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Hong Kong's golfers gird up for battle as housing policy threatens famed course

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:45
July 21, 2023 10:45 AM

The government is set to repossess a fifth of the 172ha Fanling golf course land to build 12,000 public homes.

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Filipino lawmaker receives nuclear advocacy recognition

Philippines Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:44
The American Nuclear Society awarded Rep. Mark Cojuangco (Pangasinan, 2nd District) of the "Distinguished Public Service Award" on June 12 for his advocacy for nuclear energy and addressing the Philippines' energy crisis.
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Woman, 87, creates buzz online for paragliding in Sabah

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:35
July 21, 2023 10:35 AM

The woman wanted to paraglide to encourage her daughter, who was in her fifties and was too afraid to do it.

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Australia’s Commonwealth Games saga highlights more ills of embattled Big Four firms

SCMP Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:30
Australia backing out of hosting the Commonwealth Games allows it to redirect finances to its people, but renews scrutiny on major consulting firms over alleged corruption.
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Hotel group kicks off 9th Virtus Awards noms to honor hospitality’s best

Philippines Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:11
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association on Thursday formally opened the nominations for the ninth edition of the Virtus Award, an honor given to outstanding hospitality groups, as a call to adapt to change despite being one of the sectors affected by the pandemic.
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LPA becomes Tropical Depression Egay, likely to develop into typhoon

Philippines Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 10:00
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reported on Friday that the low pressure area situated 950 kilometers east of southeastern Luzon is likely to develop into a tropical depression by Friday. 
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ArenaPlus partners with FIBA for the World Basketball Cup 2023

Cebu Sun.Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 09:48
ARENAPLUS, an online sports betting platform in the country, proudly announced its partnership with International Basketball Association (FIBA), supported by TV5 Cignal Ultra, to become the official sportsbook partner for the highly anticipated World Basketball Cup 2023.

The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 is truly historic, as it marks the first-ever collaboration among three countries - Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines.

This momentous occasion brings immense excitement not just for ArenaPlus, but also for the passionate Filipino fans who eagerly look forward to creating unforgettable, world-class basketball memories with FIBA.

“I truly believe that basketball is indeed loved by the Filipinos; hence FIBA alongside with ArenaPlus will surely upgrade your sports appreciation and will give you distinct fun and experience while cheering your team,” said Andy Tsui, President of DigiPlus Interactive Corporation.

This partnership is dedicated to ensuring that every Filipino basketball fan enjoys an exceptional and entertaining FIBA World Basketball Cup experience.

ArenaPlus firmly believes in providing kababayan’s with the best and world-class basketball experience they truly deserve.

Its goal is to bring heightened excitement and top-quality basketball entertainment to kababayan’s, fostering connections within communities and spreading joy throughout the nation.

Total Gamezone Xtreme Inc. President Rafael Jasper Vicencio guarantees the best quality betting experience.

“We assure you that we will add more hype and escalate your FIBA experience. Together with our first athlete endorser, who is present here today, Scottie Thompson, you already know that we only provide quality and best betting entertainment service," said Vicencio.

The brand invites all basketball fans and enthusiasts alike in celebrating the pinnacle of basketball excellence at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, taking place in August and September 2023.

ArenaPlus expressed excitement in making history and forging basketball memories that will be treasured by fans for years to come. (SPONSORED CONTENT)
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Enjoy all-day casual gaming with newly-launched vivo Y36

Cebu Sun.Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 09:25

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - The mobile gaming market has seen a drastic transformation. Tap-and-swipe games are now considered outdated as mobile games now provide more interaction and experience. Demand for advancements in numerous gadgets, including smartphones, has significantly increased.

vivo developers have been attempting to completely eliminate the distinction between mobile gaming, computer gaming, and console gaming as more games now support a multi-platform experience.

With high hopes, the brand has aimed to raise the bar for what a midrange mobile device is capable of. As a result, it came up with its newest phone, the vivo Y36.

With augmented hardware and software, vivo Y36 makes significant advancements in many areas of the smartphone device.

Enjoy uninterrupted gaming

Gamers and avid vivo users can now enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience with vivo Y36. The phone has a massive 5000mAh battery that can last for hours - truly perfect for rank and casual games!

Also, they do not need to worry about the battery draining as it has a 44W flash charging feature that can power up the phone up to 30 percent in just 15 minutes. Securing victories, again and again, is more fun with vivo Y36.

No more lags and glitches when you play

Each gamer's most dreaded fears are unexpected lags and glitches as they reduce their chances of winning.

vivo Y36 has 8 gigabytes (GB) of RAM and is equipped with the Turbo Memory Booster, which includes up to 8GB extended RAM, Interface Preserver, and RAM Saver. With these features, say goodbye to lags and glitches.

Also, users do not need to worry about downloading too many games with the phone's 256GB storage that is expandable up to 1 terabyte (TB) using a micro-SD card.

What’s more, vivo Y36 is packed with Multi-Turbo 5.5 and Ultra Game Mode feature which magnify the phone’s gaming performance when you need it.

Awesome screen display and gaming sampling rate

The screen is an essential part of a smartphone as it is what the users engage the most. A high-end screen improves the user experience, especially in gaming.

Well, this is not a problem with vivo Y36!

vivo integrated a 6.64-inch Full HD+ dotch display on their Y36 unit to effectively offer users a more immersive and smoother visual experience.

It is also equipped with a 240 hertz (Hz) gaming sampling rate and 90Hz refresh rate to provide vivo users and gamers with an opportunity to speed up as well as be quick at controls like aiming, shooting, etc.

Overall, vivo Y36 is a device capable of bringing customers a smooth and seamless gaming experience.

Available in two colorways, Glitter Aqua, and Meteor Black, customers can now purchase the vivo Y36 4G (8GB + 256GB) for only Php 12,999 at vivo Philippine's official website, e-stores such as Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok, as well as physical stores nationwide. (SPONSORED CONTENT)

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Watch: Hundreds of baby seahorses released in Sydney Harbour

BBC Asia News - Fri, 2023-07-21 09:05
Scientists release a record number of an endangered species into the wild to boost numbers.
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Popular mayor Hou Yu-ih stumbles in bid to lead Taiwan

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 09:05
July 21, 2023 9:05 AM

Mr Hou is set to be officially confirmed as the KMT’s candidate at a party congress on Sunday.

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Deals on wheels: Housing prices drive young Chinese into RV living

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 08:45
July 21, 2023 8:45 AM

More young people in major cities have sought alternative living arrangements due to high property prices.

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Statement by Mr. Antonio Pedro at the African Union Executive Council, Forty-Third Ordinary Session

Philippines Times - Fri, 2023-07-21 08:28

African Union - Executive Council

Forty-Third Ordinary Session

Statement by Antonio Pedro

Acting Executive Secretary United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)

Thursday 13 June 2023

Nairobi, Kenya

 

His Excellency Dr Alfred Mutua, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs

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LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness

Philippines Star - Fri, 2023-07-21 08:22
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology raised on June 8 the status of Mayon Volcano in Albay to Alert Level 3 after it showed an “increased tendency towards a hazardous eruption.”
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Blinken to visit Tonga, New Zealand, Australia from July 24

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 07:45
July 21, 2023 7:45 AM

Mr Blinken will discuss regional security and cooperation and attend the Fifa Women’s World Cup.

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North Korea threatens nuclear response after US submarine deployment

SCMP Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 07:33
The arrival of the US vessel at a South Korean port may fall under conditions for the use of atomic weapons under a new law, Pyongyang’s defence minister says.
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Mounting US worries over missing soldier after silence from North Korea

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 07:00
July 21, 2023 7:00 AM

Washington says Pyongyang had a history of mistreating captured Americans.

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Indonesia arrests 12 for human trafficking in illegal organ trade

Straits Times Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 06:55
July 21, 2023 6:55 AM

They were accused of trafficking 122 people to Cambodia to sell their kidneys.

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India’s ‘shameful’ parading of naked women in Manipur condemned by Modi, promises tough action

SCMP Asian News - Fri, 2023-07-21 06:00
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the alleged sexual assault of women in Manipur state in his first comments on ethnic clashes that killed 125 people after a social media video showing the assaults triggered massive outrage.
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Rome's Anti-Migration Summit Exposes Europe's Growing Disregard for Rights

Philippines Times - Fri, 2023-07-21 05:30

The controversial "Team Europe" deal with Tunisia's autocratic leader, Kais Saied, set a new low in the European Union's efforts to

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