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Hemodialysis Coverage to P1-M

PhilHealth Increases Hemodialysis Coverage to P1-M per year

MANILA — In a significant move to alleviate the financial strain on chronic kidney disease patients, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has announced...
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Businesses, Lawmakers Push Back Against Hong Kong’s Proposed Tobacco Control

A wave of opposition is mounting against Hong Kong's proposed tobacco-control policies, as businesses and several lawmakers warn that a complete ban on menthol,...
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Hong Kong’s Epic Cycling Event Draws Thousands of Enthusiasts

HONG KONG - Tens of thousands of cyclists from around the world descended on the bustling city of Hong Kong on Sunday for the...
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Ethnic Minority Care Teams Bridge Cultural Divides in Hong Kong

In the bustling city of Hong Kong, Kiran Fatima’s multilingual abilities are not just a skill set but a lifeline for many. As a...
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Filipinos Spared in Deadly Beirut Air Raids, Officials Say

MANILA - The Philippine government reported Saturday that no Filipino nationals were harmed in the latest air strikes conducted by the Israeli military in...
Death Of Filipino Nurse In Abu Dhabi Under Investigation

Mysterious Death of Filipino Nurse in Abu Dhabi Sparks Probe, Family Demands Answers

MANILA - The death of 32-year-old Filipino nurse Reyna Jane Ancheta, who was found dead on a highway in Abu Dhabi after going missing...
Dragon Boat Festival in Hong Kong v2

Asian Dragon Boat Championships Make a Splash in Hong Kong After 28-Year Hiatus

HONG KONG - The 15th Asian Dragon Boat Championships returned to Hong Kong's shores on Friday, drawing hundreds of participants from across Asia for...
Florida Reels from Dual Hurricane Strikes as Milton Batters State

Florida Reels from Dual Hurricane Strikes as Milton Batters State

SARASOTA, Fla. - Hurricane Milton churned across Florida on Thursday after pummeling the state as a powerful Category 3 storm, compounding the misery from...
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3-Month-Old baby in Critical Condition Awaits Heart Transplant

HONG KONG - The Hong Kong Hospital Authority is urgently pleading with the public to consider organ donation, as a 3-month-old baby girl battles...
South Korean author Han Kang wins literature Nobel

South Korean Author Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature

STOCKHOLM — South Korean author Han Kang has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, the Swedish Academy announced on Thursday. The prestigious...