MANILA, Philippines – The net inflows of foreign direct investments (FDI) into the Philippines shrank by 23 percent to $9.2 billion in 2022, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. BSP data show that net FDI inflows decreased from $12 billion in 2021 as both lending and equity capital from overseas dropped last year. A slight increase in reinvestment of earnings was not enough to offset such decreases. 'Notwithstanding the country's sustained growth momentum, FDI net inflows decreased in 2022 due to the extended global slowdown and high inflation, which adversely affected investor decisions,' the BSP said.

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Metallurgical Co. of China Ltd. ( OTCMKTS:MLLUY – Get Rating ) was the target of a large growth in short interest during the month of March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totalling 1,200 shares, a growth of 1,100.0% from the March 15th total of 100 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 2,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 0.4 days. Metallurgical Co. of China Stock Performance Shares of OTCMKTS MLLUY remained flat at $4.74 during mid-day trading on Friday.

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WASHINGTON — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, whose impassioned battles over pandemic lockdowns and divisive cultural issues have endeared him to conservatives, will announce on Wednesday he is seeking the Republican presidential nomination, placing him on a collision course with former President Donald Trump. DeSantis will make the announcement on Twitter during a discussion with Twitter CEO Elon Musk, DeSantis' political team confirmed. At the same time, he will file a document with the Federal Election Commission declaring his candidacy.

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MALE, Maldives (AP) — Jailed former Maldives President Abdulla Yameen was transferred from prison to house arrest on Sunday, fulfilling the campaign promise of his party candidate who won the presidential election runoff. Yameen is serving a prison term for bribery and money laundering during his presidency from 2013 to 2018. His transfer has been ordered by outgoing President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih at the request of President-Elect Mohamed Muiz. Muiz will be taking oath on Nov. 17. The elections commission on Sunday released the formal results of Saturday's runoff, which showed 54.

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Sub-Saharan African migrants camp outside the headquarters of the IOMepaselect epa10753240 A Sub-Saharan African migrant sits at makeshift camp outside the headquarters of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Tunis, Tunisia, 18 July 2023. Dozens of sub-Saharan migrants have been wandering for months between the offices of the High Commissioner for Refugees and those of the IOM demanding to be evacuated to other countries that welcome refugees in Europe. The EU and Tunisia on 16 July signed a 'comprehensive strategic partnership' agreement for better control of migrants embarking for Europe, as well as a readmission of undocumented Tunisians.

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Twenty-two projects and organisations are set to share in more than $442,000 in the latest round of Noosa Council's Environment and Climate Change Grants. "These grants provide the opportunity to collaborate with, and build the capacity of, our local community groups to achieve tangible outcomes and enhance the incredible environmental values of our region," Mayor Clare Stewart said. Over $375,000 will be spent on the Environment Project Grants, Multi-year Environment Collaborative Grants (MEC) and Environment Organisation Alliance Grants in the 2023/2024 financial year.

https://www.miragenews.com/council-grants-to-boost-environmental-and-1047661/

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BABB ( BAX ) traded 5.1% higher against the U.S. dollar during the one day period ending at 15:00 PM ET on June 21st. In the last week, BABB has traded up 11.8% against the U.S. dollar. BABB has a total market capitalization of $20.51 million and approximately $300,159.33 worth of BABB was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One BABB token can currently be purchased for approximately $0.0003 or 0.00000001 BTC on exchanges. Here's how similar cryptocurrencies have performed in the last 24 hours: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 5.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/21/babb-hits-market-capitalization-of-20-51-million-bax.html

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As people in Canada and around the world face the devastating realities of climate change-from wildfires to floods to heatwaves-this is the moment to raise our ambition on climate action. Today, during the Climate Ambition Summit at the United Nations, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, were joined by other world leaders to affirm their commitment to carbon pricing and call for its expansion in order to accelerate global climate action and decarbonization.

https://www.miragenews.com/canada-gains-allies-in-global-carbon-pricing-1088918/

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Touchstone Climate Transition ETF ( OTCMKTS:HEAT – Get Free Report )'s stock price passed above its two hundred day moving average during trading on Friday . The stock has a two hundred day moving average of $0.00 and traded as high as $23.46. Touchstone Climate Transition ETF shares last traded at $23.46, with a volume of 13 shares. Touchstone Climate Transition ETF Stock Performance The firm's 50-day moving average price is $22.95. A hedge fund recently bought a new stake in Touchstone Climate Transition ETF stock.

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StockNews.com assumed coverage on shares of Saga Communications ( NYSE:SGA – Get Rating ) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday morning. The brokerage issued a hold rating on the stock. Saga Communications Price Performance Shares of NYSE SGA opened at $20.06 on Thursday. The stock has a market cap of $122.83 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.65 and a beta of 0.36. Saga Communications has a 12 month low of $20.00 and a 12 month high of $29.75. ( Get Rating ) Saga Communications, Inc operates as a broadcasting company, which engages in the acquisition, development, and operation of broadcast properties.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/21/stocknews-com-begins-coverage-on-saga-communications-nysesga.html

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Kristalina Georgieva (Photo: Boris Baldinger/World Economic Forum/dpa) FRANKFURT, June 17 (Bernama-UPI) -- Economic policies in the European Union (EU) should remain restrictive enough to control consumer-level inflation, the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said a day after the European Central Bank (ECB) hiked rates, reported UPI. Inflation has started to decline from historically high levels, but is still well above target, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said.

https://www.bernama.com/en/world/news.php?id=2198929

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Architects + Engineers Basketball Club (AEBC) Sixth Corporate Cup hoop wars will resume with six exciting matches over the weekend at the Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) gymnasium in Barangay Punta Princesa in Cebu City. On Saturday, May 13, three games will be played. The highly-ranked United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Cebu Sinclair Paints and the UAP-Sugbo Build It will try to earn their fourth win in the tournament. Both teams have three wins and one defeat in their respective records.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/504060/aebc-cup-six-teams-resume-hoop-wars-in-don-bosco-gym

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AdvisorNet Financial Inc lowered its stake in SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust ( NYSEARCA:DIA – Free Report ) by 18.9% during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 2,229 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock after selling 521 shares during the period. AdvisorNet Financial Inc's holdings in SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust were worth $766,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

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To celebrate NAIDOC week, the NSW Government Saving our Species program and Snowy Monaro Regional Council partnered with Aboriginal artist Gail Neuss to run a series of art workshops across the Monaro region. NSW Department of Planning and Environment Community Engagement Officer Melanie Sim said the workshops brought wonderful groups of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people together to create art and talk about caring for Country. 'In Cooma and Michelago, local women were invited to paint their impressions of the Monaro, with photos of local threatened species, including the earless dragon and mauve burr-daisy, on the walls around them to inspire ideas,' said Ms Sim.

https://www.miragenews.com/monaro-art-workshops-spark-conversations-on-1042514/

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IndiGG ( INDI ) traded down 1.2% against the US dollar during the 1 day period ending at 23:00 PM Eastern on June 4th. During the last seven days, IndiGG has traded down 1.7% against the US dollar. One IndiGG token can currently be bought for approximately $0.0180 or 0.00000067 BTC on exchanges. IndiGG has a market capitalization of $123.60 million and approximately $42,239.82 worth of IndiGG was traded on exchanges in the last day. Here's how related cryptocurrencies have performed during the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/04/indigg-indi-trading-down-1-7-this-week.html

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The Dallas Cowboys were mere seconds away from losing Caleb Downs to the Miami Dolphins at the 2026 NFL Draft. Their strategic move up from the No. 12 overall pick was all about guaranteeing Downs’ selection. After all, he has the potential to become a key piece of the team’s defense and help them move […]The post Cowboys’ Plan To Draft Caleb Downs Was Seconds Away From Backfiring Before Dolphins Trade appeared first on EssentiallySports.

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MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Independence Day reiterated that the Philippines is still fighting for different liberties, ranging from national sovereignty from foreign powers to freedom from issues within the country like poverty. Opposition leader Sen. Risa Hontiveros said that Independence Day is a reminder of the Philippine ancestors who had made sacrifices for freedom. 'What ignited our fight for independence then are the same battles we are waging now. Today, we are also making a stand for a more just and equitable society.

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