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Inaugural Meeting of the Asian Mind Sports Association Held in Bangkok, Ushering in a New Era for Mind Sports in Asia
The Nation Thailand
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June 19, 2025
At the conference, members of the Executive Committee for the first term (2025–2029) were elected. Gordon Tang, Vice President of the Olympic Council of Asia, was elected as President of the Asian Mind Sports Association. Anmar Ahmadi from...
Neal Cross | Digital’s cultural change | VOX Ep. 94
Digital Finance
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June 19, 2025
Neal Cross is a fintech entrepreneur, investor, and advisor. He spends his time between Australia, Indonesia, and Japan. He served as DBS’s chief innovation officer as the fintech wave hit East Asia. Today he is behind a wealthtech, PictureWealth;...
Culinary stars arrive in Burgas for the World Paella Cup
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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June 19, 2025
On June 21 and 22, the Expo Center "Flora" in the Sea Garden in Burgas will turn into a culinary arena, where the best paella masters from all over Bulgaria will face each other in the national qualifications for the World Paella Day Cup. There...
DOT flags safety index: Philippines not world’s least safe country for travelers
Philippine STAR
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June 19, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines isn’t the most dangerous country for tourists, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said. Frasco criticized HelloSafe for incorrectly naming the Philippines the “least safe” country, initially assigning it a...
Chan waxes hot with solid 64, trails by 1 in Morocco ADT
Philippine STAR
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June 19, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Aidric Chan led a blazing Filipino charge in Morocco, carding a flawless eight-under 64 to trail Thai ace Varanyu Rattanaphiboonkij by just one shot at the start of the Morocco Rising Stars Marrakech, part of the Asian...
8 Best Asian Countries to Live in as a Foreigner: Tax-Friendly Havens
Tempo.co
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June 19, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Asia is synonymous with continued growth and exemplary efforts, as shown in several groundbreaking inventions from powerhouse countries. Over the course of a decade, there are multiple best Asian countries to live in as a...
Luxury Market Faces First Slowdown in 15 Years, Study Estimates 2 to 5% Decrease
WWD - New York
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June 19, 2025
MILAN — Trade wars, geopolitical tensions and the volatility of financial markets on a global scale are impacting luxury spending and the personal luxury goods segment is seeing the first slowdown in 15 years, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic,...
State Department resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to their social media
PBS Frontline
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June 19, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. State Department said Wednesday it is restarting the suspended process for foreigners applying for student visas but all applicants will now be required to unlock their social media accounts for government review. The...
Innisfail’s Filipino community raises money for wheelchairs
Innisfail Province
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June 19, 2025
Thousands of dollars raised at Spring into Giving event to help the needy in the Philippines INNISFAIL – A packed house in the auditorium of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #104 in Innisfail on May 31 has helped raise thousands of dollars to buy...
‘I was the first person to survive rabies without a vaccination’
Metro
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June 19, 2025
15-year-old Jeanna Giese made medical history in 2004 after being bitten by a bat It was a normal Sunday for Jeanna Giese in her hometown of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and began in the same manner as it usually did, with a trip to church with her...
AirAsia Triumphs As World’s Best Low-Cost Airline For 16th Consecutive Year At Skytrax 2025
Hype Malaysia
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June 19, 2025
They’ve won at life! AirAsia has once again been named the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025, marking its 16th consecutive win. This reflects the airline’s strong presence across ASEAN and beyond, with a...
Escape to hope: Jacqui Nguyen's journey from refugee to California leader
KXTV, ABC 10 - California
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Jacqui Nguyen recounts her family's escape from Vietnam, highlighting their pursuit of freedom and the second chance they found in America. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Vietnam War spanned more than 19 years, claiming the lives of over three million...
rep. mike collins addresses healthcare and history on social media
SE Atlanta News - Georgia
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June 19, 2025
Rep. Mike Collins, US Representative for Georgia's 10th District | Official websiteRep. Mike Collins, US Representative for Georgia's 10th District | Official website Rep. Mike Collins, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Georgia's...
'Superman' cast lands in Manila to kick off world tour
The Manila Times
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June 19, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The cast and creators of the highly anticipated film "Superman" touched down in the Philippines on Thursday, June 19, kicking off the "Superman World Tour" with a fan event that drew excited supporters to SM Mall of Asia in...
Trump gives Israel and Iran two-week deadline to broker peace as bombing continues: Live updates
Daily Mail
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June 19, 2025
By ELENA SALVONI and WILL POTTER and OLIVIA ALLHUSEN Published: 05:00 EDT, 19 June 2025 | Updated: 17:51 EDT, 19 June 2025 Donald Trump will decide within the next two weeks whether to launch a military strike on Iran aimed at crippling its...
DSWD ready to help if Filipinos repatriated amid Israel-Iran conflict
Inquirer
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June 20, 2025
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said it was prepared to assist Filipinos in Israel and Iran if the government calls for a mandatory repatriation amid escalating tensions. PHOTO: ARASH KHAMOOSHI/NYTIMES MANILA, Philippines —...
US student visa applications resume with new social media rules
AL.com - Alabama
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June 19, 2025
The U.S. State Department said Wednesday it is restarting the process for foreigners applying for student visas. But all applicants will now be required to unlock their social media accounts for government review. The department said consular...
Philippines SEC lays down rules for crypto service providers
Coingeek
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June 19, 2025
Homepage > News > Business > Philippines SEC lays down rules for crypto service providers The Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally issued its rules governing crypto asset service providers (CASPs), requiring entities...
Philippines rises to top 10 in global Muslim‑friendly travel rankings
Manila Standard
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June 18, 2025
The Philippines has climbed three spots to place eighth among non‑Islamic countries in the 2025 Global Muslim Travel Index, the Department of Tourism announced June 17. This marks a substantial jump from 12th place last year, driven by efforts to...
Jinggoy Estrada to gov’t: Help Filipinos caught in Israel-Iran crossfire
Politiko
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June 19, 2025
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has called on Philippine embassy officials to provide urgent assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) affected by the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. He emphasized the need for...