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Binance founder CZ surpasses Bill Gates on Forbes wealth list
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has overtaken Bill Gates on Forbes' real-time billionaire rankings, with his net worth reaching $107.7 billion as of June 29, placing him 18th globally. The milestone comes as CZ publicly addressed what he sees as the…
S&P cuts Philippines, India growth forecasts on energy crisis
S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday sharply lowered its growth forecasts for the Philippines and India, warning that energy stress from the West Asia conflict is weighing on two of the Asia-Pacific region's most dynamic economies.
Philippines earthquake death toll rises to 37 as rescuers search for survivors
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday morning, killing at least 37 people and injuring hundreds as rescue crews continued to search for survivors on Tuesday.
ICC-wanted senator flees Philippine Senate after gunfire
Philippine Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, escaped the Senate building early Thursday after a dramatic standoff that saw gunfire erupt inside the legislative chamber, sending journalists and staff…
Philippines receives first Michelin stars with nine restaurants honored
The Philippines officially joined the global fine dining map yesterday as the Michelin Guide made its historic debut in the country, awarding stars to nine restaurants during a ceremony at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Newport World Resorts. Helm by…