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Malaysia bans Thai shrimp over seabass dispute, 4 billion baht at risk

Malaysia’s ban on Thai shrimp imports took effect on June 1, targeting five species and putting more than 4 billion baht in annual export revenue at immediate risk. The measure is a direct response to Thailand’s own import restrictions on Malaysian seabass, and it has already disrupted trade on both sides of the border. What …

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May 2026 CPALE results to be released on June 2

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has set Tuesday, June 2, as the release date for the May 2026 Certified Public Accountants Licensure Examination (CPALE) results. “To the nation’s future CPAs, keep yourselves posted as the results of the May 2026 CPALE will be released soon!” PRC said. “Congratulations to our future

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Young and jobless? It’s not AI—it may be remote work

The rise of remote work since the pandemic has made businesses more reluctant to hire young, inexperienced workers and is the key driver of higher unemployment rates for recent college graduates, a study released Monday has found. The study, by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, compared occupations that can be done remotely — such as software development —

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PNP: Bonoan now stable, can be sent to Sandiganbayan

MANILA, Philippines — Former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan is now in stable condition and can be sent to the Sandiganbayan to face the case against him, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). “Last night, the former secretary was complaining of head heaviness with a (blood pressure or) BP of 170/100. After

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TIMELINE: Over two decades of Jinggoy Estrada’s legal woes

Senator Jinggoy Estrada has spent more than two decades entangled in legal battles over allegations of plunder, graft and bribery, placing him at the center of some of the country’s highest-profile corruption controversies. The accusations have ranged from claims that he received kickbacks tied to illegal gambling during the presidency of his father, Joseph “Erap”

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Sharmaine, Vanessa, Melanie: Who are they?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — For those who are chronically online, orange is now Sharmaine. A new wave of viral characters has taken over social media, sparked by a series of comedic skits from TikTok creator BAET. The videos introduced fan-favorite personalities Sharmaine, Vanessa, and Melanie, who quickly gained popularity for their humor and relatable antics.

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Lapu-Lapu City Art Gallery and Cultural Hub reopens

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Local artists, particularly those from Lapu-Lapu City, now have a free venue to showcase their talents and artworks through the city’s newly reopened Art Gallery and Cultural Hub. The gallery aims to provide artists with a space to display their creative works and connect with fellow creatives through quarterly exhibits, weekly

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Tulfo urges peers to show up: We could’ve prayed together for Estrada

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Tuesday urged his colleagues in the Senate majority to show up for work despite their anger over recent developments, saying they were free to express their frustrations and engage in debate. The session was supposed to resume at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, but the 13-member majority led by

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Baguio’s outdated sewage plant hit with violation notice

BAGUIO CITY — The summer capital has been slapped with a notice of violation over the poor performance of its only sewage treatment plant, which discharges what should be cleansed domestic water into one of four rivers emanating from its Baguio headwaters.  Since 2020, water quality tests at Balili River confirmed a quadrillion bacterial count

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Iloilo City cops step up security measures for Balik Eskwela 2026

ILOILO CITY — The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) declared its readiness for Oplan Balik Eskwela 2026, rolling out comprehensive security measures ahead of the June 8 class opening. The operation aims to ensure the safety and security of students, teachers, parents, and school personnel throughout the city. READ: Over 55,500 PNP personnel to secure

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