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IMF helps members tackle 'modern risks'
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is updating its Financial Sector Assessment Program (FSAP) to help member countries protect their financial systems against modern threats, including AI, cyberattacks, rising…
NBA preview: Wembanyama, Spurs eye bounce-back season after Finals loss
Team preview of the San Antonio Spurs ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 62-20, lost to New York in NBA Finals. Coach: Mitch Johnson (3rd season, 159-94). Season opener: Oct. 20 vs. Oklahoma City…
Rayong sweep uncovers 'unlicensed' karaoke spots
A raid on four karaoke venues in Rayong found that all were operating without entertainment licences, while two were suspected of concealing prostitution, the Interior Ministry said on Saturday.
NBA preview: Devin Booker, Suns look to build on last season’s success
Team preview of the Phoenix Suns ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 45-37, lost to Oklahoma City in first round of playoffs. Coach: Jordan Ott (2nd season, 45-37). Season opener: Oct. 21 at Portland…
La Union replacing typhoon-damaged hanging bridge in Balaoan
CALASIAO, Pangasinan — The provincial government of La Union will build a 96-meter bridge in Barangay Bungol in Balaoan to replace a hanging bridge destroyed by Typhoon Emong (international name: Co-May) in July 2025…
Spikers’ Turf: FEU puts V-League heartbreak behind with AEP sweep
MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University-DN Steel swept the AEP Cabstars, 25-23, 25-17, 25-17, to jumpstart its 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on Saturday at FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. Dryx…
MRTA to review Hat Yai's monorail
The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) plans to review Hat Yai's monorail project next year, aiming to update a decade-old study to reflect new conditions and lessons from the 2025 major floods.
Sen. Mark Villar pushes tax credits for businesses granting senior, PWD discounts
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Mark Villar is pushing for a measure that seeks to grant tax credits to establishments granting mandatory discounts to senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs), promoting a…
Ministry eyes illegal dumping
The Industry Ministry is pushing to establish dedicated recycling industrial estates to manage growing volumes of solar panel and electric vehicle (EV) battery waste, while tightening controls on hazardous industrial…
NBA preview: Jazz enter new season with fresh additions, much to prove
Team preview of the Utah Jazz ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 22-60, missed playoffs. Coach: Will Hardy (fifth season, 107-221). Season opener: Oct. 21 vs. Memphis. Departures: C Walker Kessler…
