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Kids love making (and eating) this easy noodle soup

Is a noodle obsession a matter of nature or nurture? Lane Li found herself pondering this question when she saw her noodle-loving 11-year-old son, Jackson, reach for a chef’s knife the size of his forearm.

Certainly, knife skills require some nurturing. “Let’s work up to that,” she said, handing him a paring knife instead.
https://www.twincities.com/2025/09/24/kids-love-making-and-eating-this-easy-noodle-soup/

UAAP: Ray Allen Torres’ dagger 3 lifts Adamson, keeps UP winless

MANILA, Philippines—Adamson shrugged off a chaotic fourth quarter and turned to Ray Allen Torres to upset the University of the Philippines, 62-59, securing its first win in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Wednesday.

The game featured numerous questionable calls in the fourth quarter that ultimately led to a 59-all deadlock in the dying seconds, but Adamson managed to hold on and clinch the victory.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641526/uaap-ray-allen-torres-dagger-3-lifts-adamson-keeps-up-winless

BSP seeks clearer rules on seized loan collateral

MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is proposing regulatory changes to ensure there are clear and consistent rules for banks on how to handle personal property taken from delinquent borrowers when enforcing loan collateral.

The central bank is seeking comments on a draft circular that would further align booking rules with the latest regulatory standards.

https://business.inquirer.net/548959/bsp-seeks-clearer-rules-on-seized-loan-collateral

Megawide shares reach 2-year high

MANILA, Philippines – Megawide Construction Corp.’s share price closed at P3.58 each on Wednesday, marking a two-year high. This surge comes after the company raised its dividend policy ceiling and amid expectations that it will triple its profit within the next two years.

Led by tycoon Edgar Saavedra, Megawide ended the trading day as one of the bourse’s top performers.

https://business.inquirer.net/548941/megawide-shares-reach-2-year-high

Asia Cup 2025: Which teams can make the final?

The 2025 Men’s T20 Asia Cup is heating up, with intense competition among the top teams.

India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have emerged as the primary contenders, each fiercely fighting for a spot in the highly anticipated summit clash.

As the tournament progresses, fans can expect thrilling matches and high-stakes encounters between these cricketing powerhouses. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting moments from the Asia Cup!
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/asia-cup-2025-qualification-scenarios-for-final/story

DOF secures legislative backing for P38-B budget

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Finance (DOF) has secured support for its 2026 budget proposal amounting to ₱38 billion from House Committee on Appropriations vice chair Bella Vanessa Suansing.

Suansing, the Sultan Kudarat Representative, recognized the DOF’s crucial role in her sponsorship speech before the House Plenary on September 23.

“The Department of Finance…

https://business.inquirer.net/548808/dof-secures-legislative-backing-for-p38-b-budget

Two US giants appoint Indian-origin CEOs as H-1B debate intensifies

In a significant development, T-Mobile and Molson Coors have appointed Indian-origin executives as their new CEOs.

This milestone highlights the growing influence and leadership of Indian-origin professionals in the global corporate landscape. Their appointments signify a promising shift towards greater diversity and inclusion at the highest levels of major multinational companies.

Stay tuned for more updates on their strategic plans and visions for the future.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/t-mobile-molson-coors-appoint-indian-ceos-amid-h-1b-debate/story

Powell warns of inflation risks if US Fed cuts rates ‘too aggressively’

WASHINGTON, United States — US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell warned Tuesday that slashing interest rates too quickly could allow inflation to remain elevated, but stressed that the central bank faces dual challenges moving forward.

“There is no risk-free path,” he told a Rhode Island event. “If we ease too aggressively, we could leave the inflation…

https://business.inquirer.net/548722/powell-warns-of-inflation-risks-if-us-fed-cuts-rates-too-aggressively