MANILA, Philippines – A solid cushion of foreign reserves and an anticipated easing action by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) this month could give the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) room to front-load further rate cuts.
This move would support economic growth without putting too much pressure on the peso.
In a note to clients, BMI Research, a unit…
https://business.inquirer.net/552414/more-bsp-rate-cuts-likely-ahead-says-fitch-unit
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines’ decision to open the renewable energy (RE) sector to full foreign ownership has resulted in the installation of approximately 20 gigawatts (GW) of new power capacity, a government official revealed.
Department of Energy (DOE) Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevara acknowledged the significant role played by the private sector in helping the country achieve its renewable energy targets.
https://business.inquirer.net/552415/doe-full-re-foreign-ownership-added-20-gw-to-ph-power-supply
**Trump’s Whirlwind Middle East Trip Aims to Cement Fragile Hope for Peace**
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s whirlwind visit to the Middle East included a high-profile speech at the Knesset in Jerusalem and participation in a regional summit, marking a fragile moment of hope for ending over two years of conflict between Israel and Hamas.
More than two dozen countries were expected to be represented at the summit, co-hosted by Trump and Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was invited but declined to attend, with his office citing proximity to a Jewish holiday as the reason for his absence, according to AP.
Despite lingering questions over next steps in Gaza — which has been devastated during the conflict — Trump appeared determined to seize this opportunity to foster regional stability.
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### “You’ve Won” — Trump’s Message to Israel
Addressing Israeli lawmakers at the Knesset, which welcomed him warmly, Trump declared, “You’ve won. Now it is time to translate these victories against terrorists on the battlefield into the ultimate prize of peace and prosperity for the entire Middle East.”
He pledged U.S. support to help rebuild Gaza and urged Palestinians to “turn forever from the path of terror and violence.” Trump emphasized, “After tremendous pain and death and hardship, now is the time to concentrate on building their people up instead of trying to tear Israel down.”
Turning to Iran, Trump extended a gesture of diplomacy, stating that “the hand of friendship and cooperation is always open,” despite earlier tensions — including the U.S. bombing of three nuclear sites amid Iran’s brief war with Israel earlier this year.
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### Summit and Hostage Release
Trump arrived in Egypt hours late after speeches at the Knesset ran longer than expected. Commenting on the delay, he joked, “They might not be there by the time I get there, but we’ll give it a shot,” teasing Israeli leaders for their lengthy speeches.
The summit coincided with the release of 20 hostages on Monday, part of an agreement aimed at ending the war that began on October 7, 2023, after Hamas killed over 1,000 Israelis. Trump met with some of the hostages’ families at the Knesset, where a woman told him, “Your name will be remembered to generations.”
Throughout his visit, Israeli lawmakers repeatedly chanted Trump’s name and gave standing ovations. Some attendees wore red hats reminiscent of Trump’s “Make America Great Again” caps, with slogans reading “Trump, The Peace President.”
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### Netanyahu’s Praise and Trump’s Unexpected Call for Pardon
Although Netanyahu did not attend the summit, he hailed Trump remotely, calling him “the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House,” and vowed to collaborate closely in pursuit of peace.
“Mr. President, you are committed to this peace. I am committed to this peace. And together, Mr. President, we will achieve this peace,” Netanyahu said.
In an unexpected move during his speech, Trump called on the Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu, whom he described as “one of the greatest” wartime leaders. Netanyahu currently faces corruption charges, though several court hearings were postponed during the conflict with Hamas.
Trump also used the occasion to settle political scores by criticizing Democratic predecessors and acknowledging top donor Miriam Adelson, who was present in the audience.
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### The Delicate Road Ahead: Gaza Ceasefire and Regional Rebuilding
Despite the ceasefire, the situation in the region remains fragile. Israel and Hamas are still implementing the initial phase of Trump’s peace plan, which includes releasing the remaining hostages held by Hamas, freeing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, a surge of humanitarian aid to Gaza, and a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza’s main cities.
Trump emphasized the window of opportunity for reshaping the region and resetting strained relations between Israel and its Arab neighbors. “The war is over, OK? I think people are tired of it,” he told reporters aboard Air Force One, expressing confidence that the ceasefire would hold.
He credited his Republican administration’s strong support for Israel’s efforts against Iranian proxies like Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon as key to this momentum.
The White House noted growing momentum as Arab and Muslim states increasingly focus on resolving the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with some deepening ties with the U.S.
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### Vision for Gaza’s Future: From “Demolition Site” to Rebuilding
Back in February, Trump predicted Gaza could be redeveloped into what he called “the Riviera of the Middle East.” However, during his recent trip, he was more cautious.
“I don’t know about the Riviera for a while. It’s blasted. This is like a demolition site,” Trump said. He expressed hope to visit Gaza one day, saying, “I’d like to put my feet on it, at least.”
The parties have yet to agree on Gaza’s postwar governance, reconstruction, and Israel’s demand that Hamas disarm. Negotiations remain delicate, and Israel has indicated it may resume military operations if its demands are not met.
Much of Gaza remains in ruins, and its roughly 2 million residents continue to face desperate humanitarian conditions.
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### Ceasefire Enforcement and Humanitarian Aid
Under the ceasefire deal, Israel has agreed to reopen five border crossings, easing the flow of food and supplies into Gaza, where parts of the population are experiencing famine.
Approximately 200 U.S. troops will assist in monitoring the ceasefire, working alongside partner nations, non-governmental organizations, and private-sector players to help stabilize the situation.
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Trump’s trip underscores a critical juncture for peace efforts in the Middle East, carrying both cautious optimism and the weighty challenge of rebuilding a war-torn region. The coming weeks and months will reveal whether this fragile hope can be transformed into lasting peace and prosperity.
https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/gaza-ceasefire-trump-reaches-egypt-urges-israel-to-seize-ultimate-prize-for-peace-and-prosperity-23598540
**Why Afghanistan Withdrew from T20I Tri-Series in Pakistan**
*By Parth Dhall | Oct 13, 2025, 10:56 PM*
In a significant development, Afghanistan has withdrawn from the upcoming T20I Tri-Series scheduled to be held in Pakistan, which also involves Sri Lanka. The series was set to take place between November 17 and 29 but has now been impacted by the ongoing military conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
### Rising Tensions Affect Cricket Plans
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to this setback by beginning preparations for alternate arrangements. The decision comes amid escalating tensions following Taliban forces’ retaliation against airstrikes in Kabul. According to the Taliban government, 58 Pakistani soldiers were killed in “retaliatory” strikes carried out on a Saturday night, further straining the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
### ICC Urged to Prepare Alternate Plans
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) to prepare “alternate plans” to ensure the tri-series proceeds despite Afghanistan’s withdrawal. The ICC’s involvement is seen as critical to managing the situation and maintaining the cricketing calendar.
### Strategic Moves by PCB
In an effort to keep the tournament on track, the PCB has invited Sri Lanka to play three T20Is starting November 11, ahead of the tri-series involving Pakistan and Afghanistan. Additionally, the Pakistan and Sri Lankan cricket boards are in discussions to organize a three-match T20I series in Colombo from January 1 to 10, signaling strong cricketing ties despite regional instability.
The situation remains fluid, and cricket fans will be watching closely to see how the boards navigate these challenges in the coming weeks.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/why-afghanistan-pulled-out-of-pakistan-series/story
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【エルサレム共同】13日、トランプ米大統領は訪問先のイスラエル国会で演説を行った。演説のためイスラエル国会に到着したトランプ氏＝エルサレム（ロイター＝共同）
トランプ氏は、自身が提示したパレスチナ自治区ガザの和平計画に基づき、イスラム組織ハマスによる人質解放を実現させたとその実績を誇示した。
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https://www.nishinippon.co.jp/item/1410797/
By Rahul | Tue, 14/10/2025 – 00:04
The Sri Lankan Navy apprehended 47 Indian fishermen and seized five boats for ‘illegal fishing’ late Wednesday into early Thursday.
The incidents occurred in the north of Mannar and off Delft Island as the boats trespassed into Sri Lankan waters, according to an official statement from the Sri Lankan Navy. The North Central and Northern Naval commands were deployed to drive away fishing boats and arrest and seize boats of those who continued to engage in illegal fishing activities.
Four fishing boats, along with 30 fishermen, were handed over to the fisheries inspector of Mannar, while the other boat and the remaining 17 fishermen were handed over to the inspector of Malaidi for onward legal proceedings.
According to the Sri Lankan Navy, the arrests were made during regular proactive operations against poaching. “These efforts underscore the collective robust approach and steadfast commitment to safeguarding the nation’s marine ecosystems while ensuring the economic security and wellbeing of its citizens,” the Navy stated.
Fishing rights and maritime boundaries in the Palk Strait have been subject to long-standing tensions, including in the bilateral relations between India and Sri Lanka. Last month, 12 Indian fishermen were arrested and their boat was seized near Delft Island in Jaffna.
The Sri Lankan Navy has repeatedly taken action against Indian fishermen for entering Sri Lankan waters, including seizing boats and arrests. Indian fishermen, particularly from Tamil Nadu, have routinely accused Sri Lankan security forces of harassment, arrests, and even fatal shootings.
http://www.tamilguardian.com/content/sri-lankan-navy-arrests-47-indian-fishermen-illegal-fishing
**Broadcom to Develop Custom AI Chips for OpenAI**
*By Dwaipayan Roy | Oct 13, 2025, 07:54 PM*
OpenAI has announced a strategic partnership with Broadcom to develop its first in-house artificial intelligence (AI) processors. This move is part of OpenAI’s plan to keep pace with the rapidly growing demand for its AI services.
Under the agreement, OpenAI will take the lead in designing these custom chips, while Broadcom will handle their development and deployment starting in the second half of 2026.
**Massive Energy Consumption**
The upcoming custom AI chips are projected to consume a total of 10 gigawatts (GW) of power. To put this into perspective, that’s enough electricity to power over eight million U.S. households — roughly five times the output of the Hoover Dam.
This deal highlights the massive investments being poured into AI chip technology across the tech industry, reflecting an ongoing race to build computing systems capable of matching or surpassing human intelligence.
**Expanding Strategic Partnerships**
This partnership follows closely on the heels of OpenAI’s recent 6GW AI chip supply agreement with AMD, which also includes an option for OpenAI to acquire a stake in the chipmaker. Additionally, NVIDIA recently announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI and supply data-center systems with at least 10GW of capacity.
“Partnering with Broadcom is a critical step in building the infrastructure needed to unlock AI’s potential,” said Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.
**Aligning with Industry Leaders**
By teaming up with Broadcom, OpenAI aligns itself with major cloud-computing giants like Google and Amazon, both of which are developing custom AI chips to address soaring demand and reduce reliance on NVIDIA’s high-cost, limited-availability processors.
However, some similar initiatives by companies like Microsoft and Meta have faced delays or failed to match NVIDIA’s performance, highlighting the challenges in developing competitive AI hardware.
**Deployment Timeline and Technical Edge**
The deployment of these new AI chips is expected to be completed by the end of 2029. This effort will build upon OpenAI’s existing co-development and supply partnerships.
The new systems will be scaled entirely using Broadcom’s Ethernet and networking technologies, potentially giving them an edge over competitors such as Marvell Technology. Moreover, this strategy aims to challenge NVIDIA’s dominant InfiniBand networking solutions in the AI data-center market.
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OpenAI’s collaboration with Broadcom marks a significant milestone in the evolving AI hardware landscape, signaling robust growth and fierce competition in the race to power next-generation artificial intelligence.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/openai-partners-with-broadcom-to-develop-custom-ai-chips/story
**Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Continue Playing After Australia ODIs?**
*By Parth Dhall | October 13, 2025, 07:13 PM*
Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes the upcoming ODI series against Australia will be a crucial juncture for two of Indian cricket’s greatest batting icons, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With both players having retired from T20 Internationals and Test cricket, ODIs remain their only active international format. Shastri asserts that their future in this format hinges on their “form, fitness, and hunger” during this high-profile series Down Under.
### Series Significance: Fitness, Hunger, and Form Are Key
Speaking at Kayo Sport’s Summer of Cricket launch and in an exclusive conversation with cricket.com.au, Shastri emphasized the importance of the upcoming ODI series for Rohit and Kohli. He said,
*”That’s why they’re here (playing the ODI series against Australia). They’re part of the mix. It depends on their fitness, their hunger, and, of course, form.”*
The former coach also drew parallels with Australia’s Steve Smith, who retired from ODI cricket earlier this year, highlighting how fitness and motivation are critical for longevity in the format.
### Experience Matters in Big Games
Shastri underlined the irreplaceable value of experience when it comes to high-pressure matches. He remarked,
*”But there’s no substitute for experience when it comes to the big games, as we saw in the Champions Trophy. Come the big games and the big boys step up.”*
Notably, both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli played pivotal roles in India’s recent successes, including the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy.
### Emerging Young Talent Challenging the Veterans
Alongside praising the veterans, Shastri also lauded the fresh wave of talent pushing for spots in the ODI squad. Young batsmen like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Tilak Varma have shown promising potential. Shastri further appreciated India’s all-round options, mentioning Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Axar Patel as key contributors.
He said, *”A lot of good young talent and a lot of all-rounders as well in Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Axar Patel.”*
### Match Schedule: India vs Australia ODI Series
– **1st ODI:** October 19, Perth
– **2nd ODI:** October 23, Adelaide
– **3rd ODI:** October 25, Sydney
Following the ODI series, India will play a five-match T20I series against Australia starting on October 29 in Canberra.
### Squad Update: Shubman Gill to Lead India in ODIs
In a recent change, Shubman Gill has been appointed as India’s ODI captain for the tour of Australia, replacing Rohit Sharma. Shreyas Iyer will serve as the vice-captain.
**India’s ODI squad for Australia tour:**
– Shubman Gill (Captain)
– Rohit Sharma
– Virat Kohli
– Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain)
– Axar Patel
– KL Rahul (Wicket-Keeper)
– Nitish Kumar Reddy
– Washington Sundar
– Kuldeep Yadav
– Harshit Rana
– Mohammed Siraj
– Arshdeep Singh
– Prasidh Krishna
– Dhruv Jurel (Wicket-Keeper)
– Yashasvi Jaiswal
As the series approaches, all eyes will be on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to see if they can prove their fitness, form, and hunger to continue representing India in ODIs, amidst fierce competition from emerging young stars.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/ravi-shastri-talks-about-future-of-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli/story
（2025年10月13日 19:31 更新）
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By Parth Dhall | Oct 13, 2025 | 03:35 PM
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has emerged as the leading wicket-taker in Test cricket for the year 2025, surpassing Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani. Siraj claimed this milestone on Day 4 of the 2nd Test against the West Indies at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium by dismissing centurion Shai Hope, who had built an innings-defining 177-run partnership with John Campbell. This wicket took Siraj’s tally to 37 Test wickets in 2025.
So far in 2025, Siraj has featured in eight Tests for India and has been a crucial pillar of the pace attack alongside Jasprit Bumrah. With Bumrah missing a few games to manage his workload, Siraj’s endurance and consistency have stood out. Across 15 innings this year, Siraj has taken more than 37 wickets at an impressive average of under 27.
His performance during the five-Test series against England was particularly notable, where he took 23 wickets and was named Player of the Series.
In the latest Delhi Test, Siraj surpassed Blessing Muzarabani, who had taken 36 wickets from nine matches this year. Other notable wicket-takers this year include England’s Josh Tongue (19 wickets in three matches) and Ben Stokes (17 wickets in four matches), both trailing behind Muzarabani on the charts.
Siraj was India’s standout bowler during their 2025 tour of England, where he claimed the pivotal series-leveling wicket in the fifth and final Test at The Oval.
In total, Siraj has played 43 Tests, taking over 130 wickets at an average of under 30. His career includes eight four-wicket hauls and five five-wicket hauls. Most recently, he starred in India’s comprehensive innings victory over the West Indies in the 1st Test at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, taking 4/40 and 3/31.
Siraj’s rise to becoming a lethal Test bowler has been nothing short of remarkable. However, his journey has not been without hardship. Just days before his Test debut in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, Siraj suffered the tragic loss of his father due to illness.
Complicating matters, Siraj was confined to a strict COVID-19 bio-bubble in Australia and was unable to attend his father’s last rites back in India. His resilience and determination to succeed despite personal loss speak volumes about his character and endurance.
Mohammed Siraj continues to be a vital asset for India’s Test team, and his performances in 2025 have firmly established him as one of the premier pacers in world cricket.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/mohammed-siraj-bags-this-record-in-2025/story
