SEMARANG, Indonesia : Indonesia has expressed interest in joining the BRICS group of major emerging economies, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, a move experts believe could have benefits, but repercussions too. Deputy Trade Minister Jerry Sambuaga told reporters on Friday (Aug 18) that joining the group could result in new trade opportunities given the group's diverse geographical locations and massive population. 'The interest is there, the potential is clear, and the opportunity is up for grabs,' said Jerry on the sidelines of the 55th Asean Economic Ministers' (AEM) Meeting in Semarang, Central Java.

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US-NK-peace treatyU.S. focused on threats posed by N. Korea rather than peace treaty: KritenbrinkBy Byun Duk-kun WASHINGTON, July 18 (Yonhap) -- The United States is currently focused on dealing with the threat posed by North Korea's nuclear and missile development programs instead of formally ending the 1950-53 Korean War with a peace treaty, a senior state department official said Tuesday. Daniel Kritenbrink, assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, also insisted that the U.

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Written by: Amy R. Remo It is poised to usher in a new era of modernization for Manila Chinatown. This rising landmark of progress is the only remaining premium and modern office space for sale in Binondo. Rising to become the tallest, newest, and most innovative Grade A office building in this bustling district, the 45-story One Financial Center presents modern business spaces conducive to growth and expansion, owing to its cutting-edge features and strategic location. This premium grade office, which is being developed by Anchor Land Holdings Inc.

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Riverview Capital Advisers LLC grew its stake in Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF ( NYSEARCA:VO – Get Rating ) by 1.0% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 50,256 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 510 shares during the period. Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF makes up about 5.5% of Riverview Capital Advisers LLC's holdings, making the stock its 5th biggest holding. Riverview Capital Advisers LLC's holdings in Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF were worth $10,243,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Tennessee state Rep. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville, right, is hugged by Rep. Jason Powell, D-Nashville, center, during an event to announce her candidacy for the U.S. Senate during an event Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

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BACK ON THEIR FEET Nora Sarmiento, 51, a resident of San Antonio, Zambales, ignores the rain as she starts cleaning the family's flood-soaked belongings on Tuesday. Her village of San Miguel was hit by heavy flooding when Typhoon 'Egay' (Doksuri) battered central and northern Luzon early this week. —JOANNA ROSE AGLIBOT SAN ANTONIO, ZAMBALES — Jemmy Sarmiento, 70, and his family have been cleaning up their home in Barangay San Miguel here for almost a week now after it was submerged in floodwater due to the heavy rainfall spawned by Typhoon 'Egay' (international name: Doksuri), which battered central and northern Luzon last week.

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Needham & Company LLC reaffirmed their buy rating on shares of FARO Technologies ( NASDAQ:FARO – Free Report ) in a research report sent to investors on Thursday morning, Benzinga reports. Needham & Company LLC currently has a $20.00 target price on the scientific and technical instruments company's stock. FARO has been the topic of several other research reports. Robert W. Baird dropped their price objective on shares of FARO Technologies from $32.00 to $21.00 in a report on Friday, May 5th.

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Khalifa bin Sheail al-Kuwari’s globetrotting purebred Arabian Lady Princess (GeneralxNacree Al Maury) recorded her seventh Gr.1 success with an excellent

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Foster Group Inc. lowered its position in The Procter & Gamble Company ( NYSE:PG – Free Report ) by 0.9% in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 9,140 shares of the company's stock after selling 87 shares during the period. Foster Group Inc.'s holdings in Procter & Gamble were worth $1,387,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Silicon Valley Capital Partners bought a new position in shares of Procter & Gamble in the 4th quarter valued at about $28,000.

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(Reuters) – The United Airlines Holdings Inc pilots union has unanimously voted to authorize a strike vote, the union chair said in a letter to pilots on Friday. 'You'll receive more communication regarding this impending strike vote in the coming days,' the letter says. A spokesman for the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) said it has not yet set a date for the strike vote. This action comes months after pilots at Delta Air Lines ratified a contract that includes over $7 billion in cumulative increases in pay and benefits over four years.

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Spirit Airlines ( NASDAQ:SAVE – Get Rating ) was upgraded by equities researchers at StockNews.com from a 'sell' rating to a 'hold' rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Saturday. Spirit Airlines Price Performance About Spirit Airlines ( Get Rating ) Spirit Airlines, Inc provides airline services. The company provides front seats, including wider seats with extra legroom, carry-on and checked baggage, assigned seats, travel insurance, and onboard beverages and snacks, as well as hotels, cars, vacation packages, and cruises services.

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dailies-editorials (1)(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on Aug. 28)Ballooning household debtPolicymakers must tighten loan conditions amid signs of recovery in property market South Korea's growth momentum is weakening. The real income of households is dropping, even as their debt is mounting. The economic debacle of China, which is the country's biggest trading partner, is deepening. Although both the nation's internal and external economic situations face more and more obstacles, there is one strangely upbeat sector here: the real estate market, where speculative investors sense property prices are close to hitting their bottom.

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Blue crab trap closure for Wakulla through Hernando counties starts July 20 Recreational and commercial blue crab traps must be removed from some waters of Florida's west coast before July 20, the first day of a 10-day trap closure. Blue crab traps may not be in state waters (shore to 3 nautical miles, including intracoastal waterways) waters of Wakulla through Hernando counties including all waters of the Ochlockonee River and Bay from July 20-29. These closures will give groups authorized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) the opportunity to identify and retrieve lost and abandoned blue crab traps from the water.

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The Chinese military has released images of an intercontinental ballistic missile it test-fired the previous day, with observers saying it was likely a Dongfeng...

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Soros Fund Management LLC grew its stake in shares of Cboe Global Markets, Inc. ( BATS:CBOE – Get Rating ) by 340.2% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 262,800 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 203,100 shares during the quarter. Soros Fund Management LLC's holdings in Cboe Global Markets were worth $32,974,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently made changes to their positions in CBOE.

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DAVAO CITY–Police have arrested a suspect in the shooting of four persons here on Sunday, authorities said. Allan Mirafuentes Coronial, 43, a company driver, was collared hours after opening fire at his neighbors using a cal. 45 pistol during a tumultuous Sunday afternoon at Purok (Community) 4, Bayview, Km. 11, Barangay (Village) Sasa, according to Maj. Catherine Dela Rey, Davao City Police Office spokesperson. Dela Rey identified the victims as Anthony Narvasa, 21, single; Crisanto Varela, 45, a married factory worker; Andres Delgado, 58, a barangay tanod (village watchman); and Rommel Tanting, 19, single.

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In the last year, Yarra City Council has contributed $54,000 towards local social housing and homelessness services as part of its community grants program. As part of its Council Plan , Yarra is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities to participate in community life, and making sure all residents feel empowered, safe and included. Yarra's community grants program directly contributes to this goal with dedicated funding streams to support the valuable work undertaken by local not-for-profits building social inclusion, supporting social justice and strengthening our local communities.

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