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No additional requirements needed for ‘Zero Billing’ – DOH
Inquirer
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August 3, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) has clarified that there are no additional requirements that Filipinos need to accomplish for the “Zero Billing” policy in 87 DOH-run hospitals across the country. READ: ‘Zero-billing’ in 87 DOH...
Shiels: Observing mega-wealth and luxury in action on St. Bart’s Shell Beach Michael Patrick Shiels
Lansing State Journal - Michigan
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Columnist Michael Patrick Shiels visited St. Barts via the luxurious Crystal Serenity cruise ship. Shell Beach, composed of crushed shells, offers a beautiful but pricey experience, as evidenced by the high cost of a bottle of water. I wandered...
Schengen upgrade: Easier EU access for UAE travellers
Gulf News
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Dubai: Planning a trip to France, Italy, Germany or anywhere else in Europe’s Schengen zone? From October 12, 2025, your entry into these countries will look very different. That’s when the European Union officially launches its Entry/Exit System...
How to Maximize Business Travel in Entertainment City: 5 Easy Ways
Out of Town Blog
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July 30, 2025
Today’s business travel extends beyond just catching flights and attending meetings; it’s about maintaining your health, staying connected, and remaining productive. Located just 8 minutes from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminals,...
Urgent Foreign Office alert for Brits travelling to 17 countries post major earthquake
The Mirror
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July 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has issued an urgent warning for 17 countries, urging travellers to heed local authority advice. A colossal earthquake, registering at a staggering 8.8 magnitude, has rocked Russia's far east, triggering tsunami waves across...
WATCH: The Manila Times Newscast | July 30, 2025
The Manila Times
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July 30, 2025
Welcome to The Manila Times where we bring you stories that shape our world. Today is July 30th. Our top story: The trust and performance ratings of President Marcos have bounced back in the second quarter. That’s according to the latest survey by...
Embassy urges Chinese nationals in Philippines to stay away from coast after 8.8-magnitude quake hit Kamchatka Peninsula
Global Times
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Latest news The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines released a statement on Wednesday, urging Chinese nationals and tourists in relevant areas to immediately stay away from the coast, make emergency preparations, and ensure personal safety,...
LTO-7 to strictly enforce ‘No Plate, No Travel’ policy
Cebu Daily News
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July 30, 2025
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO Region 7) will begin stricter enforcement of the “No Plate, No Travel” policy starting mid-August. In line with this, the agency is urging all vehicle owners—including...
Filipinos in Cambodia urged to exercise caution
Inquirer
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July 29, 2025
Cambodians sit on a tractor as they take refuge in Wat Tham Kambar in Oddar Meanchey province, Cambodia, Friday, July 25, 2025, as Thai and Cambodian soldiers have clashed along the border between their countries in a major escalation. —AP...
Metro Manila Subway partial operations remain uncertain
Business World
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July 30, 2025
THE Department of Transportation (DoTr) is working to start the partial operations of the Metro Manila Subway by 2028, although the target remained uncertain as the project’s completion encountered delays. “We are pushing for partial operations;...
V-GREEN and GSM Philippines sign strategic partnership with MERALCO to promote EV infrastructure development in the Philippines
The Slovenia Times
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July 30, 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 July 2025 - V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corporation (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (Green GSM Philippines) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of...
Birmingham tourist 'hid in hills' amid Hawaii tsunami warning after Russia earthquake
Birmingham Live
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July 30, 2025
A Birmingham holidaymaker said tourists 'hid high up in the hills' after a tsunami warning sounded at their hotel. Sam, from the city, was in Hawaii when a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia triggered warnings across the Pacific today,...
Trump: No amnesty for illegal aliens
Philstar
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August 2, 2025
People are very much aware and concerned about Trump’s immigration policies. Even naturalized US citizens are afraid of traveling outside the US, concerned they will be detained upon their return. How much more concerned are lawful permanent...
Whales wash up on Japan beach after enormous 8.8-magnitude earthquake triggers tsunami
Daily Star
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July 30, 2025
Four whales were found beached in Japan following one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. The 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula in the early hours. It is the sixth largest in recorded history, and...
Safety first: Tourists advised to postpone beach trips amid tsunami alert
Politiko
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July 30, 2025
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is urging the public including tourists to avoid beaches and coastal areas in several provinces amid a tsunami alert. The department led by Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco appealed for “extreme caution” to ensure...
Foreign Office issues travel alert for 17 countries after 'one of biggest ever' earthquakes
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has today issued an urgent warning for 17 countries, urging travellers to 'follow advice of local authorities'. One of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded has hit Russia's far east, an 8.8-magnitude tremor that triggered...
Tsunami warning alerts: Is it safe to travel to Hawaii, Japan and Alaska right now?
Time Out
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This morning at 11.24am, one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded, with a magnitude of 8.8, struck eastern Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. It has led to severe damage in nearby areas and widespread tsunami warnings for countries across the...
Tourism now a major economic pillar under Marcos admin – DOT
Inquirer
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July 29, 2025
MANILA, Philippines—In response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call to find livelihood opportunities for unemployed Filipinos, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said it is “ready to help meet the challenge” as it highlighted how tourism has...
Philippines Urges Filipinos In Cambodia, Thailand To Keep Calm As Efforts To Resolve Conflict Continue
Ommcom News
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July 28, 2025
Manila: The Philippine embassies in Cambodia and Thailand have advised Filipinos living there to act cautiously and follow official advice as efforts continue towards the peaceful resolution of the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand....
This Filipino favorite tops USA Today’s best fried chicken list
Inquirer
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July 30, 2025
Photo from Jollibee USA website The Philippines is often dubbed a fried chicken-loving country, so it’s no surprise that Filipinos have passionately crowned Jollibee’s Chickenjoy as their ultimate comfort food. But it’s not just the locals, as...