NEW YORK, United States – Gains by tech giants Nvidia, Apple, and Oracle helped propel US equity indices to fresh records on Monday, overcoming early weakness and concerns the market could be overvalued.
For the third straight session, all three major indices powered to new all-time peaks, led by the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index, which finished strong.
https://business.inquirer.net/548531/tech-giants-help-lift-us-stocks-to-fresh-records
University of Santo Tomas (UST) emerged as the overall champion in the 2025 Philippine Table Tennis Federation Inc. (PTTF) Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Challenge. The event was held at Home Court, Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque City.
UST dominated the competition, bagging an impressive seven gold medals. Leading the charge was Eljey Dan Tormis, who secured the college men’s singles title after outlasting his teammate in a thrilling match.
With this remarkable performance, UST solidified its position as a powerhouse in collegiate table tennis, showcasing the skill and dedication of its athletes.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641240/ust-dominates-table-tennis-tilt
The relationship between firms and people is fundamental to the success of any business. Firms rely on skilled individuals to drive innovation, manage operations, and deliver value to customers. Conversely, people depend on firms for employment, career growth, and financial stability.
Understanding this dynamic helps organizations create better work environments and adopt strategies that benefit both the company and its employees. Strong collaboration and mutual respect can lead to increased productivity, job satisfaction, and long-term success.
As the business landscape evolves, firms must continuously adapt to meet the changing needs of their workforce while leveraging their talents to stay competitive in the market.
https://www.nationalaffairs.com/blog/detail/findings-a-daily-roundup/a-lot-to-manage
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine pharmaceutical industry is projected to generate almost $2 billion in revenues this year, supported by the government’s continued backing of the fast-growing sector.
According to the Board of Investments (BOI), the pharmaceutical sector is expected to grow at an annual rate of 4.1 percent through 2029.
“This upward trend is expected…
https://business.inquirer.net/548473/ph-pharma-sector-revenues-seen-hitting-2b-in-25
There might be a reason to label Converge as a spoiler to the expected duopoly between teams from San Miguel Corp. and MVP Group, especially after two tuneup victories featuring prized rookie Juan Gomez de Liaño.
However, no less than the FiberXers’ designated coach, Pampanga Vice Governor Delta Pineda, was quick to downplay the growing expectations going into the season.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641238/converge-potential-smc-mvp-spoiler-be-patient-says-coach
Indian cricketer Rahul Chahar has been included in the Surrey squad for their upcoming match against Hampshire.
The game is set to take place at the Utilita Bowl, promising an exciting contest between the two teams.
Chahar’s inclusion is expected to strengthen Surrey’s bowling attack, adding depth and experience to the squad. Fans will be eager to see how he performs in this crucial fixture.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/rahul-chahar-joins-surrey-for-final-championship-match-of-season/story
African crafts are renowned for their creativity and resourcefulness. Artisans skillfully transform natural materials into beautiful and functional items, showcasing impressive craftsmanship.
One remarkable application of this creativity is the creation of gardening tools. Using readily available natural materials, African craftspeople design and make tools that are both practical and environmentally friendly. These handmade tools not only reflect cultural heritage but also promote sustainable gardening practices.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/lifestyle/create-your-own-gardening-tools-with-these-materials/story
MANILA, Philippines — Fans can now catch world-class action in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship at half the price starting Monday.
Bulgaria takes on Portugal at 3:30 p.m., while the USA and Slovenia compete for the last quarterfinal slot at 8:00 p.m. The matches will be held at the Mall of Asia Arena.
READ: Japan thanks fans for home crowd feel in…
https://sports.inquirer.net/641181/fivb-mens-world-slashes-ticket-prices
The Supreme Court has issued notices on the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima, and Meeran Haider.
This development marks a significant step in the legal proceedings involving these individuals. The issuance of notices indicates that the court will examine their bail applications in detail.
Further updates will follow as the case progresses. Stay tuned for more information on this matter.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/india/sc-issues-notice-in-bail-pleas-by-umar-khalid-others/story
MANILA, Philippines – The motoring public will pay even more for petroleum products this week, as local fuel retailers announced price increases of as much as ₱1 per liter.
In an advisory released on Monday, Seaoil stated that the prices of gasoline and kerosene would go up by ₱1 per liter.
READ: Gasoline prices seen rising for 6th week
https://business.inquirer.net/548371/fuel-price-hikes-persist-gas-up-p1-liter-diesel-by-80-centavos-liter
