MANILA, Philippines – Now that we have finally enacted the Enhanced Fiscal Regime for Large-Scale Metallic Mining (under Republic Act No. 12253), I want to explain why I fought so hard for one particular element of this law: transparency.
As governor of Albay, I stood firmly against irresponsible mining. I was a supporter of Alyansa…
https://business.inquirer.net/551622/the-wealth-beneath-our-soil-should-serve-the-filipino-people
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# ソフトバンクホークスの近藤、クライマックスシリーズ（CS）欠場へ 小久保監督「間に合わないと想定」
リーグ2連覇を果たしているソフトバンクホークスは、10月8日に本拠地のみずほペイペイドームで全体練習を再開しました。
54歳の誕生日を迎えた小久保裕紀監督は、外野手・近藤健介のクライマックスシリーズ（CS）欠場を見込んでいることを明かし、「間に合わないと想定している」とコメントしています。
近藤選手の欠場はチームにとって痛手ですが、チームはリーグ優勝に向けて準備を進めています。
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### 野球日本代表にソフトバンクホークス3選手選出
また、野球日本代表にはソフトバンクホークスから3選手が選出されており、11月15日、16日に韓国と対戦する予定です。
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*この記事は有料会員限定となっております。7日間無料トライアル、1日37円で読み放題。年払いプランもご用意しています。*
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https://www.nishinippon.co.jp/item/1409134/
FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) —
A former Wyoming library director who was fired amid an uproar over books with sexual content has become the center of a heated debate on free speech and censorship.
The controversy began when several parents raised concerns about certain titles available to young readers, leading to widespread discussions in the community and local media coverage.
Supporters of the director argue that removing books from library shelves infringes on intellectual freedom, while opponents believe some materials are inappropriate for children.
As the debate continues, the incident highlights broader national conversations about the role of libraries, parental control, and access to information in public spaces.
https://wtop.com/education/2025/10/wyoming-library-director-fired-amid-book-dispute-wins-700000-settlement/
President Trump announced that Israel would begin pulling back troops in the first phase of the agreement.
This development has raised hopes that the two-year war in Gaza may be nearing its end.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10/08/world/israel-hamas-gaza-ceasefire
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Wall Street’s pause from its record-breaking rally didn’t last long. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% on Wednesday, a day after snapping a seven-day winning streak, and set its latest all-time high.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged down by 1 point, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.1% to its own record. Stocks benefiting from the artificial-intelligence boom continued to pull the market higher following a nearly relentless rise since April.
Meanwhile, gold continued its stellar year and pushed further past $4,000 per ounce.
MANILA, Philippines — Finally returning to action, Kat Tolentino is grateful to be able to contribute again to the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL).
Tolentino had been sidelined for most of the year due to a ruptured appendix. Despite the setback, she hardly missed a beat, pouring in 15 points in their hard-fought victory with scores of 33-31, 26-24, 25-23.
https://sports.inquirer.net/643385/pvl-kat-tolentino-savors-return-to-court-for-choco-mucho
DASMARIÑAS, Cavite— Far Eastern University managed to avoid another collapse as they fended off Adamson in an intense match on Wednesday at Dasmariñas Arena. The Lady Tamaraws secured the victory with set scores of 25-13, 25-22, 15-25, and 25-23 in the V-League Women’s Collegiate Challenge.
Despite taking the first two sets, FEU lost steam in the third, dropping it by 10 points. The team also experienced a tense moment when they blew a 23-20 lead in the final set. Nevertheless, their resilience paid off, forcing a winner-take-all Game 3 against Adamson.
https://sports.inquirer.net/643404/v-league-feu-turns-back-adamson-forces-game-3-for-title
Dell Technologies (DELL) shares have been trading higher recently, catching the attention of investors and market analysts alike. Several factors contribute to this upward momentum, signaling confidence in the company’s performance and future prospects.
Firstly, Dell has reported strong quarterly earnings that exceeded market expectations. The company’s revenue growth and profit margins indicate robust operational efficiency and successful execution of its business strategies.
Additionally, Dell’s continued investment in innovation and expansion into new technology segments have positioned it well within the competitive landscape. Their focus on cloud computing, data storage solutions, and advanced IT services resonates with current market demands.
Market sentiment toward the broader technology sector also plays a role. A positive outlook on tech stocks, driven by increased digital transformation trends across industries, supports Dell’s stock performance.
Finally, strategic partnerships and product launches have enhanced investor confidence, highlighting Dell’s commitment to maintaining a leading edge in the technology market.
Overall, the combination of strong financial results, strategic growth initiatives, and favorable market conditions explains why Dell Technologies shares are trading higher.
https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-dell-technologies-dell-shares-170505032.html
NEW YORK, United States — Gold futures soared above $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time Tuesday, as many investors sought a safe place to park their money amid the continuing U.S. government shutdown.
The price for New York spot gold had previously closed at $3,960.60 per troy ounce, which serves as the standard benchmark for gold trading.
https://business.inquirer.net/551473/gold-futures-rise-above-4000-per-ounce-for-the-first-time
