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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, March 11

SEOUL -- South Korea's export fell in double digits in the first 10 days of March due to fewer business days, customs office data showed Monday. Export came to 13.54 billion U.S. dollars in the 10 days, down 13.4 percent compared to the same period of last year, according to Korea Customs Service. (South Korea-Exports) - - - - VIENTIANE -- Participants in the 30th ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

DENR preparing for worst-case water depletion

The government is preparing for the worst scenario amid the continued drop in the water level of Angat Dam, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

GCash preparing for IPO in the last half of 2024

Oscar Reyes Jr., the CEO of GCash operator G-Xchange [link], said that they’re “preparing internally so that we can be ready this year” for an IPO, but clarified that “it is a question of the market, not of GCash, as the market has yet to rebound fully.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Japan successfully launches next-generation H3 rocket after failure last year

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan successfully launched its new H3 flagship rocket on Saturday, putting its satellite programme back on track after multiple setbacks including the failure of the rocket’s inaugural flight last year. The launch also marks a second straight win for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) after its moon lander, SLIM, achieved a “pinpoint”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Philippines rises 23 spots in World Happiness Report

The Philippines rose 23 spots to land 53rd in the in the 2024 World Happiness Report. The Philippines was 76th in the World Happiness Report in 2023 and 60th in the 2022 report. The country also ranks as the 2nd happiest country in Southeast Asia, next to Singapore, which placed 30th. READ MORE: What makes Cebuano.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Pinoy children unable to report online sex abuse – report

Fifty-five percent of children surveyed in the Philippines did not know how to report harmful content on social media, a report on online child sexual exploitation and abuse revealed......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

China sending probe to less-explored far side of moon

TAIPEI, Taiwan - China is preparing to launch a lunar probe Friday that would land on the far side of the moon and return with samples that could provide insights into geological and other differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.The unprecedented mission would be the latest advance in the increasingly sophisticated and ambitious space exploration program that is now competing.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Huge crowds await a total solar eclipse in North America. Clouds may spoil the view

Huge crowds await a total solar eclipse in North America. Clouds may spoil the view.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Huge crowds await a total solar eclipse in North America. Clouds may spoil the view

Huge crowds await a total solar eclipse in North America. Clouds may spoil the view.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Cebu bus terminals: 100,000 passengers expected on March 27

CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least 100,000 passengers are expected to flock to two of the biggest bus terminals here in Cebu for the Holy Week this year. As early as 7 a.m. on Holy Wednesday, dozens already queued for buses at the Cebu North Bus Terminal (CNBT) in the North Reclamation Area. READ MORE:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Authorities verifying 13 dead in North Cotabato road mishap

Authorities are still verifying the 13 fatalities in a vehicular accident involving a passenger van that collided with a dump truck along the National Highway in Barangay Luhong, Antipas, around 12:15 p.m. in North Cotabato on March 25, 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

USC NABC Finals unwraps on Sunday

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The much-awaited finals of the “The Last Dance” North Alumni Basketball Club (NABC) Congressman Bingo Bagtik Matugas Cup of the University of San Carlos (USC) will fire off this weekend at the USC North Campus gymnasium. Four of NABC’s divisions will clash in the finals to determine the champions for this.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Naval Reserve Command eyes mobilization center in north Negros

Naval Reserve Command eyes mobilization center in north Negros.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Modern hub to rise in north

Modern hub to rise in north.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

North Cotabato authorities vow to end risky ‘waswas’ drag race

COTABATO CITY (MindaNews / 28 February) – Following the horrific illegal drag racing accident at a national highway that killed the rider and an innocent passerby, the provincial government of North Cotabato vowed to end the dangerous motorcycle race, locally called “waswas” and often involving the youth. Former Board Member Shirlyn “Neneng”  Macasarte, who represented the […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

3 killed, 14 injured as van blows tire on Philippines highway

MANILA, Feb. 11 (Xinhua) -- A van blew a tire on a highway in Pangasinan province, north of Manila, and crashed into a roadside barrier, killing three people and injuring 14 others, police said Sunday. Police said the van was traveling north to a Roman Catholic Church in Manaoag town when the accident happened around 9 a.m. local time (0100 GMT) Saturday in Rosales, a town in Pangasinan. The passengers, a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

100th Jollibee store in North America opens

Philippine-based Jollibee Foods Corp., one of the biggest food conglomerates in Asia, has strengthened its presence in North America with the opening of its 100th store in the region......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Rare migratory bird spotted in north Negros

Rare migratory bird spotted in north Negros.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Biden to Host Japan PM Kishida, Philippines President Marcos

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a White House summit next month amid growing concerns about North Korea's nuclear program, provocative Chinese action in the South China Sea and differences over a Japanese company's plan to buy an iconic American steel company.White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in a sta.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Iran s Ice Hockey Team Beaten by Singapore

TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's national ice hockey team lost to Singapore 8-5 in Group B of the 2024 World Championships Division III on Thursday. - Sports news - The match was held at Skenderija Sports Arena in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Iran had lost to host Bosnia 3-0, the Philippines 14-2, North Korea 9-4, and Hong Kong 11-3 in its previous matches.Entry to all championship games is fr.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024