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    Brown, red, black, riceberry – what are these white rice alternatives, and are they actually healthier?

    Throughout history, rice has remained an important food staple. It supports the nutritional needs of more than half of the global population.

    Inflation to dog world economy next year, postponing rate cuts

    High inflation will dog the world economy next year, with three-quarters of over 200 economists polled by Reuters saying the main risk is that it turns out higher than they forecast, suggesting interest rates will also remain higher for longer.

    India cuts floor price for basmati rice exports to revive shipments

    India has cut the floor price for basmati rice exports to $950 per metric ton from $1,200, a government source told Reuters on Thursday, after farmers and exporters complained it was damaging the trade by stalling shipments.

    Subaru CEO: working with suppliers to lower procurement risks of EV battery materials

    Japan's Subaru is working with suppliers to decrease risks related to procuring materials used in electric-vehicle batteries, its chief executive said on Wednesday, as automakers grapple with China's move to curb exports of graphite.

    BioMarin’s dwarfism therapy gets FDA nod for expanded use

    The U.S. health regulator on Friday approved the expanded use of BioMarin Pharmaceutical's once-daily injection to treat children under the age of 5 with the most common form of short-limbed dwarfism.

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    Meralco rejects DOE claim vs its delayed power supply deal

    The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor, pushed back against claims by the Department of Energy (DOE) that its delayed power supply agreement (PSA) is contributing to high electricity prices, calling the accusations “false and misleading.”

    Metro Retail’s 2024 profit dips despite sales growth, expansion push

    Metro Retail Stores Group Inc. (MRSGI), the Gaisano family’s retail arm, reported a slight 1 percent decline in net income to ₱609.42 million in 2024 from ₱618.02 million a year earlier, as rising sales were tempered by tighter margins and strategic shifts in business mix.

    DoubleDragon acquiring control of MerryMart in P1.28-B deal

    DoubleDragon Corp. is acquiring the 35 percent stake of Injap Investments Inc. in grocery chain operator MerryMart Consumer Corp. for P1.28 billion, marking a strategic move that aligns with its ongoing transformation into a diversified investment holding company.

    SEC-SM tandem launches videos vs scams

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in partnership with BDO Foundation, has unveiled new investor protection materials aimed at safeguarding the public from financial investment scams.
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