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Labor & Mobility DMW OFW economy Money

One Bloc, One Skill Card. The Welder Fronts Two Years Before a Single Shift.

by Carlo Cruz

August 10, 2026

A row of vibrant jeepneys parked outdoors in the Philippines, showcasing traditional design.

energy shock Pantawid Pasada Dubai crude Money

Pump Prices Move at Refinery Speed. Driver Pay Moves at Wage-Board Speed.

by Maria Garcia

August 10, 2026

FILE PHOTO: World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai

World

Unitree Prices Shanghai IPO at 150.8 Yuan, Racing to Be China's First Listed Humanoid Maker

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

Dress form Mannequins with SHEIN logos are seen in Guangzhou

World

Shein Retreats to China After Its Vietnam Warehouse Bet Falls Apart

The ultra-fast fashion retailer has cut its Ho Chi Minh City logistics hub from 15 to 6 hectares and laid off thousands as U.S. tariff changes erased Vietnam's advantage.

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

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seas and resources Palawan Sulu Sea Environment

Cash Lands in a Palawan Fisher's Hand. The Patrol Boat Counts Its Diesel by the Liter.

by Luz Bautista

August 10, 2026

Wildfires at Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java

World

Mount Bromo Fire Doused After 550 Hectares Burn, But New Hotspots Flare Near Caldera

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

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World

Sony and TSMC to Invest $6.3 Billion in Japan Image Sensor Venture, Nikkei Says

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

Vibrant aerial view of cultivated fields and lush vegetation in West Java, Indonesia.

clean energy transition grid connection NGCP Environment

The Auction Awarded the Megawatts. The Grid Study Won't Schedule Them for Years.

by Luz Bautista

August 10, 2026

A peaceful protest in Hong Kong with a message supporting Ukraine, featuring participants holding smartphones.

protest civil society Cebu Politics

The Rally Fund Cleared in Minutes. AMLC Flags It Before the Placards Print.

by Jose Dela Cruz

August 10, 2026

Strong winds ahead of the arrival of Typhoon Dolphin in Shanghai

World

Typhoon Dolphin Slams China's East Coast, Forcing Over 1 Million to Evacuate

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam

World

Iran Ties Reopening of Strait of Hormuz to US Compensation and End to Sanctions

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

FILE PHOTO: Traffic signs in front of the Bank of Japan building, in Tokyo

World

Three BOJ Board Members Push for Faster Rate Hikes, Firming Up September Odds

by Spillr Newsdesk

August 10, 2026

Politics

A peaceful protest in Hong Kong with a message supporting Ukraine, featuring participants holding smartphones.

protest civil society Cebu Politics

The Rally Fund Cleared in Minutes. AMLC Flags It Before the Placards Print.

by Jose Dela Cruz

August 10, 2026

Serene view of traditional fishing boats on the coastal waters of Phú Yên, Vietnam, capturing maritime life.

Code of Conduct West Philippine Sea ASEAN Politics

Manila Files Draft Language. The Consensus Rule Lets One Chair Reset the Clock.

by Carmen Villanueva

August 09, 2026

Aerial view of the lush mountains in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with grazing cattle.

FPIC Indigenous rights Mindanao Politics

One Barangay Meeting Signed for the Dam. The Consent File Falls Apart on a Second Read.

by Jose Dela Cruz

August 09, 2026

Silhouette of a man sitting alone in a dimly lit room by a window, evoking solitude.

elections OFW economy DMW Politics

COMELEC Promises OFWs a Login. The Recruiter Still Holds the Passport That Proves Who They Are.

by Carmen Villanueva

August 08, 2026

Colorful festival parade showcasing traditional attire and dance in Baguio, Philippines.

protest civil society Extraction & Ecology Politics

Baguio's Councils Voted Down Open-Pit Mining. A National Permit Made the Vote a Suggestion.

by Jose Dela Cruz

August 08, 2026

brown wooden boat at water

Code of Conduct West Philippine Sea ASEAN Politics

Cambodia Cashes Beijing's Grant Checks. Zambales Fishers Wait on a Code That Never Lands.

by Carmen Villanueva

August 07, 2026

Tech

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startup capital formation clean energy transition Tech

The Sensor Ships to Jakarta First Because Manila Has No Check for Hardware

by Ana Santos

August 09, 2026

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tech skepticism Data Privacy Act education in crisis Tech

The Face Scan Marks You Present. The Contract Names No Date to Delete It.

by Marco Reyes

August 09, 2026

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creator economy digital hustle TikTok Tech

Sponsors Chase the 50K. The Payout Lands 90 Days Late, a Fifth Lighter.

by Ana Santos

August 09, 2026

A chef prepares dishes in a kitchen specializing in Mexican cuisine, highlighting street food culture.

startup small business survival capital formation Tech

The Campaign Hit Its Target. The Platform's Cut Ate the First Production Run.

by Ana Santos

August 08, 2026

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gaming and virtual identity Malaysia Indonesia Tech

The Cash Cleared Over Discord. The Login Locked the Buyer Out by Morning.

by Ana Santos

August 08, 2026

A group of young adults intensely focused on playing video games in a modern gaming lounge.

gaming and virtual identity Quezon City Mobile Legends Tech

The Tournament Bracket Came Down. The Sabong Livestream Took the Middle Row.

by Ana Santos

August 07, 2026

Lifestyle

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infrastructure Cebu cost of living Lifestyle

The Toll Booth Charges the Full Rate. The BRT Feeder It Promised Has No Groundbreaking Date.

by Sofia Ramos

August 08, 2026

A traditional Filipino jeepney traveling through a bustling urban street in Manila on a sunny day.

LTFRB Manila labor rights Lifestyle

The Cooperative Owns the Fleet. The Man Who Drove the Route for 30 Years Owns a Share Certificate.

by Miguel Torres

August 07, 2026

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housing rent crisis Manila Lifestyle

You Paid 24 Months on That Condo. Miss One, and It's a Reservation Fee.

by Miguel Torres

August 06, 2026

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infrastructure Davao China loans Lifestyle

Davao's Rail Notices Went Out on National Money. The Lender Is Still Being Chosen.

by Sofia Ramos

August 06, 2026

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housing rent crisis Manila Lifestyle

The Brochure Says 'Community.' The Lease Says a Bunk and a Cleaning Roster.

by Miguel Torres

August 05, 2026

A scenic rural railway bridge with empty tracks, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing perspective depth.

infrastructure Davao China loans Lifestyle

Tagum Gets the Expropriation Notice Before Beijing's Loan Even Clears

by Sofia Ramos

July 31, 2026

Culture

A person taking a picture of a city at night

Faith and Generation Z Indonesia Jakarta Culture

The Mosque Council Logs Every Question. The Discord Server Deletes on Read.

by Paolo Aquino

August 09, 2026

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food as identity Indonesia small business survival Culture

Ask for the Off-Menu Nasi and Surabaya's Wartegs Feed You What Tourists Never See

by Paolo Aquino

August 08, 2026

Indonesian family enjoying a festive meal together, sharing traditional dishes with joy and laughter.

diaspora and identity Indonesia language wars Culture

The Passport Was Approved. Every Family Lunch Hears the Netherlands in Her Vowels.

by Paolo Aquino

August 08, 2026

Anonymous male gynecologist in uniform and female colleague in sterile mask carrying medical trolley with newborn baby in corridor in clinic behind group of people

body politics skin whitening healthcare workers Culture

The Referral Moves in Viber. The Melasma Consult Waits Until October.

by Paolo Aquino

August 08, 2026

A couple holding a key, symbolizing a new home ownership or rental.

gender Davao rent crisis Culture

The Lease Names Two Roommates. The Wedding They Promised the Landlord Has No Date.

by Isabel Castro

August 07, 2026

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food as identity Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Culture

The QR Menu Loads on 5G. Uncle at the Corner Table Still Pays in Coins.

by Paolo Aquino

August 07, 2026

Money

a group of people standing next to a large boat

Labor & Mobility DMW OFW economy Money

One Bloc, One Skill Card. The Welder Fronts Two Years Before a Single Shift.

by Carlo Cruz

August 10, 2026

A row of vibrant jeepneys parked outdoors in the Philippines, showcasing traditional design.

energy shock Pantawid Pasada Dubai crude Money

Pump Prices Move at Refinery Speed. Driver Pay Moves at Wage-Board Speed.

by Maria Garcia

August 10, 2026

a girl in a boat on the beach

OFW economy gender family Money

Remittances Cover Her Brother's Tuition. Nobody Lines Up What They Cost Her.

by Maria Garcia

August 09, 2026

green and white UNKs coffee store signage

small business survival TikTok Manila Money

The Rack Says Preloved. The Tracking Number Says a Shenzhen Warehouse.

by Maria Garcia

August 07, 2026

A spacious and modern interior view of Mactan-Cebu Airport terminal with wooden architecture.

energy shock cost of living Dubai crude Money

The Fare Jumps the Day Hormuz Twitches. The Refund Waits on a Board That Meets Later.

by Maria Garcia

August 06, 2026

a group of men sitting on the side of a street

Labor & Mobility DMW Japan Money

The N4 Certificate Prints. The Refund Clause Reads 'Non-Deployment Not Covered.'

by Carlo Cruz

August 06, 2026