Photo Credit: NZ Herald NIIGATE, Japan — The Indian-born head of one of Japan’s most famous snack brands has warned that the country must change its mindset and admit more immigrants to get the economy back to the glory of its boom years. Politicians have struggled for years to recover …
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How partnership model is helping small businesses thrive
Weaving communities together Beyond the vibrant displays of crafts and treats, a leading retailer has been quietly revolutionizing the retail landscape for two decades. By building a network of support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and social enterprises, it has empowered communities and provided a platform for small …
Read More »UK officially joins Indo-Pacific trade bloc
Union Jack flags are waved as members of the public stand in the queue as they wait in line to pay their respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II, in London on September 18, 2022. Britain was gearing up Sunday for the momentous state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II as …
Read More »UBS highlights power of women entrepreneurs
UBS Philippines country head Roby Go (leftmost) welcomes (from left) Converge ICT Solutions president and co-founder Marie Grace Uy and Wildflour Group president CEO Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo who were guest speakers at the UBS ‘Women Mean Business’ dialogue session. Joining them were TV host and successful entrepreneur Maiki Oreta, …
Read More »China vows to boost weak consumption
BEIJING — China on Thursday vowed to boost domestic consumption next year, state media said, as leaders grappling with sluggish demand concluded a key economic policy meeting. Top leaders at the meeting, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, vowed to next year implement a “moderately loose” monetary policy, increase social financing …
Read More »Oil prices inch lower on ’25 surplus
FILE PHOTO: A general view of oil drilling equipment on federal land near Fellows, California, U.S., April 15, 2023. REUTERS/Nichola Groom/File Photo SINGAPORE — Oil prices inched lower on Friday as investors focused on a forecast of ample supply and shrugged off expectations of higher demand next year from Chinese …
Read More »Global EV sales hit 3rd straight record high
GLOBAL sales of fully electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose for a seventh consecutive month in November, jumping 32 percent year on year for a third consecutive record high, data from market research firm Rho Motion showed on Friday. China continued to lead sales growth, accounting for almost …
Read More »Millions of Stanley cups recalled in US over burn risk
Stanley Quencher tumblers are displayed on a shelf at a Dick’s Sporting Goods store on Feb. 2, 2024/Getty Images WASHINGTON, D.C. — Fashionable US drinkware brand Stanley on Thursday recalled 2.6 million travel mugs after faulty lids were found to pose a risk of burning users with hot liquid. The …
Read More »Pasay racing festival posts record sales
THE 11th Pasay “The Travel City” Racing Festival last Sunday set record sales at the MetroTurf Racing Complex in Malvar-Tanauan, Batangas. The keenly awaited event, held in conjunction with the Pasay City founding anniversary, recorded a one-day record high of P50,835,742 in sales on Sunday. MetroTurf also set an all-time …
Read More »TD Bank employee arrested and charged in connection with money laundering case
The U.S. Department of Justice says a former TD Bank Group employee has been arrested and charged for allegedly facilitating money laundering at the bank. Former employee, 24, allegedly assisted money laundering network. The U.S. Department of Justice says a former TD Bank Group employee has been arrested and charged …
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