Wynn claimed at the time that Okada had put Wynn's gaming license in jeopardy amid allegations he provided improper hospitality at Wynn properties to Philippine gaming officials to the tune of US$ 110,000. Last month, GEG emerged as aRead more
Subic-BlogAmerican tech platforms, which once promised greater freedom and civic engagement are now being used to stifle dissenting … reporters from coverage–a right guaranteed by the Philippine Constitution–to numerous harassment suits against us, the government's goalRead more
Subic-BlogPhilippine Court Halts Govt Move to Keep Drug War Kill Records Secret … MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippine Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered police to hand over full records of thousands of deadly encounters in the country's war onRead more
Subic-BlogThe expanded scrutiny of the deal could pose a major hurdle to the US firm's attempt to improve profitability by exiting its loss-making regional operation. It also comes as Grab is set to face tougher competition from Indonesian rivalRead more
Subic-BlogThe local stock barometer firmed up above the 8,000 mark in thin trading after a long holiday break on Monday, the first trading day of the second quarter. While regional markets erased early gains amid a brewing US-China tradeRead more
Subic-BlogBut it's not really vacation for this dynamic young man. He's here as media liaison officer of the New York-based Philippine Independence Day Council Inc. (PIDCI), an umbrella organization of 200-plus Filipino–American associations based on the East Coast. TheRead more
Subic-BlogThe position of the Philippines is quite surprising. President Rodrigo Duterte clearly does not have confidence that the long-time ally US would back it up in a kinetic conflict with China – – which is apparently one reason heRead more
Subic-BlogThis could increase hawkish policy expectations if the markets believe the central bank will raise rates to fight inflation, boosting the Philippine Peso. Outside of the bloc, keep your eyes peeled for Friday's US jobs report. Data out ofRead more
Subic-BlogWith the masterful comeback of San Miguel Beer to tie sister team Magnolia after two games of the PBA Philippine Cup best-of-seven championship last Sunday, the Beermen again loom as heavy favorites to nail a historic fourth straight all-FilipinoRead more
Subic-Blog“According to US Customs data, Philippine SBM imports from the United States reached $ 747 million in 2017, the highest ever, making the country the largest market in the world for US,” it added. The USDA-FAS in Manila estimatedRead more
Subic-BlogCamp Funston, the U.S. training camp on Fort Riley, became one of the 16 Divisional Cantonments in the country, training soldiers to support an army at war. Named for Maj. Gen. Frederick Funston, a prominent leader during the Philippine–AmericanRead more
Subic-BlogIn Manila Bay on May 1, Dewey's ships smashed the entire Spanish fleet while suffering only a handful of US casualties. That crushing naval victory cemented the US as a major player in the Pacific Ocean, leading to nearlyRead more
Subic-BlogLiesl Wilhardt from Eugene, Oregon, in the United States, said she fell in love with Wacku the moment she saw him in a video posted on social media. … Fortunately, members of the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) wereRead more
Subic-BlogA grand two-week Fourth of July celebration will also be held in commemoration of the Philippine–American friendship day that's sure to rival any fourth of July celebration in the US. Of course, the much anticipated grand fashion show dubbedRead more
Subic-BlogOur first chance came after our last colonial masters left us alone, in 1946, to choose our leaders among ourselves by free vote. But habits acquired and solidified through centuries of colonial subjugation carried into our first experience withRead more
Subic-BlogWASHINGTON — The United States said Friday it has secured the support of the U.N. Security Council for a new package of sanctions designations that target smuggling at sea by North Korea. Ambassador Nikki Haley said the North KoreaRead more
Subic-BlogThe 29th annual Bataan Memorial Death March welcomed more than 8,400 marchers, March 25, in honor of tens of thousands of American and Filipino service members who were forced march over 65 miles starting at the Philippine's Bataan PeninsulaRead more
Subic-BlogWith the theme of Honoring Our Heroes — Inspiring Solidarity for us all, they were able to exchange updates on the preparations for the Grand Celebration on … The upcoming PIDCI Community Meeting will be on Thursday, April 5,Read more
Subic-BlogThe state-owned carrier is confident that the Philippines welcomes interest in its telecommunications sector from China and other foreign investors, said … The video-on-demand service debuted on US stock exchange on Thursday at an opening price of US$ 18.20,Read more
Subic-BlogIt's Good Friday today and many Filipino families are probably looking for ways to express their faith in a meaningful way… at least, that is what I hope. … this particular activity this weekend, you can still do itRead more
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