Journalist Juan Jumalon, also known as DJ Johnny Walker, was shot by unidentified assailants while broadcasting from his home.
Philippines to debut short-selling for traders after 27-year wait
A total of 52 stocks and one exchange-traded fund, including all the equities on the benchmark gauge, will be available for short-selling on Monday.
From Israel to India, America’s illiberal allies are hurting its moral standing
Bound by a democracy vs autocracy rhetoric, Biden has embraced the leaders of Israel and India despite serious human rights concerns, making the US liable to allegations of hypocrisy.
South China Sea: Kishida says Japan cooperating with Philippines, US amid Beijing tensions
The Philippines and Japan have taken a strong line against what they see as aggressive behaviour by Chinese vessels amid decades-old disputes over maritime sovereignty.
Pakistan speeds up Afghans’ repatriation as deadline expires
Facilities at the main northwestern border crossing of Torkham have been increased three times to cater for the rising number of returnees.
FCA’s ‘money mules’ review flags AML focus areas for payment account providers
A recent review by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of payment account providers and their efforts to combat so-called ‘money mule’ activity has uncovered a number of areas that require further attention within the industry.
AI safety risk testing regime agreed at safety summit
Artificial intelligence (AI) models being developed by some of the world’s leading technology companies will be examined by government officials to make sure their use will not cause national security, safety or other societal harms, under a landmark new agreement.
TCFD progress report on climate-related financial disclosures ‘encouraging’
The conclusions of a new study on the progress of international efforts to encourage businesses to disclose climate-related financial information are encouraging, according to two climate risk and sustainable finance experts.
Japan, Philippines to boost defence ties amid China’s growing military presence in region
Japan and the Philippines have been seeking to boost trilateral defence ties with the US over China’s construction of islands with military infrastructure in nearby waters.
Israel-Gaza war: flashlights and patients in corridors – how an Indonesian hospital is struggling to function amid bombings
The Indonesian Hospital in Gaza, built in 2011 with US$8 million in donations from Indonesians, is running low on supplies as bodies pile up amid a manpower shortage.
