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Malaysia’s Anwar set to unveil 2027 budget amid election pressure
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to unveil a 2027 budget focused on handouts, subsidies and public services amid coalition pressure.
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Hong Kong mothers seek cheaper post-natal care across border in Shenzhen
Hongkongers cross into Shenzhen for post-natal and medical care at half the cost, with hotel-like facilities and 24-hour professional support.
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Makati's young professionals recast "OFW" to mock their own overworked urban lives
Young professionals in Makati City humorously recast OFW to mean 'overworked' or 'on-site' Filipino workers, documenting city life through satirical social
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Philippines records lowest poverty rate, yet middle-class families remain financially vulnerable
Philippines records lowest poverty rate ever at 9.7%, yet rising costs leave middle-income families vulnerable to financial shocks and economic uncertainty
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UK PM Burnham to End 'Subscription Traps' in Consumer Protection Move
PM Burnham vows to tackle subscription traps, saving consumers billions. New rules for clearer info and easier cancellations set for January 2024.
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Andy Burnham to Abandon Digital ID Scheme, Prioritize Cost-of-Living Crisis
U.K. Prime Minister-Designate Andy Burnham scraps digital ID scheme to prioritize addressing the cost-of-living crisis. Allies support the decision.