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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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    Belle Mariano champions BDO Pay as card-linked payment solution for modern lifestyles

    Actress and singer Belle Mariano puts a spotlight on the ease and convenience of BDO Pay, the branded payment app powered by BDO, as she shares how it seamlessly fits into her busy, on-the-go lifestyle—even during downtime with family.

    US jobs growth slows sharply amid tariff uncertainty

    The US economy added significantly fewer jobs than expected in July, highlighting growing business uncertainty amid President Donald Trump's sweeping review of bilateral trade tariffs—an initiative that has triggered retaliatory measures even from longtime American allies.

    PBB increases 1H net profit on double-digit interest income growth

    Philippine Business Bank, a local savings bank, reported strong performance in the first half of 2025, with interest income and interest margin improving.

    DA eyes distribution of seized mackerel for flood victims

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. proposes the distribution of 210 metric tons of smuggled frozen mackerel recently seized at the ports of Manila and Subic once approved by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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