguna through Fiberblaze Partnership</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/iwant-strengthens-streaming-presence-in-cavite-and-laguna-through-fiberblaze-partnership</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ iWant’s biggest collection of Pinoy feels is set to reach more audiences across Cavite and parts of Laguna ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>iWant, Strengthens, Streaming, Presence, Cavite, and, Laguna, through, Fiberblaze, Partnership</media:keywords>
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<title>Corruption issues drag Manila to near&amp;amp;amp;bottom of ‘smart cities’ list</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/corruption-issues-drag-manila-to-nearbottom-of-smart-cities-list-13117</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Senior Reporter MANILA dropped seven spots in the 2026 Smart City Index by Switzerland-based Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Center (WCC), as residents continued to fret about corruption and traffic congestion. The Philippine capital ranked 132nd out of 148 countries, down seven spots from the 125th spot a year […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BSP sees faster inflation in March at 3.1%&amp;amp;amp;3.9% </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-sees-faster-inflation-in-march-at-3139-13116</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Costlier fuel, electricity, rice and the peso’s weakness drove inflation past the central bank’s point target in March, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said on Tuesday. In its latest month-ahead inflation forecast, the BSP said inflation likely settled between 3.1% and 3.9% in March, faster than the 1.8% clip […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, sees, faster, inflation, March, 3.1&amp;amp3.9 </media:keywords>
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<title>Exporters welcome E&#45;TRACC exemption</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exporters-welcome-e-tracc-exemption</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT) said it welcomed the exemption of exporters from the Bureau of Customs (BoC) Electronic Tracking of Containerized Cargo (E-TRACC) System. In a social media post Wednesday, the group said Customs Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno has said that the exemption covers exporters accredited as Authorized Economic Operators and registered with Investment […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Exporters, welcome, E-TRACC, exemption</media:keywords>
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<title>Manufacturers push for ‘buy local’ campaign</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/manufacturers-push-for-buy-local-campaign</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) said supply chain disruptions and the weak peso make it necessary to pursue a “buy-local”approach to boost domestic industrial production. In a statement late Tuesday, FPI Chairperson Elizabeth H. Lee said domestic production and procurement will ‘better position” the economy by building “capacity…to withstand external pressures.” Foreign exchange volatility […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Manufacturers, push, for, ‘buy, local’, campaign</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL signs LPG deals with US, Canada, Mexico</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-signs-lpg-deals-with-us-canada-mexico</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines signed supply deals with the US, Canada, and Mexico for 66 million kilograms (kg) of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), the LPG Marketers Association, Inc. (LPGMA) said. LPGMA founder Arnel U. Ty said the association was informed by Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin that the agreements were government-to-government (G2G), with the Department of Energy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, signs, LPG, deals, with, US, Canada, Mexico</media:keywords>
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<title>Regional fertilizer sourcing to cut   exposure to volatile Gulf supply</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/regional-fertilizer-sourcing-to-cut-exposure-to-volatile-gulf-supply</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Agriculture (DA) said nearby countries are viable alternative sources of fuel-derived fertilizer that can reduce dependence on the Middle East. In a statement Wednesday, the DA said exposure to Middle Eastern fertilizer is at any rate limited to about 20%, with most imports coming from China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Iran restricted […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Regional, fertilizer, sourcing, cut, exposure, volatile, Gulf, supply</media:keywords>
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<title>How PSEi member stocks performed — April 1, 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/how-psei-member-stocks-performed-april-1-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Here’s a quick glance at how PSEi stocks fared on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>How, PSEi, member, stocks, performed, —, April, 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Corruption issues drag Manila to near&amp;amp;bottom of ‘smart cities’ list</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/corruption-issues-drag-manila-to-nearbottom-of-smart-cities-list</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/corruption-issues-drag-manila-to-nearbottom-of-smart-cities-list</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Senior Reporter MANILA dropped seven spots in the 2026 Smart City Index by Switzerland-based Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Center (WCC), as residents continued to fret about corruption and traffic congestion. The Philippine capital ranked 132nd out of 148 countries, down seven spots from the 125th spot a year […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Corruption, issues, drag, Manila, near&amp;bottom, ‘smart, cities’, list</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP sees faster inflation in March at 3.1%&amp;amp;3.9% </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-sees-faster-inflation-in-march-at-3139</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-sees-faster-inflation-in-march-at-3139</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Costlier fuel, electricity, rice and the peso’s weakness drove inflation past the central bank’s point target in March, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said on Tuesday. In its latest month-ahead inflation forecast, the BSP said inflation likely settled between 3.1% and 3.9% in March, faster than the 1.8% clip […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, sees, faster, inflation, March, 3.1&amp;3.9 </media:keywords>
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<title>Dining In/Out for Lent and Easter</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dining-inout-for-lent-and-easter</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Paint sugar cookies, smash chocolate eggs THIS EASTER, dessert chef Lovely Jiao of Sugarplum Pastries invites kids and adults to elevate the celebrations with interactive season-inspired confections. Veering away from the iconic Easter bunnies, her latest collection, titled “Chicks &amp; Cheers,” introduces a blend of pastel colors and dainty elements such as bows, laces, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dining, InOut, for, Lent, and, Easter</media:keywords>
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<title>GCash Run 2026: A wellness festival for the green hero community</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-run-2026-a-wellness-festival-for-the-green-hero-community</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Last year’s inaugural GCash Run proved to be more than a social fitness gathering by planting trees for every sign-up to pave the way toward a more sustainable future. This year, the event returned not only as a purpose-driven run but also as a full-fledged wellness festival. GCash has been playing its part in protecting […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCash, Run, 2026:, wellness, festival, for, the, green, hero, community</media:keywords>
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<title>Easterlies, High Pressure Area to prevail during Holy Week, says PAGASA</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/easterlies-high-pressure-area-to-prevail-during-holy-week-says-pagasa</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Easterlies and the High Pressure Area (HPA) are expected to prevail during the observance of Holy Week, bringing cloudy skies across the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday. In a special weather outlook, PAGASA said that from Monday until Wednesday, partly cloudy skies due to the ridge […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Easterlies, High, Pressure, Area, prevail, during, Holy, Week, says, PAGASA</media:keywords>
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<title>HBO Original Harry Potter Series Releases First Official Teaser and Announces Christmas 2026 Debut</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hbo-original-harry-potter-series-releases-first-official-teaser-and-announces-christmas-2026-debut</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hbo-original-harry-potter-series-releases-first-official-teaser-and-announces-christmas-2026-debut</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE FIRST SEASON WILL BE TITLED HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE PHILIPPINES, MARCH 26, 2026 – HBO ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:01:00 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HBO, Original, Harry, Potter, Series, Releases, First, Official, Teaser, and, Announces, Christmas, 2026, Debut</media:keywords>
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<title>Robi Domingo, Mikee Cojuangco&#45;Jaworski, Lola Amour Lead Star&#45;studded Earth Hour PH 2026 for 20th Global Switch&#45;off</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/robi-domingo-mikee-cojuangco-jaworski-lola-amour-lead-star-studded-earth-hour-ph-2026-for-20thglobal-switch-off</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/robi-domingo-mikee-cojuangco-jaworski-lola-amour-lead-star-studded-earth-hour-ph-2026-for-20thglobal-switch-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PASIG CITY – It’s lights off, music on this March 28, as Earth Hour Philippine 2026 brings a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:47 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Robi, Domingo, Mikee, Cojuangco-Jaworski, Lola, Amour, Lead, Star-studded, Earth, Hour, 2026, for, 20th Global, Switch-off</media:keywords>
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<title>Slay your Summer Portraits with Vivo V70</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/slay-your-summer-portraits-with-vivo-v70</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Summer is officially here, and it’s time to let your portraits shine as brightly as ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:36 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Slay, your, Summer, Portraits, with, Vivo, V70</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN News’ ‘Lubog Sa Katiwalian,’ A Finalist at 2026 New York Festivals TV &amp;amp; Films Awards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-news-lubog-sa-katiwalian-a-finalist-at-2026-new-york-festivals-tv-films-awards</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs’ “Lubog sa Katiwalian” (Drowning in a Sea of Corruption) made the Best Documentary ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, News’, ‘Lubog, Katiwalian, ’, Finalist, 2026, New, York, Festivals, Films, Awards</media:keywords>
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<title>Angeline Signs with ABS&#45;CBN’s One Music Management; Reunites with Star Music</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/angeline-signs-with-abs-cbns-one-music-management-reunites-with-star-music</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Power Diva Angeline Quinto joins One Music Management, ABS-CBN Music’s talent management arm, as she returns to record ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Long&#45;term solutions needed to reduce dependence on fossil fuels in PHL – Oxfam</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/long-term-solutions-needed-to-reduce-dependence-on-fossil-fuels-in-phl-oxfam</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/long-term-solutions-needed-to-reduce-dependence-on-fossil-fuels-in-phl-oxfam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine government must pursue long-term solutions to reduce the country’s dependence on fossil fuels, as global oil price surges continue to weigh on Filipino consumers, according to Oxfam Pilipinas on Friday. The call comes after Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared a state of national energy emergency last Tuesday in response to rising […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Long-term, solutions, needed, reduce, dependence, fossil, fuels, PHL, –, Oxfam</media:keywords>
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<title>Women entrepreneurs shine at SM Supermalls this Women’s Month</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/women-entrepreneurs-shine-at-sm-supermalls-this-womens-month</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/women-entrepreneurs-shine-at-sm-supermalls-this-womens-month</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women-led businesses took center stage as the WomenBizPH Trade Fair successfully opened at SM Lanang Premier from March 12–14, celebrating the creativity, resilience, and growing impact of Filipina micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Organized by WomenBizPH in partnership with SM Supermalls, the three-day trade fair brought together inspiring women entrepreneurs showcasing a vibrant mix […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Women, entrepreneurs, shine, Supermalls, this, Women’s, Month</media:keywords>
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<title>Trade gap widens to $3.68B in February</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tradegap-widens-to-368b-in-february</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tradegap-widens-to-368b-in-february</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippines’ trade-in-goods deficit widened year on year in February as imports rose by double-digits while exports eased, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Analysts said that February trade data suggests that recovery remains intact but vulnerable to external shocks due to the rising energy prices from the Middle East conflict. Preliminary data […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Trade gap, widens, 3.68B, February</media:keywords>
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<title>RRHI board OKs voluntary delisting plan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rrhi-board-oks-voluntary-delisting-plan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rrhi-board-oks-voluntary-delisting-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. (RRHI) on Friday said its board approved the voluntary delisting of its shares from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), following a notice of intent from controlling shareholder JE Holdings, Inc. to conduct a tender offer. In a disclosure, the Gokongwei-led retailer said JE Holdings plans to launch a tender offer for […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>RRHI, board, OKs, voluntary, delisting, plan</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL Malls cut operation hours amid energy emergency</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-malls-cut-operation-hours-amid-energy-emergency</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-malls-cut-operation-hours-amid-energy-emergency</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippine malls on Thursday announced shortened operating hours, effective March 30, following the country’s declaration of a state of national energy emergency. SM Supermalls, the mall operations unit of Sy-led SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SMPH) with 90 branches nationwide, said the adjustment aims to support nationwide energy conservation by significantly reducing demand on the national […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, Malls, cut, operation, hours, amid, energy, emergency</media:keywords>
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<title>DITO bags back&amp;amp;to&amp;amp;back awards as PH’s top rated, fastest network</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dito-bags-backtoback-awards-as-phs-top-rated-fastest-network</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dito-bags-backtoback-awards-as-phs-top-rated-fastest-network</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ DITO Telecommunity Corp. was recognized as the country’s back-to-back top-rated and fastest mobile network by two renowned global internet analytics companies. During the 2026 Mobile World Congress held early this month, the company was hailed as the #1 Rated Mobile Network in the Philippines by Ookla, and also received the Fastest Mobile Network award from […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DITO, bags, back&amp;to&amp;back, awards, PH’s, top, rated, fastest, network</media:keywords>
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<title>Messaging is strategic for business, a driver for revenue in PHL – study</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/messaging-is-strategic-for-business-a-driver-for-revenue-in-phl-study</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/messaging-is-strategic-for-business-a-driver-for-revenue-in-phl-study</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Majority of Philippine businesses, or 80%, expect messaging-based commerce to be “strategic or transformational for revenue” in the next two years, yet “fragmented” messaging remains a barrier that stifles customer engagement and growth, according to a study commissioned by Rakuten Viber. The study, released Thursday, surveyed 271 decision-makers from Germany, Greece, Bulgaria, and the Philippines, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Messaging, strategic, for, business, driver, for, revenue, PHL, –, study</media:keywords>
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<title>iWant Spotlights Filipino Pride in New Limited Series, ‘GAMECHANGERS’ Features Ej Obiena in Pilot Episode</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/iwant-spotlights-filipino-pride-in-new-limited-series-gamechangers-features-ej-obiena-in-pilot-episode</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/iwant-spotlights-filipino-pride-in-new-limited-series-gamechangers-features-ej-obiena-in-pilot-episode</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ iWant brings real-life storytelling with “Gamechangers,” a new limited series that highlights Filipinos redefining success and raising the Philippine flag on ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>iWant, Spotlights, Filipino, Pride, New, Limited, Series, ‘GAMECHANGERS’, Features, Obiena, Pilot, Episode</media:keywords>
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<title>CA7RIEL &amp;amp; Paco Amoroso Release New Album ‘FREE SPIRITS’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ca7riel-paco-amoroso-release-new-album-free-spirits</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ca7riel-paco-amoroso-release-new-album-free-spirits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ CA7RIEL &amp; Paco Amoroso release their new album FREE SPIRITS, a bold and wildly inventive project from one ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CA7RIEL, Paco, Amoroso, Release, New, Album, ‘FREE, SPIRITS’</media:keywords>
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<title>Indie Pop Trailblazers PREP Release ‘One Day In The Sun’, A Feel&#45;good Sophisti&#45;pop Escape</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/indie-pop-trailblazers-prep-release-one-day-in-the-sun-a-feel-good-sophisti-pop-escape</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/indie-pop-trailblazers-prep-release-one-day-in-the-sun-a-feel-good-sophisti-pop-escape</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippines — English four-piece indie-pop band PREP return with their new EP, ‘One Day In The Sun’ via Bright Antenna Records— a retro-future sophisto-pop universe ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Indie, Pop, Trailblazers, PREP, Release, ‘One, Day, The, Sun’, Feel-good, Sophisti-pop, Escape</media:keywords>
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<title>Filipino American Musician, Artist, and Actor from ‘Euphoria’, Dominic Fike, Leads the Spotify Global Chart at #1 for the Song ‘Babydoll’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipino-american-musician-artist-and-actor-from-euphoriadominic-fike-leads-the-spotify-global-chart-at-1-for-the-song-babydoll</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipino-american-musician-artist-and-actor-from-euphoriadominic-fike-leads-the-spotify-global-chart-at-1-for-the-song-babydoll</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For the first time in his career, Filipino-American musician, artist, and actor Dominic Fike has reached no. 1 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Filipino, American, Musician, Artist, and, Actor, from, ‘Euphoria’,  Dominic, Fike, Leads, the, Spotify, Global, Chart, for, the, Song, ‘Babydoll’</media:keywords>
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<title>Offshore Music Announces Summer Slate, Featuring Ligaya Escueta, Sexy Jay, ALYSON, and Halina</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/offshore-music-announces-summer-slate-featuring-ligaya-escueta-sexy-jay-alyson-and-halina</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/offshore-music-announces-summer-slate-featuring-ligaya-escueta-sexy-jay-alyson-and-halina</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Upcoming releases explore themes of love, identity, and experimentation across multiple genres Manila, Philippines – Offshore Music, a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Offshore, Music, Announces, Summer, Slate, Featuring, Ligaya, Escueta, Sexy, Jay, ALYSON, and, Halina</media:keywords>
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<title>DBM eyes cost&amp;amp;amp;cutting measures if fuel excise tax is suspended</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbm-eyes-costcutting-measures-if-fuel-excise-tax-is-suspended-13058</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbm-eyes-costcutting-measures-if-fuel-excise-tax-is-suspended-13058</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management (DBM) said that it is looking at cost-cutting measures should the revenue losses from the proposed suspension of excise tax on fuel are not fully offset. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DBM, eyes, cost&amp;ampcutting, measures, fuel, excise, tax, suspended</media:keywords>
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<title>DepEd: field trip, prom not required for graduation</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-field-trip-prom-not-required-for-graduation</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-field-trip-prom-not-required-for-graduation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Education (DepEd) said on Monday that non-academic activities should not be a requirement for graduation, following the agency’s push for low-cost ceremonies due to rising fuel costs. “We must ensure that this milestone remains a celebration of achievement rather than a financial ordeal for our parents, especially as we navigate the economic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DepEd:, field, trip, prom, not, required, for, graduation</media:keywords>
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<title>PH game dev sector seen matching Korea, Japan — Xsolla</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ph-game-dev-sector-seen-matching-korea-japan-xsolla</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ph-game-dev-sector-seen-matching-korea-japan-xsolla</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine game development sector is likely to grow as large as its Asian neighbors in the coming years, driven by the country’s sizable market and predominantly young, tech-savvy population that could become future creators, according to Xsolla, a global video game commerce firm. “I think it could be as big as Korea or Japan, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>game, dev, sector, seen, matching, Korea, Japan, —, Xsolla</media:keywords>
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<title>Personal Equity and Retirement Account: Path to building long&#45;term retirement plan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/personal-equity-and-retirement-account-path-to-building-long-term-retirement-plan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/personal-equity-and-retirement-account-path-to-building-long-term-retirement-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Mhicole A. Moral, Special Features and Content Writer, BusinessWorld For some Filipinos, retirement carries the promise of stability, where daily needs no longer depend on a paycheck. Yet for others, the same moment brings uncertainty, as savings stretch against rising costs and the absence of steady income. Such divide traces back to how early and how […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Personal, Equity, and, Retirement, Account:, Path, building, long-term, retirement, plan</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines’ Marcos says grounding planes is a ‘distinct possibility’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-marcos-says-grounding-planes-is-a-distinct-possibility</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-marcos-says-grounding-planes-is-a-distinct-possibility</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines says grounding planes due to a shortage of jet fuel brought on by the war in Iran is a “distinct possibility,” according to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. “Several countries have already told our airlines they cannot fuel their aircraft, so they have to carry fuel there and back,” Marcos said in an […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines’, Marcos, says, grounding, planes, ‘distinct, possibility’</media:keywords>
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<title>PH to face more super typhoons in future amid climate change, expert warns</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ph-to-face-more-super-typhoons-in-future-amid-climate-change-expert-warns</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ph-to-face-more-super-typhoons-in-future-amid-climate-change-expert-warns</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Amid the worsening effects of climate change, the Philippines may experience fewer tropical cyclones, but Super Typhoon–category storms are more likely to develop in the coming decades, an expert said on Monday. Rafaela Jane P. Delfino, assistant professor at the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology at the University of the Philippines Diliman, made the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>face, more, super, typhoons, future, amid, climate, change, expert, warns</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP may pause in April — Moody’s</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-may-pause-in-april-moodys</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-may-pause-in-april-moodys</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may pause at its next meeting rather than immediately reverse its easing cycle amid oil price spikes and the peso’s depreciation, Moody’s Analytics said.    ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, may, pause, April, —, Moody’s</media:keywords>
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<title>DoE clears limited rollout of Euro II fuels</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/doe-clears-limited-rollout-of-euro-ii-fuels</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/doe-clears-limited-rollout-of-euro-ii-fuels</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE DEPARTMENT of Energy (DoE) is allowing the temporary rollout of Euro II, or fuels that meet an older emission standard with higher sulfur content, for select transport and industrial uses to augment fuel supply. In a statement on Sunday, the DoE said it has issued a department circular authorizing the “temporary and controlled” introduction […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DoE, clears, limited, rollout, Euro, fuels</media:keywords>
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<title>DBM eyes cost&amp;amp;cutting measures if fuel excise tax is suspended</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbm-eyes-costcutting-measures-if-fuel-excise-tax-is-suspended</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbm-eyes-costcutting-measures-if-fuel-excise-tax-is-suspended</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management (DBM) said that it is looking at cost-cutting measures should the revenue losses from the proposed suspension of excise tax on fuel are not fully offset. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DBM, eyes, cost&amp;cutting, measures, fuel, excise, tax, suspended</media:keywords>
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<title>Manila’s slow response to oil price spike exposes economy to energy shock</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/manilas-slow-response-to-oil-price-spike-exposes-economy-to-energy-shock</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/manilas-slow-response-to-oil-price-spike-exposes-economy-to-energy-shock</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINE government’s slow response to surging oil prices risks worsening the economic impact of the latest energy shock, analysts said, as elevated global crude costs begin to filter through to transport fares and supply chains. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>DoST launches sustainable innovation, agriculture hubs in Cagayan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-launches-sustainable-innovation-agriculture-hubs-in-cagayan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-launches-sustainable-innovation-agriculture-hubs-in-cagayan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology (DoST), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Cagayan, formally launched the Cagayan Innovation Hub, the SARAI Provincial Hub, and the SciTech Philippines Awards on March 16, strengthening efforts to promote innovation, data-driven governance, and climate-resilient agriculture in the province. The initiative is anchored on Project SARAI and aims […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DoST, launches, sustainable, innovation, agriculture, hubs, Cagayan</media:keywords>
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<title>BE:FIRST Celebrates Five Years with New Track ‘BE:FIRST ALL DAY’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/befirst-celebrates-five-years-with-new-track-befirst-all-day</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/befirst-celebrates-five-years-with-new-track-befirst-all-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Release Date: 16 March, Monday Release Time: 00: 00 (Local Store Turn) Type: Single Language: Japanese Genre: Pop Six voices, one creed: BE:FIRST, ALL ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:33 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>TOMONARI SORA Steps Back into Assassination Classroom with New Theme Song ‘Teacher’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tomonari-sorasteps-back-into-assassination-classroom-with-new-theme-song-teacher</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tomonari-sorasteps-back-into-assassination-classroom-with-new-theme-song-teacher</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ TOMONARI SORA dashes back into the Assassination Classroom with his new track “Teacher”. The song serves as the official ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:27 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TOMONARI, SORA Steps, Back, into, Assassination, Classroom, with, New, Theme, Song, ‘Teacher’</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Music Launches First OPM Band ‘The Red Strings’ Formed through YouTube Docu&#45;Reality Series</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-music-launches-first-opm-band-the-red-strings-formed-through-youtube-docu-reality-series</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-music-launches-first-opm-band-the-red-strings-formed-through-youtube-docu-reality-series</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN Music has officially launched The Red Strings, the company’s first original OPM band, formed through the YouTube ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Music, Launches, First, OPM, Band, ‘The, Red, Strings’, Formed, through, YouTube, Docu-Reality, Series</media:keywords>
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<title>Columbia Business School MBA Students Visit ABS&#45;CBN, Learn About Company’s Global Transformation</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/columbia-business-school-mba-students-visit-abs-cbn-learn-about-companys-global-transformation</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/columbia-business-school-mba-students-visit-abs-cbn-learn-about-companys-global-transformation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A delegation of MBA students from Columbia Business School, one of the United States’ top business schools, visited ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Columbia, Business, School, MBA, Students, Visit, ABS-CBN, Learn, About, Company’s, Global, Transformation</media:keywords>
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<title>Over 7k Vivo V70 Units Sold in 3&#45;day Nationwide Rollout</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/over-7k-vivo-v70-units-sold-in-3-day-nationwide-rollout</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/over-7k-vivo-v70-units-sold-in-3-day-nationwide-rollout</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The vivo V70 sold over 7,000 units nationwide in its first three days from March ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Over, Vivo, V70, Units, Sold, 3-day, Nationwide, Rollout</media:keywords>
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<title>PSE firm on P170&amp;amp;amp;B capital&amp;amp;amp;raising target despite market uncertainties</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pse-firm-on-p170b-capitalraising-target-despite-market-uncertainties-13032</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pse-firm-on-p170b-capitalraising-target-despite-market-uncertainties-13032</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) said it remains firm on its P170-billion capital-raising target this year despite global market uncertainties linked to the conflict in the Middle East. “I’m still firm with my P170-billion capital raising,” PSE President and Chief Executive Officer Ramon S. Monzon told reporters on the sidelines of the PSE’s InvestPH conference […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PSE, firm, P170&amp;ampB, capital&amp;ampraising, target, despite, market, uncertainties</media:keywords>
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<title>National Government posts P165.4 billion budget surplus in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/national-government-posts-p1654-billion-budget-surplus-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/national-government-posts-p1654-billion-budget-surplus-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) budget surplus more than doubled in January to P165.4 billion amid a double-digit decline in spending, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said. In a statement, the Treasury said the NG posted a P165.4-billion budget surplus in January, 141.91% higher than the P68.4-billion surplus a year ago due to “sustained revenue […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>National, Government, posts, P165.4, billion, budget, surplus, January</media:keywords>
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<title>Economy and Development Council OKs trimester plan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/economy-and-development-council-oks-trimester-plan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/economy-and-development-council-oks-trimester-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) said that the Economy and Development (ED) Council has approved the implementation of the three-term school calendar starting school year 2026-2027. Chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., the council approved on Thursday the Department of Education’s (DepEd) trimester system proposal, which is eyed to improve the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Economy, and, Development, Council, OKs, trimester, plan</media:keywords>
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<title>Pioneer marks Fire Prevention Month with upgraded HomeMaster Plus</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pioneer-marks-fire-prevention-month-with-upgraded-homemaster-plus</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pioneer-marks-fire-prevention-month-with-upgraded-homemaster-plus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pioneer Insurance highlights the importance of home protection this Fire Prevention Month with the newly upgraded HomeMaster Plus, a comprehensive property insurance that protects the home, its residents, its contents, and now includes one-time automatic cash assistance for excessive rainfall. While the nationwide campaign emphasizes fire safety awareness in March, Pioneer underscores that true preparedness […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pioneer, marks, Fire, Prevention, Month, with, upgraded, HomeMaster, Plus</media:keywords>
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<title>Converge launches 12&#45;MW Pampanga data center</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/converge-launches-12-mw-pampanga-data-center</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/converge-launches-12-mw-pampanga-data-center</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. has launched its P5-billion 12-megawatt data center in Angeles, Pampanga which further boosts its data center capacity while also helping position the country as a data center hub. “Amid the ongoing digital revolution, our capabilities must keep pace with emerging technologies. We have focused on building world-class, future-ready facilities so we […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Converge, launches, 12-MW, Pampanga, data, center</media:keywords>
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<title>Approved DepEd trimester plan lacks preparedness, says teachers’ groups</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/approved-deped-trimester-plan-lacks-preparedness-says-teachers-groups</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/approved-deped-trimester-plan-lacks-preparedness-says-teachers-groups</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Teachers’ groups on Friday criticized the preparedness and implementation of the trimester plan for the school year (SY) 2026-2027, following its approval from the Economy and Development (ED) Council. “It was already mentioned that this needed consultations, but in the end, it was still approved hastily,” Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Chairperson Ruby Bernardo said […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Approved, DepEd, trimester, plan, lacks, preparedness, says, teachers’, groups</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP tracks Mideast war impact on PHL</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-tracks-mideast-war-impact-on-phl</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-tracks-mideast-war-impact-on-phl</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) said it is closely monitoring the impact of the escalating Middle East war on inflation and the broader economy as it prepares for its April 23 policy meeting. “Ahead of the monetary-policy meeting on April 23, 2026, the BSP is closely monitoring the impact of the Middle East conflict […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, tracks, Mideast, war, impact, PHL</media:keywords>
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<title>PUV fare hike suspended</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puv-fare-hike-suspended</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puv-fare-hike-suspended</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Wednesday suspended the fare increase for public utility vehicles (PUVs), a day before its implementation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PUV, fare, hike, suspended</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines building up fuel stockpiles until May — DoE chief</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-building-up-fuel-stockpiles-until-may-doe-chief</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-building-up-fuel-stockpiles-until-may-doe-chief</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINE government and oil companies are already building up fuel inventories for May as early as now, the Department of Energy (DoE) chief said, as the Iran war enters its third week and continues to threaten global oil supply. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, building, fuel, stockpiles, until, May, —, DoE, chief</media:keywords>
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<title>PSE firm on P170&amp;amp;B capital&amp;amp;raising target despite market uncertainties</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pse-firm-on-p170b-capitalraising-target-despite-market-uncertainties</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pse-firm-on-p170b-capitalraising-target-despite-market-uncertainties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) said it remains firm on its P170-billion capital-raising target this year despite global market uncertainties linked to the conflict in the Middle East. “I’m still firm with my P170-billion capital raising,” PSE President and Chief Executive Officer Ramon S. Monzon told reporters on the sidelines of the PSE’s InvestPH conference […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PSE, firm, P170&amp;B, capital&amp;raising, target, despite, market, uncertainties</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine auto sales fall in February but electric vehicles power ahead</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-auto-sales-fall-in-february-but-electric-vehicles-power-ahead</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-auto-sales-fall-in-february-but-electric-vehicles-power-ahead</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE automotive sales dropped year on year in February as demand for passenger cars and commercial vehicles slumped, according to a joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, auto, sales, fall, February, but, electric, vehicles, power, ahead</media:keywords>
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<title>Vivo V70 Now Available Nationwide Starting at Php 31,999</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-v70-now-available-nationwide-starting-at-php-31999</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-v70-now-available-nationwide-starting-at-php-31999</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The vivo V70 is now officially available in the Philippines, bringing its advanced imaging system ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vivo, V70, Now, Available, Nationwide, Starting, Php, 31, 999</media:keywords>
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<title>City of Dreams Manila’s March Dual Concerts Spark Summer Nostalgia: Gabby Concepcion at Centerplay, and ‘The Golden Sound of the Platters’ at the Grand Ballroom</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/city-of-dreams-manilas-march-dual-concerts-spark-summer-nostalgia-gabby-concepcion-at-centerplay-and-the-golden-sound-of-the-platters-at-the-grand-ballroom</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/city-of-dreams-manilas-march-dual-concerts-spark-summer-nostalgia-gabby-concepcion-at-centerplay-and-the-golden-sound-of-the-platters-at-the-grand-ballroom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A celebration of classic hits and unforgettable performances promise to stir fond memories and warm hearts this summer ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>City, Dreams, Manila’s, March, Dual, Concerts, Spark, Summer, Nostalgia:, Gabby, Concepcion, Centerplay, and, ‘The, Golden, Sound, the, Platters’, the, Grand, Ballroom</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Teases Gripping Conflict in Highly Anticipated Series ‘Blood Vs Duty’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-teases-gripping-conflict-in-highly-anticipated-series-blood-vs-duty</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-teases-gripping-conflict-in-highly-anticipated-series-blood-vs-duty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN has released the first teaser for its upcoming action-drama “Blood vs Duty,” offering a glimpse into a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Teases, Gripping, Conflict, Highly, Anticipated, Series, ‘Blood, Duty’</media:keywords>
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<title>Vivo V70’s AI Stage Mode Brings Concert Moments Closer at Music Fest</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-v70s-ai-stage-mode-brings-concert-moments-closer-at-music-fest</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-v70s-ai-stage-mode-brings-concert-moments-closer-at-music-fest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The energy of a live concert is unforgettable: flashing stage lights, fans singing in unison, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vivo, V70’s, Stage, Mode, Brings, Concert, Moments, Closer, Music, Fest</media:keywords>
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<title>Uratex and OUR HOME Launch the 8 Hour Movement for World Sleep Day</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/uratex-and-our-home-launch-the-8-hour-movement-for-world-sleep-day</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/uratex-and-our-home-launch-the-8-hour-movement-for-world-sleep-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Did you know that falling asleep instantly can actually be a sign of sleep deprivation? As conversations around ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Uratex, and, OUR, HOME, Launch, the, Hour, Movement, for, World, Sleep, Day</media:keywords>
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<title>AI deployment for organizations still shallow – Philippine AI Report</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ai-deployment-for-organizations-still-shallow-philippine-ai-report</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ai-deployment-for-organizations-still-shallow-philippine-ai-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nearly all organizations in the Philippines, about 92%, used artificial intelligence (AI) in some form in 2025, but deployment remains shallow, with the majority still at the pilot stage due to talent scarcity and concerns over security and privacy, according to the Philippine AI Report 2025. The report was produced by Swarm, a global AI […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>deployment, for, organizations, still, shallow, –, Philippine, Report</media:keywords>
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<title>The water stewardship journey continues for SM Supermalls</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-water-stewardship-journey-continues-for-sm-supermalls</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-water-stewardship-journey-continues-for-sm-supermalls</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For three decades, SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) has steadfastly advanced responsible water stewardship for a more resilient water future through SM Supermalls, its operating arm. SM Prime invested in its first Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in the late 90’s with SM Southmall. STPs are essential for protecting public health and the environment, along […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>The, water, stewardship, journey, continues, for, Supermalls</media:keywords>
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<title>Filipinas eye 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup ticket against Uzbekistan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipinas-eye-2027-fifa-womens-world-cup-ticket-against-uzbekistan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipinas-eye-2027-fifa-womens-world-cup-ticket-against-uzbekistan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Filipinas look to bring the lessons from the losses to mighty Japan in the quarterfinals and powerhouses Australia and South Korea in group play over to their most important game in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup (WAC) — the “Play-in” against Uzbekistan. Thursday’s KO match against fellow losing quarterfinalist Uzbeks in Gold Coast offers […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Filipinas, eye, 2027, FIFA, Women’s, World, Cup, ticket, against, Uzbekistan</media:keywords>
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<title>Creamline shoots for Top Four finish anew against Farm Fresh</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/creamline-shoots-for-top-four-finish-anew-against-farm-fresh</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/creamline-shoots-for-top-four-finish-anew-against-farm-fresh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ CREAMLINE hopes to accomplish what it failed to do last time as it shoots for an outright qualifying round entry against Farm Fresh on Tuesday in the PVL All-Filipino Conference at the Sta. Rosa Sports Complex. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Creamline, shoots, for, Top, Four, finish, anew, against, Farm, Fresh</media:keywords>
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<title>Alex Eala rises to No. 29, ranking hangs in balance at Miami tourney</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-rises-to-no-29-ranking-hangs-in-balance-at-miami-tourney</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-rises-to-no-29-ranking-hangs-in-balance-at-miami-tourney</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ALEXANDRA “ALEX” EALA leapt to a new career-best ranking ahead of her grand return to the Miami Open, where she’s also listed among the Top 32 seeds in the main draw. From No. 32 last week, the 20-year-old Filipina pride improved three rungs to No. 29 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings following a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alex, Eala, rises, No., 29, ranking, hangs, balance, Miami, tourney</media:keywords>
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<title>Unilever opens first manufacturing facility outside Luzon in Cebu</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilever-opens-first-manufacturing-facility-outside-luzon-in-cebu</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilever-opens-first-manufacturing-facility-outside-luzon-in-cebu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Unilever Philippines Inc. opened its first manufacturing facility outside Luzon in Cebu, aiming to support the company’s growing demand across the Visayas and Mindanao regions. Located in Mandaue City, the new 1,600-sqm collaborative manufacturing facility is expected to produce the brand’s homegrown liquid products, including Surf Fabric Conditioners and Fabclean Liquids. Unilever Philippines said in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Unilever, opens, first, manufacturing, facility, outside, Luzon, Cebu</media:keywords>
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<title>BCDA, InfiniVAN ink agreement to maximize Luzon Bypass Infrastructure</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bcda-infinivan-ink-agreement-to-maximize-luzon-bypass-infrastructure</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bcda-infinivan-ink-agreement-to-maximize-luzon-bypass-infrastructure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and InfiniVAN Inc., a Japanese-Filipino telco provider, on Wednesday signed a leasing agreement allowing the latter to use the Luzon Bypass Infrastructure (LBI), which is poised to boost the country’s connectivity and attract more foreign investors. The long-term lease agreement covers the use of remaining available spaces and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BCDA, InfiniVAN, ink, agreement, maximize, Luzon, Bypass, Infrastructure</media:keywords>
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<title>Experts urge Filipinas to explore Web3 opportunities</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/experts-urge-filipinas-to-explore-web3-opportunities</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/experts-urge-filipinas-to-explore-web3-opportunities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Blockchain4Her, a community of women in Web3, is encouraging Filipinas to explore opportunities in the male-dominated industry, as blockchain technology continues to rise in the Philippines. “The challenge isn’t actually interest, it’s more of structured access, access to education, mentorship, funding and technical pathways,” Blockchain4her Advocate and Buhayin Co-Founder Bea Jillian B. Llana told BusinessWorld in an […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Experts, urge, Filipinas, explore, Web3, opportunities</media:keywords>
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<title>Lenovo Tech World ‘26 Hong Kong, a bold showcase for AI innovation in Asia Pacific</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lenovo-tech-world-26-hong-kong-a-bold-showcase-for-ai-innovation-in-asia-pacific</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lenovo-tech-world-26-hong-kong-a-bold-showcase-for-ai-innovation-in-asia-pacific</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a period defined by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across several industries, Lenovo has outlined its initiatives for a global AI deployment at Lenovo Tech World ‘26 Hong Kong. Held last March 10, the flagship event brought together Lenovo’s real-world AI-powered projects. Moving from conceptual and basic implementation of AI, Lenovo presented its […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lenovo, Tech, World, ‘26, Hong, Kong, bold, showcase, for, innovation, Asia, Pacific</media:keywords>
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<title>Rockwell Land and Juan D. Nepomuceno Realty top off Power Plant Mall Angeles in Rockwell at Nepo Center</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rockwell-land-and-juan-d-nepomuceno-realty-top-off-power-plant-mall-angeles-in-rockwell-at-nepo-center</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rockwell-land-and-juan-d-nepomuceno-realty-top-off-power-plant-mall-angeles-in-rockwell-at-nepo-center</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rockwell Land and Juan D. Nepomuceno (JDN) Realty, through their joint venture Rockwell Nepo Development Corporation (RNDC), officially marked a major construction milestone with the topping off ceremony of Power Plant Mall Angeles on March 10, 2026. This event signals the completion of structural works for the highly anticipated retail destination, which is scheduled to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rockwell, Land, and, Juan, Nepomuceno, Realty, top, off, Power, Plant, Mall, Angeles, Rockwell, Nepo, Center</media:keywords>
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<title>P&#45;Pop Girl Group VVINK Explores the Poetry of Unspoken Love in New Single ‘Kailan Ka Aamin’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p-pop-girl-group-vvink-explores-the-poetry-of-unspoken-love-in-new-single-kailan-ka-aamin</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p-pop-girl-group-vvink-explores-the-poetry-of-unspoken-love-in-new-single-kailan-ka-aamin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rising P-Pop group VVINK has dropped “Kailan Ka Aamin,” which serves as the first pre-release single from their upcoming full-length ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:28 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>P-Pop, Girl, Group, VVINK, Explores, the, Poetry, Unspoken, Love, New, Single, ‘Kailan, Aamin’</media:keywords>
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<title>Prime Video and ABS&#45;CBN Studios Celebrate Star&#45;Studded Blue Carpet Premiere of ‘The Silent Noise’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/prime-video-and-abs-cbn-studios-celebrate-star-studded-blue-carpet-premiere-of-the-silent-noise</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/prime-video-and-abs-cbn-studios-celebrate-star-studded-blue-carpet-premiere-of-the-silent-noise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The cast and creators took to the Blue Carpet for the exclusive Premiere and Media Conference The Silent ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime, Video, and, ABS-CBN, Studios, Celebrate, Star-Studded, Blue, Carpet, Premiere, ‘The, Silent, Noise’</media:keywords>
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<title>Samsung Galaxy S26 Series and Galaxy Buds4 Series Now Available Worldwide</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/samsung-galaxy-s26-series-and-galaxy-buds4-series-now-available-worldwide</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/samsung-galaxy-s26-series-and-galaxy-buds4-series-now-available-worldwide</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Galaxy S26 series records double-digit pre-order growth, the Galaxy S26 Ultra chosen by over 70% of customers, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Samsung, Galaxy, S26, Series, and, Galaxy, Buds4, Series, Now, Available, Worldwide</media:keywords>
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<title>Netflix Drops Official Trailer for ‘18th Rose’ Starring Xyriel Manabat and Kyle Echarri</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/netflix-drops-official-trailer-for-18th-rose-starring-xyriel-manabat-and-kyle-echarri</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/netflix-drops-official-trailer-for-18th-rose-starring-xyriel-manabat-and-kyle-echarri</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Netflix has officially unveiled the trailer for 18th Rose, the streaming platform’s first original Filipino film for 2026—offering audiences a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Netflix, Drops, Official, Trailer, for, ‘18th, Rose’, Starring, Xyriel, Manabat, and, Kyle, Echarri</media:keywords>
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<title>Rooster Fighter to Stream on Crunchyroll from March 15 in India and Southeast Asia</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rooster-fighter-to-stream-on-crunchyroll-from-march-15-in-india-and-southeast-asia</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rooster-fighter-to-stream-on-crunchyroll-from-march-15-in-india-and-southeast-asia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The action-comedy anime adapted from Shu Sakuratani’s acclaimed manga arrives  across India and Southeast Asia with multiple subs!  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rooster, Fighter, Stream, Crunchyroll, from, March, India, and, Southeast, Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>FDI net inflows slump to five&amp;amp;amp;year low in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-fiveyear-low-in-2025-12981</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-fiveyear-low-in-2025-12981</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Net inflows of foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines plummeted to $7.791 billion in 2025, its lowest level in five years, preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) data showed. This was the lowest yearly FDI level since 2020 or when net inflows slumped to $6.822 billion. Excluding the pandemic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FDI, net, inflows, slump, five&amp;ampyear, low, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>FDI net inflows slump to five&#45;year low in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-five-year-low-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-five-year-low-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NET INFLOWS of foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines plummeted to $7.791 billion in 2025, its lowest level in five years, preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) data showed. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FDI, net, inflows, slump, five-year, low, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>New study highlights ROI gaps in advertising, points to sufficiency&#45;based media planning</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/new-study-highlights-roi-gaps-in-advertising-points-to-sufficiency-based-media-planning</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/new-study-highlights-roi-gaps-in-advertising-points-to-sufficiency-based-media-planning</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior marketers, agency leaders, and industry analysts recently gathered for a closed-door industry discussion examining how Philippine advertisers are reassessing media investment decisions amid tightening budgets, declining television consumption, and rising pressure to demonstrate measurable return on investment. With the theme “Every Peso Counts: Media that Works for Consumer Brands in the Philippines”, the event […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>New, study, highlights, ROI, gaps, advertising, points, sufficiency-based, media, planning</media:keywords>
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<title>Shift into maximum savings: Toyota brings race&#45;season deals this March</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shift-into-maximum-savings-toyota-brings-race-season-deals-this-march</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shift-into-maximum-savings-toyota-brings-race-season-deals-this-march</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Start your engines for Toyota’s best offers this March! With the kickoff of the 2026 TGR Philippine Cup Season, Toyota Motor Philippines is bringing the excitement of competition from the track to the showroom! From March 11 to 31, 2026, exciting offers on select models make it easier than ever to find the vehicle that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shift, into, maximum, savings:, Toyota, brings, race-season, deals, this, March</media:keywords>
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<title>Mercury Drug to expand free kidney screening to 50 more branches</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mercury-drug-to-expand-free-kidney-screening-to-50-more-branches</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mercury-drug-to-expand-free-kidney-screening-to-50-more-branches</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Local drugstore chain Mercury Drug Corp. plans to expand its free kidney screening program to 50 more branches, aiming to help more Filipinos avoid the catastrophic complications of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). “We are expanding the kidney screening to 50 branches to bring pre-screening for blood sugar, blood pressure, and kidney health through Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mercury, Drug, expand, free, kidney, screening, more, branches</media:keywords>
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<title>Frasco exits DoT, named as presidential adviser</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frasco-exits-dot-named-as-presidential-adviser</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frasco-exits-dot-named-as-presidential-adviser</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has reassigned Christina G. Frasco as a Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities on Thursday after serving as the tourism secretary for over three years. In a statement relayed by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro, the move to reassign Ms. Frasco to a climate-related post is […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Frasco, exits, DoT, named, presidential, adviser</media:keywords>
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<title>Metrobank launches new Toyota Platinum Card</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/metrobank-launches-new-toyota-platinum-card</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/metrobank-launches-new-toyota-platinum-card</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ METROPOLITAN Bank &amp; Trust Co. (Metrobank), Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP), and Mastercard on Tuesday launched the Toyota Platinum Card, which is designed for motorists as it offers benefits that will let them save on mobility-related expenses. The new co-branded card offers a 3% rebate on toll fees and gas stations here and abroad, with […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Metrobank, launches, new, Toyota, Platinum, Card</media:keywords>
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<title>Shifts in Filipino values and priorities: Being well, finding balance, keeping the faith</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shifts-in-filipino-values-and-priorities-being-well-finding-balance-keeping-the-faith</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shifts-in-filipino-values-and-priorities-being-well-finding-balance-keeping-the-faith</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Acumen’s Project Alphabet, undertaken in 2025, showed movements in the top five values that influence behavior and decisions among Filipinos across generations compared with the study 10 years earlier. So, what has changed? In the decade between 2015 and 2025, a major shift took place in the Filipino psyche. Acumen’s Project Alphabet research study in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shifts, Filipino, values, and, priorities:, Being, well, finding, balance, keeping, the, faith</media:keywords>
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<title>Razon is the richest Filipino on Forbes world’s billionaires list</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/razon-is-the-richest-filipino-on-forbes-worlds-billionaires-list</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/razon-is-the-richest-filipino-on-forbes-worlds-billionaires-list</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter Ports and casino tycoon Enrique K. Razon, Jr. saw his net worth surge over 50% to $16.5 billion, making him the richest Filipino on the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List. According to the Forbes list, there were 15 billionaires from the Philippines, led by Mr. Razon. Mr. Razon climbed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Razon, the, richest, Filipino, Forbes, world’s, billionaires, list</media:keywords>
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<title>FDI net inflows slump to five&amp;amp;year low in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-fiveyear-low-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-slump-to-fiveyear-low-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Net inflows of foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines plummeted to $7.791 billion in 2025, its lowest level in five years, preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) data showed. This was the lowest yearly FDI level since 2020 or when net inflows slumped to $6.822 billion. Excluding the pandemic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FDI, net, inflows, slump, five&amp;year, low, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>Oil shock to bring inflation above 4%</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/oil-shock-to-bring-inflation-above-4</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/oil-shock-to-bring-inflation-above-4</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE IRAN war could trim 0.2-0.3% from the Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year, as the oil shock could drive inflation to above 4% this year, Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan said on Tuesday, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oil, shock, bring, inflation, above</media:keywords>
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<title>Lags Returns With Emotional New Single ‘Pansamantala’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lags-returns-with-emotional-new-single-pansamantala</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lags-returns-with-emotional-new-single-pansamantala</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ After taking a year-long hiatus from releasing music, singer-songwriter Lags officially marks his return with the heartfelt new ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:41 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Lags, Returns, With, Emotional, New, Single, ‘Pansamantala’</media:keywords>
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<title>SPYAIR Ignites ‘STILL ON FIRE’ Ahead Of Upcoming Album RE&#45;BIRTH – Now Available</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/spyair-ignites-still-on-fire-ahead-of-upcoming-album-re-birth-now-available</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/spyair-ignites-still-on-fire-ahead-of-upcoming-album-re-birth-now-available</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tokyo, Japan – Following the release of the single “Kill the Noise,” iconic Japanese rock band SPYAIR keeps the flames ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:35 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SPYAIR, Ignites, ‘STILL, FIRE’, Ahead, Upcoming, Album, RE-BIRTH, –, Now, Available</media:keywords>
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<title>Kiro Akiyama Gets Vulnerable on ‘DO NOT DISTURB,’ A Glimpse Into 5th Album Magic if</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kiro-akiyama-gets-vulnerable-on-do-not-disturb-a-glimpse-into-5th-albummagic-if</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kiro-akiyama-gets-vulnerable-on-do-not-disturb-a-glimpse-into-5th-albummagic-if</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tokyo, Japan — Ahead of his fifth album Magic if, scheduled for March 11, rising Japanese artist Kiro Akiyama unveils ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:29 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kiro, Akiyama, Gets, Vulnerable, ‘DO, NOT, DISTURB, ’, Glimpse, Into, 5th, Album Magic</media:keywords>
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<title>Rising Pop Artist Chael Ignites the Music Scene with New Single ‘Slow Burn’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rising-pop-artist-chael-ignites-the-music-scene-with-new-single-slow-burn</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rising-pop-artist-chael-ignites-the-music-scene-with-new-single-slow-burn</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rising pop artist Chael, known to fans online as @chaelanthony, is making waves in the music scene with ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:20 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rising, Pop, Artist, Chael, Ignites, the, Music, Scene, with, New, Single, ‘Slow, Burn’</media:keywords>
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<title>Anne Hathaway’s Eerie Pop Thriller ‘Mother Mary’ Arrives in Philippine Cinemas this April</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/anne-hathaways-eerie-pop-thriller-mother-maryarrives-in-philippine-cinemas-this-april</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/anne-hathaways-eerie-pop-thriller-mother-maryarrives-in-philippine-cinemas-this-april</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Anne Hathaway’s pop psychological thriller Mother Mary, will hit Philippine cinemas on April 22, 2026, exclusively distributed by ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Anne, Hathaway’s, Eerie, Pop, Thriller, ‘Mother, Mary’ Arrives, Philippine, Cinemas, this, April</media:keywords>
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<title>DOST&amp;amp;amp;PAGASA upgrades key weather facilities in Iloilo</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dostpagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo-12950</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dostpagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo-12950</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) on Friday marked a major step in the country’s weather modernization program with the launch of two key infrastructure projects in Iloilo. The agency inaugurated the Iloilo S-Band Radar Facility and held the groundbreaking of a new synoptic station. The radar facility, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>DOST&#45;PAGASA upgrades key weather facilities in Iloilo</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-pagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-pagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) on Friday marked a major step in the country’s weather modernization program with the launch of two key infrastructure projects in Iloilo. The agency inaugurated the Iloilo S-Band Radar Facility and held the groundbreaking of a new synoptic station. The radar facility, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>GCash empowers MSMEs, drives financial literacy and digital inclusion through Wais Tindera Caravan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-empowers-msmes-drives-financial-literacy-and-digital-inclusion-through-wais-tindera-caravan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-empowers-msmes-drives-financial-literacy-and-digital-inclusion-through-wais-tindera-caravan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sari-sari stores, local carinderias, and other micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are the driving force behind the Philippines’ nearly P30-trillion economy.  Often referred to as its backbone, MSMEs represent 99.6% of all business establishments and generate 67% of total employment. However, these establishments face persistent challenges that limit growth and resilience. Most sari-sari stores […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCash, empowers, MSMEs, drives, financial, literacy, and, digital, inclusion, through, Wais, Tindera, Caravan</media:keywords>
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<title>DOST&amp;amp;PAGASA upgrades key weather facilities in Iloilo</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dostpagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dostpagasa-upgrades-key-weather-facilities-in-iloilo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) on Friday marked a major step in the country’s weather modernization program with the launch of two key infrastructure projects in Iloilo. The agency inaugurated the Iloilo S-Band Radar Facility and held the groundbreaking of a new synoptic station. The radar facility, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DOST&amp;PAGASA, upgrades, key, weather, facilities, Iloilo</media:keywords>
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<title>DepEd eyes new performance rating framework for teachers</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-eyes-new-performance-rating-framework-for-teachers</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-eyes-new-performance-rating-framework-for-teachers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Education (DepEd) said on Thursday that it is currently developing an improved framework to assess the performance of public school teachers, following concerns about the current classroom observation policy. “The Department is currently working on a policy that focuses on teachers’ growth and performance,” it said in a statement. The agency noted […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DepEd, eyes, new, performance, rating, framework, for, teachers</media:keywords>
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<title>Factory output slows in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/factory-output-slows-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/factory-output-slows-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Manufacturing output eased to a two-month low in January dragged by contractions in food and transport equipment as well as sluggish growth in other non-metallic mineral products, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Preliminary results of the PSA’s latest Monthly Integrated Survey of Selected Industries (MISSI) showed factory output, as measured by the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Factory, output, slows, January</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL wholesale price growth slows down in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-wholesale-price-growth-slows-down-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-wholesale-price-growth-slows-down-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Price growth of wholesale goods eased to an over six-year low of 1.6% in January dragged by slower annual increase in chemicals including animal and vegetable oils and fats, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Preliminary data from the PSA showed the general wholesale price index (GWPI) at the national level slowed down […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, wholesale, price, growth, slows, down, January</media:keywords>
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<title>Final Season of ‘Heartbreak High’ Arrives March 25 on Netflix</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/final-season-of-heartbreak-high-arrives-march-25-on-netflix</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/final-season-of-heartbreak-high-arrives-march-25-on-netflix</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The third and final season for the International Emmys-winning youth-oriented series from Australia–“Heartbreak High”–is coming to Netflix this ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Final, Season, ‘Heartbreak, High’, Arrives, March, Netflix</media:keywords>
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<title>PLDT Enterprise Strengthens Partnership with First Philippine Industrial Park to Bolster Digital Infrastructure for Industrial Locators</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-strengthens-partnership-with-first-philippine-industrial-park-to-bolster-digital-infrastructure-for-industrial-locators</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-strengthens-partnership-with-first-philippine-industrial-park-to-bolster-digital-infrastructure-for-industrial-locators</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Expanding reach to support more locators with reliable connectivity and integrated ICT solutions Batangas, Philippines — PLDT Enterprise ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PLDT, Enterprise, Strengthens, Partnership, with, First, Philippine, Industrial, Park, Bolster, Digital, Infrastructure, for, Industrial, Locators</media:keywords>
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<title>Marian Rivera Happy with Vivo V70, POP MART Zsiga Collab</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marian-rivera-happy-with-vivo-v70-pop-mart-zsiga-collab</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marian-rivera-happy-with-vivo-v70-pop-mart-zsiga-collab</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Cheers and camera flashes filled The Block at SM North EDSA as vivo officially unveiled ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Marian, Rivera, Happy, with, Vivo, V70, POP, MART, Zsiga, Collab</media:keywords>
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<title>Elijah Announces New Album ‘South II’ A Coming&#45;of&#45;Age Hip&#45;Hop &amp;amp; R&amp;amp;B Project Rooted in Memory, Brotherhood, and Self&#45;Discovery</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/elijah-announces-new-album-south-ii-a-coming-of-age-hip-hop-rb-project-rooted-in-memory-brotherhood-and-self-discovery</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/elijah-announces-new-album-south-ii-a-coming-of-age-hip-hop-rb-project-rooted-in-memory-brotherhood-and-self-discovery</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Manila, Philippines — Actor Elijah Canlas, who performs musically under the name “elijah,” announces the release of his ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Elijah, Announces, New, Album, ‘South, II’, Coming-of-Age, Hip-Hop, R&amp;B, Project, Rooted, Memory, Brotherhood, and, Self-Discovery</media:keywords>
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<title>Vivo X300 Ultra Showcased at MWC 2026: Transforming Professional Creation with Cutting&#45;Edge Video Capabilities</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-ultra-showcased-at-mwc-2026-transforming-professional-creation-with-cutting-edge-video-capabilities</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-ultra-showcased-at-mwc-2026-transforming-professional-creation-with-cutting-edge-video-capabilities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Barcelona, Spain, March 3, 2026 – Today at MWC 2026, vivo officially unveiled the groundbreaking video capabilities of ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vivo, X300, Ultra, Showcased, MWC, 2026:, Transforming, Professional, Creation, with, Cutting-Edge, Video, Capabilities</media:keywords>
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<title>Budget gap exceeds ceiling in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/budget-gap-exceeds-ceiling-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/budget-gap-exceeds-ceiling-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) budget deficit breached its 2025 ceiling after the main tax agencies missed their collection targets and state spending slowed amid a corruption scandal, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Budget, gap, exceeds, ceiling, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>Disney Adventure arrives in Singapore</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/disney-adventure-arrives-in-singapore</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/disney-adventure-arrives-in-singapore</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Disney Cruise Line’s (DCL) newest cruise ship, the Disney Adventure, arrived on Tuesday at its new home port of Singapore, as it prepares for its maiden voyage on March 10. “The arrival of the Disney Adventure in Singapore marks a significant milestone in our global expansion, introducing Disney cruising to Asia for the very first […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Disney, Adventure, arrives, Singapore</media:keywords>
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<title>When good intentions get misread</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/when-good-intentions-get-misread</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/when-good-intentions-get-misread</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Why generational fluency matters Since 2014, Acumen has led a multi-year generational study in the Philippines, mapping the shifting values, fears, and aspirations that drive behavior and decision-making. Project Alphabet is the latest in this series of studies conducted in 2025, with data and insights that can help companies better understand the evolving multi-generational Philippine […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>When, good, intentions, get, misread</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine House panel finds ‘substance’ in VP Duterte’s ouster case</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-house-panel-finds-substance-in-vp-dutertes-ouster-case</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-house-panel-finds-substance-in-vp-dutertes-ouster-case</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A congressional panel on Wednesday found the complaints against Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio to be sufficient in “substance,” moving the cases forward to a full inquiry that will determine whether the charges should be elevated to the Senate for trial.  The House of Representatives Justice Committee approved two remaining impeachment complaints against Ms. Duterte after earlier striking out one that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, House, panel, finds, ‘substance’, Duterte’s, ouster, case</media:keywords>
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<title>Cocolife Healthcare extends care through telehealth partnerships</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cocolife-healthcare-extends-care-through-telehealth-partnerships</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cocolife-healthcare-extends-care-through-telehealth-partnerships</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At a time when convenience, accessibility, and efficiency are much sought in healthcare, Cocolife Healthcare continues their commitment to raise the standard. As the Philippines’ first ISO-certified healthcare program provider, Cocolife Healthcare is dedicated to serve Filipino families by forging strategic partnerships with three leading digital health platforms: Doctor Anywhere, HiDoc, and KonsultaMD. Last December, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cocolife, Healthcare, extends, care, through, telehealth, partnerships</media:keywords>
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<title>Alex Eala debuts in 2026 Indian Wells Open among the top seeds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-debuts-in-2026-indian-wells-open-among-the-top-seeds</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-debuts-in-2026-indian-wells-open-among-the-top-seeds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ALEXANDRA “ALEX” EALA slightly slid in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings ahead of her highly-anticipated debut in the 2026 Indian Wells Open (or BNP Paribas Open) in California, where she is among the top seeds, this weekend. From soaring to a career-best ranking of No. 31 last week on the heels of a stellar […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alex, Eala, debuts, 2026, Indian, Wells, Open, among, the, top, seeds</media:keywords>
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<title>NU eyes quick UAAP Season 88 payback against winless UE</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nu-eyes-quick-uaap-season-88-payback-against-winless-ue</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nu-eyes-quick-uaap-season-88-payback-against-winless-ue</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ AFTER absorbing its first scar, National University (NU) guns for a quick vengeance against cellar-dweller University of the East (UE) to stabilize its title defense in the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>eyes, quick, UAAP, Season, payback, against, winless</media:keywords>
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<title>Bong Go pushes for naturalization of Boatwright</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bong-go-pushes-for-naturalization-of-boatwright</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bong-go-pushes-for-naturalization-of-boatwright</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SENATOR Christopher Lawrence “Bong” T. Go batted for the naturalization of Bennie Boatwright to help Gilas Pilipinas upgrade for future battles. Mr. Go, chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports and co-author of Senate Bill No. 1595 that seeks to grant Philippine citizenship to Mr. Boatwright, said the 6-foot-10 forward will enable Gilas to address […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bong, pushes, for, naturalization, Boatwright</media:keywords>
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<title>Klook: Japan remains the top spring destination among Filipinos</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/klook-japan-remains-the-top-spring-destination-among-filipinos</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/klook-japan-remains-the-top-spring-destination-among-filipinos</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Travel and leisure booking platform Klook said Japan is seeing an increased interest in multiple destination itineraries among Filipinos, as the country maintains its spot as the top destination for the spring season. “Spring Travel is always a must for Filipinos looking to escape the summer heat and to enjoy unique seasonal experiences,” Klook Philippines […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Klook:, Japan, remains, the, top, spring, destination, among, Filipinos</media:keywords>
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<title>Green on Dončić trade</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/green-on-doncic-trade</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/green-on-doncic-trade</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There is a particular edge to the way Draymond Green chooses his battles. He does not drift into the fray; he invariably insinuates himself, shoulders squared. Which was why no one batted an eyelash when he chose to take on the media ecosystem that engulfed Nico Harrison after the latter’s shocking decision to trade perennial […] ]]></description>
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<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>2X Grammy&#45;Winning Artist Laufey Announces Deluxe Edition of Grammy&#45;Winning Album ‘A Matter Of Time: The Final Hour’ Out April 10 + New Song ‘How I Get’ Out Now</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/2x-grammy-winning-artist-laufey-announces-deluxe-edition-of-grammy-winning-album-a-matter-of-time-the-final-hour-out-april-10-new-song-how-i-get-out-now</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/2x-grammy-winning-artist-laufey-announces-deluxe-edition-of-grammy-winning-album-a-matter-of-time-the-final-hour-out-april-10-new-song-how-i-get-out-now</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “…her singular spot in modern music makes ‘A Matter of Time’ so triumphant: her latest full-length sounds unstuck from sonic ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:28 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Stream Live, Win Vivo V70 with Marian Rivera</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/stream-live-win-vivo-v70-with-marian-rivera</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/stream-live-win-vivo-v70-with-marian-rivera</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Online viewers will have the chance to win a brand-new vivo V70 as vivo Philippines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:24 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Stream, Live, Win, Vivo, V70, with, Marian, Rivera</media:keywords>
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<title>A Pamana of Commitment: Decades of Service That Shaped PLDT</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-pamana-of-commitment-decades-of-service-that-shaped-pldt</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-pamana-of-commitment-decades-of-service-that-shaped-pldt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For PLDT customers, reliable service is built on more than technology and infrastructure. It is powered by people ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:20 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pamana, Commitment:, Decades, Service, That, Shaped, PLDT</media:keywords>
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<title>All Of The Noise 2026 Expands to 3 Days, Amplifying Filipino and Asian Music on the Global Stage</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/all-of-the-noise-2026-expands-to-3-days-amplifying-filipino-and-asian-music-on-the-global-stage</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/all-of-the-noise-2026-expands-to-3-days-amplifying-filipino-and-asian-music-on-the-global-stage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Live performances, documentary premieres, networking sessions, and industry talks converge in TRIN’s most expansive edition yet. The Rest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>All, The, Noise, 2026, Expands, Days, Amplifying, Filipino, and, Asian, Music, the, Global, Stage</media:keywords>
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<title>Nissin Is Having a Moment—and It’s Serving Good Vibes Everywhere</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nissin-is-having-a-momentand-its-serving-good-vibes-everywhere</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nissin-is-having-a-momentand-its-serving-good-vibes-everywhere</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some brands start out as everyday essentials—but somewhere along the way, they evolve into full-on pop culture icons. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nissin, Having, Moment—and, It’s, Serving, Good, Vibes, Everywhere</media:keywords>
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<title>BDO net profit hits all&amp;amp;amp;time high of P87.17 billion in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-alltime-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025-12901</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-alltime-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025-12901</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BDO UNIBANK, Inc. saw its net profit rise to another all-time high in 2025 on the strength of its core businesses. The bank’s attributable net income climbed by 6.28% to P87.17 billion last year from P82.019 billion in 2024, it said in a disclosure to the stock exchange on Friday. This translated to a return […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NCR retail price growth hit 2&amp;amp;amp;year high in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2year-high-in-january-12900</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2year-high-in-january-12900</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Pierce Oel A. Montalvo, Researcher Retail price growth of general goods in the National Capital Region (NCR) grew to its fastest pace in two years in January, fueled by the spike in food prices, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said in a report on Friday. Preliminary data from the PSA showed price growth in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BDO net profit hits all&#45;time high of P87.17 billion in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-all-time-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-all-time-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BDO UNIBANK, Inc. saw its net profit rise to another all-time high in 2025 on the strength of its core businesses. The bank’s attributable net income climbed by 6.28% to P87.17 billion last year from P82.019 billion in 2024, it said in a disclosure to the stock exchange on Friday. This translated to a return […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NCR retail price growth hit 2&#45;year high in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2-year-high-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2-year-high-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Pierce Oel A. Montalvo, Researcher Retail price growth of general goods in the National Capital Region (NCR) grew to its fastest pace in two years in January, fueled by the spike in food prices, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said in a report on Friday. Preliminary data from the PSA showed price growth in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NCR, retail, price, growth, hit, 2-year, high, January</media:keywords>
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<title>Business sentiment stays upbeat, BSP survey says</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/business-sentiment-stays-upbeat-bsp-survey-says</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter BUSINESSES remained optimistic in January as they expect higher consumer demand and better processes, with their outlooks for the quarter and year ahead also becoming more positive, results of the the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) inaugural monthly business expectations survey (BES) showed. The central bank’s BES for January showed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Business, sentiment, stays, upbeat, BSP, survey, says</media:keywords>
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<title>Trade deficit narrows to $4.05 billion in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/trade-deficit-narrows-to-405-billion-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/trade-deficit-narrows-to-405-billion-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Matthew Miguel L. Castillo, Researcher The country’s trade-in-goods deficit narrowed by 17.8% year on year in January as exports growth moderated while imports declined, the Philippine Statistics Authority reported on Friday. Preliminary data from PSA showed trade balance in goods — the difference between the values of merchandise exports and imports — reached a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BDO net profit hits all&amp;amp;time high of P87.17 billion in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-alltime-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-net-profit-hits-alltime-high-of-p8717-billion-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BDO UNIBANK, Inc. saw its net profit rise to another all-time high in 2025 on the strength of its core businesses. The bank’s attributable net income climbed by 6.28% to P87.17 billion last year from P82.019 billion in 2024, it said in a disclosure to the stock exchange on Friday. This translated to a return […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NCR retail price growth hit 2&amp;amp;year high in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2year-high-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncr-retail-price-growth-hit-2year-high-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Pierce Oel A. Montalvo, Researcher Retail price growth of general goods in the National Capital Region (NCR) grew to its fastest pace in two years in January, fueled by the spike in food prices, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said in a report on Friday. Preliminary data from the PSA showed price growth in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>February inflation likely between 2.3% and 3.1% – central bank</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/february-inflation-likely-between-23-and-31-central-bank</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ INCREASED PRICES of rice, fish and fuel and higher electricity rates may have pushed up inflation in February, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said on Friday. Based on the central bank’s month-ahead forecast, the consumer price index likely accelerated to between 2.3% and 3.1% this month. If realized, this would be faster than the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>February, inflation, likely, between, 2.3, and, 3.1, –, central, bank</media:keywords>
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<title>Zack Tabudlo Brings Together Robledo Timido, Nateman, and Paul N Ballin on New Track ‘Tunay’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/zack-tabudlo-brings-together-robledo-timido-nateman-and-paul-n-ballin-on-new-track-tunay</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/zack-tabudlo-brings-together-robledo-timido-nateman-and-paul-n-ballin-on-new-track-tunay</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zack Tabudlo returns with “Tunay,” a heartfelt track that reframes modern panliligaw through sincerity, respect, and genuine intention. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zack, Tabudlo, Brings, Together, Robledo, Timido, Nateman, and, Paul, Ballin, New, Track, ‘Tunay’</media:keywords>
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<title>Coco Elevates Action in Explosive and Emotional Last 3 Weeks of ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/coco-elevates-action-in-explosive-and-emotional-last-3-weeks-of-fpjs-batang-quiapo</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/coco-elevates-action-in-explosive-and-emotional-last-3-weeks-of-fpjs-batang-quiapo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Ito ang pinakamalaking show na nagawa ko.” Primetime King Coco Martin proudly remarked that the highly anticipated finale ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Coco, Elevates, Action, Explosive, and, Emotional, Last, Weeks, ‘FPJ’s, Batang, Quiapo’</media:keywords>
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<title>Star Cinema’s ‘Meet, Greet &amp;amp; Bye’ Rules Netflix PH’s Top 10 Movies</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/star-cinemas-meet-greet-bye-rules-netflix-phs-top-10-movies</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/star-cinemas-meet-greet-bye-rules-netflix-phs-top-10-movies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Meet, Greet &amp; Bye,” one of the country’s top-grossing films in 2025 from Star Cinema starring Piolo Pascual, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Star, Cinema’s, ‘Meet, Greet, Bye’, Rules, Netflix, PH’s, Top, Movies</media:keywords>
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<title>Protein as a Daily Foundation for Strength, Energy and Performance</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/protein-as-a-daily-foundation-for-strength-energy-and-performance</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/protein-as-a-daily-foundation-for-strength-energy-and-performance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Manila, 23 February 2026 – Protein is often associated with athletes, gym routines or weight goals, but its role in the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Protein, Daily, Foundation, for, Strength, Energy, and, Performance</media:keywords>
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<title>BLACKPINK’s Ji Soo Teams Up with Seo In&#45;Guk in Upcoming Netflix Rom&#45;com Series ‘Boyfriend on Demand’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blackpinks-ji-soo-teams-up-with-seo-in-guk-in-upcoming-netflix-rom-com-series-boyfriend-on-demand</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blackpinks-ji-soo-teams-up-with-seo-in-guk-in-upcoming-netflix-rom-com-series-boyfriend-on-demand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Netflix is releasing this March Boyfriend on Demand (WT), starring Jisoo of the K-pop girl group BLACKPINK and ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BLACKPINK’s, Soo, Teams, with, Seo, In-Guk, Upcoming, Netflix, Rom-com, Series, ‘Boyfriend, Demand’</media:keywords>
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<title>AI&amp;amp;amp;driven cyberattacks now breach systems in 72 minutes, study finds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/aidriven-cyberattacks-now-breach-systems-in-72-minutes-study-finds-12877</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/aidriven-cyberattacks-now-breach-systems-in-72-minutes-study-finds-12877</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The window to stop a cyberattack has plummeted to just over an hour as attackers leverage artificial intelligence (AI), according to the 2026 Unit 42 Global Incident Response Report, noting that organizations must immediately align their operations with attacker speed. The findings are based on a review of more than 750 incidents in 2025, which […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AI&amp;ampdriven, cyberattacks, now, breach, systems, minutes, study, finds</media:keywords>
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<title>Eala soars to new career&amp;amp;amp;best No. 31 in the WTA rankings</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-soars-to-new-careerbest-no-31-in-the-wta-rankings-12876</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-soars-to-new-careerbest-no-31-in-the-wta-rankings-12876</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ AND the legend of Alexandra “Alex” Eala reaches a new high. The Filipina sensation moved closer to the world tennis titans, resetting her career-best to No. 31 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings following an impressive campaign in the WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships over the weekend. Ms. Eala, 20, made it […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eala, soars, new, career&amp;ampbest, No., the, WTA, rankings</media:keywords>
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<title>MPTC revives a 14&amp;amp;amp;stage Tour of Luzon 26: Heritage in Motion</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mptc-revives-a-14stage-tour-of-luzon-26-heritage-in-motion-12875</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mptc-revives-a-14stage-tour-of-luzon-26-heritage-in-motion-12875</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE dream of a Filipino racing in the Tour de France lives on. “The reason cycling is one of the most popular sporting events in the country is because it reaches mostly the poorest,” said Manny V. Pangilinan, who chairs the MVP Group of Companies during Monday’s MPTC Tour of Luzon (ToL) 26: Heritage in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>MPTC, revives, 14&amp;ampstage, Tour, Luzon, 26:, Heritage, Motion</media:keywords>
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<title>SEC Chair Lim says governance to drive capital market growth</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sec-chair-lim-says-governance-to-drive-capital-market-growth</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sec-chair-lim-says-governance-to-drive-capital-market-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GOOD GOVERNANCE is key to capital market growth and retaining investor confidence, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said on Monday, as the Philippines faces local and external headwinds this year. In his keynote address during BusinessWorld Insights Stock Market Outlook 2026, SEC Chairperson Francis Ed. Lim said external risks such as rising global interest […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SEC, Chair, Lim, says, governance, drive, capital, market, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL foreign debt service bill drops at end&#45;Nov.</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-foreign-debt-service-bill-drops-at-end-nov</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-foreign-debt-service-bill-drops-at-end-nov</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ external debt service burden fell for a sixth straight month as it continued to record lower principal and interest payments at end-November, preliminary central bank data showed.  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, foreign, debt, service, bill, drops, end-Nov.</media:keywords>
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<title>Bill to scrap travel tax progresses</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bill-to-scrap-travel-tax-progresses</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bill-to-scrap-travel-tax-progresses</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A HOUSE of Representatives committee on Monday approved a proposal to abolish the Philippines’ travel tax that critics say is burdensome and adds costs for Filipino overseas travelers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bill, scrap, travel, tax, progresses</media:keywords>
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<title>DBP senior official cited as ‘Audit Executive of the Year’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbp-senior-official-cited-as-audit-executive-of-the-year</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dbp-senior-official-cited-as-audit-executive-of-the-year</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An international group of audit practitioners has named a senior executive of state-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) as “Chief Audit Executive of the Year”, citing his contributions in elevating the internal audit function in the government service. Senior Vice-President Ryan R. Gabinete, head of DBP’s internal audit group, was recently conferred the honor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DBP, senior, official, cited, ‘Audit, Executive, the, Year’</media:keywords>
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<title>Total lunar eclipse to be visible on March 3 – PAGASA</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/total-lunar-eclipse-to-be-visible-on-march-3-pagasa</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/total-lunar-eclipse-to-be-visible-on-march-3-pagasa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total lunar eclipse will be observable in Manila and parts of the country for about an hour on March 3, Tuesday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday. If skies are clear, the maximum eclipse, or the phenomenon’s peak, is expected at 7:34 pm, PAGASA said in an […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Total, lunar, eclipse, visible, March, –, PAGASA</media:keywords>
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<title>PhilHealth should include urine test for detecting signs of kidney  disease – health advocate</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philhealth-should-include-urine-test-for-detecting-signs-of-kidney-disease-health-advocate</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philhealth-should-include-urine-test-for-detecting-signs-of-kidney-disease-health-advocate</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is urged to include a laboratory test that detects early signs of kidney disease in its ongoing Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) to curb the catastrophic costs of the illness, an advocate said on Friday. Reynaldo S. Abacan Jr., president of Dialysis PH Support Group Inc., said that although PhilHealth […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PhilHealth, should, include, urine, test, for, detecting, signs, kidney , disease, –, health, advocate</media:keywords>
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<title>AI&amp;amp;driven cyberattacks now breach systems in 72 minutes, study finds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/aidriven-cyberattacks-now-breach-systems-in-72-minutes-study-finds</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/aidriven-cyberattacks-now-breach-systems-in-72-minutes-study-finds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The window to stop a cyberattack has plummeted to just over an hour as attackers leverage artificial intelligence (AI), according to the 2026 Unit 42 Global Incident Response Report, noting that organizations must immediately align their operations with attacker speed. The findings are based on a review of more than 750 incidents in 2025, which […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AI&amp;driven, cyberattacks, now, breach, systems, minutes, study, finds</media:keywords>
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<title>Eala soars to new career&amp;amp;best No. 31 in the WTA rankings</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-soars-to-new-careerbest-no-31-in-the-wta-rankings</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-soars-to-new-careerbest-no-31-in-the-wta-rankings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ AND the legend of Alexandra “Alex” Eala reaches a new high. The Filipina sensation moved closer to the world tennis titans, resetting her career-best to No. 31 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings following an impressive campaign in the WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships over the weekend. Ms. Eala, 20, made it […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eala, soars, new, career&amp;best, No., the, WTA, rankings</media:keywords>
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<title>MPTC revives a 14&amp;amp;stage Tour of Luzon 26: Heritage in Motion</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mptc-revives-a-14stage-tour-of-luzon-26-heritage-in-motion</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mptc-revives-a-14stage-tour-of-luzon-26-heritage-in-motion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE dream of a Filipino racing in the Tour de France lives on. “The reason cycling is one of the most popular sporting events in the country is because it reaches mostly the poorest,” said Manny V. Pangilinan, who chairs the MVP Group of Companies during Monday’s MPTC Tour of Luzon (ToL) 26: Heritage in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>MPTC, revives, 14&amp;stage, Tour, Luzon, 26:, Heritage, Motion</media:keywords>
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<title>Blu Girls join WBSC World Cup Group Stage as wild card</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blu-girls-join-wbsc-world-cup-group-stage-as-wild-card</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blu-girls-join-wbsc-world-cup-group-stage-as-wild-card</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippine women’s softball team was given wild card entry to the WBSC World Cup Group Stage where it will have a chance to make next year’s finals set in Australia and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Blu Girls received the spot after Uganda withdrew from the group of world No. 1 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Blu, Girls, join, WBSC, World, Cup, Group, Stage, wild, card</media:keywords>
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<title>muque Unleashes Dark Fantasy Thriller ‘DARK GAME’ – Cinematic MV Out Now</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/muqueunleashes-dark-fantasy-thriller-dark-game-cinematic-mv-out-now</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/muqueunleashes-dark-fantasy-thriller-dark-game-cinematic-mv-out-now</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Blending trap beats, orchestral tension and eerie visuals, muque’s latest release throws listeners into a night where humans and ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:31 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>muque Unleashes, Dark, Fantasy, Thriller, ‘DARK, GAME’, –, Cinematic, Out, Now</media:keywords>
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<title>‘One Piece’ Returns to Crunchyroll on April 5 with the Start of the Elbaph Arc</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/one-piece-returns-to-crunchyroll-on-april-5-with-the-start-of-the-elbaph-arc</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/one-piece-returns-to-crunchyroll-on-april-5-with-the-start-of-the-elbaph-arc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Plus: Final Egghead Arc English Dub Batch Arrives Starting  March 24, 2026  WHAT:  Toei Animation and Crunchyroll today ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘One, Piece’, Returns, Crunchyroll, April, with, the, Start, the, Elbaph, Arc</media:keywords>
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<title>BGYO Delivers ‘Fresh’ Vibes in New Single</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bgyo-delivers-fresh-vibes-in-new-single</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bgyo-delivers-fresh-vibes-in-new-single</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BGYO members Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate continue to refine their sound with the release of “Fresh,” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BGYO, Delivers, ‘Fresh’, Vibes, New, Single</media:keywords>
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<title>Prime Video Introduces First Look at ‘The Silent Noise’ – A Raw Filipino Crime Drama Starring Angelica Panganiban and Zanjoe Marudo</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/prime-video-introduces-first-look-at-the-silent-noise-a-raw-filipino-crime-drama-starring-angelica-panganiban-and-zanjoe-marudo</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/prime-video-introduces-first-look-at-the-silent-noise-a-raw-filipino-crime-drama-starring-angelica-panganiban-and-zanjoe-marudo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A much-awaited Filipino crime drama starring Angelica Panganiban and Zanjoe Marudo in their highly anticipated series comeback premiering ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime, Video, Introduces, First, Look, ‘The, Silent, Noise’, –, Raw, Filipino, Crime, Drama, Starring, Angelica, Panganiban, and, Zanjoe, Marudo</media:keywords>
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<title>SB19 Turns Frustration into Fire with Era&#45;Defining Anthem ‘VISA’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sb19-turns-frustration-into-fire-with-era-defining-anthem-visa</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sb19-turns-frustration-into-fire-with-era-defining-anthem-visa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The P-Pop trailblazers raise the stakes with a song that channels global ambition and systemic frustration into a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SB19, Turns, Frustration, into, Fire, with, Era-Defining, Anthem, ‘VISA’</media:keywords>
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<title>Defending titlist TNT Tropang 5G enlist 7&amp;amp;amp;foot&amp;amp;amp;3 import Bol Bol</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/defending-titlist-tnt-tropang-5g-enlist-7foot3-import-bol-bol-12845</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/defending-titlist-tnt-tropang-5g-enlist-7foot3-import-bol-bol-12845</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ TNT gets the ball rolling for its PBA Commissioner’s Cup title defense by enlisting high-profile import Bol Bol. The 7-foot-3 Mr. Bol, who saw action for Denver, Orlando and Phoenix in the NBA, arrived on Thursday, eager to take on the role for the Tropang 5G in the mid-season conference that kicks off March 11. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Defending, titlist, TNT, Tropang, enlist, 7&amp;ampfoot&amp;amp3, import, Bol, Bol</media:keywords>
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<title>Quentin Millora&amp;amp;amp;Brown joins Gilas ahead of FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers second window campaign</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/quentin-millorabrown-joins-gilas-ahead-of-fiba-world-cup-asian-qualifiers-second-window-campaign-12844</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/quentin-millorabrown-joins-gilas-ahead-of-fiba-world-cup-asian-qualifiers-second-window-campaign-12844</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GILAS PILIPINAS will have big man Quentin Millora-Brown (QMB) in its arsenal for its showdown with powerhouses New Zealand and Australia, after all. This as talks between the camp of the 6-foot-10 bruiser and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) yielded a positive result, allowing him to join the Nationals for the crucial FIBA World […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Quentin, Millora&amp;ampBrown, joins, Gilas, ahead, FIBA, World, Cup, Asian, Qualifiers, second, window, campaign</media:keywords>
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<title>SureVax, Intellicare, Avega forge groundbreaking partnership to expand life&amp;amp;amp;saving rabies care</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/surevax-intellicare-avega-forge-groundbreaking-partnership-to-expand-lifesaving-rabies-care-12843</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/surevax-intellicare-avega-forge-groundbreaking-partnership-to-expand-lifesaving-rabies-care-12843</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SureVax has entered into a landmark partnership with Intellicare and Avega to dramatically expand access to life-saving rabies post-exposure care in the Philippines. The collaboration is a pioneering effort by two leading health maintenance organizations to build partnerships with a dedicated network of standalone Animal Bite Centers focused on frontline rabies treatment. The partnership also […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SureVax, Intellicare, Avega, forge, groundbreaking, partnership, expand, life&amp;ampsaving, rabies, care</media:keywords>
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<title>Amidst volatility: Preparing Philippine business for global economic realignment</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/amidst-volatility-preparing-philippine-business-for-global-economic-realignment</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/amidst-volatility-preparing-philippine-business-for-global-economic-realignment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the world faces escalating geopolitical risks, shifting trade alliances, and technological disruption, the Philippine government and business leaders are preparing to navigate a more volatile global economic landscape. In response, a landmark series of panel discussions will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and policymakers to chart strategies for resilience, innovation, and competitiveness. Looking […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Amidst, volatility:, Preparing, Philippine, business, for, global, economic, realignment</media:keywords>
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<title>FNG launches Grow 1,000 initiative at Riverpark in Cavite</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fng-launches-grow-1000-initiative-at-riverpark-in-cavite</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fng-launches-grow-1000-initiative-at-riverpark-in-cavite</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Federal Land NRE Global, Inc. (FNG), the joint venture between Federal Land, Inc. and Japan’s Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., marked a significant milestone with the successful kickoff of Grow 1,000: Planting 1,000 trees for a greener, stronger future, at Riverpark, Federal Land’s 600-hectare master planned estate, on Jan. 31, 2026. During the event, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FNG, launches, Grow, 1, 000, initiative, Riverpark, Cavite</media:keywords>
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<title>Design redefined: PIFS and Interior &amp;amp; Design Manila 2026 set to transform Filipino living spaces this March</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/design-redefined-pifs-and-interior-design-manila-2026-set-to-transform-filipino-living-spaces-this-march</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/design-redefined-pifs-and-interior-design-manila-2026-set-to-transform-filipino-living-spaces-this-march</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the boundaries between work, wellness, and home continue to blur, the Philippines’ premier design events are returning to address the evolving needs of the modern Filipino. The Philippine International Furniture Show (PIFS) and Interior &amp; Design Manila (IDM) will take place back-to-back at the SMX Convention Center Manila from March 5 to 7, 2026, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Design, redefined:, PIFS, and, Interior, Design, Manila, 2026, set, transform, Filipino, living, spaces, this, March</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines seeks more loans from Japan this year</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-seeks-more-loans-from-japan-this-year</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-seeks-more-loans-from-japan-this-year</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Reporter THE PHILIPPINE government is looking to sign 11 additional loan agreements valued at ¥371 billion (around P139 billion) in a bid to fast-track infrastructure projects after a corruption scandal slowed public spending, the Department of Finance (DoF) said. “We are targeting, this 2026, the signing of 11 additional loan […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, seeks, more, loans, from, Japan, this, year</media:keywords>
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<title>Kanlaon Volcano records explosive eruption, ash emission in 24 hours</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kanlaon-volcano-records-explosive-eruption-ash-emission-in-24-hours</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kanlaon-volcano-records-explosive-eruption-ash-emission-in-24-hours</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island recorded one moderately explosive eruption and one ash emission event in the past 24 hours, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) on Friday. The volcano erupted moderately at its summit crater on Thursday at 4:39 p.m., with the event lasting two minutes, PHIVOLCS said. It produced […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kanlaon, Volcano, records, explosive, eruption, ash, emission, hours</media:keywords>
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<title>Alex Eala advances to last eight of Dubai Tennis Championships</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-advances-to-last-eight-of-dubai-tennis-championships</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-advances-to-last-eight-of-dubai-tennis-championships</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ANOTHER higher-ranked opponent, another sweep. Relentless Alexandra “Alex” Eala rolled into the last 8 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, hacking out a gutsy 7-5, 6-4 win over world No. 32 Sorana Cirstea of Romania before another full capacity crowd on Thursday at the Aviation Club Tennis Centre Stadium in the United […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alex, Eala, advances, last, eight, Dubai, Tennis, Championships</media:keywords>
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<title>Defending titlist TNT Tropang 5G enlist 7&amp;amp;foot&amp;amp;3 import Bol Bol</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/defending-titlist-tnt-tropang-5g-enlist-7foot3-import-bol-bol</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/defending-titlist-tnt-tropang-5g-enlist-7foot3-import-bol-bol</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ TNT gets the ball rolling for its PBA Commissioner’s Cup title defense by enlisting high-profile import Bol Bol. The 7-foot-3 Mr. Bol, who saw action for Denver, Orlando and Phoenix in the NBA, arrived on Thursday, eager to take on the role for the Tropang 5G in the mid-season conference that kicks off March 11. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Quentin Millora&amp;amp;Brown joins Gilas ahead of FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers second window campaign</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/quentin-millorabrown-joins-gilas-ahead-of-fiba-world-cup-asian-qualifiers-second-window-campaign</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/quentin-millorabrown-joins-gilas-ahead-of-fiba-world-cup-asian-qualifiers-second-window-campaign</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GILAS PILIPINAS will have big man Quentin Millora-Brown (QMB) in its arsenal for its showdown with powerhouses New Zealand and Australia, after all. This as talks between the camp of the 6-foot-10 bruiser and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) yielded a positive result, allowing him to join the Nationals for the crucial FIBA World […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Quentin, Millora&amp;Brown, joins, Gilas, ahead, FIBA, World, Cup, Asian, Qualifiers, second, window, campaign</media:keywords>
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<title>SureVax, Intellicare, Avega forge groundbreaking partnership to expand life&amp;amp;saving rabies care</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/surevax-intellicare-avega-forge-groundbreaking-partnership-to-expand-lifesaving-rabies-care</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/surevax-intellicare-avega-forge-groundbreaking-partnership-to-expand-lifesaving-rabies-care</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SureVax has entered into a landmark partnership with Intellicare and Avega to dramatically expand access to life-saving rabies post-exposure care in the Philippines. The collaboration is a pioneering effort by two leading health maintenance organizations to build partnerships with a dedicated network of standalone Animal Bite Centers focused on frontline rabies treatment. The partnership also […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SureVax, Intellicare, Avega, forge, groundbreaking, partnership, expand, life&amp;saving, rabies, care</media:keywords>
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<title>Tanking to Cuban</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tanking-to-cuban</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tanking-to-cuban</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Conventional wisdom’s instinctive reaction to tanking has always been moral outrage. Lose on purpose? Undermine competition? Betray the paying public? The arguments are familiar, the tone indignant. And yet, when Mark Cuban recently urged the league to not just tolerate tanking but to embrace it, he did not sound like a provocateur. He came off […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tanking, Cuban</media:keywords>
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<title>Couple Goals: Why this Smartphone is the Ideal His and Hers</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/couple-goals-why-this-smartphone-is-the-ideal-his-and-hers</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/couple-goals-why-this-smartphone-is-the-ideal-his-and-hers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Love stories today are told through screens as much as through words. From first dates ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:28 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Couple, Goals:, Why, this, Smartphone, the, Ideal, His, and, Hers</media:keywords>
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<title>Ben&amp;amp;Ben Serenades Pasig Couples in Valentine’s Day Kasalang Bayan</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/benben-serenades-pasig-couples-in-valentines-day-kasalang-bayan</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/benben-serenades-pasig-couples-in-valentines-day-kasalang-bayan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Their latest single Duyan, a song about everlasting commitment, welcomes 30 couples into the married life in a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:24 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ben&amp;Ben, Serenades, Pasig, Couples, Valentine’s, Day, Kasalang, Bayan</media:keywords>
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<title>Fil&#45;Am Yvng Jin’s Music Shows Jaw&#45;Dropping Talent NOBODY Can Deny</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fil-am-yvng-jins-music-shows-jaw-dropping-talent-nobody-can-deny</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fil-am-yvng-jins-music-shows-jaw-dropping-talent-nobody-can-deny</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ 20-year-old Filipino-American Yvng Jin is fast gaining serious momentum in his young music career, and the incredibly talented ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Fil-Am, Yvng, Jin’s, Music, Shows, Jaw-Dropping, Talent, NOBODY, Can, Deny</media:keywords>
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<title>Chevon Announces First&#45;Ever Headline Show in Korea</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/chevonannounces-first-ever-headline-show-in-korea</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/chevonannounces-first-ever-headline-show-in-korea</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Seoul, get ready. Japan’s fast-rising rock force Chevon is officially heading your way. The Sapporo-born three-piece has announced ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chevon Announces, First-Ever, Headline, Show, Korea</media:keywords>
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<title>Watch ABS&#45;CBN’s Primetime Shows on ALLTV2 for a Chance to Win Up to P2.5M Total Cash Prizes</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/watch-abs-cbns-primetime-shows-on-alltv2-for-a-chance-to-win-up-to-p25m-total-cash-prizes</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/watch-abs-cbns-primetime-shows-on-alltv2-for-a-chance-to-win-up-to-p25m-total-cash-prizes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN offers a fun viewing experience on Kapamilya Channel sa ALLTV2 where viewers can enjoy watching ABS-CBN’s primetime ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Watch, ABS-CBN’s, Primetime, Shows, ALLTV2, for, Chance, Win, P2.5M, Total, Cash, Prizes</media:keywords>
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<title>UNAHCO named Marketing Company of the Year at Agora Awards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unahco-named-marketing-company-of-the-year-at-agora-awards</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unahco-named-marketing-company-of-the-year-at-agora-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Univet Nutrition and Animal Healthcare Company, Inc. (UNAHCO) secures the Marketing Company of the Year at the 44th Agora Awards, placing the agribusiness firm at the top of one of the country’s longest-running marketing recognition programs. Organizers presented the award at the Grand Ballroom of Winford Resort Manila on Feb. 11, citing the company’s integration […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UNAHCO, named, Marketing, Company, the, Year, Agora, Awards</media:keywords>
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<title>OFW remittances soar to all&#45;time high $35.63 billion in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ofw-remittances-soar-to-all-time-high-3563-billion-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ofw-remittances-soar-to-all-time-high-3563-billion-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Money sent home by Filipinos abroad jumped by 3.3% to a record high of $35.634 billion in 2025, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Monday. Based on central bank data, cash remittances rose by 4.2% to $3.522 billion in December from $3.38 billion in the same month in 2024, as overseas Filipino workers […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>OFW, remittances, soar, all-time, high, 35.63, billion, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>CoA files 4 Fraud Audit Reports worth over P275 million for Bulacan flood control projects; flags ghost projects, unauthorized relocations, and questionable accomplishments</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/coa-files-4-fraud-audit-reports-worth-over-p275-million-for-bulacan-flood-control-projects-flags-ghost-projects-unauthorized-relocations-and-questionable-accomplishments</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/coa-files-4-fraud-audit-reports-worth-over-p275-million-for-bulacan-flood-control-projects-flags-ghost-projects-unauthorized-relocations-and-questionable-accomplishments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Commission on Audit (CoA) has filed four Fraud Audit Reports (FARs) before the Office of the Ombudsman involving more than P275 million worth of flood control projects in Bulacan, citing alleged ghost projects, unauthorized site relocations, payments for pre-existing structures, and serious documentation deficiencies. The projects were implemented by the Department of Public Works […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CoA, files, Fraud, Audit, Reports, worth, over, P275, million, for, Bulacan, flood, control, projects, flags, ghost, projects, unauthorized, relocations, and, questionable, accomplishments</media:keywords>
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<title>Globe Business and Confluent form partnership to accelerate Enterprise AI and transform digital experiences in the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-business-and-confluent-form-partnership-to-accelerate-enterprise-ai-and-transform-digital-experiences-in-the-philippines</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-business-and-confluent-form-partnership-to-accelerate-enterprise-ai-and-transform-digital-experiences-in-the-philippines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Globe Business forged a landmark alliance with Confluent, the global leader in data streaming, to set a new standard for digital agility and innovation in the Philippines. This collaboration represents a fundamental shift in the nation’s digital economy, moving enterprises beyond the limitations of static, siloed data toward a future of real-time intelligence. By introducing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Globe, Business, and, Confluent, form, partnership, accelerate, Enterprise, and, transform, digital, experiences, the, Philippines</media:keywords>
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<title>Encephalitis can look like common illness; experts urge public to learn “FLAMES”</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/encephalitis-can-look-like-common-illness-experts-urge-public-to-learn-flames</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/encephalitis-can-look-like-common-illness-experts-urge-public-to-learn-flames</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Encephalitis International on Monday launched a new recognition tool to help Filipinos easily identify early warning signs of encephalitis, a disease that, if diagnosed late, could lead to severe disability or death. Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain, which affects three people every minute globally, the organization said in a statement. However, almost eight […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Encephalitis, can, look, like, common, illness, experts, urge, public, learn, “FLAMES”</media:keywords>
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<title>About 20,000 attendees expected at PHL hot air balloon fiesta</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/about-20000-attendees-expected-at-phl-hot-air-balloon-fiesta</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/about-20000-attendees-expected-at-phl-hot-air-balloon-fiesta</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said the hot air balloon fest to be held over the Valentine’s weekend in Tarlac is estimated to attract about 20,000 attendees, boosting the province’s economy. “We are expecting, if the weather forbids and gets better, six or seven thousand [attendees per day],” BCDA Vice President for Investment […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>About, 20, 000, attendees, expected, PHL, hot, air, balloon, fiesta</media:keywords>
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<title>Unilab Foundation, ULAP join forces to accelerate local implementation of universal healthcare</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-ulap-join-forces-to-accelerate-local-implementation-of-universal-healthcare</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-ulap-join-forces-to-accelerate-local-implementation-of-universal-healthcare</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Unilab Foundation, through its research and policy arm Unilab Center for Health Policy (UCHP), has partnered with the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) to jointly identify and address barriers to the effective and accelerated implementation of the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act at the local level. Formalized with the recent signing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Unilab, Foundation, ULAP, join, forces, accelerate, local, implementation, universal, healthcare</media:keywords>
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<title>ALT Art 2026 highlights nine emerging artists and stunning art pieces</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alt-art-2026-highlights-nine-emerging-artists-and-stunning-art-pieces</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alt-art-2026-highlights-nine-emerging-artists-and-stunning-art-pieces</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ALT Art 2026, running until February 15, is highlighting nine emerging artists for the first time in a dedicated gallery space. Dubbed the “Discoveries Section,” the showcase features young and new artists selected from each gallery under the exhibition organizer, ALT Collectives, giving their works a platform to be seen. “So each gallery chooses an […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Global feasts and romantic escapes at Araneta City</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/global-feasts-and-romantic-escapes-at-araneta-city</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ February is a month made for celebrations — prosperity-filled gatherings for Chinese New Year and heart-fluttering moments for Valentine’s Day. At the heart of it all is Araneta City, serving up experiences that turn simple plans into memorable occasions. From indulgent global dining to luxurious movie dates, here are the ideal must-tries to make the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Global, feasts, and, romantic, escapes, Araneta, City</media:keywords>
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<title>January NCR building materials price growth accelerates</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/january-ncr-building-materials-price-growth-accelerates</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/january-ncr-building-materials-price-growth-accelerates</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PRICE GROWTH of construction materials in Metro Manila quickened at retail and wholesale levels in January, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Based on preliminary data, the PSA showed that year-on-year growth of the construction materials wholesale price index (CMWPI) in the National Capital Region (NCR) rose 0.9% in January, a tad higher […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>January, NCR, building, materials, price, growth, accelerates</media:keywords>
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<title>P&#45;Pop Stars Sophia and Sheki Lead International Stage Collaboration in ‘Superstar Kingdom’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p-pop-stars-sophia-and-sheki-lead-international-stage-collaboration-in-superstar-kingdom</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p-pop-stars-sophia-and-sheki-lead-international-stage-collaboration-in-superstar-kingdom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Manila, Philippines — On March 21, 2026, the stage comes alive with Super Star Kingdom, an internationally acclaimed ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>P-Pop, Stars, Sophia, and, Sheki, Lead, International, Stage, Collaboration, ‘Superstar, Kingdom’</media:keywords>
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<title>Chef Sandy Daza Goes on a Flavorful Journey Across Iloilo in ‘Foodprints’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/chef-sandy-daza-goes-on-a-flavorful-journey-across-iloilo-in-foodprints</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/chef-sandy-daza-goes-on-a-flavorful-journey-across-iloilo-in-foodprints</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Esteemed restaurateur and cookbook author Sandy Daza makes his way to Iloilo, home to heirloom recipes and enduring ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Chef, Sandy, Daza, Goes, Flavorful, Journey, Across, Iloilo, ‘Foodprints’</media:keywords>
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<title>‘One Piece: Into the Grand Line’ Drops Epic New Trailer</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/one-piece-into-the-grand-line-drops-epic-new-trailer</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/one-piece-into-the-grand-line-drops-epic-new-trailer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Netflix released the official trailer for the second season of the hit series ONE PIECE: Into the Grand ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘One, Piece:, Into, the, Grand, Line’, Drops, Epic, New, Trailer</media:keywords>
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<title>LISTEN: JP Bacallan Releases Heartfelt Single ‘For U’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/listen-jp-bacallan-releases-heartfelt-single-for-u</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/listen-jp-bacallan-releases-heartfelt-single-for-u</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “For U” by JP Bacallan, a rising Filipino R&amp;B artist known for his soulful vocals and emotionally driven ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>LISTEN: Jr Crown Flips from Tough to Sincere in ‘Gangsta Baby’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/listen-jr-crown-flips-from-tough-to-sincere-in-gangsta-baby</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/listen-jr-crown-flips-from-tough-to-sincere-in-gangsta-baby</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Gangsta Baby” by Filipino hip-hop artist Jr Crown, known for his melodic rap style and emotionally driven storytelling, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Market insight fuels CDO’s commitment to innovation  </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/market-insight-fuels-cdos-commitment-to-innovation</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/market-insight-fuels-cdos-commitment-to-innovation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Family values and customer insight are among the key factors that drive CDO Foodsphere, Inc.’s longevity. According to president and CEO Jerome D. Ong, listening to the market was what led them to some of their bestsellers, like the jumbo hotdog with cheese. “We noticed that many consumers eat their hot dogs with cheese, so we said, why don’t we save them the trouble […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Market, insight, fuels, CDO’s, commitment, innovation  </media:keywords>
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<title>Just getting started</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/just-getting-started</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/just-getting-started</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Victor Wembanyama’s 40-point explosion against the Lakers the other day provided proof yet again of his inevitable brush with greatness. He has had a rapidly ascending career trajectory steeped in statistical strangeness and historical resonance since being chosen first overall in the 2023 draft, so his latest feat comes as no surprise to longtime habitués […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Just, getting, started</media:keywords>
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<title>Frayna reclaims Philippine Women’s Chess crown</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frayna-reclaims-philippine-womens-chess-crown</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frayna-reclaims-philippine-womens-chess-crown</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ JANELLE MAE FRAYNA’S ascension back to the top is now done for. It was completed on Wednesday night via her magnificent conquest of the Philippine National Women’s Chess Championship in Malolos, Bulacan where she scored 11.5 points out of the possible 15. The country’s first and only Woman Grandmaster drew with Bernadette Galas in 15 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Frayna, reclaims, Philippine, Women’s, Chess, crown</media:keywords>
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<title>Puerto Rican Ismael Romero’s stint with Meralco Bolts in PBA depends on GAB investigation results</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puerto-rican-ismael-romeros-stint-with-meralco-bolts-in-pba-depends-on-gab-investigation-results</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puerto-rican-ismael-romeros-stint-with-meralco-bolts-in-pba-depends-on-gab-investigation-results</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ISMAEL ROMERO’S Meralco stint is not ending in the East Asia Super League (EASL). Given no sanctions, the controversial big man will serve as the Bolts’ reinforcement for the coming PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup next month to continue his tour of duty with the local squad after a foiled playoff bid in the EASL […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Puerto, Rican, Ismael, Romero’s, stint, with, Meralco, Bolts, PBA, depends, GAB, investigation, results</media:keywords>
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<title>Eala to play in WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships main draw</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-to-play-in-wta-1000-dubai-tennis-championships-main-draw</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-to-play-in-wta-1000-dubai-tennis-championships-main-draw</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ALEXANDRA “ALEX” EALA will now play in the main draw of the WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free International Tennis Championships next week. Ms. Eala’s ticket has been upgraded from a qualifying draw to the main tournament as announced by organizers on Thursday after she barged into the Top 40 of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eala, play, WTA, 1000, Dubai, Tennis, Championships, main, draw</media:keywords>
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<title>ZLEEP AI opens Makati flagship showroom, introducing Intelligent Sleep to the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/zleep-ai-opens-makati-flagship-showroom-introducing-intelligent-sleep-to-the-philippines</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/zleep-ai-opens-makati-flagship-showroom-introducing-intelligent-sleep-to-the-philippines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ZLEEP AI officially opened its Makati Flagship Showroom on Feb. 8, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the Philippine sleep and wellness industry. Held in Makati City, the ceremonial blessing and ribbon cutting gathered distinguished guests, business leaders, celebrity partners, and long-standing ZION clients, reflecting a shared appreciation for innovation, refined design, and elevated rest. The flagship […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZLEEP, opens, Makati, flagship, showroom, introducing, Intelligent, Sleep, the, Philippines</media:keywords>
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<title>CICC logs 18 love scams in January</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cicc-logs-18-love-scams-in-january</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cicc-logs-18-love-scams-in-january</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At least 18 complaints of love scams were logged in January, according to the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) on Tuesday, noting that the figure does not yet capture the full scale of the incidents. “I don’t think that’s the whole landscape that we’re looking at. What we notice is that when people become […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CICC, logs, love, scams, January</media:keywords>
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<title>Meralco proposes P247&amp;amp;billion spending plan in rate reset filing</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/meralco-proposes-p247billion-spending-plan-in-rate-reset-filing</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/meralco-proposes-p247billion-spending-plan-in-rate-reset-filing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has proposed a capital expenditure (capex) budget of approximately P247.14 billion for its first regulatory period covering 2027 to 2030. In a 13-page filing with the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), Meralco said it plans to invest P51.81 billion in 2027, P61.19 billion in 2028, P61.08 billion in 2029, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Meralco, proposes, P247&amp;billion, spending, plan, rate, reset, filing</media:keywords>
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<title>FDI net inflows hit 4&amp;amp;month high</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-hit-4month-high</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fdi-net-inflows-hit-4month-high</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NET INFLOWS of foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines hit a four-month high in November, even as inflows slipped year on year, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.     ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FDI, net, inflows, hit, 4&amp;month, high</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines sinks to new low in corruption perceptions index</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-sinks-to-new-low-in-corruption-perceptions-index</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-sinks-to-new-low-in-corruption-perceptions-index</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES fell six spots to its worst-ever ranking in 2025 in a global corruption perceptions index by Transparency International, as the country grappled with a corruption scandal that slowed economic growth and weighed on investor and consumer confidence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, sinks, new, low, corruption, perceptions, index</media:keywords>
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<title>A New Reno Rises: OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is Set to Redefine Travel Storytelling in the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-reno-rises-oppo-reno15-series-5g-is-set-to-redefine-travel-storytelling-in-the-philippines</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-reno-rises-oppo-reno15-series-5g-is-set-to-redefine-travel-storytelling-in-the-philippines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Travel today isn’t about rushing from one destination to the next. It’s about lingering a little longer, noticing ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:30 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>New, Reno, Rises:, OPPO, Reno15, Series, Set, Redefine, Travel, Storytelling, the, Philippines</media:keywords>
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<title>HONNE Announce ‘HONNE — 10’, a 10&#45;Year Anniversary Reimagined Album Out May 15</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/honne-announce-honne-10-a-10-year-anniversary-reimagined-album-out-may-15</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/honne-announce-honne-10-a-10-year-anniversary-reimagined-album-out-may-15</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ February 6th, 2026 – To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the release of their debut album, HONNE have ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HONNE, Announce, ‘HONNE, —, 10’, 10-Year, Anniversary, Reimagined, Album, Out, May</media:keywords>
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<title>‘ASAP’ Keeps The Celebration Going With ALLTV2gether Kapamilya: A Grand Pasasalamat’ Part 2</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asap-keeps-the-celebration-going-with-alltv2gether-kapamilya-a-grand-pasasalamat-part-2</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asap-keeps-the-celebration-going-with-alltv2gether-kapamilya-a-grand-pasasalamat-part-2</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The party continues this Sunday (Feb. 8) as Kapamilya stars and rock bands treat solid Kapamilyas to a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘ASAP’, Keeps, The, Celebration, Going, With, ALLTV2gether, Kapamilya:, Grand, Pasasalamat’, Part</media:keywords>
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<title>Filinvest Group Earns Multiple Awards in 2025, Shaped by 70 Years of Enabling Dreams</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filinvestgroupearnsmultipleawardsin2025-shapedby70yearsof-enabling-dreams</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filinvestgroupearnsmultipleawardsin2025-shapedby70yearsof-enabling-dreams</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From boardrooms to communities, from the spaces people live andwork in, to the services they rely on every day, the Filinvest Group’s work continues to be recognized—reflecting the collective strength of its ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Filinvest Group Earns Multiple Awards in 2025, Shaped by 70 Years of, Enabling, Dreams</media:keywords>
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<title>5 Must&#45;Have Plants for Your Bedroom</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/5-must-have-plants-for-your-bedroom</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/5-must-have-plants-for-your-bedroom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Your bedroom should be your sanctuary — a place where you unwind, recharge, and feel at peace. One ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Must-Have, Plants, for, Your, Bedroom</media:keywords>
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<title>A new way to work: Silver City brings campus&amp;amp;amp;style offices to the metro</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-way-to-work-silver-city-brings-campusstyle-offices-to-the-metro-12759</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-way-to-work-silver-city-brings-campusstyle-offices-to-the-metro-12759</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Office spaces in the Philippines typically conform to a certain stereotype: a single building 50 stories high, concentrated in one area, and located in a highly congested central business district. While offices of this kind have served as a home for a bulk of the business process outsourcing industry in the country, more and more […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>new, way, work:, Silver, City, brings, campus&amp;ampstyle, offices, the, metro</media:keywords>
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<title>Jobless rate rises to 2&amp;amp;amp;year high in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jobless-rate-rises-to-2year-high-in-2025-12758</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jobless-rate-rises-to-2year-high-in-2025-12758</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE COUNTRY’s unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in December amid a sharp contraction in construction jobs, bringing the full-year average to a two-year high of 4.2%, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed. Preliminary data from the Labor Force Survey (LFS) showed the jobless rate in December was higher than the 3.1% posted in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jobless, rate, rises, 2&amp;ampyear, high, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>Migrant workers group calls for release of Mary Jane Veloso</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/migrant-workers-group-calls-for-release-of-mary-jane-veloso</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/migrant-workers-group-calls-for-release-of-mary-jane-veloso</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ AN OVERSEAS Filipino workers (OFWs) group on Sunday urged President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to order the release of drug convict Mary Jane F. Veloso, stressing that petitions for her release have long been filed by migrant advocates and rights groups. “Now, as Marcos, Jr. refuses to hear her every appeal for her freedom, let […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Migrant, workers, group, calls, for, release, Mary, Jane, Veloso</media:keywords>
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<title>Full enforcement of laws vs online child exploitation urged</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/full-enforcement-of-laws-vs-online-child-exploitation-urged</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/full-enforcement-of-laws-vs-online-child-exploitation-urged</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) urged the Philippines to shift from awareness campaigns to sustained enforcement as online child sexual abuse and exploitation continue to grow alongside wider digital access and persistent poverty. The CHR said that future child protection efforts will depend on how effectively authorities implement existing laws and strengthen safeguards in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Full, enforcement, laws, online, child, exploitation, urged</media:keywords>
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<title>Senate pushed to pass OFW bill</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/senate-pushed-to-pass-ofw-bill</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/senate-pushed-to-pass-ofw-bill</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A CONGRESSMAN on Sunday urged the Senate to fast-track its approval of a bill proposing a “reintegration” scheme for returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), amid an expected influx in the first quarter. In a statement, Party-list Rep. Jude A. Acidre said senators should swiftly pass their version of a measure that would support the assimilation […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Senate, pushed, pass, OFW, bill</media:keywords>
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<title>Remote workers’ allowance sought</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/remote-workers-allowance-sought</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/remote-workers-allowance-sought</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A SENATOR has filed a bill seeking to provide better incentives to remote workers in the country, in a bid to institutionalize flexible work arrangements. Senate Bill No. 1739, filed by Senator Joseph Victor G. Ejercito, proposes to provide telecommuting workers with at least P1,000 monthly non-taxable telecommuting allowance. He added that the bill seeks […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Remote, workers’, allowance, sought</media:keywords>
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<title>P40&#45;B calamity funds still untapped</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p40-b-calamity-funds-still-untapped</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/p40-b-calamity-funds-still-untapped</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippine government has yet to tap its disaster‑response funds this year, leaving P40.15 billion unspent as of end‑January, according to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). In its latest National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund (NDRRMF) report, the DBM showed no disbursements from P23.49 billion for the NDRRMF, P15.33 billion for the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>P40-B, calamity, funds, still, untapped</media:keywords>
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<title>ADB and GCash Fuse partner to unlock inclusive finance for MSMEs, women and fight poverty in PHL</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adb-and-gcash-fuse-partner-to-unlock-inclusive-finance-for-msmes-women-and-fight-poverty-in-phl</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adb-and-gcash-fuse-partner-to-unlock-inclusive-finance-for-msmes-women-and-fight-poverty-in-phl</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ADB grants GCash lending arm Fuse Financing with P1.75-B credit facility, complemented by catalytic funding from Mastercard to help Fuse reach priority segments. Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and women entrepreneurs across the Philippines are set to gain significantly better financial access after the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a P1.75-billion ($30 million) loan […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ADB, and, GCash, Fuse, partner, unlock, inclusive, finance, for, MSMEs, women, and, fight, poverty, PHL</media:keywords>
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<title>Factory output picks up in December</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/factory-output-picks-up-in-december</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/factory-output-picks-up-in-december</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Isa Jane D. Acabal, Researcher Factory output expanded to a four-month high in December driven by faster increases in the production of other non-metallic mineral products, food products, and a recovery in machinery and equipment, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Preliminary results of the PSA’s Monthly Integrated Survey of Selected Industries […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Factory, output, picks, December</media:keywords>
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<title>A new way to work: Silver City brings campus&amp;amp;style offices to the metro</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-way-to-work-silver-city-brings-campusstyle-offices-to-the-metro</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-new-way-to-work-silver-city-brings-campusstyle-offices-to-the-metro</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Office spaces in the Philippines typically conform to a certain stereotype: a single building 50 stories high, concentrated in one area, and located in a highly congested central business district. While offices of this kind have served as a home for a bulk of the business process outsourcing industry in the country, more and more […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Jobless rate rises to 2&amp;amp;year high in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jobless-rate-rises-to-2year-high-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jobless-rate-rises-to-2year-high-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE COUNTRY’s unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in December amid a sharp contraction in construction jobs, bringing the full-year average to a two-year high of 4.2%, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed. Preliminary data from the Labor Force Survey (LFS) showed the jobless rate in December was higher than the 3.1% posted in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Flower prices in Dangwa expected to increase next week</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/flower-prices-in-dangwa-expected-to-increase-next-week</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Flower prices at Dangwa, Manila, are expected to rise due to the anticipated surge in demand as Valentine’s Day approaches, according to several vendors on Wednesday. Lolita N. De Dios, 47, a flower vendor for 20 years, said that prices of roses — the top-selling flower during the occasion — which are currently sold at […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Why ‘NOBODY’ is a Fun, Feel&#45;Good Animated Film That Captures You with its Tale</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/why-nobody-is-a-fun-feel-good-animated-film-that-captures-you-with-its-tale</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/why-nobody-is-a-fun-feel-good-animated-film-that-captures-you-with-its-tale</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Photo credit: Encore Films Philippines Nobody expects much from a pig, a toad, a weasel, and a gorilla, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:34 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Korea Tourism Organization Showcases Korea’s Spring Wonders at Travel Tour Expo 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/korea-tourism-organization-showcases-koreas-spring-wonders-at-travel-tour-expo-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/korea-tourism-organization-showcases-koreas-spring-wonders-at-travel-tour-expo-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES 02 February 2026 — The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Manila invites Filipino travelers to discover the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:30 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>The Metrobank Travel Fair Returns this February with Travel Deals You Can’t Miss</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-metrobank-travel-fair-returns-this-february-withtravel-deals-you-cant-miss</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-metrobank-travel-fair-returns-this-february-withtravel-deals-you-cant-miss</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ If seeing more of the world is in your 2026 vision board, consider this your sign to book ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>GH Mall Ignites the Lunar New Year with 2nd Lion Dance Competition</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gh-mall-ignites-the-lunar-new-year-with-2nd-lion-dance-competition</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gh-mall-ignites-the-lunar-new-year-with-2nd-lion-dance-competition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Celebrate culture, skill, and spectacle this Lunar New Year at GH Mall’s South Wing Atrium!  On February 8, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mall, Ignites, the, Lunar, New, Year, with, 2nd, Lion, Dance, Competition</media:keywords>
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<title>Hair that Speaks Consistency: Zeinab Harake’s Take on Subtle, Daily Care</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hair-that-speaks-consistency-zeinab-harakes-take-on-subtle-daily-care</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hair-that-speaks-consistency-zeinab-harakes-take-on-subtle-daily-care</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For someone constantly on the go, Zeinab Harake admits she didn’t expect her hair concern to be something ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hair, that, Speaks, Consistency:, Zeinab, Harake’s, Take, Subtle, Daily, Care</media:keywords>
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<title>Unilab Foundation partners with Ormoc LGU to boost healthcare delivery in far&amp;amp;amp;flung areas </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-partners-with-ormoc-lgu-to-boost-healthcare-delivery-in-farflung-areas-12733</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-partners-with-ormoc-lgu-to-boost-healthcare-delivery-in-farflung-areas-12733</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Unilab Foundation, through its research and policy arm Unilab Center for Health Policy (UCHP), has partnered with the local government of Ormoc City to develop and implement a Universal Health Care (UHC)-aligned Primary Care Service Delivery Framework tailored for the so-called GIDA (Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas) communities. GIDA refers to communities that face […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Gov’t plans P1.44&amp;amp;amp;trillion Q1 outlay for spending catch&amp;amp;amp;up</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/govt-plans-p144trillion-q1-outlay-for-spending-catchup-12732</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/govt-plans-p144trillion-q1-outlay-for-spending-catchup-12732</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FINANCE SECRETARY Frederick D. Go said the government plans to spend P1.44 trillion this quarter as part of catch-up efforts to support the economy after last year’s growth slowdown. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Jan. factory PMI at nine&amp;amp;amp;month high</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jan-factory-pmi-at-ninemonth-high-12731</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jan-factory-pmi-at-ninemonth-high-12731</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE FACTORY activity in January expanded at its fastest pace in nine months amid an increase in production and new orders, S&amp;P Global said on Monday. However, the latest improvement could be short-lived as business confidence remained weak due to concerns about external demand as the global economic environment remains fragile. S&amp;P Global Philippines Manufacturing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NCAA 101: UPHSD Lady Altas blast Lady Cardinals to remain unbeaten</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncaa-101-uphsd-lady-altas-blast-lady-cardinals-to-remain-unbeaten</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ncaa-101-uphsd-lady-altas-blast-lady-cardinals-to-remain-unbeaten</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UNIVERSITY of Perpetual Help System Dalta (UPHSD) kept showing strong form as it repulsed Mapúa University, 25-20, 25-21, 25-11, on Wednesday to remain untouchable at the helm in NCAA Season 101 women’s volleyball at the San Andres Gym. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Tabuena debuts for 4Aces in LIV Golf League</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tabuena-debuts-for-4aces-in-liv-golf-league</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tabuena-debuts-for-4aces-in-liv-golf-league</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE ace Miguel Tabuena takes the big stage as he debuts for the 4Aces Golf Club (GC) team in the LIV Golf League. Tapped as a reserve in the powerhouse squad skippered by two-time major champion Dustin Johnson upon the departure of Patrick Reed, Mr. Tabuena got his first start in the $20-million LIV Golf […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Frayna, Fronda settle for quick draw; Frayna keeps PNWCC lead</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frayna-fronda-settle-for-quick-draw-frayna-keeps-pnwcc-lead</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/frayna-fronda-settle-for-quick-draw-frayna-keeps-pnwcc-lead</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ JANELLE MAE FRAYNA and Jan Jodilyn Fronda, two of the country’s top players, came into their fourth round duel expecting fireworks. Nothing popped though as Mses. Frayna and Fronda settled for a quick, timid 26-move draw of a Petroff showdown that didn’t alter the Philippine National Women’s Chess Championship (PNWCC) landscape that much after four […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Full strength Creamline Cool Smashers battle tough PLDT High Speed Hitters in All&#45;Filipino tourney</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/full-strength-creamline-cool-smashers-battle-tough-pldt-high-speed-hitters-in-all-filipino-tourney</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/full-strength-creamline-cool-smashers-battle-tough-pldt-high-speed-hitters-in-all-filipino-tourney</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ CREAMLINE sets out to reclaim the PVL All-Filipino Conference title it last won two years ago while PLDT aims to claim its very first one this same stage as they face off on Thursday at the FilOil Arena. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Eala&#45;Tjen secures quarters slot</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-tjen-secures-quarters-slot</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-tjen-secures-quarters-slot</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SOUTHEAST Asian (SEA) tennis made its mark in the Middle East as Filipina pride Alexandra “Alex” Eala and Indonesian partner stunned the higher-ranked tandem of Filipina-Canadian Leylah Fernandez and France’s Kristina Mladenovic, 7-5, 3-6, 10-6, in the WTA 500 Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open on Wednesday. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Unilab Foundation partners with Ormoc LGU to boost healthcare delivery in far&amp;amp;flung areas </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-partners-with-ormoc-lgu-to-boost-healthcare-delivery-in-farflung-areas</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unilab-foundation-partners-with-ormoc-lgu-to-boost-healthcare-delivery-in-farflung-areas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Unilab Foundation, through its research and policy arm Unilab Center for Health Policy (UCHP), has partnered with the local government of Ormoc City to develop and implement a Universal Health Care (UHC)-aligned Primary Care Service Delivery Framework tailored for the so-called GIDA (Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas) communities. GIDA refers to communities that face […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Gov’t plans P1.44&amp;amp;trillion Q1 outlay for spending catch&amp;amp;up</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/govt-plans-p144trillion-q1-outlay-for-spending-catchup</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/govt-plans-p144trillion-q1-outlay-for-spending-catchup</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FINANCE SECRETARY Frederick D. Go said the government plans to spend P1.44 trillion this quarter as part of catch-up efforts to support the economy after last year’s growth slowdown. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BMI keeps 5.2% growth estimate</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bmi-keeps-52-growth-estimate</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ FITCH SOLUTIONS unit BMI has kept its 2026 growth forecast for the Philippines despite the last year’s miss as it expects public and private investments to recover. BMI sees the Philippine economy expanding by 5.2% this year, unchanged from its earlier projection. “For now, we are maintaining our 2026 growth forecast at 5.2%, but the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Jan. factory PMI at nine&amp;amp;month high</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jan-factory-pmi-at-ninemonth-high</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jan-factory-pmi-at-ninemonth-high</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE FACTORY activity in January expanded at its fastest pace in nine months amid an increase in production and new orders, S&amp;P Global said on Monday. However, the latest improvement could be short-lived as business confidence remained weak due to concerns about external demand as the global economic environment remains fragile. S&amp;P Global Philippines Manufacturing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>PHL money market growing as repurchase transactions increase</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-money-market-growing-as-repurchase-transactions-increase</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ DUMAGUETE CITY — The Philippines’ money market, particularly for repurchase agreement (repo) contracts, is growing rapidly and could potentially surpass the foreign exchange (FX) swaps, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Asia Momentum Grows as Rol3ert Releases New Single ‘savior’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asia-momentum-grows-as-rol3ert-releases-new-single-savior</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Listen here Watch the MV here Following the growing momentum of his previous single “(how could i be) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:35 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>‘Blood Vs Duty’ Lead Stars Undergo Script Read, Look Test</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blood-vs-duty-lead-stars-undergo-script-read-look-test</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/blood-vs-duty-lead-stars-undergo-script-read-look-test</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Blood vs Duty” lead stars Richard Gutierrez, Bela Padilla, and Gerald Anderson, together with Barbie Imperial and Baron ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:28 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>SB19 Turns Monumental Concert into Lasting Legacy in Simula At Wakas: Kickoff Concert Album</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sb19-turns-monumental-concert-into-lasting-legacy-in-simula-at-wakas-kickoff-concert-album</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sb19-turns-monumental-concert-into-lasting-legacy-in-simula-at-wakas-kickoff-concert-album</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Recorded across the two-day concert in Philippine arena, the 19-track live album captures a defining moment in P-Pop ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BINI Jhoanna Plays a Cameo Role in Puregold’s Heartwarming Tribute to Sari&#45;sari Store Owners</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bini-jhoanna-plays-a-cameo-role-in-puregolds-heartwarming-tribute-to-sari-sari-store-owners</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bini-jhoanna-plays-a-cameo-role-in-puregolds-heartwarming-tribute-to-sari-sari-store-owners</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Puregold carries on with its heartfelt tribute to Filipino sari-sari store owners or micro-entrepreneurs with its Sari-Sari Stories ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BINI, Jhoanna, Plays, Cameo, Role, Puregold’s, Heartwarming, Tribute, Sari-sari, Store, Owners</media:keywords>
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<title>Heath Jornales and Caprice Cayetano Light Up Digital Billboards in South Korea</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/heath-jornales-and-caprice-cayetano-light-up-digital-billboards-in-south-korea</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/heath-jornales-and-caprice-cayetano-light-up-digital-billboards-in-south-korea</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Heath Jornales and Caprice Cayetano just got a rapid boost from digital billboards in South Korea, thanks to ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Heath, Jornales, and, Caprice, Cayetano, Light, Digital, Billboards, South, Korea</media:keywords>
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<title>[B&#45;SIDE Podcast] Executive coaching and the Filipino workforce</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/b-side-podcast-executive-coaching-and-the-filipino-workforce</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/b-side-podcast-executive-coaching-and-the-filipino-workforce</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld explores the evolving Filipino workforce through the lens of executive coaching. Tina Sioson, President of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Philippines, breaks down skills-based hiring, common recruitment pitfalls, and strategies for Filipino professionals to thrive in 2026 and beyond. Interview by Erika Sinaking Audio editing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>B-SIDE, Podcast, Executive, coaching, and, the, Filipino, workforce</media:keywords>
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<title>CICC warns against cybercrimes targeting consumers</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cicc-warns-against-cybercrimes-targeting-consumers</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cicc-warns-against-cybercrimes-targeting-consumers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Consumers were warned against websites that sell products at “exorbitant” discounts and promotions, as these may be phishing sites or a form of consumer fraud — the most prevalent cybercrime incident in 2025, according to the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) on Thursday. CICC Acting Executive Director Renato “Aboy” A. Paraiso told BusinessWorld that consumer fraud […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CICC, warns, against, cybercrimes, targeting, consumers</media:keywords>
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<title>Finance chief optimistic on growth despite 2025 GDP letdown</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/finance-chief-optimistic-on-growth-despite-2025-gdp-letdown</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/finance-chief-optimistic-on-growth-despite-2025-gdp-letdown</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FINANCE SECRETARY Frederick D. Go is optimistic that the Philippine economy can recover and hit the government’s growth target on the back of faster, more productive spending. Mr. Go said on Friday that he is “hopeful” that gross domestic product (GDP) growth can reach the government’s 5%-6% goal this year after expansion hit a post-pandemic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Finance, chief, optimistic, growth, despite, 2025, GDP, letdown</media:keywords>
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<title>Strong MSME Engagement Sets the Stage for SM Supermalls’ 2026 Programs</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/strong-msme-engagement-sets-the-stage-for-sm-supermalls-2026-programs</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/strong-msme-engagement-sets-the-stage-for-sm-supermalls-2026-programs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nationwide malls drive MSME upskilling, growth, and sustainable enterprise MANILA, Philippines, 26 January 2026 — Building on strong MSME momentum in 2025, SM Supermalls is entering 2026 with a renewed and sharped focus on empowering Filipino entrepreneurs, leveraging its nationwide mall network to create tangible growth opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Through […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Strong, MSME, Engagement, Sets, the, Stage, for, Supermalls’, 2026, Programs</media:keywords>
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<title>Toyota eyes to keep market leadership in 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/toyota-eyes-to-keep-market-leadership-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/toyota-eyes-to-keep-market-leadership-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) Corp. is aiming to maintain its 46% market share in 2026, with plans to introduce five more models in the same year. “We are so happy to have hit 46% market share last year. And we want to keep that momentum as big as possible this year too,” said TMP President […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Toyota, eyes, keep, market, leadership, 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>[B&amp;amp;SIDE Podcast] Executive coaching and the Filipino workforce</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bside-podcast-executive-coaching-and-the-filipino-workforce</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bside-podcast-executive-coaching-and-the-filipino-workforce</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld explores the evolving Filipino workforce through the lens of executive coaching. Tina Sioson, President of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Philippines, breaks down skills-based hiring, common recruitment pitfalls, and strategies for Filipino professionals to thrive in 2026 and beyond. Interview by Erika Sinaking Audio editing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>B&amp;SIDE, Podcast, Executive, coaching, and, the, Filipino, workforce</media:keywords>
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<title>Harry Styles Returns with ‘Aperture,’ New Single and Music Video Out Now</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/harry-styles-returns-with-aperturenew-single-and-music-video-out-now</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/harry-styles-returns-with-aperturenew-single-and-music-video-out-now</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styles has premiered the music video for “Aperture,” the lead single from his ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:26 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Harry, Styles, Returns, with, ‘Aperture, ’ New, Single, and, Music, Video, Out, Now</media:keywords>
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<title>‘NOBODY,’ China’s All&#45;Time No. 1 2D Animated Film Makes Its Way to PH Cinemas this Feb</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nobody-chinas-all-time-no-1-2d-animated-film-makes-its-way-to-ph-cinemas-this-feb</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nobody-chinas-all-time-no-1-2d-animated-film-makes-its-way-to-ph-cinemas-this-feb</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Who are they? Just Nobody… Nobody knows? No! It’s NOBODY! The all-time No.1 2D Animated film in China, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘NOBODY, ’, China’s, All-Time, No., Animated, Film, Makes, Its, Way, Cinemas, this, Feb</media:keywords>
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<title>Jollibee Named Grand Champion at Dinagyang 2026 Mardi Gras Parade</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jollibee-named-grand-champion-at-dinagyang-2026-mardi-gras-parade</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jollibee-named-grand-champion-at-dinagyang-2026-mardi-gras-parade</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jollibee emerged as Grand Champion at the 2026 Dinagyang Festival’s Mardi Gras Parade of Sponsors, one of the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jollibee, Named, Grand, Champion, Dinagyang, 2026, Mardi, Gras, Parade</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN News, DZMM Teleradyo, ABS&#45;CBN Foundation, and Aboitizpower Team Up to Help Communities Recover from Disasters</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-news-dzmm-teleradyo-abs-cbn-foundation-and-aboitizpower-team-up-to-help-communities-recover-from-disasters</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-news-dzmm-teleradyo-abs-cbn-foundation-and-aboitizpower-team-up-to-help-communities-recover-from-disasters</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Help matters when disasters strike.  That’s what ABS-CBN News, DZMM TeleRadyo, ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc., and AboitizPower aim to ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, News, DZMM, Teleradyo, ABS-CBN, Foundation, and, Aboitizpower, Team, Help, Communities, Recover, from, Disasters</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Entertainment YouTube Hits 54.5 Million Subscribers, Remains Southeast Asia’s Most Subscribed YT Media and Entertainment Channel</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-entertainment-youtube-hits-545-million-subscribers-remains-southeast-asias-most-subscribed-yt-media-and-entertainment-channel</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-entertainment-youtube-hits-545-million-subscribers-remains-southeast-asias-most-subscribed-yt-media-and-entertainment-channel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Filipino and global audiences for their continued support as ABS-CBN Entertainment emerged ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Entertainment, YouTube, Hits, 54.5, Million, Subscribers, Remains, Southeast, Asia’s, Most, Subscribed, Media, and, Entertainment, Channel</media:keywords>
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<title>PLDT Enterprise boosts Riviera Golf Club’s on&amp;amp;amp;course experience through satellite internet</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-boosts-riviera-golf-clubs-oncourse-experience-through-satellite-internet-12693</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-boosts-riviera-golf-clubs-oncourse-experience-through-satellite-internet-12693</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SILANG, Cavite — Reliable connectivity plays a vital role in enhancing customer experiences, especially in recreation and leisure. Upholding its commitment to empower its partners, PLDT Enterprise supports Riviera Golf Club — one of Cavite’s premier championship golf destinations — in strengthening its digital infrastructure through PLDT Satellite Internet via Starlink, enabling seamless on-course operations […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PLDT, Enterprise, boosts, Riviera, Golf, Club’s, on&amp;ampcourse, experience, through, satellite, internet</media:keywords>
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<title>Para team record&amp;amp;amp;setting fourth place to receive windfall of incentives</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/para-team-recordsetting-fourth-place-to-receive-windfall-of-incentives-12692</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/para-team-recordsetting-fourth-place-to-receive-windfall-of-incentives-12692</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ EXPECT a windfall when the Philippine team that finished a record fourth place in the just concluded 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand flies back home. “That’s for sure especially if they surpass their targets, which they did,” said Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chair Patrick Gregorio a day after the Para team’s record-setting […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Para, team, record&amp;ampsetting, fourth, place, receive, windfall, incentives</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism in Asia is returning, but not in the way it did before</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tourism-in-asia-is-returning-but-not-in-the-way-it-did-before</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tourism-in-asia-is-returning-but-not-in-the-way-it-did-before</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tourism across Asia is entering a more complex phase. The region is seeing a patchwork of demand shaped by shifting traveler preferences and market segmentation. What is taking shape is a more selective form of growth, in which travelers, intermediaries, and destinations are becoming more deliberate about where, how, and why travel happens. This shift is visible not […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tourism, Asia, returning, but, not, the, way, did, before</media:keywords>
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<title>Hooga: World&#45;class designs curated for the Filipino home</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hooga-world-class-designs-curated-for-the-filipino-home</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hooga-world-class-designs-curated-for-the-filipino-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There’s nothing like the sheer happiness of stepping into an abode that provides comfort while showcasing quiet luxury. This vision takes center stage as Hooga, a premier lifestyle brand, adds another highlight to its expanding footprint in the local scene with the opening of its newest showroom at the 4th Floor, Main Wing, of Shangri-La […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hooga:, World-class, designs, curated, for, the, Filipino, home</media:keywords>
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<title>GS clings to veteran promise</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gs-clings-to-veteran-promise</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gs-clings-to-veteran-promise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Golden State Warriors (GS) entered the 2025-26 season with both hope and pragmatism, believing that their unique blend of talent and experience could keep them firmly in the playoff picture. In the unforgiving calculus of an 82-game grind, however, chance has become the architect of their fate. After a poor start, they were looking […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>clings, veteran, promise</media:keywords>
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<title>Pacesetting SMB targets pivotal Game 4 of Philippine Cup finals</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pacesetting-smb-targets-pivotal-game-4-of-philippine-cup-finals</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pacesetting-smb-targets-pivotal-game-4-of-philippine-cup-finals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SAN Miguel Beermen (SMB) are poised to move on the doorstep of the coveted crown jewel. TNT is bent to make it a level playing field. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pacesetting, SMB, targets, pivotal, Game, Philippine, Cup, finals</media:keywords>
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<title>Alex Eala faces a Japanese player in PWO Round of 16</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-faces-a-japanese-player-in-pwo-round-of-16</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/alex-eala-faces-a-japanese-player-in-pwo-round-of-16</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ HOME FANS have nothing to worry with regards to the fitness of their lone remaining bet in the 2026 Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) 125 Philippine Women’s Open (PWO). Alexandra “Alex” Eala assured that she’s fine and as ready as ever to go on a deeper campaign in the Round of 16 on Wednesday after a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Alex, Eala, faces, Japanese, player, PWO, Round</media:keywords>
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<title>Daikin Philippines targets up to 20% sales growth by 2027</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/daikin-philippines-targets-up-to-20-sales-growth-by-2027</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/daikin-philippines-targets-up-to-20-sales-growth-by-2027</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Daikin Airconditioning Philippines Inc. said it aims 15% to 20% sales growth by 2027, after citing challenges last year linked to the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) ban. “We had a hard time because technically, this is the result of the POGO exit. When the offices were gone, bids from the developers also went down,” […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Daikin, Philippines, targets, 20, sales, growth, 2027</media:keywords>
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<title>PLDT Enterprise boosts Riviera Golf Club’s on&amp;amp;course experience through satellite internet</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-boosts-riviera-golf-clubs-oncourse-experience-through-satellite-internet</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pldt-enterprise-boosts-riviera-golf-clubs-oncourse-experience-through-satellite-internet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SILANG, Cavite — Reliable connectivity plays a vital role in enhancing customer experiences, especially in recreation and leisure. Upholding its commitment to empower its partners, PLDT Enterprise supports Riviera Golf Club — one of Cavite’s premier championship golf destinations — in strengthening its digital infrastructure through PLDT Satellite Internet via Starlink, enabling seamless on-course operations […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PLDT, Enterprise, boosts, Riviera, Golf, Club’s, on&amp;course, experience, through, satellite, internet</media:keywords>
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<title>Para team record&amp;amp;setting fourth place to receive windfall of incentives</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/para-team-recordsetting-fourth-place-to-receive-windfall-of-incentives</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/para-team-recordsetting-fourth-place-to-receive-windfall-of-incentives</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ EXPECT a windfall when the Philippine team that finished a record fourth place in the just concluded 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand flies back home. “That’s for sure especially if they surpass their targets, which they did,” said Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chair Patrick Gregorio a day after the Para team’s record-setting […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Para, team, record&amp;setting, fourth, place, receive, windfall, incentives</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Adopted Filipina’ Donna Vekic of Croatia embraces the love of Filipinos</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adopted-filipina-donna-vekic-of-croatia-embraces-the-love-of-filipinos</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adopted-filipina-donna-vekic-of-croatia-embraces-the-love-of-filipinos</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FILIPINA PRIDE Alexandra “Alex” Eala will not be the only fan favorite in the Philippine Women’s Open. “Adopted Filipina” Donna Vekic of Croatia has embraced the love of the Filipinos in her first-ever foray here in spite of serving as Ms. Eala’s foe in the last two overseas tournaments. “I’m really happy to be here […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘Adopted, Filipina’, Donna, Vekic, Croatia, embraces, the, love, Filipinos</media:keywords>
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<title>Second ouster complaint vs Marcos filed</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/second-ouster-complaint-vs-marcos-filed</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/second-ouster-complaint-vs-marcos-filed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A second impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. was filed at the House of Representatives on Monday. The complainants, composed of activists from opposition political groups, returned to the House after their ouster bid was declined last week by the secretary-general’s office in her absence. They sought to secure House Secretary-General Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil’s […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Second, ouster, complaint, Marcos, filed</media:keywords>
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<title>Misha De Leon Reimagines Himig Handog Originals in Debut EP ‘Between Sighs’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/misha-de-leon-reimagines-himig-handog-originals-in-debut-ep-between-sighs</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/misha-de-leon-reimagines-himig-handog-originals-in-debut-ep-between-sighs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “Idol Philippines” season 2 alum Misha De Leon breathes new life into Himig Handog songs in her debut ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Misha, Leon, Reimagines, Himig, Handog, Originals, Debut, ‘Between, Sighs’</media:keywords>
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<title>Harry Styles New Single ‘Aperture’ Set to be Released Globally Thursday January 22, 7pm ET</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/harry-styles-new-single-aperture-set-to-be-released-globally-thursday-january-22-7pm-et</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/harry-styles-new-single-aperture-set-to-be-released-globally-thursday-january-22-7pm-et</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NEW ALBUM ‘KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY’ AVAILABLE MARCH 6, 2026 Today, GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styles ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Harry, Styles, New, Single, ‘Aperture’, Set, Released, Globally, Thursday, January, 22, 7pm</media:keywords>
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<title>He&#45;Man Returns to the Big Screen with ‘Masters of the Universe’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/he-man-returns-to-the-big-screen-with-masters-of-the-universe</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/he-man-returns-to-the-big-screen-with-masters-of-the-universe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A legendary battle is about to begin. The long-awaited live-action Masters of the Universe has officially revealed its teaser trailer, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>He-Man, Returns, the, Big, Screen, with, ‘Masters, the, Universe’</media:keywords>
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<title>Figure Skating Drama ‘Finding Her Edge’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/figure-skating-drama-finding-her-edge</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/figure-skating-drama-finding-her-edge</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Based from a best-selling young adult novel, figure skating drama “Finding Her Edge” is now streaming on Netflix. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Figure, Skating, Drama, ‘Finding, Her, Edge’</media:keywords>
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<title>Thailand Plans to Build Fifth Disneyland in Asia</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/thailand-plans-to-build-fifth-disneyland-in-asia</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/thailand-plans-to-build-fifth-disneyland-in-asia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A circulated Instagram post has sparked a vivid conversation about Thailand potentially hosting Asia’s fifth Disneyland. While the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thailand, Plans, Build, Fifth, Disneyland, Asia</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines looks to raise $1.5B via triple&amp;amp;amp;tranche dollar bonds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-looks-to-raise-15b-via-tripletranche-dollar-bonds-12668</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-looks-to-raise-15b-via-tripletranche-dollar-bonds-12668</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE GOVERNMENT is seeking to raise at least $1.5 billion from its triple-tranche offering of dollar-denominated notes, marking the Marcos administration’s fourth offshore bond issuance and its first in a year. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, looks, raise, 1.5B, via, triple&amp;amptranche, dollar, bonds</media:keywords>
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<title>Empowering content creators, supporting livelihoods at Nestlé Professional’s first&amp;amp;amp;ever TikTok affiliates event</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/empowering-content-creators-supporting-livelihoods-at-nestle-professionals-firstever-tiktok-affiliates-event-12667</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/empowering-content-creators-supporting-livelihoods-at-nestle-professionals-firstever-tiktok-affiliates-event-12667</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Social commerce has changed the landscape of discovering and purchasing products online. Through live selling and affiliate content creators on social media platforms like TikTok, buying an item is now as easy as scrolling on your feed, clicking the yellow basket and proceeding to checkout. This streamlined process is what brands are leveraging to keep […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Empowering, content, creators, supporting, livelihoods, Nestlé, Professional’s, first&amp;ampever, TikTok, affiliates, event</media:keywords>
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<title>Poor student literacy rates seen weighing on PHL economic growth</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/poor-student-literacy-rates-seen-weighing-on-phl-economic-growth</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/poor-student-literacy-rates-seen-weighing-on-phl-economic-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Almira Louise S. Martinez, Reporter The Philippines may experience an economic slowdown fueled by the low proficiency levels of students, as literacy rates in both local and international assessments decline. “A decline in literacy weakens human capital, lowers workers’ ability to adapt to technology, and limits movement into higher-value jobs,” John Paolo R. Rivera, senior research […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Poor, student, literacy, rates, seen, weighing, PHL, economic, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>Pit Señor! Toyota Motor Philippines celebrates Sinulog with Coco Martin</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pit-senor-toyota-motor-philippines-celebrates-sinulog-with-coco-martin</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pit-senor-toyota-motor-philippines-celebrates-sinulog-with-coco-martin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Toyota Tamaraw Ambassador pays homage to Sinulog Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brought extra excitement to this year’s Sinulog celebration by welcoming Coco Martin to Cebu City during the festival weekend. Through this, TMP highlighted its support for local traditions and its commitment to engaging communities across the Philippines. Festival-goers were treated to a memorable experience, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pit, Señor, Toyota, Motor, Philippines, celebrates, Sinulog, with, Coco, Martin</media:keywords>
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<title>Review: REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/review-redmi-note-15-pro-5g</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/review-redmi-note-15-pro-5g</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ XIAOMI Corp. last week launched in the Philippines its latest mid-range smartphones, the REDMI Note 15 Series, consisting of five devices with Pro and base models and both 4G and 5G versions, offering a variety of choices to fit different budgets and needs. The brand lent BusinessWorld a unit of one of the three Pro […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Review:, REDMI, Note, Pro</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL women’s healthcare five years behind other SEA countries – expert</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-womens-healthcare-five-years-behind-other-sea-countries-expert</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-womens-healthcare-five-years-behind-other-sea-countries-expert</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An expert said on Thursday that women’s healthcare in the Philippines lags five years behind other Southeast Asian countries, raising concerns about accessibility and awareness. “The healthcare industry here, particularly women’s health, has so much potential to be filled and to be so much opportunity for growth and also for development,” Carol Joanna Violago-Olivarez, founder […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, women’s, healthcare, five, years, behind, other, SEA, countries, –, expert</media:keywords>
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<title>Skin Republic: Where great skin became simple</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/skin-republic-where-great-skin-became-simple</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/skin-republic-where-great-skin-became-simple</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Grace had always been that friend — the one whose vanity cabinet looked like a miniature skincare lab. Toners from Japan, serums from Korea, creams from the US — each promising radiant, youthful skin. But one day, standing in front of her mirror, she realized that despite all her knowledge and devotion, something had gone […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Skin, Republic:, Where, great, skin, became, simple</media:keywords>
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<title>Empowering content creators, supporting livelihoods at Nestlé Professional’s first&amp;amp;ever TikTok affiliates event</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/empowering-content-creators-supporting-livelihoods-at-nestle-professionals-firstever-tiktok-affiliates-event</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/empowering-content-creators-supporting-livelihoods-at-nestle-professionals-firstever-tiktok-affiliates-event</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Social commerce has changed the landscape of discovering and purchasing products online. Through live selling and affiliate content creators on social media platforms like TikTok, buying an item is now as easy as scrolling on your feed, clicking the yellow basket and proceeding to checkout. This streamlined process is what brands are leveraging to keep […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Empowering, content, creators, supporting, livelihoods, Nestlé, Professional’s, first&amp;ever, TikTok, affiliates, event</media:keywords>
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<title>Billionaires 4,000 times more likely to hold political office, says Oxfam report</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/billionaires-4000-times-more-likely-to-hold-political-office-says-oxfam-report</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/billionaires-4000-times-more-likely-to-hold-political-office-says-oxfam-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Billionaires, whose wealth saw record growth in 2025, are 4,000 times more likely to hold political office than ordinary citizens, according to a global Oxfam report released Tuesday, coinciding with the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. In the report titled “Resisting the Rule of the Rich: Protecting Freedom from Billionaire Power,” Oxfam said that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Billionaires, 4, 000, times, more, likely, hold, political, office, says, Oxfam, report</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines’ BoP position swings to deficit in 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-bop-position-swings-to-deficit-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-bop-position-swings-to-deficit-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ balance of payments (BoP) deficit in 2025 settled below the central bank’s full-year forecast despite posting a wider deficit in December. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines’, BoP, position, swings, deficit, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>SEC studies lifting moratorium on new online lending platforms</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sec-studies-lifting-moratorium-on-new-online-lending-platforms</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sec-studies-lifting-moratorium-on-new-online-lending-platforms</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it is studying a possible lifting of the moratorium on the registration of new online lending platforms. “The moratorium is already long — it’s already long, so I said it’s about time to study [whether] to lift it,” SEC Chairperson Francisco Ed. Lim told reporters on the sidelines […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>SEC, studies, lifting, moratorium, new, online, lending, platforms</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines looks to raise $1.5B via triple&amp;amp;tranche dollar bonds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-looks-to-raise-15b-via-tripletranche-dollar-bonds</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-looks-to-raise-15b-via-tripletranche-dollar-bonds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE GOVERNMENT is seeking to raise at least $1.5 billion from its triple-tranche offering of dollar-denominated notes, marking the Marcos administration’s fourth offshore bond issuance and its first in a year. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, looks, raise, 1.5B, via, triple&amp;tranche, dollar, bonds</media:keywords>
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<title>XG Redefines Their Name: ‘Xtraordinary Girls’ Evolves into ‘Xtraordinary Genes’ Ahead of World Tour &amp;amp; Album Drop</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/xgredefines-their-name-xtraordinary-girls-evolves-into-xtraordinary-genesahead-of-world-tour-album-drop</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/xgredefines-their-name-xtraordinary-girls-evolves-into-xtraordinary-genesahead-of-world-tour-album-drop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Global hip-hop/R&amp;B group XG announced a bold evolution in the meaning behind their name, shifting from “Xtraordinary Girls” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:31 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>XG Redefines, Their, Name:, ‘Xtraordinary, Girls’, Evolves, into, ‘Xtraordinary, Genes’ Ahead, World, Tour, Album, Drop</media:keywords>
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<title>Fantomel, Kate Linn, Willy William, Ben Cristovao &amp;amp; Jombriel Join Forces on Global Hit ‘Elastico’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fantomel-kate-linn-willy-william-ben-cristovao-jombriel-join-forces-on-global-hit-elastico</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fantomel-kate-linn-willy-william-ben-cristovao-jombriel-join-forces-on-global-hit-elastico</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fantomel &amp; Kate Linn, the parents of the hit “Dame Un Grrr”, which took the first place on ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Fantomel, Kate, Linn, Willy, William, Ben, Cristovao, Jombriel, Join, Forces, Global, Hit, ‘Elastico’</media:keywords>
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<title>Honesty, Humor and Healing: Yazmin Aziz Releases First Tagalog Song Nagpalinlang</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/honesty-humor-and-healing-yazmin-aziz-releases-first-tagalog-song-nagpalinlang</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/honesty-humor-and-healing-yazmin-aziz-releases-first-tagalog-song-nagpalinlang</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – January 16, 2026 Yazmin Aziz is starting 2026 with something new and deeply personal. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Honesty, Humor, and, Healing:, Yazmin, Aziz, Releases, First, Tagalog, Song, Nagpalinlang</media:keywords>
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<title>10 Simple Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like a Luxury Retreat</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/10-simple-ways-to-make-your-home-feel-like-a-luxury-retreat</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/10-simple-ways-to-make-your-home-feel-like-a-luxury-retreat</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You don’t need a five-star resort or a massive renovation budget to enjoy a luxurious home. With a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Simple, Ways, Make, Your, Home, Feel, Like, Luxury, Retreat</media:keywords>
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<title>Vico Sotto Unveils P9.6&#45;B Modern Pasig City Hall Project</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vico-sotto-unveils-p96-b-modern-pasig-city-hall-project</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vico-sotto-unveils-p96-b-modern-pasig-city-hall-project</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pasig City is embracing a bold, forward-looking vision under Mayor Vico Sotto. At the heart of this transformation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vico, Sotto, Unveils, P9.6-B, Modern, Pasig, City, Hall, Project</media:keywords>
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<title>Globe brings Starlink direct&amp;amp;amp;to&amp;amp;amp;cell technology in PHL</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-brings-starlink-directtocell-technology-in-phl-12642</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-brings-starlink-directtocell-technology-in-phl-12642</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GLOBE TELECOM, Inc. has partnered with Elon Musk’s Starlink to bring its direct-to-cell satellite services in the Philippines, making the country the first in Southeast Asia to offer the technology. “By leveraging Starlink’s low earth orbit satellites, we will bridge coverage gaps in what we called geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas, enabling Filipinos to access […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Globe, brings, Starlink, direct&amp;ampto&amp;ampcell, technology, PHL</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP’s ‘nonchalance’ amid peso slump still reasonable</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsps-nonchalance-amid-peso-slump-still-reasonable</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsps-nonchalance-amid-peso-slump-still-reasonable</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) minimal intervention in the foreign exchange market is deemed reasonable as the peso’s recent swings remain manageable despite successively hitting record lows in the past weeks, analysts said.    ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP’s, ‘nonchalance’, amid, peso, slump, still, reasonable</media:keywords>
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<title>Business groups say execution of reforms key to regaining investor trust</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/business-groups-say-execution-of-reforms-key-to-regaining-investor-trust</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/business-groups-say-execution-of-reforms-key-to-regaining-investor-trust</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE BUSINESS groups view the government’s pledge of “big bold reforms” as a credible step to rebuilding investor confidence but warn the real impact will depend on swift and decisive implementation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Philippine banks’ NPL ratio eases in November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-banks-npl-ratio-eases-in-november</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-banks-npl-ratio-eases-in-november</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINE BANKING system’s gross nonperforming loan (NPL) ratio eased at end-November, preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, banks’, NPL, ratio, eases, November</media:keywords>
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<title>Marcos announces Malampaya gas discovery</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-announces-malampaya-gas-discovery</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-announces-malampaya-gas-discovery</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines has made its first major natural gas discovery in more than a decade, a development that could strengthen domestic energy supply and support rising power demand, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. said on Monday. The reservoir, called Malampaya East-1, lies about 5 kilometers east of the existing Malampaya gas field off Palawan province […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Marcos, announces, Malampaya, gas, discovery</media:keywords>
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<title>Marcos faces impeachment complaint over flood&#45;control graft scandal</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-faces-impeachment-complaint-over-flood-control-graft-scandal</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-faces-impeachment-complaint-over-flood-control-graft-scandal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. is facing an impeachment complaint over allegations he profited from anomalous infrastructure contracts, escalating political pressure amid a multibillion-peso graft scandal. The complaint, endorsed on Monday by House Deputy Minority Leader and Party-list Rep. Jernie Jett V. Nisay and filed by lawyer Andre R. de Jesus, cited five grounds […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Marcos, faces, impeachment, complaint, over, flood-control, graft, scandal</media:keywords>
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<title>Wholesale price growth of NCR building materials steady in December</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wholesale-price-growth-of-ncr-building-materials-steady-in-december</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wholesale-price-growth-of-ncr-building-materials-steady-in-december</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Price growth of bulk construction materials in the National Capital Region (NCR) steadied in December, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Thursday. Data from the PSA showed the construction materials wholesale price index (CMWPI) in NCR went up by 0.8% year on year in December, matching the pace in November. However, it was higher […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wholesale, price, growth, NCR, building, materials, steady, December</media:keywords>
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<title>PHIVOLCS warns of possible Kanlaon lahars amid Storm Ada</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phivolcs-warns-of-possible-kanlaon-lahars-amid-storm-ada</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phivolcs-warns-of-possible-kanlaon-lahars-amid-storm-ada</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several communities near Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island are advised to prepare for possible lahars due to heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Nokaen, locally named Ada, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). In an 11:00 a.m. advisory, PHIVOLCS said the forecasted rains from Ada may trigger lahars and muddy run-off in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHIVOLCS, warns, possible, Kanlaon, lahars, amid, Storm, Ada</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines unveils ‘big bold reforms’ to shore up investor confidence</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-unveils-big-bold-reforms-to-shore-up-investor-confidence</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-unveils-big-bold-reforms-to-shore-up-investor-confidence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, Reporter The Philippine government on Friday pledged “big bold reforms” that are aimed at restoring investor trust as it tries to contain the economic fallout from a widening corruption scandal. Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go said the economic team unveiled reforms before the largest names and groups in the private […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, unveils, ‘big, bold, reforms’, shore, investor, confidence</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL orders Grok AI ban</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-orders-grok-ai-ban</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-orders-grok-ai-ban</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines has ordered the ban of Grok, the generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot developed by X.AI Corp. (xAI), owned by Elon Musk over deepfake and growing threats involving women and minors. This came after the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) through its Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) ordered the National Telecommunications […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, orders, Grok, ban</media:keywords>
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<title>Globe brings Starlink direct&amp;amp;to&amp;amp;cell technology in PHL</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-brings-starlink-directtocell-technology-in-phl</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-brings-starlink-directtocell-technology-in-phl</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GLOBE TELECOM, Inc. has partnered with Elon Musk’s Starlink to bring its direct-to-cell satellite services in the Philippines, making the country the first in Southeast Asia to offer the technology. “By leveraging Starlink’s low earth orbit satellites, we will bridge coverage gaps in what we called geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas, enabling Filipinos to access […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Globe, brings, Starlink, direct&amp;to&amp;cell, technology, PHL</media:keywords>
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<title>Bela Leads ABS&#45;CBN’s Upcoming Series Alongside Richard, Gerald</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bela-leads-abs-cbns-upcoming-series-alongside-richard-gerald</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bela-leads-abs-cbns-upcoming-series-alongside-richard-gerald</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bela Padilla is set to headline one of ABS-CBN’s biggest offerings this year, joining Richard Gutierrez and Gerald ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:24 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bela, Leads, ABS-CBN’s, Upcoming, Series, Alongside, Richard, Gerald</media:keywords>
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<title>Netflix Debuts the Official Rise of the Baroques Teaser for ‘One Piece: Into the Grand Line’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/netflix-debuts-the-official-rise-of-the-baroques-teaser-for-one-piece-into-the-grand-line</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/netflix-debuts-the-official-rise-of-the-baroques-teaser-for-one-piece-into-the-grand-line</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A criminal syndicate. Hidden identities.  Images courtesy of Netflix Netflix revealed the official “Rise Of The Baroques” teaser ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Netflix, Debuts, the, Official, Rise, the, Baroques, Teaser, for, ‘One, Piece:, Into, the, Grand, Line’</media:keywords>
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<title>Tone Stith, Grammy Winning R&amp;amp;B Star Drop News Asia Focused Single</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tone-stith-grammy-winning-rb-star-drop-news-asia-focused-single</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tone-stith-grammy-winning-rb-star-drop-news-asia-focused-single</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Grammy-Winning US R&amp;B Star Unveils New Single “Fly” from Highly Anticipated Album ‘The Edge’ Jersey-Born Multi-Instrumentalist Channels Michael ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tone, Stith, Grammy, Winning, R&amp;B, Star, Drop, News, Asia, Focused, Single</media:keywords>
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<title>Tiangco Bares PBBM–Romualdez Clash Over ‘Pocketed’ Funds</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tiangco-bares-pbbmromualdez-clash-over-pocketed-funds</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tiangco-bares-pbbmromualdez-clash-over-pocketed-funds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A confrontation allegedly occurred between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his cousin, Leyte Rep. and former House Speaker ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tiangco, Bares, PBBM–Romualdez, Clash, Over, ‘Pocketed’, Funds</media:keywords>
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<title>Bam Aquino: ‘Time for the next generation to make their voices heard’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bam-aquino-time-for-the-next-generation-to-make-their-voices-heard</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bam-aquino-time-for-the-next-generation-to-make-their-voices-heard</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Senator Bam Aquino can’t help but reminisce about his hosting stint as the youth-oriented, semi-debate show “Y Speak” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bam, Aquino:, ‘Time, for, the, next, generation, make, their, voices, heard’</media:keywords>
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<title>San Miguel Beermen brace for defiant Gin Kings in Game 6 of Philippine Cup semis</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/san-miguel-beermen-brace-for-defiant-gin-kings-in-game-6-of-philippine-cup-semis</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/san-miguel-beermen-brace-for-defiant-gin-kings-in-game-6-of-philippine-cup-semis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A BLOCKBUSTER rematch against early finalist TNT offers a tantalizing prospect defending champion San Miguel Beermen (SMB). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>San, Miguel, Beermen, brace, for, defiant, Gin, Kings, Game, Philippine, Cup, semis</media:keywords>
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<title>Nxled acquires Brooke Van Sickle, MJ Phillips, Myla Pablo and Jules Tolentino overnight</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nxled-acquires-brooke-van-sickle-mj-phillips-myla-pablo-and-jules-tolentino-overnight</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nxled-acquires-brooke-van-sickle-mj-phillips-myla-pablo-and-jules-tolentino-overnight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Nxled Chameleons’ massive transformation is now complete. The franchise announced on Thursday it has acquired super stars Brooke Van Sickle, MJ Phillips and Myla Pablo and rising young setter Jules Tolentino that, overnight, installed it as one of the teams, if not the team, to beat in the PVL All Filipino Conference unfurling Jan. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Nxled, acquires, Brooke, Van, Sickle, Phillips, Myla, Pablo, and, Jules, Tolentino, overnight</media:keywords>
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<title>Hostility on NBA elite</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hostility-on-nba-elite</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hostility-on-nba-elite</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The boos at the Fiserv Forum the other day were not especially loud by National Basketball Association (NBA) standards, but they resonated all the same. When Giannis Antetokounmpo turned toward the crowd and booed back, his reaction reflected recognition of the shift in sentiment. Star and fans remained aligned, but on the opposite end of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hostility, NBA, elite</media:keywords>
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<title>PBA Press Corps to award Ramon Fernandez Trophy to Philippine Cup Finals MVP</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pba-press-corps-to-award-ramon-fernandez-trophy-to-philippine-cup-finals-mvp</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pba-press-corps-to-award-ramon-fernandez-trophy-to-philippine-cup-finals-mvp</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PBA Press Corps announced on Thursday the introduction of the Ramon Fernandez Trophy that will be handed out to the winner of the Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP). Starting with the PBA’s 50th Season Philippine Cup Finals, the PBA Press Corps will present a trophy named in honor of Mr. Fernandez for his remarkable […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PBA, Press, Corps, award, Ramon, Fernandez, Trophy, Philippine, Cup, Finals, MVP</media:keywords>
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<title>Eala faces ‘fastest server’ Alycia Parks of US in Round One of AO</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-faces-fastest-server-alycia-parks-of-us-in-round-one-of-ao</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-faces-fastest-server-alycia-parks-of-us-in-round-one-of-ao</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ AND the battle lines are drawn. Filipina sensation Alexandra “Alex” Eala will face “fastest server” Alycia Parks of the United States to kick off her highly-anticipated main draw debut in the Australian Open (AO) this weekend at the Melbourne Park. It will be an acid test for the 20-year-old Filipina according to Thursday’s official draw […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eala, faces, ‘fastest, server’, Alycia, Parks, Round, One</media:keywords>
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<title>Tropang 5G eye early finals slot against embattled Bolts</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tropang-5g-eye-early-finals-slot-against-embattled-bolts</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tropang-5g-eye-early-finals-slot-against-embattled-bolts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ QUALIFYING for the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup finals as early as possible would offer extra time for the players to recover and recharge while waiting for their opponent. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tropang, eye, early, finals, slot, against, embattled, Bolts</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL passport ranks 73rd in global ranking</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-passport-ranks-73rd-in-global-ranking</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine passport ranked 73rd globally, two ranks higher than a year earlier, in terms of visa-free privileges in global destinations, according to the London-based Henley Passport Index (HPI) on Tuesday. “Against a backdrop in which many passports experienced declining mobility as visa-on-arrival regimes were phased out, the Philippine passport has performed broadly in line […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, passport, ranks, 73rd, global, ranking</media:keywords>
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<title>PHIVOLCS: Mayon Volcano logs 206 rockfall events, spews lava</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phivolcs-mayon-volcano-logs-206-rockfall-events-spews-lava</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phivolcs-mayon-volcano-logs-206-rockfall-events-spews-lava</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of 206 rockfall events were recorded at Mayon Volcano in Albay in the past 24 hours, while a short-lived lava fountaining was observed early Tuesday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). In its latest bulletin, PHIVOLC reported that 63 pyroclastic density currents (PDCs) were also recorded at the volcano […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHIVOLCS:, Mayon, Volcano, logs, 206, rockfall, events, spews, lava</media:keywords>
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<title>Unloading Ja Morant</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unloading-ja-morant</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unloading-ja-morant</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For longtime habitués, the National Basketball Association (NBA) grapevine has a familiar way of sneaking in turning points, and often through the telling phrase “entertaining offers.” It was most certainly the language used when discussing the Grizzlies’ increasing interest in unloading Ja Morant. Not shopping him aggressively, not rushing a decision, but just “listening.” The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Unloading, Morant</media:keywords>
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<title>Potential storm Ada to approach CARAGA, Eastern Visayas</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/potential-storm-ada-to-approach-caraga-eastern-visayas</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The low-pressure area (LPA) with the potential to develop into Tropical Cyclone Ada is likely to move near the CARAGA region and Eastern Visayas, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Tuesday. The potential storm Ada developed into an LPA at 8:00 a.m. and has a medium chance of intensifying […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Potential, storm, Ada, approach, CARAGA, Eastern, Visayas</media:keywords>
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<title>Imee Marcos: Why is Martin Romualdez not tagged in the flood control mess?</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/imee-marcos-why-is-martin-romualdez-not-tagged-in-the-flood-control-mess</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/imee-marcos-why-is-martin-romualdez-not-tagged-in-the-flood-control-mess</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sen. Imee Marcos questioned why her cousin, former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, has not been included so far ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:32 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>‘The Boyfriend’ Returns for 2nd Season this January on Netflix</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-boyfriend-returns-for-2nd-season-this-january-on-netflix</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-boyfriend-returns-for-2nd-season-this-january-on-netflix</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Every snowflake is unique — and so are the love stories that will unfold among a group of ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘The, Boyfriend’, Returns, for, 2nd, Season, this, January, Netflix</media:keywords>
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<title>Kim Seon&#45;ho and Go Youn&#45;jung Star in Rom&#45;com K&#45;Drama ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kim-seon-ho-and-go-youn-jung-star-in-rom-comk-drama-can-this-love-be-translated</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kim-seon-ho-and-go-youn-jung-star-in-rom-comk-drama-can-this-love-be-translated</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ They say accurate translation is not necessarily word for word, but rests instead on the ability to relay ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:19 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kim, Seon-ho, and, Youn-jung, Star, Rom-com K-Drama, ‘Can, This, Love, Translated’</media:keywords>
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<title>Remulla: Leandro Leviste Being Probed for Selling Mega&#45;franchise Without Congress Approval </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/remulla-leandro-leviste-being-probed-for-selling-mega-franchise-without-congress-approval</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/remulla-leandro-leviste-being-probed-for-selling-mega-franchise-without-congress-approval</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla confirmed that the government is investigating Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste over the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Remulla:, Leandro, Leviste, Being, Probed, for, Selling, Mega-franchise, Without, Congress, Approval </media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Teases Exciting 2026 Lineup Headlined by Top Kapamilya Stars</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-teases-exciting-2026-lineup-headlined-by-top-kapamilya-stars</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-teases-exciting-2026-lineup-headlined-by-top-kapamilya-stars</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN unveiled its lineup of fresh and returning programs for 2026, which is a mix of romance, action, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Teases, Exciting, 2026, Lineup, Headlined, Top, Kapamilya, Stars</media:keywords>
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<title>DepEd targets AI literacy, training for 1.5 million Filipinos in 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-targets-ai-literacy-training-for-15-million-filipinos-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/deped-targets-ai-literacy-training-for-15-million-filipinos-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Education (DepEd) said on Friday that 1.5 million learners, teachers, and parents will benefit from its newly launched artificial intelligence (AI) program this year, which aims to educate and train Filipinos on the emerging technology. “Right now, only 1.5 million are affected,” Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” M. Angara told reporters in an […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DepEd, targets, literacy, training, for, 1.5, million, Filipinos, 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Classroom observation policies under review, says DepEd</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/classroom-observation-policies-under-review-says-deped</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/classroom-observation-policies-under-review-says-deped</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Education (DepEd) said on Friday that it is currently reviewing classroom observation policies, following the death of a public school teacher during the scheduled evaluation process. “We’re ordering a review of the policy. Actually, that’s under review because that’s the complaint of the teachers that sometimes the environment has too much pressure,” […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Classroom, observation, policies, under, review, says, DepEd</media:keywords>
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<title>Young’s Hawks exit</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/youngs-hawks-exit</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/youngs-hawks-exit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ There are departures in sport that arrive with tiptoeing feet: no slammed doors or scorching statements, but instead a shared recognition that a long-held promise has to finally be let go. Trae Young’s exit from the Hawks is one such instance. Nearly seven seasons after he arrived as their future-altering centerpiece, he leaves as the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Young’s, Hawks, exit</media:keywords>
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<title>Galeries Tower Highrisers acquire seven players to complete its rebuild for All&#45;Filipino Conference</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/galeries-tower-highrisers-acquire-seven-players-to-complete-its-rebuild-for-all-filipino-conference</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/galeries-tower-highrisers-acquire-seven-players-to-complete-its-rebuild-for-all-filipino-conference</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GALERIES TOWER recently tapped seven players including Erika Raagas from Akari to jumpstart its complete rebuild in preparation for the forthcoming PVL All-Filipino Conference. The 5-foot-7 Ms. Raagas should provide the needed ammo for the Highrisers, who have let go of all but four of their roster from a year ago plus the coaching staff […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Galeries, Tower, Highrisers, acquire, seven, players, complete, its, rebuild, for, All-Filipino, Conference</media:keywords>
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<title>Eala joins Melbourne Kooyong Classic ahead of Aussie Open</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-joins-melbourne-kooyong-classic-ahead-of-aussie-open</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/eala-joins-melbourne-kooyong-classic-ahead-of-aussie-open</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NO REST for the weary. Alexandra “Alex” Eala, hungry for more, turns her eyes to the Kooyong Classic in Melbourne for her final buildup ahead of her highly-anticipated main draw debut in the Australian Open. “Until my heart stops. So close yet so far. Thank you Auckland for the warmest hospitality to start the year. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Eala, joins, Melbourne, Kooyong, Classic, ahead, Aussie, Open</media:keywords>
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<title>Puregold’s ‘Pusong Panalo’ brightens students’ path in remote Rizal village</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregolds-pusong-panalo-brightens-students-path-in-remote-rizal-village</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregolds-pusong-panalo-brightens-students-path-in-remote-rizal-village</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In an upland village in Tanay, Rizal, children would trek for up to one hour before sunrise just to make it to class. Many from poor and indigenous families, these students have no choice but to walk just to get an education. To help make their daily trek safer and their school days brighter, leading […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Puregold’s, ‘Pusong, Panalo’, brightens, students’, path, remote, Rizal, village</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine economy may see faster growth in 2026, 2027 – UN</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-economy-may-see-faster-growth-in-2026-2027-un</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-economy-may-see-faster-growth-in-2026-2027-un</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, Reporter The Philippine economy may expand at a faster pace this year and in 2027, supported by household consumption and softer inflation, the United Nations (UN) said, as the country rebounds from a corruption scandal. In its latest World Economic Situation and Prospects report, the UN projected the Philippine gross […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, economy, may, see, faster, growth, 2026, 2027, –</media:keywords>
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<title>Xiaomi names SB19 as official ambassadors of REDMI Note 15 Series in PHL</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/xiaomi-names-sb19-as-official-ambassadors-of-redmi-note-15-series-in-phl</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/xiaomi-names-sb19-as-official-ambassadors-of-redmi-note-15-series-in-phl</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ XIAOMI Corp. has tapped P-pop group SB19 as the official ambassadors of its REDMI Note 15 Series smartphones in the Philippines. The devices will be launched in the country on Jan. 15, with the boy group set to join the event in Cebu to showcase the REDMI Note 15 Series. “With the tagline ‘It’s Titan […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Xiaomi, names, SB19, official, ambassadors, REDMI, Note, Series, PHL</media:keywords>
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<title>1 killed, 38 missing in Cebu City landfill collapse</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/1-killed-38-missing-in-cebu-city-landfill-collapse</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/1-killed-38-missing-in-cebu-city-landfill-collapse</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At least one employee was reported killed while 38 others remain missing after a landslide struck a landfill site in Barangay Binaliw, Cebu City on Thursday, according to the city’s chief executive. In an official statement posted on Facebook, Cebu City Mayor Nestor D. Archival said the reported fatality was a 22-year-old female employee. As […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>killed, missing, Cebu, City, landfill, collapse</media:keywords>
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<title>AweSM Cebu 2026 brings Sinulog spectacle to the max across SM Malls</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/awesm-cebu-2026-brings-sinulog-spectacle-to-the-max-across-sm-malls</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/awesm-cebu-2026-brings-sinulog-spectacle-to-the-max-across-sm-malls</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sinulog season kicks into high gear as AweSM Cebu 2026 takes over SM City Cebu, SM Seaside, and SM J Mall, delivering curated experiences that grow in energy, scale, and excitement as the festivities unfold. Designed for families, foodies, creatives, and fans, the three malls’ celebrations transform everyday mall moments into a city-wide Sinulog gala. At SM City Cebu, the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>AweSM, Cebu, 2026, brings, Sinulog, spectacle, the, max, across, Malls</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Tatak ng Tapang, Tatak Ginebra’ Campaign Honors the Battle Scars of Real&#45;Life Courage</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tatak-ng-tapang-tatak-ginebra-campaign-honors-the-battle-scars-of-real-life-courage</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tatak-ng-tapang-tatak-ginebra-campaign-honors-the-battle-scars-of-real-life-courage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin, once again raises the bar in brand storytelling with its newest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:51 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘Tatak, Tapang, Tatak, Ginebra’, Campaign, Honors, the, Battle, Scars, Real-Life, Courage</media:keywords>
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<title>vivo X300 Pro Excels in DxOMark Camera Test, Scores 171</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-pro-excels-in-dxomark-camera-test-scores-171</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-pro-excels-in-dxomark-camera-test-scores-171</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The vivo X300 Pro has achieved exceptional results in the latest DxOMark Camera Test, earning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:42 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>vivo, X300, Pro, Excels, DxOMark, Camera, Test, Scores, 171</media:keywords>
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<title>Luke Chiang Unveils Final Single ‘Say That!’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/luke-chiang-unveils-final-single-say-that</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/luke-chiang-unveils-final-single-say-that</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Following a powerful return to music earlier this year and the momentum of two viral singles, rising Taiwanese-American singer-songwriter Luke Chiang unveils ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:27 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Luke, Chiang, Unveils, Final, Single, ‘Say, That’</media:keywords>
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<title>10 Free Feel&#45;Good Shows on Samsung TV Plus</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/10-free-feel-good-shows-on-samsung-tv-plus</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/10-free-feel-good-shows-on-samsung-tv-plus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From intense culinary battles and steamy kilig romance to mind-blowing myths that keep the barkada debating, or high-stakes game shows packed with ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Free, Feel-Good, Shows, Samsung, Plus</media:keywords>
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<title>Who is Bana? Shocking Girl&#45;Love Between Mary Joy and Mutya Rocks ‘What Lies Beneath’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/who-is-bana-shocking-girl-love-between-mary-joy-and-mutya-rocks-what-lies-beneath</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/who-is-bana-shocking-girl-love-between-mary-joy-and-mutya-rocks-what-lies-beneath</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Weeks of speculation finally come to an explosive end in ” What Lies Beneath” as the identity of ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Who, Bana, Shocking, Girl-Love, Between, Mary, Joy, and, Mutya, Rocks, ‘What, Lies, Beneath’</media:keywords>
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<title>6.7 quake jolts offshore Davao Oriental; aftershocks recorded</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/67-quake-jolts-offshore-davao-oriental-aftershocks-recorded</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/67-quake-jolts-offshore-davao-oriental-aftershocks-recorded</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck offshore of Manay, Davao Oriental on Wednesday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), with several aftershocks recorded and felt in nearby areas. In an advisory, PHIVOLCS said the earthquake occurred at 11:02 a.m. and was located 47 kilometers south-southeast of Manay, Davao Oriental. The quake occurred […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>6.7, quake, jolts, offshore, Davao, Oriental, aftershocks, recorded</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines NG debt rises to record&#45;high P17.65&#45;trillion as of end&#45;November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-ng-debt-rises-to-record-high-p1765-trillion-as-of-end-november</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-ng-debt-rises-to-record-high-p1765-trillion-as-of-end-november</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines’ total outstanding debt inched up to a fresh high of P17.65 trillion as of end-November, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said. Latest data from the Treasury showed the national government’s (NG) outstanding debt went up by 0.49% to P17.65 trillion in November from P17.56 trillion at end-October 2025. The debt level is […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, debt, rises, record-high, P17.65-trillion, end-November</media:keywords>
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<title>GCash launches In&#45;App OTPs to strengthen security against phishing scams and fraud</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-launches-in-app-otps-to-strengthen-security-against-phishing-scams-and-fraud</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-launches-in-app-otps-to-strengthen-security-against-phishing-scams-and-fraud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GCash users urged to turn on push notification settings to make their app transactions safe and secure GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem, is rolling out its newest security feature, In-App OTPs (One-Time Passwords). By the first quarter of 2026, users will receive their OTPs directly via secure push notifications within the GCash app instead of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCash, launches, In-App, OTPs, strengthen, security, against, phishing, scams, and, fraud</media:keywords>
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<title>DLSU launches philosophy and AI degree program</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dlsu-launches-philosophy-and-ai-degree-program</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dlsu-launches-philosophy-and-ai-degree-program</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ De La Salle University said on Wednesday that it aims to produce critical, ethical, and normative thinking leaders in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry through its newly launched program, the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence (BA-PAI).  “The AB-PAI is our commitment to developing human-centered AI leaders who can ensure these powerful tools […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DLSU, launches, philosophy, and, degree, program</media:keywords>
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<title>Mayon’s unrest may lead to lava eruption, says PHIVOLCS</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mayons-unrest-may-lead-to-lava-eruption-says-phivolcs</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mayons-unrest-may-lead-to-lava-eruption-says-phivolcs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing unrest of Mayon Volcano may lead to lava flows and lava fountaining in the coming days, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). ​The country’s most active volcano was raised to Alert Level 3 from Alert Level 2 on Tuesday after the observation of a magmatic eruption of a summit […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mayon’s, unrest, may, lead, lava, eruption, says, PHIVOLCS</media:keywords>
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<title>Talent Manager and Online Show Host Noel Ferrer Names Bam, Vico as People of the Year 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/talent-manager-and-online-show-host-noel-ferrer-names-bam-vico-as-people-of-the-year-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/talent-manager-and-online-show-host-noel-ferrer-names-bam-vico-as-people-of-the-year-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Talent manager and online show host Noel Ferrer has named Senator Bam Aquino and Pasig City Mayor Vico ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:42 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Colde is Back in Manila for BLUEPRINT+ Tour</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/colde-is-back-in-manila-for-blueprint-tour</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/colde-is-back-in-manila-for-blueprint-tour</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MAKATI, Philippines — Filipino Colde blues, we won again! Genre-blending singer-songwriter, and music producer, Colde returns to the ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:30 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Colde, Back, Manila, for, BLUEPRINT, Tour</media:keywords>
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<title>Kick Off 2026 with Spectacular Deals at OPPO’s 1.1 New Year Sale</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kick-off-2026-with-spectacular-deals-at-oppos-11-new-year-sale</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kick-off-2026-with-spectacular-deals-at-oppos-11-new-year-sale</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Celebrate your New Year goals with unbeatable deals and perks at the OPPO 1.1 New Year Sale. From ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kick, Off, 2026, with, Spectacular, Deals, OPPO’s, 1.1, New, Year, Sale</media:keywords>
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<title>ASAP Goes Live on Kapamilya Channel sa ALLTV with Powerhouse Performances</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asap-goes-live-on-kapamilya-channel-sa-alltv-with-powerhouse-performances</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asap-goes-live-on-kapamilya-channel-sa-alltv-with-powerhouse-performances</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcome the new year with a grand homecoming as “ASAP: We Are Home” goes LIVE on Kapamilya Channel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ASAP, Goes, Live, Kapamilya, Channel, ALLTV, with, Powerhouse, Performances</media:keywords>
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<title>Can a Smartphone Survive a Plane Drop?</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/can-a-smartphone-survive-a-plane-drop</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/can-a-smartphone-survive-a-plane-drop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Starting the year with a total bang! Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines unveils its most explosive release yet—the HONOR X9d 5G. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Can, Smartphone, Survive, Plane, Drop</media:keywords>
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<title>White corn gives Cagayan farmers a lifeline after years of debt and flood losses</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/white-corn-gives-cagayan-farmers-a-lifeline-after-years-of-debt-and-flood-losses</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/white-corn-gives-cagayan-farmers-a-lifeline-after-years-of-debt-and-flood-losses</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ CAGAYAN — For decades, Crecencia B. Garan planted yellow corn in the river plains of Alcala, Cagayan — only to watch most of her earnings circle back to the middlemen who financed her inputs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NG borrowings surge in November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ng-borrowings-surge-in-november</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ng-borrowings-surge-in-november</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) gross borrowings surged in November amid a sharp rise in domestic and foreign borrowings, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>borrowings, surge, November</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine PMI rebounds in December</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-pmi-rebounds-in-december</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-pmi-rebounds-in-december</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, Reporter Philippine factory activity improved in December, rebounding from the slump in November amid a rise in new orders and softer decline in production. S&amp;P Global Philippines Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) expanded to 50.2 in December, a turnaround from November’s 47.4 which was the “strongest deterioration” in over four […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, PMI, rebounds, December</media:keywords>
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<title>Animal Kingdom Foundation Launches Hard&#45;Hitting “Bugok!” Billboard Calling Out False Cage&#45;Free Claims</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/animal-kingdom-foundation-launches-hard-hitting-bugok-billboard-calling-out-false-cage-free-claims</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/animal-kingdom-foundation-launches-hard-hitting-bugok-billboard-calling-out-false-cage-free-claims</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Billboards are a common sight along NLEX but as they pass through in Apalit, Pampanga, a peculiar sight will greet them. A chicken with a basket of eggs beside her, staring directly at them from a roadside billboard. As they notice the chicken, they will read the headline that pulls no punches: “Bugok! Stop Lying.” […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Animal, Kingdom, Foundation, Launches, Hard-Hitting, “Bugok”, Billboard, Calling, Out, False, Cage-Free, Claims</media:keywords>
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<title>Groups flag P633 billion corruption risk in bicam&#45;approved 2026 budget</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/groups-flag-p633-billion-corruption-risk-in-bicam-approved-2026-budget</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/groups-flag-p633-billion-corruption-risk-in-bicam-approved-2026-budget</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Multisectoral groups on Monday raised their recommendations on the P6.793-trillion national budget approved by the bicameral for 2026, following their concerns on the P633 billion worth of projects at risk for corruption and patronage. “We recommend that the President take action on more than P633 billion worth of projects at risk of corruption and patronage […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Choco Mucho signs up Eya Laure</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/choco-mucho-signs-up-eya-laure</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/choco-mucho-signs-up-eya-laure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE CHOCO MUCHO Flying Titans have caught one of the biggest, if not the biggest, fish in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) pool — Eya Laure. Ms. Laure officially signed with the Flying Titans right on the break of dawn on Thursday to usher in 2026, a year after parting ways with her former team, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Choco, Mucho, signs, Eya, Laure</media:keywords>
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<title>Sidelined Jokić to test Nuggets’ resilience</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sidelined-jokic-to-test-nuggets-resilience</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Nuggets pulled off a thrilling escape against the Raptors in the absence of Nikola Jokić and with other key players nursing injuries. Compelled to compete without the National Basketball Association’s leading candidate for Most Valuable Player (MVP), the Nuggets scraped out a 106-103 win over Toronto that called for both a celebration in the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sidelined, Jokić, test, Nuggets’, resilience</media:keywords>
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<title>DoT denies claims over magazine cover allegations</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dot-denies-claims-over-magazine-cover-allegations</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dot-denies-claims-over-magazine-cover-allegations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Tourism (DoT) said on Wednesday that the allegations surrounding a magazine cover featuring Tourism Secretary Esperanza Christina G. Frasco are false and misleading, following claims made by a photographer online. “Any claim suggesting that the Department or the Secretary used public office or resources for personal promotion is false, misleading, and expressly […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DoT, denies, claims, over, magazine, cover, allegations</media:keywords>
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<title>Sister teams set to clash in either bracket of PBA semis</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sister-teams-set-to-clash-in-either-bracket-of-pba-semis</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sister-teams-set-to-clash-in-either-bracket-of-pba-semis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE CHASE for the coveted Philippine Cup title in the PBA’s golden season is down to four. And all that’s left are heavyweights that have taken turns ruling the centerpiece competition in the last five years. On one side, it’s San Miguel Beermen (SMB), the defending champion and also the winner in 2022, taking on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Shanti Dope Is Billboard Phillipines’ Number 4 Top Artist of 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shanti-dope-is-billboard-phillipines-number-4-top-artist-of-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/shanti-dope-is-billboard-phillipines-number-4-top-artist-of-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Last December 3, 2025, Billboard Philippines hosted their Off The Charts: The Top Artists of 2025 party, honoring ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:27 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shanti, Dope, Billboard, Phillipines’, Number, Top, Artist, 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>Christmas Moments, Shot Clearly on Vivo V60 and V60 Lite</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/christmas-moments-shot-clearly-on-vivo-v60-and-v60-lite</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/christmas-moments-shot-clearly-on-vivo-v60-and-v60-lite</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA, PHILIPPINES – This Christmas season, heartfelt moments turned into stories worth keeping through the vivo V60 and ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Christmas, Moments, Shot, Clearly, Vivo, V60, and, V60, Lite</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines, Get Ready to Step into the Ring: Catch WWE Exclusively on Netflix, Starting January 1</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-get-ready-to-step-into-the-ring-catch-wwe-exclusively-on-netflix-starting-january-1</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-get-ready-to-step-into-the-ring-catch-wwe-exclusively-on-netflix-starting-january-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Filipino wrestling fans are in for a treat as Netflix brings WWE to the Philippines, delivering world-class sports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, Get, Ready, Step, into, the, Ring:, Catch, WWE, Exclusively, Netflix, Starting, January</media:keywords>
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<title>Jack Black and Paul Rudd get Goofy at the World Premiere of ‘Anaconda’ in LA</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jack-black-and-paul-rudd-get-goofy-at-the-world-premiere-of-anaconda-in-la</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jack-black-and-paul-rudd-get-goofy-at-the-world-premiere-of-anaconda-in-la</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In PH Cinemas Jan 8 Paul Rudd (L) and Jack Black strike a pose together at the World ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:12 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jack, Black, and, Paul, Rudd, get, Goofy, the, World, Premiere, ‘Anaconda’</media:keywords>
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<title>A Practical Wellness Reset for the New Year</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-practical-wellness-reset-for-the-new-year</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Come the new year, we’re flooded with advice on setting goals and crafting wellness routines that boost our ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Practical, Wellness, Reset, for, the, New, Year</media:keywords>
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<title>DOST studying ways to make fire&amp;amp;amp;resistant bamboo </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-studyingways-to-make-fireresistantbamboo-12527</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is developing various research initiatives to make bamboo, a sustainable construction material, more fire-resistant.  In a statement released Friday, DOST said the deadly fire in Hong Kong last November has sparked talks about the use of bamboo in construction and its fire safety.  DOST-Forest Products Research and Development […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Tracing the colorful journey of Ube through the Astoria Culinary Expert Services (Astoria&amp;amp;amp;ACES) farm&amp;amp;amp;to&amp;amp;amp;table initiative</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tracing-the-colorful-journey-of-ube-through-the-astoria-culinary-expert-services-astoriaaces-farmtotable-initiative-12526</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tracing-the-colorful-journey-of-ube-through-the-astoria-culinary-expert-services-astoriaaces-farmtotable-initiative-12526</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rich purple hue and naturally sweet, earthy flavor of ube has long been a beloved staple in Filipino desserts. From the classic halaya, lovingly stirred for hours in traditional kitchens, to the modern creations seen in cafés and restaurants, this local delicacy has earned its place as an icon of Filipino culinary artistry. Over the years, this humble root crop has […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>DTI eyes trade, investment opportunities as Philippines chairs ASEAN</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dti-eyes-trade-investment-opportunities-as-philippines-chairs-asean</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dti-eyes-trade-investment-opportunities-as-philippines-chairs-asean</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines is preparing to leverage its Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) chairmanship in 2026 to strengthen trade and investment ties within the region, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said. Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque told reporters that the Philippines’ assumption of the chairmanship will allow ASEAN partners to gain a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Recto says Palace now reviewing 2026 national budget</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/recto-says-palace-now-reviewing-2026-national-budget</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine executive branch is now reviewing the 2026 national budget, a process that could temporarily place the government under a reenacted budget in the first few days of January, Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BSP told to monitor banks’ exposure to manufacturing, public sector</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-told-to-monitor-banks-exposure-to-manufacturing-public-sector</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-told-to-monitor-banks-exposure-to-manufacturing-public-sector</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to closely monitor banks’ exposure to the manufacturing and public sectors amid lingering uncertainty over global trade policies. In a report following its Article IV Consultation with the Philippines, the IMF noted that the manufacturing sector’s earnings remain subdued and global trade woes […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, told, monitor, banks’, exposure, manufacturing, public, sector</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL net external liability position narrows to $58.2 billion at end&#45;September</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-net-external-liability-position-narrows-to-582-billion-at-end-september</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-net-external-liability-position-narrows-to-582-billion-at-end-september</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ international investment position (IIP) was at a net external liability of $58.2 billion as of September 2025, narrowing from the previous quarter, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said. Central bank data showed that end-September’s net liability position was 13.2% narrower than the $67 billion seen at end-June. It was also down by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Filipino teacher earns royal recognition from King Charles III  </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipino-teacher-earnsroyalrecognition-from-king-charles-iii</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A London-based Filipino teacher was named Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by His Majesty King Charles III for his contributions to the education sector in the United Kingdom (UK).   Edison David, an executive headteacher in the London Borough of Lambeth, and a lead inspector for Ofsted, the UK’s national […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Northeast monsoon to bring rains to parts of Luzon over New Year — PAGASA</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/northeast-monsoon-to-bring-rains-to-parts-of-luzon-over-new-year-pagasa</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/northeast-monsoon-to-bring-rains-to-parts-of-luzon-over-new-year-pagasa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As the new year festivities are just days ahead, mostly cloudy skies and rains are expected to affect parts of Northern Luzon, while the rest of the country will see isolated showers, according to the state weather bureau on Friday. In a weekly weather bulletin released at 12:00 p.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Northeast, monsoon, bring, rains, parts, Luzon, over, New, Year, —, PAGASA</media:keywords>
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<title>DOST studying ways to make fire&amp;amp;resistant bamboo </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dost-studyingways-to-make-fireresistantbamboo</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is developing various research initiatives to make bamboo, a sustainable construction material, more fire-resistant.  In a statement released Friday, DOST said the deadly fire in Hong Kong last November has sparked talks about the use of bamboo in construction and its fire safety.  DOST-Forest Products Research and Development […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>GCash represents PH at Mastercard Global Financial Health Coalition, showcases fintech expertise in international arena</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-represents-ph-at-mastercard-global-financial-health-coalition-showcases-fintech-expertise-in-international-arena</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-represents-ph-at-mastercard-global-financial-health-coalition-showcases-fintech-expertise-in-international-arena</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading finance super app GCash is bringing its financial technology expertise as the sole Philippine founding partner in the Mastercard Global Financial Health Coalition, an international network of industry innovators focused on advancing financial health and resilience. Represented by GCash lending arm Fuse Financing, Inc., its president and CEO, Tony Isidro, is sharing his knowledge on how to further […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCash, represents, Mastercard, Global, Financial, Health, Coalition, showcases, fintech, expertise, international, arena</media:keywords>
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<title>Tracing the colorful journey of Ube through the Astoria Culinary Expert Services (Astoria&amp;amp;ACES) farm&amp;amp;to&amp;amp;table initiative</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tracing-the-colorful-journey-of-ube-through-the-astoria-culinary-expert-services-astoriaaces-farmtotable-initiative</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tracing-the-colorful-journey-of-ube-through-the-astoria-culinary-expert-services-astoriaaces-farmtotable-initiative</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rich purple hue and naturally sweet, earthy flavor of ube has long been a beloved staple in Filipino desserts. From the classic halaya, lovingly stirred for hours in traditional kitchens, to the modern creations seen in cafés and restaurants, this local delicacy has earned its place as an icon of Filipino culinary artistry. Over the years, this humble root crop has […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:00:13 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Samsung Galaxy A Series Offers Essential Security for the Holiday Rush</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/samsung-galaxy-a-series-offers-essential-security-for-the-holiday-rush</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/samsung-galaxy-a-series-offers-essential-security-for-the-holiday-rush</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Holidays made joyful and secure with the Galaxy A series You do not need a premium budget to ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:29 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Samsung, Galaxy, Series, Offers, Essential, Security, for, the, Holiday, Rush</media:keywords>
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<title>Crunchyroll Hosts Limited&#45;Time Watch Party for ‘Trigun Stampede’ on YouTube on January 6 Ahead of ‘Trigun Stargaze’ Premiere</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/crunchyroll-hosts-limited-time-watch-party-for-trigun-stampede-on-youtube-on-january-6-ahead-of-trigun-stargaze-premiere</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/crunchyroll-hosts-limited-time-watch-party-for-trigun-stampede-on-youtube-on-january-6-ahead-of-trigun-stargaze-premiere</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Catch up on the Gunslinging Adventure Before the Final Installment of Studio Orange’s Reimagination Premieres on January 10, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Crunchyroll, Hosts, Limited-Time, Watch, Party, for, ‘Trigun, Stampede’, YouTube, January, Ahead, ‘Trigun, Stargaze’, Premiere</media:keywords>
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<title>HOPE and SM Supermalls make every Movie Ticket Count with HOPE in a Movie</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hope-and-sm-supermalls-make-every-movie-ticket-count-with-hope-in-a-movie</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hope-and-sm-supermalls-make-every-movie-ticket-count-with-hope-in-a-movie</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It’s Lights. Camera. Action! for SM x HOPE classrooms. In photo are (from left) Steven Tan, President of ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:17 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Global Stars Kim Myung Soo and Choi Bo Min Named TPBPHL Tourism Ambassadors to Strengthen Korea – PH Tourism Ties</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/global-stars-kim-myung-soo-and-choi-bo-min-named-tpbphl-tourism-ambassadors-to-strengthen-korea-ph-tourism-ties</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/global-stars-kim-myung-soo-and-choi-bo-min-named-tpbphl-tourism-ambassadors-to-strengthen-korea-ph-tourism-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has just appointed two major Korean stars—Kim Myung Soo and Choi Bo ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Global, Stars, Kim, Myung, Soo, and, Choi, Min, Named, TPBPHL, Tourism, Ambassadors, Strengthen, Korea, –, Tourism, Ties</media:keywords>
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<title>A Musical Homecoming: SB19 and Acer Team Up for the Heartwarming #AcerTahanan Campaign</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-musical-homecoming-sb19-and-acer-team-up-for-the-heartwarming-acertahanan-campaign</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-musical-homecoming-sb19-and-acer-team-up-for-the-heartwarming-acertahanan-campaign</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MANILA – They say home is where the heart is, but it’s also your safe place you’d want to ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Musical, Homecoming:, SB19, and, Acer, Team, for, the, Heartwarming, AcerTahanan, Campaign</media:keywords>
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<title>BoI investment approvals reach P977B as of mid&amp;amp;amp;Dec.</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/boi-investment-approvals-reach-p977b-as-of-middec-12501</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/boi-investment-approvals-reach-p977b-as-of-middec-12501</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE DEPARTMENT of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Board of Investments (BoI), endorsed last week 29 more projects worth P124.81 billion, bringing year-to-date approvals to P977 billion, which is only over half of the agency’s P1.7-billion full-year target. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BoI, investment, approvals, reach, P977B, mid&amp;ampDec.</media:keywords>
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<title>RRR cut in 2026 seen to support growth</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rrr-cut-in-2026-seen-to-support-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may cut large banks’ reserve requirement ratio (RRR) by up to 200 basis points (bps) next year to boost the economy’s weak growth, analysts said. Analysts said lowering banks’ reserve requirements would add to the financial system’s liquidity, leaving more room for lending activity that could help spur the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>RRR, cut, 2026, seen, support, growth</media:keywords>
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<title>Business groups bare ‘tax wish list’ for 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/business-groups-bare-tax-wish-list-for-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/business-groups-bare-tax-wish-list-for-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE business groups are urging lawmakers to pass a general tax amnesty and review the value‑added tax (VAT) on electricity as part of their tax wish list for 2026. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Business, groups, bare, ‘tax, wish, list’, for, 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Duty Free Philippines bets on airport expansion to lead its next phase of growth</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/duty-free-philippines-bets-on-airport-expansion-to-lead-its-next-phase-of-growth</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/duty-free-philippines-bets-on-airport-expansion-to-lead-its-next-phase-of-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Duty Free Philippines Corp. (DFPC) is opening a new chapter in its modernization drive by strengthening its presence inside the country’s international airports as part of its long-term growth strategy. As part of this shift, DFPC is in discussions regarding the future of its Fiesta Mall lease in Parañaque as it moves toward expanding its […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Trade gap narrows to nine&#45;month low in November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/trade-gap-narrows-to-nine-month-low-in-november</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ trade deficit in goods narrowed further in November as export growths quickened year on year, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Preliminary data from the PSA showed the country’s trade-in-goods balance — the difference between exports and imports — stood at a shortfall of $3.51 billion in November, 28.8% lower than […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Trade, gap, narrows, nine-month, low, November</media:keywords>
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<title>ICI commissioner Rosanna Fajardo resigns</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ici-commissioner-rosanna-fajardo-resigns</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ici-commissioner-rosanna-fajardo-resigns</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will lose another commissioner by year-end following the resignation of Rossana A. Fajardo, as the body moves toward winding down its operations, the commission said on Friday. In a statement, Ms. Fajardo, who also serves as the country managing partner of accounting firm SGV &amp; Co., announced that she has tendered […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ICI, commissioner, Rosanna, Fajardo, resigns</media:keywords>
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<title>NG budget deficit shrinks to P157.6 billion in November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ng-budget-deficit-shrinks-to-p1576-billion-in-november</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) budget deficit sharply narrowed in November as expenditures contracted for a fourth month in a row, and revenue growth remained sluggish amid a corruption scandal. Data from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) showed the budget deficit shrank by 26.02% to P157.6 billion in November from P213 billion in the same […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>NG to borrow P824 billion locally in Q1</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ng-to-borrow-p824-billion-locally-in-q1</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT (NG) plans to borrow up to P824 billion from domestic sources in the first quarter of 2026, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said on Tuesday. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BoI investment approvals reach P977B as of mid&amp;amp;Dec.</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/boi-investment-approvals-reach-p977b-as-of-middec</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/boi-investment-approvals-reach-p977b-as-of-middec</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE DEPARTMENT of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Board of Investments (BoI), endorsed last week 29 more projects worth P124.81 billion, bringing year-to-date approvals to P977 billion, which is only over half of the agency’s P1.7-billion full-year target. ]]></description>
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<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BoI, investment, approvals, reach, P977B, mid&amp;Dec.</media:keywords>
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<title>Marcos to sign 2026 nat’l budget on Jan. 5 — Recto</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-to-sign-2026-natl-budget-on-jan-5-recto</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marcos-to-sign-2026-natl-budget-on-jan-5-recto</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. will sign the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA) on Jan. 5, 2026, according to Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto on Tuesday. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Marcos, sign, 2026, nat’l, budget, Jan., —, Recto</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines improves seven spots in Government AI Readiness Index</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-improves-seven-spots-in-government-ai-readiness-index</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES climbed seven spots in the Government AI Readiness Index by Oxford Insights but scored low in securing artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and resilience. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Abi Marquez Represents the Philippines at the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abi-marquez-represents-the-philippines-at-the-1-billion-followers-summit-in-dubai</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abi-marquez-represents-the-philippines-at-the-1-billion-followers-summit-in-dubai</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dubai, UAE — Filipino creator and digital entrepreneur Abi Marquez is set to participate in a panel session ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro Rescues Brgy. Tumana, Water Supply Restored</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marikina-city-mayor-maan-teodoro-rescues-brgy-tumana-water-supply-restored</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/marikina-city-mayor-maan-teodoro-rescues-brgy-tumana-water-supply-restored</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Due to the efforts and swift action of Marikina Mayor Maan Teodoro, residents of Barangay Tumana will no ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Marikina, City, Mayor, Maan, Teodoro, Rescues, Brgy., Tumana, Water, Supply, Restored</media:keywords>
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<title>Reddit Post Claims Batangas Solon Forcibly took documents from DPWH Usec. Cabral</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/reddit-post-claims-batangas-solon-forcibly-took-documents-from-dpwh-usec-cabral</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/reddit-post-claims-batangas-solon-forcibly-took-documents-from-dpwh-usec-cabral</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste has been accused of harassing then Department of Public Works and Highways ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Reddit, Post, Claims, Batangas, Solon, Forcibly, took, documents, from, DPWH, Usec., Cabral</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Bags Multiple Honors at 38th Aliw Awards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-bags-multiple-honors-at-38th-aliw-awards</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-bags-multiple-honors-at-38th-aliw-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN artists and personalities were recognized at the 38th Aliw Awards for their outstanding contributions to the country’s concert and ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Bags, Multiple, Honors, 38th, Aliw, Awards</media:keywords>
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<title>Rep. Leviste Admits Mother Sen. Loren Legarda had Around 1B Insertions </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rep-leviste-admits-mother-sen-loren-legarda-had-around-1b-insertions</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rep-leviste-admits-mother-sen-loren-legarda-had-around-1b-insertions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste admitted that his mother, Senator Loren Legarda, made insertions in the national ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rep., Leviste, Admits, Mother, Sen., Loren, Legarda, had, Around, Insertions </media:keywords>
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<title>Huawei MatePad 12 X (2026): A practical look at the 4&amp;amp;amp;in&amp;amp;amp;1 all&amp;amp;amp;round productivity tablet</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/huawei-matepad-12-x-2026-a-practical-look-at-the-4in1-allround-productivity-tablet-12480</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/huawei-matepad-12-x-2026-a-practical-look-at-the-4in1-allround-productivity-tablet-12480</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Released just under a month ago, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) officially reached Philippine shores. It is positioned as a 4-in-1 all-round productivity tablet with essential bundled components for a new co-working device already included right out of the box. This includes a flipstand keyboard case, wireless mouse, and the new M-Pencil Pro, which comes packed with several new intelligent features.  To see how that promise holds up, BusinessWorld used the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Huawei, MatePad, 2026:, practical, look, the, 4&amp;ampin&amp;amp1, all&amp;ampround, productivity, tablet</media:keywords>
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<title>Ex&amp;amp;amp;DPWH Usec. Cabral found dead in Benguet ravine</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exdpwh-usec-cabral-found-dead-in-benguet-ravine-12479</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exdpwh-usec-cabral-found-dead-in-benguet-ravine-12479</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Artemio A. Dumlao, reporter TUBA, Benguet — Former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina E. Cabral was found dead at a ravine along Kennon Road, Camp 5, here on Thursday evening, December 18, 2025. Benguet police director Col. Lambert Suerte claimed Ms. Cabral’s driver, Ricardo Munos Hernandez reported the incident. Ms. Cabral and her driver, police found […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ex&amp;ampDPWH, Usec., Cabral, found, dead, Benguet, ravine</media:keywords>
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<title>Built to last 50 years: The Filipino pipes and fittings manufacturer setting new standards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/built-to-last-50-years-the-filipino-pipes-and-fittings-manufacturer-setting-new-standards</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/built-to-last-50-years-the-filipino-pipes-and-fittings-manufacturer-setting-new-standards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MIE Oro Plast Corporation, a proudly Filipino-owned manufacturer, continues to raise the bar in the local piping industry with its patented NLC™ Plastic Compression Fittings, a product line engineered for long-term reliability, ease of use, and consistent performance in demanding environments. Designed and manufactured exclusively by MIE, NLC™ (Non-Loose Component) Plastic Compression Fittings are built to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Built, last, years:, The, Filipino, pipes, and, fittings, manufacturer, setting, new, standards</media:keywords>
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<title>GCash rolls out Virtual US Account for efficient cross&#45;border payments</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-rolls-out-virtual-us-account-for-efficient-cross-border-payments</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gcash-rolls-out-virtual-us-account-for-efficient-cross-border-payments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines’ leading finance app, GCash, rolled out its Virtual US Account, a new service that allows Filipinos to receive US Dollar (USD) payments and remittances directly into their GCash e-wallets without needing a US-based bank account. The update reflects the company’s continuing evolution from a super-app for financial technology and everyday life services into […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCash, rolls, out, Virtual, Account, for, efficient, cross-border, payments</media:keywords>
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<title>Cone is all praise of coach Black and the hastily&#45;formed ‘C’ team</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cone-is-all-praise-of-coach-black-and-the-hastily-formed-c-team</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/cone-is-all-praise-of-coach-black-and-the-hastily-formed-c-team</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ GILAS PILIPINAS remained as the region’s basketball yardstick when the smoke cleared in the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Bangkok. But for Gilas “A” team head coach Tim Cone, that stature should have never been in doubt — much more challenged by anyone — especially if the country was allowed to send its best […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cone, all, praise, coach, Black, and, the, hastily-formed, ‘C’, team</media:keywords>
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<title>Tenorio will be playing head coach of Magnolia in Season 50 playoffs</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tenorio-will-be-playing-head-coach-of-magnolia-in-season-50-playoffs</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tenorio-will-be-playing-head-coach-of-magnolia-in-season-50-playoffs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ LA TENORIO set another milestone, becoming only the seventh player-head coach in the PBA’s 50-year history. Rest assured though that it will not be a one-and-done thing. Mr. Tenorio is likely to continue serving as Magnolia’s playing coach come the PBA Season 50 playoffs with the uncertainty of the return by its injured main floor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tenorio, will, playing, head, coach, Magnolia, Season, playoffs</media:keywords>
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<title>Barangay Ginebra battles Converge on Christmas Day</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/barangay-ginebra-battles-converge-on-christmas-day</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/barangay-ginebra-battles-converge-on-christmas-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE CAST is complete and it’s going to be a three-day calm before a fiery storm hits Smart Araneta Coliseum on Christmas Day to reveal the presents and fates of the featured teams in the PBA Season 50 quarterfinals. There will be no love on the court from the four teams of reigning champion San […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Barangay, Ginebra, battles, Converge, Christmas, Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Huawei MatePad 12 X (2026): A practical look at the 4&amp;amp;in&amp;amp;1 all&amp;amp;round productivity tablet</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/huawei-matepad-12-x-2026-a-practical-look-at-the-4in1-allround-productivity-tablet</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/huawei-matepad-12-x-2026-a-practical-look-at-the-4in1-allround-productivity-tablet</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Released just under a month ago, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) officially reached Philippine shores. It is positioned as a 4-in-1 all-round productivity tablet with essential bundled components for a new co-working device already included right out of the box. This includes a flipstand keyboard case, wireless mouse, and the new M-Pencil Pro, which comes packed with several new intelligent features.  To see how that promise holds up, BusinessWorld used the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Huawei, MatePad, 2026:, practical, look, the, 4&amp;in&amp;1, all&amp;round, productivity, tablet</media:keywords>
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<title>ICI urges thorough probe in Cabral’s death, seeks retrieval of gadgets</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ici-urges-thorough-probe-in-cabrals-death-seeks-retrieval-of-gadgets</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ici-urges-thorough-probe-in-cabrals-death-seeks-retrieval-of-gadgets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday urged authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the sudden death of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) undersecretary Maria Catalina E. Cabral, citing the possibility of foul play. In a statement, the ICI said Ms. Cabral was one of the key figures in the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Ex&amp;amp;DPWH Usec. Cabral found dead in Benguet ravine</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exdpwh-usec-cabral-found-dead-in-benguet-ravine</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exdpwh-usec-cabral-found-dead-in-benguet-ravine</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Artemio A. Dumlao, reporter TUBA, Benguet — Former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina E. Cabral was found dead at a ravine along Kennon Road, Camp 5, here on Thursday evening, December 18, 2025. Benguet police director Col. Lambert Suerte claimed Ms. Cabral’s driver, Ricardo Munos Hernandez reported the incident. Ms. Cabral and her driver, police found […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ex&amp;DPWH, Usec., Cabral, found, dead, Benguet, ravine</media:keywords>
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<title>Grab commends LTFRB, DoTr for addressing driver concerns with fixed pickup fare</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/grab-commends-ltfrb-dotr-for-addressing-driver-concerns-with-fixed-pickup-fare</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/grab-commends-ltfrb-dotr-for-addressing-driver-concerns-with-fixed-pickup-fare</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Transport Network Company Grab has expressed its appreciation for the swift action taken by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) and the Department of Transportation (DoTr) in addressing the concerns of Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) drivers, particularly amid the holiday season traffic. In a statement, Grab extended its gratitude for the implementation […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Grab, commends, LTFRB, DoTr, for, addressing, driver, concerns, with, fixed, pickup, fare</media:keywords>
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<title>Hongqi Philippines enters CAMPI, reinforcing commitment to the Philippine auto industry</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hongqi-philippines-enters-campi-reinforcing-commitment-to-the-philippine-auto-industry</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hongqi-philippines-enters-campi-reinforcing-commitment-to-the-philippine-auto-industry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ EVOxTerra, Inc., the official distributor of Hongqi vehicles in the Philippines, recognized for its growing presence in the country’s premium mobility segment, marks another milestone as it officially joins the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), the country’s leading automotive association representing the industry’s foremost automotive brands and helping shape industry standards […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hongqi, Philippines, enters, CAMPI, reinforcing, commitment, the, Philippine, auto, industry</media:keywords>
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<title>Vitress Turns Everyday Hair Struggles into InstaGlam Moments with Maris Racal</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vitressturns-everyday-hair-struggles-intoinstaglam-momentswith-maris-racal</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vitressturns-everyday-hair-struggles-intoinstaglam-momentswith-maris-racal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Vitress, the #1 Hair Styling Brand in the Philippines transformed the front entrance of Watsons Mall of Asia into ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:36 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vitress Turns, Everyday, Hair, Struggles, into InstaGlam, Moments with, Maris, Racal</media:keywords>
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<title>Crunchyroll Arc Returns to Celebrate Fandom, Connection, and Anime’s Global Rise</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/crunchyroll-arc-returns-to-celebrate-fandom-connection-and-animes-global-rise</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/crunchyroll-arc-returns-to-celebrate-fandom-connection-and-animes-global-rise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Back By Popular Demand, Crunchyroll’s Personalized “Arc” Experience Returns To Spotlight The Growing Cultural Power Of Anime And ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:29 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Crunchyroll, Arc, Returns, Celebrate, Fandom, Connection, and, Anime’s, Global, Rise</media:keywords>
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<title>OPPO Makes Holiday Weekends More Exciting with Mystery Gift Sets</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/oppo-makes-holiday-weekends-more-exciting-with-mystery-gift-sets</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/oppo-makes-holiday-weekends-more-exciting-with-mystery-gift-sets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading global smart device brand OPPO is bringing extra cheer this holiday season with exclusive Mystery Gift Sets ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:21 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>OPPO, Makes, Holiday, Weekends, More, Exciting, with, Mystery, Gift, Sets</media:keywords>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN Music All&#45;Star Acts Reimagine Beloved Kapamilya Christmas Songs</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-music-all-star-acts-reimagine-beloved-kapamilya-christmas-songs</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbn-music-all-star-acts-reimagine-beloved-kapamilya-christmas-songs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Various Kapamilya artists have come together to deliver a refreshing and festive remake of 16 iconic ABS-CBN Christmas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN, Music, All-Star, Acts, Reimagine, Beloved, Kapamilya, Christmas, Songs</media:keywords>
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<title>Tumana Residents Lose Water Supply After Barangay Captain Fails to Remit Payment</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tumana-residents-lose-water-supply-after-barangay-captain-fails-to-remit-payment</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/tumana-residents-lose-water-supply-after-barangay-captain-fails-to-remit-payment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Residents of Barangay Tumana in Marikina City may face a dry Christmas after Manila Water disconnected their supply ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:07 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Tumana, Residents, Lose, Water, Supply, After, Barangay, Captain, Fails, Remit, Payment</media:keywords>
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<title>Pag&amp;amp;amp;IBIG Fund rewards members in yearend raffle draws with prizes of up to P500,000</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pagibig-fund-rewards-members-in-yearend-raffle-draws-with-prizes-of-up-to-p500000-12453</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pagibig-fund-rewards-members-in-yearend-raffle-draws-with-prizes-of-up-to-p500000-12453</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pag-IBIG Fund held the yearend grand draws of its One-Plus-One Raffle Promo and Multi-Purpose Loan (MPL) Loan-to-Win Raffle Promo on Dec. 16 in Makati City, with winners receiving prizes of up to P500,000. Pag-IBIG Fund’s One-Plus-One Raffle Promo helped expand Pag-IBIG Fund membership, including among overseas Filipino workers and informal sector workers, while the MPL […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pag&amp;ampIBIG, Fund, rewards, members, yearend, raffle, draws, with, prizes, P500, 000</media:keywords>
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<title>Maharlika plans P8&amp;amp;amp;billion investment in Asian Terminals stake</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/maharlika-plans-p8billion-investment-in-asian-terminals-stake-12452</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/maharlika-plans-p8billion-investment-in-asian-terminals-stake-12452</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ sovereign wealth fund plans to spend about P8 billion to buy up to 11.2% of port operator Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) in a “strategic” move to invest in the sector. The transaction will lead to ATI’s voluntary delisting from the Philippine Stock Exchange. In a statement on Tuesday, the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maharlika, plans, P8&amp;ampbillion, investment, Asian, Terminals, stake</media:keywords>
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<title>Bicameral panel finalizes 2026 Philippine budget</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bicameral-panel-finalizes-2026-philippine-budget</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bicameral-panel-finalizes-2026-philippine-budget</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, reporter Philippine lawmakers reconciled disagreeing provisions of the proposed P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026, concluding Congress’ review of a process marked by one of the most contentious debates in recent years amid a corruption scandal over flood-control projects.  Senators and congressmen in the bicameral conference committee resolved differences after six days of debates, broadcast […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bicameral, panel, finalizes, 2026, Philippine, budget</media:keywords>
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<title>MMDA, sleep health organization launch drowsy driving campaign ahead of holidays</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mmda-sleep-health-organization-launch-drowsy-driving-campaign-ahead-of-holidays</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mmda-sleep-health-organization-launch-drowsy-driving-campaign-ahead-of-holidays</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Philippine Society of Sleep Medicine (PSSM) on Wednesday launch an awareness campaign to prevent drowsy driving-related accidents ahead of holiday festivities.  Called “Tabi Muna,” or pull over in English, the campaign will feature a series of commercials highlighting the importance of sleep health and to encourage drivers to safely pull-over if they’re feeling […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>MMDA, sleep, health, organization, launch, drowsy, driving, campaign, ahead, holidays</media:keywords>
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<title>DPWH seeks charges vs Romualdez, 86 others in flood control probe</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dpwh-seeks-charges-vs-romualdez-86-others-in-flood-control-probe</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dpwh-seeks-charges-vs-romualdez-86-others-in-flood-control-probe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recommended the filing of cases against 87 individuals allegedly involved in the flood control scandal, including former Speaker Martin G. Romualdez and Elizady S. Co. “The DPWH and the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), together with the Department of Justice are recommending charges of plunder, malversation, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DPWH, seeks, charges, Romualdez, others, flood, control, probe</media:keywords>
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<title>Modernizing Philippine Urban Development through Digital Tools</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/modernizing-philippine-urban-development-through-digital-tools</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/modernizing-philippine-urban-development-through-digital-tools</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ibani C. Padao, officer-in-charge director of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development’s Environmental, Land Use and Urban Planning and Development Bureau, explains how digital tools like PlanSmart and AutoCAM can modernize urban planning and land use management in the Philippines. “The goal is to make planning easy for local government units, for them […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Modernizing, Philippine, Urban, Development, through, Digital, Tools</media:keywords>
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<title>Pag&#45;IBIG Fund, Megawide partnership to build over 7,000 socialized homes</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pag-ibig-fund-megawide-partnership-to-build-over-7000-socialized-homes</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pag-ibig-fund-megawide-partnership-to-build-over-7000-socialized-homes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pag-IBIG Fund has entered into a partnership with Megawide Construction Corp. to accelerate the delivery of 7,143 housing units in medium-rise residential developments under the government’s Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program, or Expanded 4PH. Pag-IBIG Fund said the homes are expected to be priced below typical market prices for comparable units, bringing them […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pag-IBIG, Fund, Megawide, partnership, build, over, 7, 000, socialized, homes</media:keywords>
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<title>Pag&amp;amp;IBIG Fund rewards members in yearend raffle draws with prizes of up to P500,000</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pagibig-fund-rewards-members-in-yearend-raffle-draws-with-prizes-of-up-to-p500000</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pagibig-fund-rewards-members-in-yearend-raffle-draws-with-prizes-of-up-to-p500000</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pag-IBIG Fund held the yearend grand draws of its One-Plus-One Raffle Promo and Multi-Purpose Loan (MPL) Loan-to-Win Raffle Promo on Dec. 16 in Makati City, with winners receiving prizes of up to P500,000. Pag-IBIG Fund’s One-Plus-One Raffle Promo helped expand Pag-IBIG Fund membership, including among overseas Filipino workers and informal sector workers, while the MPL […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pag&amp;IBIG, Fund, rewards, members, yearend, raffle, draws, with, prizes, P500, 000</media:keywords>
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<title>Ayala Land sells 50% stake in Alabang Town Center for P13.5 billion</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ayala-land-sells-50-stake-in-alabang-town-center-for-p135-billion</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ayala-land-sells-50-stake-in-alabang-town-center-for-p135-billion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) has signed a share purchase agreement to sell its 50% ownership in Alabang Commercial Center Corp., the company that owns and operates Alabang Town Center in Muntinlupa City, for P13.5 billion. In a disclosure on Tuesday, the property developer said the agreement was executed with its existing joint-venture partner and is […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ayala, Land, sells, 50, stake, Alabang, Town, Center, for, P13.5, billion</media:keywords>
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<title>Romero led 2nd Air Force Wing Command brings Holiday cheer to Aeta indigenous children and families in Angeles City</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/romero-led-2nd-air-force-wing-command-brings-holiday-cheer-to-aeta-indigenous-children-and-families-in-angeles-city</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/romero-led-2nd-air-force-wing-command-brings-holiday-cheer-to-aeta-indigenous-children-and-families-in-angeles-city</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 2nd Air Force Wing Command under the leadership of former House Deputy Speaker and Colonel Michael Odylon “Mikee” Romero delivered a heart-warming “Wings Christmas Community Development” relief mission to over 200 Aeta Indigenous People (IP) children and families in Sapang Bato, Angeles City. “Today, the 2nd Air Force Wing Reserve, 2nd ARCEN, and Class […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Romero, led, 2nd, Air, Force, Wing, Command, brings, Holiday, cheer, Aeta, indigenous, children, and, families, Angeles, City</media:keywords>
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<title>Maharlika plans P8&amp;amp;billion investment in Asian Terminals stake</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/maharlika-plans-p8billion-investment-in-asian-terminals-stake</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/maharlika-plans-p8billion-investment-in-asian-terminals-stake</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ sovereign wealth fund plans to spend about P8 billion to buy up to 11.2% of port operator Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) in a “strategic” move to invest in the sector. The transaction will lead to ATI’s voluntary delisting from the Philippine Stock Exchange. In a statement on Tuesday, the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maharlika, plans, P8&amp;billion, investment, Asian, Terminals, stake</media:keywords>
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<title>US to invite Philippines to AI pact talks amid tech dominance push</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/us-to-invite-philippines-to-ai-pact-talks-amid-tech-dominance-push</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/us-to-invite-philippines-to-ai-pact-talks-amid-tech-dominance-push</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The US plans to invite the Philippines to join a multinational initiative to bolster supply chains for technology vital to artificial intelligence (AI), a top US Department of State official said on Tuesday, as Washington moves to secure dominance in the advanced sector. Manila’s role in the US-led Pax Silica initiative could center on strengthening […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>invite, Philippines, pact, talks, amid, tech, dominance, push</media:keywords>
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<title>Pampanga Welcomes Korean Travelers with the Flavors of Filipino Cuisine</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pampanga-welcomes-korean-travelerswith-the-flavors-of-filipino-cuisine</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/pampanga-welcomes-korean-travelerswith-the-flavors-of-filipino-cuisine</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Some destinations are remembered for their views; Pampanga leaves a lasting impression through its flavors—deep, comforting, and always ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pampanga, Welcomes, Korean, Travelers with, the, Flavors, Filipino, Cuisine</media:keywords>
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<title>Treat Your OPPO Device to a Holiday Checkup at OPPO Service Day</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/treat-your-oppo-device-to-a-holiday-checkup-atoppo-service-day</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/treat-your-oppo-device-to-a-holiday-checkup-atoppo-service-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading global smart device brand OPPO is making it easier than ever to keep your devices running smoothly ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Treat, Your, OPPO, Device, Holiday, Checkup, at OPPO, Service, Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Argel Saycon and Jasmine Dudley&#45;Scales Star in iWant’s Newest Microdrama ‘When Brothers Fall’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/argel-saycon-and-jasmine-dudley-scales-star-in-iwants-newest-microdrama-when-brothers-fall</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/argel-saycon-and-jasmine-dudley-scales-star-in-iwants-newest-microdrama-when-brothers-fall</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ iWant closes its 2025 microdrama lineup with its fifth and final offering for the year, “When Brothers Fall” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:16 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Argel, Saycon, and, Jasmine, Dudley-Scales, Star, iWant’s, Newest, Microdrama, ‘When, Brothers, Fall’</media:keywords>
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<title>5 Ways to Enjoy Filipino Handaan Healthfully This Holiday</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/5-ways-to-enjoy-filipino-handaan-healthfully-this-holiday</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/5-ways-to-enjoy-filipino-handaan-healthfully-this-holiday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For many Filipinos, the holiday season isn’t complete without food. Whether it’s a family reunion, an office Christmas ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:10 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ways, Enjoy, Filipino, Handaan, Healthfully, This, Holiday</media:keywords>
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<title>Why You Should Be Excited, Not Worried, in Your 30s</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/why-you-should-be-excited-not-worried-in-your-30s</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/why-you-should-be-excited-not-worried-in-your-30s</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Getting in your 30s is often seen as the age when things start to slow down, when fun ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:06 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Why, You, Should, Excited, Not, Worried, Your, 30s</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP chief leaves door open to one last cut, rules out off&amp;amp;amp;cycle move</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-offcycle-move-12426</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-offcycle-move-12426</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may cut benchmark rates by another 25 basis points (bp) next year to end its current easing cycle, its chief said on Friday, but ruled out an off-cycle or jumbo move. Asked how many cuts the central bank has room for next year, BSP Governor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BSP, chief, leaves, door, open, one, last, cut, rules, out, off&amp;ampcycle, move</media:keywords>
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<title>BSP chief leaves door open to one last cut, rules out off&#45;cycle move</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-off-cycle-move</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-off-cycle-move</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may cut benchmark rates by another 25 basis points (bp) next year to end its current easing cycle, its chief said on Friday, but ruled out an off-cycle or jumbo move. Asked how many cuts the central bank has room for next year, BSP Governor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Philippine lawmakers urged to institutionalize telepsychiatry services for OFWs</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-lawmakers-urged-to-institutionalize-telepsychiatry-services-for-ofws</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-lawmakers-urged-to-institutionalize-telepsychiatry-services-for-ofws</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Philippine lawmakers were urged to pass a measure that would institutionalize the delivery of telepsychiatry services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), a group of researchers funded by the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) said on Thursday. A proposed law would mandate various government agencies to implement comprehensive national telepsychiatry services for OFWs, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, lawmakers, urged, institutionalize, telepsychiatry, services, for, OFWs</media:keywords>
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<title>GMEA@12 honors regional media and digital storytellers who helped drive inclusive digital progress</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gmea12-honors-regional-media-and-digital-storytellers-who-helped-drive-inclusive-digital-progress</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gmea12-honors-regional-media-and-digital-storytellers-who-helped-drive-inclusive-digital-progress</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 12th Globe Media Excellence Awards (GMEA@12) recognized 15 journalists and digital storytellers whose work brought important community issues to wider public attention and showed how technology and local initiatives influence daily life across the regions. Guided by the theme “#DigitallyForward: One Barangay at a Time,” this year’s program centered on the role of regional […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GMEA@12, honors, regional, media, and, digital, storytellers, who, helped, drive, inclusive, digital, progress</media:keywords>
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<title>Highest ever 28 Philippine cities join WWF’s One Planet Cities (OPC) program in 10th anniversary</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/highest-ever-28-philippine-cities-join-wwfs-one-planet-cities-opc-program-in-10th-anniversary</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/highest-ever-28-philippine-cities-join-wwfs-one-planet-cities-opc-program-in-10th-anniversary</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The highest-ever number of cities are joining WWF-Philippines’ One Planet Cities (OPC) program marking a significant growth in the Philippines urban sustainability movement since it started 10 years ago. “We are seeing an almost double growth in the number of cities that joined the program, from 15 cities in the 2023-2024 cycle to 28 in […]
The post Highest ever 28 Philippine cities join WWF’s One Planet Cities (OPC) program in 10th anniversary appeared first on Business Ideas - NegosyoIdeas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Forging bonds beyond business: Globe Business brings leaders together at GDay 2025</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/forging-bonds-beyond-business-globe-business-brings-leaders-together-at-gday-2025</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/forging-bonds-beyond-business-globe-business-brings-leaders-together-at-gday-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the world of high-stakes business, real success goes beyond numbers. It’s measured by enduring trust built over years, handshakes that turn into strategic partnerships, and a shared vision for national inclusive progress. That distinct spirit took center stage at GDay 2025, Globe Business’ tenth-year celebration, where they convened the country’s foremost decision-makers for two […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BSP chief leaves door open to one last cut, rules out off&amp;amp;cycle move</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-offcycle-move</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bsp-chief-leaves-door-open-to-one-last-cut-rules-out-offcycle-move</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ By Katherine K. Chan THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may cut benchmark rates by another 25 basis points (bp) next year to end its current easing cycle, its chief said on Friday, but ruled out an off-cycle or jumbo move. Asked how many cuts the central bank has room for next year, BSP Governor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025 Philippines celebrates visionaries driving the nation’s next growth era</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asia-pacific-enterprise-awards-apea-2025-philippines-celebrates-visionaries-driving-the-nations-next-growth-era</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/asia-pacific-enterprise-awards-apea-2025-philippines-celebrates-visionaries-driving-the-nations-next-growth-era</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) Philippines 2025 celebrated the nation’s most forward-thinking business leaders and high-performing enterprises, recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the Philippines’ next era of growth through innovation, resilience, and sustainable leadership. Organized by Enterprise Asia, the region’s leading NGO for entrepreneurship, the prestigious awards ceremony was held on 10 December […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Asia, Pacific, Enterprise, Awards, APEA, 2025, Philippines, celebrates, visionaries, driving, the, nation’s, next, growth, era</media:keywords>
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<title>Autonomous AI systems to drive cyberattacks in 2026, says Fortinet report</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/autonomous-ai-systems-to-drive-cyberattacks-in-2026-says-fortinet-report</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/autonomous-ai-systems-to-drive-cyberattacks-in-2026-says-fortinet-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Global cybersecurity firm Fortinet warned that cyberattacks in 2026 may be executed by autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) systems capable of infiltrating networks, stealing data, and deploying ransomware without human oversight. In its 2026 Cyberthreat Predictions Report, the firm said these AI-powered systems will extend far beyond the early FraudGPT, WormGPT, and similar models observed on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Autonomous, systems, drive, cyberattacks, 2026, says, Fortinet, report</media:keywords>
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<title>Puregold President Vincent Co pushes experiential retail initiatives</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregold-president-vincent-co-pushes-experiential-retail-initiatives</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregold-president-vincent-co-pushes-experiential-retail-initiatives</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Puregold Price Club, Inc. President Vincent Co is steering the retailer toward experience-led and community-driven initiatives that strengthen the brand’s relevance beyond routine grocery shopping. Puregold’s recent initiative, the Hakot Relay Run, drew more than 8,000 participants, adapted the Filipino hakot practice into a team relay activity and featured direct product exposure for partner brands. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>KRYSTAL Begins Her Solo Chapter with the Release of ‘Solitary’, the First Look into Her Debut Solo Album</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/krystal-begins-her-solo-chapter-with-the-release-of-solitary-the-first-look-into-her-debut-solo-album</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/krystal-begins-her-solo-chapter-with-the-release-of-solitary-the-first-look-into-her-debut-solo-album</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ December 5th, 2025 – Philippines – KRYSTAL makes her long-awaited return to the music scene with the release of “Solitary”, the lead single ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:30 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>ABS&#45;CBN’s ‘Saving Grace’ Bags Win at the 2025 Asian Academy Creative Awards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbns-saving-grace-bags-win-at-the-2025-asian-academy-creative-awards</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/abs-cbns-saving-grace-bags-win-at-the-2025-asian-academy-creative-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ABS-CBN continues to bring Filipino pride to the global stage as “Saving Grace” was named grand winner for ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ABS-CBN’s, ‘Saving, Grace’, Bags, Win, the, 2025, Asian, Academy, Creative, Awards</media:keywords>
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<title>Unlock the OPPO Find X9’s Next&#45;Level Innovations with Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unlock-the-oppo-find-x9s-next-level-innovations-with-smart-postpaid-and-smart-infinity</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/unlock-the-oppo-find-x9s-next-level-innovations-with-smart-postpaid-and-smart-infinity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ OPPO Find X9 Launches on Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity Plans OPPO continues to set new standards in ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:14 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Unlock, the, OPPO, Find, X9’s, Next-Level, Innovations, with, Smart, Postpaid, and, Smart, Infinity</media:keywords>
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<title>‘It’s Showtime’ Hosts Recognized at First&#45;Ever ‘It’s Showtime Awaaard’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/its-showtime-hosts-recognized-at-first-ever-its-showtime-awaaard</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/its-showtime-hosts-recognized-at-first-ever-its-showtime-awaaard</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “It’s Showtime” marked another milestone last Saturday (Dec.6)  as the program launched its first “It’s Showtime AWAAARD,” a ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘It’s, Showtime’, Hosts, Recognized, First-Ever, ‘It’s, Showtime, Awaaard’</media:keywords>
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<title>JADE Announces Deluxe Edition of Debut Album</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jade-announces-deluxe-edition-of-debut-album</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jade-announces-deluxe-edition-of-debut-album</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY! THE ENCORE Global music superstar JADE today releases the deluxe edition of her outstanding debut ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>JADE, Announces, Deluxe, Edition, Debut, Album</media:keywords>
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<title>Signify to launch more Signify&amp;amp;amp;branded lighting in 2026 </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/signify-to-launch-more-signifybranded-lighting-in-2026-12406</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/signify-to-launch-more-signifybranded-lighting-in-2026-12406</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Signify Philippines, a lighting manufacturing company formerly known as Philips Lighting, has begun rolling out its namesake-branded luminaires and is set to launch more products in 2026.  “It’s time that we also elevate our product brand to Signify itself,” Ragharuman Chandrasekhar, country leader of Signify Philippines, said during his presentation last week.  “We are bringing more meaningful […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Signify, launch, more, Signify&amp;ampbranded, lighting, 2026 </media:keywords>
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<title>Wilma now a low&amp;amp;amp;pressure area, to drench Palawan, Western Visayas </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wilmanow-a-lowpressure-areato-drench-palawan-western-visayas-12405</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wilmanow-a-lowpressure-areato-drench-palawan-western-visayas-12405</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tropical Cyclone Wilma, which has weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA), is likely to bring thunderstorms to Palawan and Western Visayas, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday.  The former storm Wilma was last located 265 kilometers south of Cuyo, Palawan, according to PAGASA’s 10:00 a.m. advisory.  In its earlier 4:00 a.m. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wilma now, low&amp;amppressure, area,  to, drench, Palawan, Western, Visayas </media:keywords>
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<title>Dollar reserves rise to 13&amp;amp;amp;month high</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dollar-reserves-rise-to-13month-high-12404</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dollar-reserves-rise-to-13month-high-12404</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) soared to its highest level in over a year as the central bank’s gold holdings reached a record high at the end of November. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dollar, reserves, rise, 13&amp;ampmonth, high</media:keywords>
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<title>DigiPlus to spotlight responsible gaming and CSR innovations at G2E Asia PH panel on Dec. 11</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/digiplus-to-spotlight-responsible-gaming-and-csr-innovations-at-g2e-asia-ph-panel-on-dec-11</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/digiplus-to-spotlight-responsible-gaming-and-csr-innovations-at-g2e-asia-ph-panel-on-dec-11</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus), the pioneer and leading digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, is set to take the stage at the upcoming Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia Philippines, a highly anticipated gathering of international gaming industry leaders and professionals, happening on Dec. 10 to 11 at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>DigiPlus, spotlight, responsible, gaming, and, CSR, innovations, G2E, Asia, panel, Dec.</media:keywords>
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<title>JuanHand secures a multimillion&#45;peso credit facility in the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/juanhand-secures-a-multimillion-peso-credit-facility-in-the-philippines</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/juanhand-secures-a-multimillion-peso-credit-facility-in-the-philippines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ WeFund Lending Corp., operator of the JuanHand online lending application, has secured a multimillion-peso credit facility with HSBC in the Philippines. The proceeds will be deployed to expand financial access for underserved yet creditworthy Filipinos. The credit facility aims to strengthen financial inclusion by providing immediate and sustainable access to financing for individuals with limited […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>JuanHand, secures, multimillion-peso, credit, facility, the, Philippines</media:keywords>
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<title>115 years of InLife: A night of legacy, purpose, and celebration</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/115-years-of-inlife-a-night-of-legacy-purpose-and-celebration</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/115-years-of-inlife-a-night-of-legacy-purpose-and-celebration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ How do you honor 115 years of safeguarding Filipino families? InLife did it with music, memories, and meaningful moments that reflected more than a century of service. Held at Shangri-La The Fort, the anniversary gala became the highlight of the milestone year — an evening that blended culture, artistry, and heartfelt storytelling. Vice-Chairman Luis C. La Ó opened […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>115, years, InLife:, night, legacy, purpose, and, celebration</media:keywords>
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<title>Stories of hardwork and perseverance highlight the Toyota Tamaraw Roadshow at Marilao</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/stories-of-hardwork-and-perseverance-highlight-the-toyota-tamaraw-roadshow-at-marilao</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/stories-of-hardwork-and-perseverance-highlight-the-toyota-tamaraw-roadshow-at-marilao</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Coco Martin meets with Marileños for his provincial caravan Abante Posible Ambassador Coco Martin met with Marileños and Bulakeños at Marilao, Bulacan during the nationwide Tamaraw roadshow organized by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) and Toyota Marilao, Bulacan, Inc. (TMR). Marilao is Coco’s third provincial stop after Cagayan De Oro and Tacloban, where customers have been […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Stories, hardwork, and, perseverance, highlight, the, Toyota, Tamaraw, Roadshow, Marilao</media:keywords>
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<title>MGS strengthens leadership in smart&#45;home innovation with an expanded multi&#45;category product line</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mgs-strengthens-leadership-in-smart-home-innovation-with-an-expanded-multi-category-product-line</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/mgs-strengthens-leadership-in-smart-home-innovation-with-an-expanded-multi-category-product-line</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MGS Philippines has officially strengthened its position as a leader in next-generation home living with the launch of an expanded and upgraded smart-home collection. Long recognized for its advanced smart-lock technology, the brand is now moving beyond single-category solutions and introducing a complete ecosystem designed for modern Filipino households that value convenience, security, innovation, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>MGS, strengthens, leadership, smart-home, innovation, with, expanded, multi-category, product, line</media:keywords>
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<title>Signify to launch more Signify&amp;amp;branded lighting in 2026 </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/signify-to-launch-more-signifybranded-lighting-in-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/signify-to-launch-more-signifybranded-lighting-in-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Signify Philippines, a lighting manufacturing company formerly known as Philips Lighting, has begun rolling out its namesake-branded luminaires and is set to launch more products in 2026.  “It’s time that we also elevate our product brand to Signify itself,” Ragharuman Chandrasekhar, country leader of Signify Philippines, said during his presentation last week.  “We are bringing more meaningful […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Signify, launch, more, Signify&amp;branded, lighting, 2026 </media:keywords>
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<title>Wilma now a low&amp;amp;pressure area, to drench Palawan, Western Visayas </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wilmanow-a-lowpressure-areato-drench-palawan-western-visayas</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/wilmanow-a-lowpressure-areato-drench-palawan-western-visayas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tropical Cyclone Wilma, which has weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA), is likely to bring thunderstorms to Palawan and Western Visayas, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday.  The former storm Wilma was last located 265 kilometers south of Cuyo, Palawan, according to PAGASA’s 10:00 a.m. advisory.  In its earlier 4:00 a.m. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wilma now, low&amp;pressure, area,  to, drench, Palawan, Western, Visayas </media:keywords>
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<title>Dollar reserves rise to 13&amp;amp;month high</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dollar-reserves-rise-to-13month-high</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dollar-reserves-rise-to-13month-high</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) soared to its highest level in over a year as the central bank’s gold holdings reached a record high at the end of November. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dollar, reserves, rise, 13&amp;month, high</media:keywords>
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<title>Over 132,000 affected by Wilma, northeast monsoon, shear line, says NDRRMC </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/over-132000-affected-by-wilmanortheastmonsoonshearline-says-ndrrmc</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/over-132000-affected-by-wilmanortheastmonsoonshearline-says-ndrrmc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 132,000 people were affected by the combined effects of Tropical Depression Wilma, the northeast monsoon, and the shear line, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Monday.  In its latest 8:00 a.m. situational report, the NDRRMC said the highest concentration of affected individuals is in Region 8 with more than 57,000 people, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Over, 132, 000, affected, Wilma,  northeast monsoon,  shear line, says, NDRRMC </media:keywords>
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<title>ADB likely to trim Philippine growth forecasts</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adb-likely-to-trim-philippine-growth-forecasts</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/adb-likely-to-trim-philippine-growth-forecasts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE ASIAN Development Bank (ADB) is likely to downgrade its Philippine gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts for this year and next year, as a graft scandal hurt investments and public spending. “We were revising things downward,” ADB Country Director for the Philippines Andrew Jeffries told reporters on the sidelines of an event on Dec. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ADB, likely, trim, Philippine, growth, forecasts</media:keywords>
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<title>Vivo X300 Series Photo Contest Winner Shows Power of Telephoto Storytelling</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-series-photo-contest-winner-shows-power-of-telephoto-storytelling</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/vivo-x300-series-photo-contest-winner-shows-power-of-telephoto-storytelling</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Multimedia producer Bryan Aliwalas wins 1st, takes home vivo X300 MANILA, PHILIPPINES – vivo Philippines turned zoom into ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:31 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Vivo, X300, Series, Photo, Contest, Winner, Shows, Power, Telephoto, Storytelling</media:keywords>
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<title>Japanese Rock Legends GLAY Releases New Single ‘Dead Or Alive,’ Serving as the Theme for Netflix’s Record of Ragnarok III</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/japanese-rock-legends-glay-releases-new-single-dead-or-alive-serving-as-the-theme-for-netflixs-record-of-ragnarok-iii</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/japanese-rock-legends-glay-releases-new-single-dead-or-alive-serving-as-the-theme-for-netflixs-record-of-ragnarok-iii</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tokyo, Japan — Legendary Japanese rock powerhouse GLAY has unleashed their highly anticipated 63rd single, “Dead Or Alive,” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:25 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japanese, Rock, Legends, GLAY, Releases, New, Single, ‘Dead, Alive, ’, Serving, the, Theme, for, Netflix’s, Record, Ragnarok, III</media:keywords>
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<title>Holiday Hangouts: What’s New at CV Strip This Season</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/holiday-hangouts-whats-new-at-cv-strip-this-season</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/holiday-hangouts-whats-new-at-cv-strip-this-season</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ New cafés, dining spots, shopping finds, lifestyle corners, and a simple route via the CV Bridge make CV ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Holiday, Hangouts:, What’s, New, Strip, This, Season</media:keywords>
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<title>‘It’s Showtime’ Marks 16th Anniversary with P1 Million Daily Prize on ‘Laro&#45;Laro Pick’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/its-showtime-marks-16th-anniversary-with-p1-million-daily-prize-on-laro-laro-pick</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/its-showtime-marks-16th-anniversary-with-p1-million-daily-prize-on-laro-laro-pick</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “It’s Showtime” marks its 16th anniversary with an explosive celebration as it boosts its hit segment “Laro-Laro Pick” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:09 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>‘It’s, Showtime’, Marks, 16th, Anniversary, with, Million, Daily, Prize, ‘Laro-Laro, Pick’</media:keywords>
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<title>Snap, Smile, and Score a Brand New OPPO Smartphone with Ollie This Christmas</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/snap-smile-and-score-a-brand-new-oppo-smartphone-with-ollie-this-christmas</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/snap-smile-and-score-a-brand-new-oppo-smartphone-with-ollie-this-christmas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Get into the holiday spirit and celebrate a true Maligayang PaskOPPO with OPPO and its adorable mascot, Ollie, ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Snap, Smile, and, Score, Brand, New, OPPO, Smartphone, with, Ollie, This, Christmas</media:keywords>
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<title>Growth slump may drag until 2027 — Deutsche Bank</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/growth-slump-may-drag-until-2027-deutsche-bank</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/growth-slump-may-drag-until-2027-deutsche-bank</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES’ economic slowdown may extend through 2027, raising the odds of deeper monetary easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), according to Deutsche Bank Research. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Growth, slump, may, drag, until, 2027, —, Deutsche, Bank</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines cuts export targets as global risks deepen</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-cuts-export-targets-as-global-risks-deepen</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-cuts-export-targets-as-global-risks-deepen</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINES has sharply lowered its export targets for this year until 2028 amid geopolitical tensions, renewed trade barriers, and persistent disruptions in major shipping routes that continue to squeeze global supply chains and dampen demand. Under the revised Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP), exports are now expected to reach $110.8 billion to $113.4 billion […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, cuts, export, targets, global, risks, deepen</media:keywords>
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<title>Senate OKs budget on 2nd reading</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/senate-oks-budget-on-2nd-reading</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/senate-oks-budget-on-2nd-reading</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ THE PHILIPPINE SENATE on Thursday approved on second reading the P6.793-trillion budget for 2026, slashing funds for the Public Works department and cutting deeply into unprogrammed appropriations as lawmakers confront intensifying public anger over corruption allegations in the government’s spending process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Senate, OKs, budget, 2nd, reading</media:keywords>
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<title>Exhibitors report high&#45;quality engagement as SMEs seek solutions at the 17th PHILSME Entrepreneur and Franchise Edition</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exhibitors-report-high-quality-engagement-as-smes-seek-solutions-at-the-17th-philsme-entrepreneur-and-franchise-edition</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/exhibitors-report-high-quality-engagement-as-smes-seek-solutions-at-the-17th-philsme-entrepreneur-and-franchise-edition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 17th Philippine SME Business Expo and Conference (PHILSME) Entrepreneur and Franchise Edition, held Nov. 28-29 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, drew 10,000 visitors, connecting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with 180 brands offering business tools, technologies, franchise models, and growth solutions. PHILSME CEO and Managing Director Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla led the event and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Exhibitors, report, high-quality, engagement, SMEs, seek, solutions, the, 17th, PHILSME, Entrepreneur, and, Franchise, Edition</media:keywords>
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<title>Globe and BPI advance next&#45;generation authentication through G Verify’s Silent Network Authentication Proof of Concept</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-and-bpi-advance-next-generation-authentication-through-g-verifys-silent-network-authentication-proof-of-concept</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/globe-and-bpi-advance-next-generation-authentication-through-g-verifys-silent-network-authentication-proof-of-concept</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Globe and the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) have taken a significant step toward more secure and seamless digital banking with a Proof of Concept (POC) for Silent Network Authentication (SNA). This next-generation verification method aims to reduce scams associated with One-Time Passwords (OTPs) and strengthen customer protection while improving the user experience. This […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Globe, and, BPI, advance, next-generation, authentication, through, Verify’s, Silent, Network, Authentication, Proof, Concept</media:keywords>
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<title>Instamed Philippines introduces Regenerative Peptides Without Injection</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/instamed-philippines-introduces-regenerative-peptides-without-injection</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/instamed-philippines-introduces-regenerative-peptides-without-injection</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Say goodbye to needles. Instamed Philippines is launching its game-changing line of Oral Dissolving Peptides, offering a simple, non-invasive way to enhance your health. Instamed Philippines is excited to introduce its new line of Regenerative Peptides Without Injection. These innovative products combine InstaRelease™ Technology with oral, sublingual peptide strips for an easy, non-invasive alternative to traditional injectable peptides. The product range […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Instamed, Philippines, introduces, Regenerative, Peptides, Without, Injection</media:keywords>
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<title>Bayanihan at malasakit: PwC PH advances global corporate sustainability efforts</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bayanihan-at-malasakit-pwc-ph-advances-global-corporate-sustainability-efforts</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bayanihan-at-malasakit-pwc-ph-advances-global-corporate-sustainability-efforts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Isla Lipana &amp; Co./PwC Philippines amplifies its corporate sustainability efforts in conjunction with the PwC global network’s “Community First” campaign, seeking to create meaningful impact on underserved and vulnerable communities across the world. The Philippine member firm joins the PwC global network in simultaneous initiatives in key cities around the globe, with a hefty lineup […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bayanihan, malasakit:, PwC, advances, global, corporate, sustainability, efforts</media:keywords>
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<title>Fuji&amp;amp;Haya Electric showcases power protection excellence at the 50th IIEE Annual National Convention</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fujihaya-electric-showcases-power-protection-excellence-at-the-50th-iiee-annual-national-convention</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/fujihaya-electric-showcases-power-protection-excellence-at-the-50th-iiee-annual-national-convention</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fuji-Haya Electric Corporation of the Philippines proudly participated in the 50th Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers (IIEE) Annual National Convention and 3E XPO, held at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, from Nov. 26-29, 2025. This landmark gathering of electrical practitioners and industry leaders marked the golden anniversary of the IIEE—celebrating five decades of integrity, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Fuji&amp;Haya, Electric, showcases, power, protection, excellence, the, 50th, IIEE, Annual, National, Convention</media:keywords>
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<title>Let’s unpack outsourcing F&amp;amp;amp;A in the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lets-unpack-outsourcing-fa-in-the-philippines</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lets-unpack-outsourcing-fa-in-the-philippines</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Manila Bookkeepers shares about the edge of outsourced bookkeeping in meeting global accounting demands The Philippines continues to attract foreign companies seeking trained accountants and reliable data systems, showing a steady demand for outsourced accounting services. Data from the Association of CPAs in Public Practice, Inc. show that more apply their training in corporate roles, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Let’s, unpack, outsourcing, F&amp;ampA, the, Philippines</media:keywords>
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<title>Click, consult, care</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/click-consult-care</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/click-consult-care</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SM Foundation leverages technology to help transform healthcare in communities For decades, community health centers survived on paper. Handwritten charts, overstuffed logbooks, and filing cabinets formed the backbone of daily operations. Although the paper system had long been serviceable, it slowed health professionals: locating one patient record could take several minutes, missing charts derailed schedules, and limited storage […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Click, consult, care</media:keywords>
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<title>Jake Begins his Revenge Against Sue, Charlie, Janella, and Kaila in ‘What Lies Beneath’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jake-begins-his-revenge-against-sue-charlie-janella-and-kaila-in-what-lies-beneath</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jake-begins-his-revenge-against-sue-charlie-janella-and-kaila-in-what-lies-beneath</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The revenge of Edong (Jake Cuenca) is now in full swing as he targets Alice (Janella Salvador), Mel ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:37 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jake, Begins, his, Revenge, Against, Sue, Charlie, Janella, and, Kaila, ‘What, Lies, Beneath’</media:keywords>
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<title>A Magical Collaboration: KAIA’s Sophia, FINA’s Chill Bring ‘WICKED: For Good’ to Life</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-magical-collaboration-kaias-sophia-finas-chill-bring-wicked-for-good-to-life</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/a-magical-collaboration-kaias-sophia-finas-chill-bring-wicked-for-good-to-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ After placing in the Top 10 of the Universal Pictures Awiting Wicked contest, Sophia Mercado of KAIA and ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:31 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Magical, Collaboration:, KAIA’s, Sophia, FINA’s, Chill, Bring, ‘WICKED:, For, Good’, Life</media:keywords>
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<title>Kim, Belle, James, and ‘What Lies Beneath’ Stars Level Up the Celebration on ‘ASAP’ This Sunday</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kim-belle-james-and-what-lies-beneath-stars-level-up-the-celebration-on-asap-this-sunday</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/kim-belle-james-and-what-lies-beneath-stars-level-up-the-celebration-on-asap-this-sunday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Gear up for another breathtaking Sunday as Kim Chiu,Belle Mariano, James Reid, and the lead cast of “What ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:22 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kim, Belle, James, and, ‘What, Lies, Beneath’, Stars, Level, the, Celebration, ‘ASAP’, This, Sunday</media:keywords>
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<title>Young Filipino Creatives Shine in OPPO and Cultural Center of the Philippines’ ‘OPPO Likha Creative Challenge’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/young-filipino-creatives-shine-in-oppo-and-cultural-center-of-the-philippines-oppo-likha-creative-challenge</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/young-filipino-creatives-shine-in-oppo-and-cultural-center-of-the-philippines-oppo-likha-creative-challenge</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading global smart device brand OPPO, in partnership with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), has announced ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Young, Filipino, Creatives, Shine, OPPO, and, Cultural, Center, the, Philippines’, ‘OPPO, Likha, Creative, Challenge’</media:keywords>
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<title>Jem Macatuno Releases Soul&#45;Soothing ‘Kumpas’ Version for ‘Meet, Greet &amp;amp; Bye’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jem-macatuno-releases-soul-soothing-kumpas-version-for-meet-greet-bye</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/jem-macatuno-releases-soul-soothing-kumpas-version-for-meet-greet-bye</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rising Kapamilya singer Jem Macatuno has reimagined the song “Kumpas” as the official theme song of the mega ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Jem, Macatuno, Releases, Soul-Soothing, ‘Kumpas’, Version, for, ‘Meet, Greet, Bye’</media:keywords>
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<title>Filipinos push back as flood control scandal sparks fresh protest wave</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipinos-push-back-as-flood-control-scandal-sparks-fresh-protest-wave</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/filipinos-push-back-as-flood-control-scandal-sparks-fresh-protest-wave</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ BJ I. MABINI didn’t plan on joining a street protest. But when he saw videos of politicians’ relatives flaunting designer bags and luxury cars online — days after headlines warned that billions of pesos meant for flood control had vanished — he said he had reached his limit. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Filipinos, push, back, flood, control, scandal, sparks, fresh, protest, wave</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippine inflation likely eased in November – poll</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-inflation-likely-eased-in-november-poll</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippine-inflation-likely-eased-in-november-poll</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ HEADLINE INFLATION likely eased in November as lower prices of food, particularly rice, may have tempered higher utility costs during the month, analysts said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippine, inflation, likely, eased, November, –, poll</media:keywords>
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<title>Philippines factory activity falls to lowest level in over four years in November</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-factory-activity-falls-to-lowest-level-in-over-four-years-in-november</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/philippines-factory-activity-falls-to-lowest-level-in-over-four-years-in-november</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ PHILIPPINE FACTORY activity deteriorated in November, posting the sharpest downturn in more than four years as manufacturers saw drastic decline in output and new orders, according to S&amp;P Global. The Philippines Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) slumped to 47.4 in November, a reversal of the 50.1 in October. S&amp;P Global said this was the “strongest […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Philippines, factory, activity, falls, lowest, level, over, four, years, November</media:keywords>
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<title>Phil. Gold, Filminera set industry standard with multiple national awards</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phil-gold-filminera-set-industry-standard-with-multiple-national-awards</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phil-gold-filminera-set-industry-standard-with-multiple-national-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Phil. Gold Processing &amp; Refining Corp. and Filminera Resources Corp., the two companies operating within the Masbate Gold Project, received prestigious national awards last week, highlighting their commitment to excellence in labor relations, safety, and environmental management. Phil. Gold has earned the highest distinctions at the 2025 Labor-Management Cooperation (LMC) Awards for Industrial Peace, emerging […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Phil., Gold, Filminera, set, industry, standard, with, multiple, national, awards</media:keywords>
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<title>Puregold assures support for sari&#45;sari store owners amid rise of new store formats</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregold-assures-support-for-sari-sari-store-owners-amid-rise-of-new-store-formats</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/puregold-assures-support-for-sari-sari-store-owners-amid-rise-of-new-store-formats</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Puregold Price Club, Inc., a dependable ally of Filipino MSMEs, has assured sari-sari store owners of consistent support amid concerns that the proliferation of new types of neighborhood stores could eventually lead to the demise of the humble tindahan. The supermarket chain, which provides MSMEs more affordable yet quality goods, emphasized that sari-sari stores are […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Puregold, assures, support, for, sari-sari, store, owners, amid, rise, new, store, formats</media:keywords>
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<title>Argentina, Colombia dispute semis spot at futsal World Cup</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/argentina-colombia-dispute-semis-spot-at-futsal-world-cup</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/argentina-colombia-dispute-semis-spot-at-futsal-world-cup</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SOUTH AMERICAN titans Argentina and Colombia rekindle their rivalry as they dispute a ticket to the semifinals of the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup on Monday at the PhilSports Arena. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Argentina, Colombia, dispute, semis, spot, futsal, World, Cup</media:keywords>
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<title>Ateneo knocks off Adamson to reach next rung of UAAP women’s stepladder</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ateneo-knocks-off-adamson-to-reach-next-rung-of-uaap-womens-stepladder</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/ateneo-knocks-off-adamson-to-reach-next-rung-of-uaap-womens-stepladder</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ VENGEFUL ATENEO knocked off Adamson, 66-56, and climbed to the next step on the ladder of the UAAP Season 88 women’s basketball semifinals on Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ateneo, knocks, off, Adamson, reach, next, rung, UAAP, women’s, stepladder</media:keywords>
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<title>IM Arca tops Asian U16 blitz tourney</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/im-arca-tops-asian-u16-blitz-tourney</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/im-arca-tops-asian-u16-blitz-tourney</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ INTERNATIONAL MASTER (IM) Christian Gian Karlo Arca saved the best for last as he topped the open Under-16 (U16) blitz section for the Philippines’ lone gold medal in the 27th Asian Youth Chess Championships in Thailand. Mr. Arca scored 7.5 points on seven wins and a draw against a single defeat to claim the title after […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Arca, tops, Asian, U16, blitz, tourney</media:keywords>
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<title>PHL pushes ASEAN for a sustainable “one tourism destination”, unified visa </title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-pushes-asean-for-a-sustainable-one-tourism-destinationunified-visa</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/phl-pushes-asean-for-a-sustainable-one-tourism-destinationunified-visa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Department of Tourism (DoT) said on Thursday that the Philippines is advocating for a “one tourism destination” for sustainability and the establishment of a unified visa for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).  “We are really pushing for regional cooperation for ASEAN as one tourism destination for sustainability in tourism development,” Tourism Secretary […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PHL, pushes, ASEAN, for, sustainable, “one, tourism, destination”,  unified, visa </media:keywords>
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<title>LeBron happy to play third fiddle</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/lebron-happy-to-play-third-fiddle</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Conventional wisdom predicted the early weeks of the Lakers’ new partnership would be messy, and with reason. After all, ball-dominant playmakers with a distinct cadence rarely just snap into rhythm alongside each other. In fact, the annals of pro hoops are littered with examples of failed attempts at turning the luster of individuals into collective […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Rouri404 Drops Glitchy Club&#45;Ready Single ‘Videostar’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/rouri404-drops-glitchy-club-ready-single-videostar</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ November 24th, 2025 – Rising genre-bending EDM artist rouri404 is back again and has released his new single “videostar” on Red Bull Records. Fans ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:30 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rouri404, Drops, Glitchy, Club-Ready, Single, ‘Videostar’</media:keywords>
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<title>Nonong Ballinan Spotlights Everyday Lives of Filipinos in ‘Taym In’</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/nonong-ballinan-spotlights-everyday-lives-of-filipinos-in-taym-in</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kapamilya comedian Nonong Ballinan is set for an extraordinary adventure as he features the lives of remarkable Pinoys ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:23 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>‘Meet, Greet &amp;amp; Bye’ Reaches P215&#45;M in Global Theatrical Earnings</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/meet-greet-bye-reaches-p215-m-in-global-theatrical-earnings</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ “Meet, Greet &amp; Bye” surges past P215 million in global box office as of Sunday (November 23) as ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>All&#45;4&#45;One is Coming Back to the Philippines</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/all-4-one-is-coming-back-to-the-philippines</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Grammy Award-Winning, multi-platinum R&amp;B/POP legends All-4-One are coming to Davao on December 15 at the SMX Convention ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>South Palms Resort &amp;amp; Spa Panglao—MGallery Collection Chooses Alcatel&#45;Lucent Enterprise to Deliver Enhanced Guest Experience</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/south-palms-resort-spa-panglaomgallerycollectionchooses-alcatel-lucent-enterprise-to-deliver-enhanced-guest-experience</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Newly developed resort in the Philippines builds a strong digital foundation that is modern, scalable and reliable to deliver hospitality ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:05 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>South, Palms, Resort, Spa, Panglao—MGallery Collection Chooses, Alcatel-Lucent, Enterprise, Deliver, Enhanced, Guest, Experience</media:keywords>
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<title>James picks his spots</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/james-picks-his-spots</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The latest meeting between the Lakers and Clippers functioned both as spectacle and as affirmation of the pecking order. The final score in favor of the purple and gold comes off as a whipping on surface, punctuated by scoring bursts from marquee names. At the same time, clarity lies beyond the numbers: Roles, rhythms and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Federal Land opens first FIFA&#45;standard football field in Marikina City</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/federal-land-opens-first-fifa-standard-football-field-in-marikina-city</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE Federal Land, Inc. (FLI) on Wednesday said that it seeks to encourage a more active lifestyle and bring new opportunities to Marikina City through its first football field aligned with the standards of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:02 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Gilas Pilipinas eyes World Cup, Olympics in clash with Guam</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/gilas-pilipinas-eyes-world-cup-olympics-in-clash-with-guam</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE ROAD to the 2027 FIBA World Cup — and long-term, the 2028 Olympics — starts in this Guam stop. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:02 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Dasma Monarchs, Biñan close in on MPVA finals</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/dasma-monarchs-binan-close-in-on-mpva-finals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ UNBEATEN Dasma Monarchs and Biñan Tatak Gel Arellano University Lady Chiefs scored contrasting wins to move on the verge of arranging a finals duel in the 2025 Maharlika Pilipinas Volleyball Association (MPVA) on Wednesday night at the Alonte Sports Arena in Laguna. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:02 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>FEU’s Janrey Pasaol edges DLSU’s Mike Phillips to snatch MVP award</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/feus-janrey-pasaol-edges-dlsus-mike-phillips-to-snatch-mvp-award</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ THE final playdate of the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball proved to be more than just a rumble for the final ticket. In a surprising turn, Janrey Pasaol stole the thunder from league leaders in the nick of time to claim the Most Valuable Player (MVP) honor as a consolation prize to Far Eastern University’s […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:02 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>BDO raises $500 million from offshore bond offer</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/bdo-raises-500-million-from-offshore-bond-offer</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ BDO UNIBANK, Inc. has raised $500 million from its sale of five-year dollar-denominated bonds that marked its return to the offshore debt market after over three years, it said on Wednesday. The offering was more than 3.2 times oversubscribed, with tenders reaching $1.6 billion following a series of investor calls that started on Monday, the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>More assets of officials linked to flood control mess frozen</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/more-assets-of-officials-linked-to-flood-control-mess-frozen</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ ASSETS worth billions that belong to public officials behind the flood control scandal have been frozen as the Court of Appeals issued two new freeze orders on Tuesday, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) said. The assets belong to an incumbent high-ranking official from an independent constitutional body and a former elected government official, the AMLC […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Create your future with smart choices</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/create-your-future-with-smart-choices</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Success is not about luck. It is the result of smart, conscious decisions. And when it comes to your future, few choices matter more than the ones you make about money. Every peso you will save, spend, or invest will shape your future. Any other choice that deviates from the smart ones can lead to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Create, your, future, with, smart, choices</media:keywords>
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<title>PSE names 2 new directors </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on Wednesday elected Cecile L. Ang as its nonbroker director representing investors, and Jaime J. Bautista as an independent director following recent resignations from both posts.  Ms. Ang, daughter of San Miguel Corp. Chairman Ramon S. Ang, was nominated by the San Miguel Corp. Retirement Plan. She will fill the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PSE names, new directors </media:keywords>
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<title>SB19, Kathryn Bernardo Among Zeenfluential Awards 2025 Top Winners</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/sb19-kathryn-bernardo-among-zeenfluential-awards-2025-top-winners</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Parañaque City — On November 20 at OKADA Cove Manila, Zeen Magazine, a publication under CreaZion Studios’ Digital ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:18 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Vice Ganda, KimPau, and Daniel Turn Up the Excitement on ‘ASAP in Vancouver Finale’ This Sunday</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ “ASAP” caps off its Vancouver celebration with a spectacular finale headlined by Vice Ganda, Kim Chiu and Paulo ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:15 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Hikaru Utada’s ‘Science Fiction Tour 2024’ to Screen in Hong Kong Theaters</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hikaru-utadas-science-fiction-tour-2024-to-screen-in-hong-kong-theaters</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hikaru-utadas-science-fiction-tour-2024-to-screen-in-hong-kong-theaters</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tokyo, Japan — Ahead of Hikaru Utada’s release of the analog record and bundled digital EP of “Mine ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:11 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hikaru, Utada’s, ‘Science, Fiction, Tour, 2024’, Screen, Hong, Kong, Theaters</media:keywords>
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<title>The Cast of ‘Wicked: For Good’ Enchant Fans at the Singapore Premiere</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/the-cast-of-wicked-for-good-enchant-fans-at-the-singapore-premiere</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Stars and “Wicked” fans Andrea Brilliantes and Darren Espanto meet Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Ariana Grande, Cynthia ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:08 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>HBO Announces Season Renewal for Two ‘Game of Thrones’ Franchise Series</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hbo-announces-season-renewal-for-two-game-of-thrones-franchise-series</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/hbo-announces-season-renewal-for-two-game-of-thrones-franchise-series</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ~A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS RENEWED FOR SEASON TWO ~AND HOUSE OF THE DRAGON RENEWED FOR SEASON FOUR ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:04 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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<title>Timezone to revamp, open more venues by year&#45;end and 2026</title>
<link>https://www.philippinecourier.net/timezone-to-revamp-open-more-venues-by-year-end-and-2026</link>
<guid>https://www.philippinecourier.net/timezone-to-revamp-open-more-venues-by-year-end-and-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Timezone Philippines is set to renovate and open additional locations nationwide by year-end and in 2026, the company’s top official said on Friday. “Before the year ends, we still have two more venues to open: one in Venice Grand Canal Mall (in Taguig City), which will be a multi-attraction venue, and another in Ayala Capital […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:00:03 +0800</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Tomas Kauer - News Moderator</dc:creator>
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