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Philippine Courier

ICI commissioner Rosanna Fajardo resigns

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...

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Philippine Courier

Philippines improves seven spots in Government AI Readiness Index

PHILIPPINE COURIER NEWS provides reliable, free, up-to-the-minute syndicated news to any media publication. We are committed to providing accessible journalism that bridges continents,...

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OFW Today

Pag-IBIG keeps low 3% rate as higher price ceilings lift quality of socialized homes

Filipino workers are expected to benefit from better-quality socialized housing following the government’s approval of higher price ceilings for socialized subdivision and condominium...

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OFW Today

‘February cut on the table,’ says BSP governor Remolona

By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Further monetary policy easing might come as early as the Monetary Board’s first meeting of 2026 amid subdued...

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OFW Today

25% of Filipinos uncertain life will improve in 2026 — survey

According to a nationwide survey by public opinion firm WR Numero, a quarter of Filipinos are unsure if their own lives and their...

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OFW Today

PHL trims 2026, 2027 growth goals

THE PHILIPPINE government lowered its economic growth targets for this year and 2027, with the impact of the corruption scandal still expected to...

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OFW Today

Marcos vetoes P92.5-billion in unprogrammed funds in 2026 budget

By Chloe Mari A. Hufana, Reporter PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Monday signed this year’s P6.793-trillion national budget but vetoed around...

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Konnichiwa

Nikkei Average Surges on 1st Day of 2026 Trading

HEADLINES Tomas Kauer – News Writer and Moderator Jan 5, 2026 – 15:28 Tokyo, Jan. 5 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average soared on...

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Konnichiwa

BOJ Likely to Pursue Further Rate Hikes This Year

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Konnichiwa

Assets of Japan's New Upper House Members Average 30.82 M. Yen

KONNICHIWA TODAY provides reliable, free, up-to-the-minute syndicated news to any media publication. KONNICHIWA TODAY is a network member of the Associated News Agency...