PH asks Iran anew to release 18 Filipino seamen
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, January 22) — The Philippine government reiterated its request to Iran to allow the release of 18 Filipino seafarers onboard a seized oil tanker, an official said.
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PATAFA aims for more slots
MANILA, Philippines — World No. 2 pole vaulter EJ Obiena won’t be the only Philippine representative from athletics in this year’s Paris Olympics as at least one female will be added to the cast under the universality rule. Outgoing PATAFA secretary-general Edward Kho said yesterday several competitions are set before the end of the qualifying period on June 30 with 110m hurdler John Cabang, long jumper Janry Ubas, 400m runner Lauren Hoffman and 400m hurdler Robyn Brown expected to make a dash for Olympic tickets.
Marcos cancels Dubai trip
BY JOCELYN MONTEMAYOR and ASHZEL HACHERO PRESIDENT Marcos Jr. yesterday cancelled his trip to Dubai where he was se
Zurich, Singapore world's most expensive cities — The Economist
PARIS, France — Zurich and Singapore are the most expensive cities in the world ahead of New York amid the ever-rising cost of living, according to rankings published Thursday by The Economist magazine.
Hezbollah chief warns Israel-Hamas war could become regional conflict
BEIRUT, Lebanon — Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah warned Friday that war between Israel and Hamas could turn into a regional conflict if attacks on Gaza continue, placing responsibility firmly on the United States.
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There is reason to fear that the longer Israel’s war against Hamas continues, the greater the possibility of opening up civilizational fissures.
Israel-Hamas war: What risks face the energy sector?
LONDON, United Kingdom — The escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hamas could further strain global oil and gas supplies, already disrupted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, experts have warned.
PH stocks retreat as investors weigh Biden’s Israel visit
Philippine stocks finished lower Wednesday as investors took time to analyze the latest movement in US bond yields and corporate earnings.