Israeli scientists say they can block melanoma spread
JERUSALEM — Israeli scientists have uncovered how the most severe form of skin cancer spreads to other organs in a discovery that could revolutionize treatment of the disease, they said Tuesday.
Mining investments in the pipeline
INDUSTRY AND REGULATORY OFFICIALS yesterday held out hope that the country’s mining sector could regain traction in the next six years as miners weather a state crackdown on those deemed irresponsible among their ranks, setting a positive tone at the start of an annual summit. Read the full story.
Philippines’s medium-term macro-economic assumptions
THE PHILIPPINE economy is well-positioned to sustain the momentum of its growth and weather external shocks this year and in the medium term, state economic managers told lawmakers of the House of Representatives yesterday, even as they cited the need for more “structural changes” to sustain economic expansion. Read the full story.
GDP grows 7.0% in Q2 2016
THE PHILIPPINE ECONOMY grew at its quickest pace in three years last quarter, possibly allowing it to regain its stature as one of Asia’s best performers. Read the full story.
