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Alice Guo Plans Reelection; Comelec Can't Cancel Her Candidacy
Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo plans to run in the 2025 elections despite legal troubles, with her legal team confirming she'll file a...
Oct 4, 20242 min read
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PAOCC Raids Illegal POGO Near Senate, Arrests 200 POGO Workers
Authorities raided a POGO near the Senate in Pasay on Oct 3, 2024, calling it a "scam farm" in the Kimberhi Building on Macapagal Blvd....
Oct 4, 20242 min read
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Thailand, UAE Integrated Resorts Could Boost GGR by $3-5B
According to a Morgan Stanley report, Thailand and UAE could generate $3B-$6B in annual GGR, with UAE Integrated Resorts playing a key...
Oct 4, 20243 min read
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Carlos Yulo Plans Japan Return, Thanks Japan for Olympic Success
Carlos Yulo, fresh off his Olympic win, plans to return to Japan to express gratitude, relive memories, and enjoy his favorite ramen....
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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JP Morgan: Thailand Legal Casino Sector Could Boost GDP by 1%
Thailand aims to legalize casinos to formalize its underground economy, potentially boosting GDP by 0.3-1% and tax revenue by 0.4-1.25%,...
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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Has the POGO Ban Impacted PH’s Appeal as an Investment Hub?
POGO ban raises questions about the Philippines' investment appeal. ACN interviews industry experts at SPiCE Philippines 2024 who share...
Oct 3, 20244 min read
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Senators Urge Stricter Vetting to Avoid Candidates Like Alice Guo
Senators urge voter vigilance for the 2025 elections, concerned candidates like Alice Guo could be elected despite ongoing legal issues....
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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House Panel Pushes for Harry Roque's Surrender, Cites Urgency
Rep. Barbers: Harry Roque contempt order can be lifted with cooperation in POGO probe. The House of Representatives has indicated that...
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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Macau Gaming Revenue Hits 2024 Low; Baccarat Still Leads
Macau Gaming Revenue saw a mix of growth and challenges in September 2024, reflecting the dynamic state of Macau’s gaming industry....
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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Alice Guo Pleads Not Guilty to Human Trafficking Charges
Dismissed Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac pleaded not guilty to qualified human trafficking charges in Pasig City RTC, due to alleged...
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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Displaced POGOs From PH Might Transfer to Timor Leste: DOJ
DOJ Secretary Jesus Remulla met with Timor-Leste President to give a warning about the effect of the ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming...
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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Supreme Court Denies Harry Roque Plea to Stop House Arrest
The Supreme Court denied Harry Roque's petition for a writ of amparo, blocking his bid to prevent enforcement of a House-issued arrest...
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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