Day: October 1, 2025

IPO-bound Maynilad bags pioneering Green Equity label
MANILA, Philippines — Water utility concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. bagged the first Philippine Green Equity label as regulators seek to deepen the local capital market by attracting more investors toward sustainability initiatives. In a letter to Maynilad on Sept. 26, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) markets and securities regulation department confirmed that the water

Gold prices hit record high as US government shuts down
Gold prices hit a record high on Wednesday, fueled by fears of the impact of US government shutdown and weak labor data.

2026 Honda ADV 350 breaks cover: Check top features
Honda has unveiled the 2026 model year (MY2026) of its popular ADV 350 maxi-scooter in Europe.

US gov’t enters shutdown as Congress fails to reach funding deal
WASHINGTON, United States — The US government began shutting down after midnight Wednesday as lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to break a budget impasse during acrimonious talks that hinged on Democratic demands for health care funding. It is the first shutdown since the longest in history — lasting 35 days — almost seven years ago,
Colombia unveils new ‘Miranda’ rifle to replace Israeli Galil
The rifle is made of 85% nationally manufactured components, with the goal being to reach full domestic manufacturing capabilities over the next few years.

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent
The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has unanimously decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted India’s steady growth, easing inflation, and stable monetary stance

PBA welcomes Titan Ultra Giant Risers after NorthPort sale
MANILA, Philippines–The PBA officially approved Pureblends Corporation’s purchase of the NorthPort franchise, with the team to be known as the Titan Ultra Giant Risers. Official schedules and rosters for the upcoming 50th season revealed the new team’s official name, which had been an open secret for weeks even when the sale was still pending league

Big Rule Changes From October 1, From UPI To Rail Booking – What’s New & How It Will Impact You?
Several important rule changes came into effect from October 1, 2025, including updates to UPI, train booking, pensions, postal services, and LPG prices. These changes will affect daily life directly.
The New York Times
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- Spanish Woman Scorned, Then Loved, for Botched Fresco Restoration Dies at 94 2025 年 12 月 30 日 Amelia Nierenberg