Build up or lock out: How Melbourne’s housing ‘success’ is set to divide voters

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 11, 2026

Compared to other capital cities, Melbourne’s property market is a success story. But the Coalition wants to axe Labor’s controversial activity centres in favour of other solutions.

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NBI files graft raps vs CHR chair, 3 others

Oct 11, 2026

NBI files graft raps vs CHR chair, 3 others

MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation on Friday filed a complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman against Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Chair Richard Palpal-latoc and three others for allegedly claiming travel allowances for a monthlong overseas seminar that was already funded by a donor. The other subjects of the complaint were

PhilHealth warns vs fake accreditation assistance

Oct 11, 2026

PhilHealth warns vs fake accreditation assistance

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) has warned healthcare providers and the public against online posts and advertisements offering assistance to secure or expedite accreditation with the state insurer. PhilHealth said it had not authorized any third party to facilitate or speed up the accreditation process on its behalf. “PhilHealth has not

Recto to agencies: Procure early for ‘super’ El Niño

Oct 11, 2026

Recto to agencies: Procure early for ‘super’ El Niño

MANILA, Philippines — Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has directed government agencies to accelerate public spending and begin early procurement for 2027 programs, particularly those aimed at preparing the country for the anticipated “super” El Niño. “We have one more quarter to improve spending for the year. Let’s get our acts together in the fourth quarter,”

Calabarzon workers get P45 wage hike

Oct 11, 2026

Calabarzon workers get P45 wage hike

MANILA, Philippines — More than 1.56 million minimum wage earners in Calabarzon region are expected to benefit from a daily wage increase of up to P45 starting Oct. 26, following the approval of a new wage order by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB 4A). Under Wage Order No. IVA-23, the maximum P45

OFW count, remittances fall in two straight quarters of 2025

Oct 11, 2026

OFW count, remittances fall in two straight quarters of 2025

MANILA, Philippines — Fewer Filipinos worked abroad in April to September 2025, as remittances covering that period also declined compared with a year earlier, according to preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). In its latest Survey on Overseas Filipinos, the PSA said the number of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) fell by 6.3 percent

PNP probes if seized Laos drugs bound for Manila

Oct 11, 2026

PNP probes if seized Laos drugs bound for Manila

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police is verifying claims by foreign authorities that 521 kilograms of “shabu” (crystal meth) seized in Laos early this month was bound for Manila, saying there is no hard evidence yet linking the Philippines to the illegal cargo despite its reported transport by a Filipino passenger. PNP spokesperson Col.

Fear grows among Semirara folk over coal industry’s future

Oct 11, 2026

Fear grows among Semirara folk over coal industry’s future

ILOILO CITY — The threat of mass layoffs is stirring fears that go well beyond the workplace. Behind every possible job loss is a household facing bills it may no longer be able to pay, a small store at risk of losing its customers, and a student wondering whether the dream of finishing school will

This week’s milestones: Oct. 11 to Oct. 17

Oct 11, 2026

This week’s milestones: Oct. 11 to Oct. 17

Oct. 11, 2024 The Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) opened the country’s first drive-thru post office in Davao City. In line with the city’s goal of improving vehicular flow and alleviating traffic around the Davao City Central Post Office, the drive-thru service provides a more accessible and time-efficient option for the convenience of the mailing public.

Budget 2027: Tax measures to benefit M40, boost investment - audit firm

Oct 11, 2026

Budget 2027: Tax measures to benefit M40, boost investment - audit firm

PwC Malaysia lauds expanded personal tax relief, Global Services Hub incentive enhancements, among others.

Asia's richest country offers haze treatment subsidies as air quality deteriorates

Oct 11, 2026

Asia's richest country offers haze treatment subsidies as air quality deteriorates

Singapore will activate haze-related medical subsidies on Monday, capping treatment costs at S$10 (US$7.82) for eligible patients as worsening air quality raises health concerns.

Xung đột tại Trung Đông: Liên quân Saudi Arabia cảnh báo đáp trả Houthi

Oct 11, 2026

Xung đột tại Trung Đông: Liên quân Saudi Arabia cảnh báo đáp trả Houthi

Ngày 11/10, liên quân do Saudi Arabia dẫn đầu tại Yemen tuyên bố sẽ đáp trả sau vụ tấn công nhằm vào sân bay quốc tế King Khalid ở thủ đô Riyadh khiến 12 người thiệt mạng và 309 người bị thương. Mỹ và châu Âu khuyến cáo đi lại sau vụ tấn công sân bay của Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia đặt điều kiện ngừng bắn với lực lượng Houthi Liên quân Saudi Arabia tuyên bố phá hủy 82 mục tiêu Houthi tại Yemen

Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh với đối mặt nguy cơ ngập kép do mưa lớn và triều cường

Oct 11, 2026

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