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ADB: Corruption probe adds to Philippines’ growth risks

MANILA, Philippines – A widening corruption inquiry into flood control projects threatens to cast a shadow over the Philippines’ growth outlook, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) warned, as intensifying scrutiny may slow the government’s infrastructure push. Speaking at a press conference in Manila, Andrew Jeffries, the ADB’s country director for the Philippines, said the scandal’s

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Alex Eala scores tough opening win at Suzhou Open

MANILA, Philippines–Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala overcame a tough opening challenge from Katarzyna Kawa of Poland, 6-3, 3-6, 7-5, in their rain-delayed round of 32 match at the WTA 125 Suzhou Open on Tuesday in China. Rain suspended play for a few hours in the first set with the score knotted at 2-2 but that