Tag: Tourism
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12 Die as Light Aircraft Crashes in Kwale, Kenya
Overview Tragedy struck in Kwale County on Tuesday morning when a light caravan aircraft crashed in the Tsimba Golini area, killing at least 12 people. Police confirmed the victims are believed to be tourists, raising concerns for Kenya’s tourism sector and underscoring the need for safety and swift emergency response in remote air travel routes.…
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Tragic Light Aircraft Crash in Kwale Kills 12 Tourists: Investigation Underway
Tragic Kwale Crash Claims 12 Lives, Tourists Among the Victims A light aircraft crash in Kwale County, Kenya, has claimed at least 12 lives, with officials confirming that several of the victims are believed to be tourists. The incident occurred in the Tsimba Golini area on Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through a region that relies…
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Calls mount to retain historic Club Intramuros amid conversion plan
Heritage vs. Green Space: The Club Intramuros Debate The proposal by the Manila City government to convert the historic Club Intramuros Golf Course into a public forest park has ignited a heated debate among heritage advocates, local golfers, employees, and residents. The plan, pitched as a way to add more urban green space and strengthen…
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Israel and Philippines Expanding Cooperation in Tourism and Cybersecurity
Israel and the Philippines Outline Expanded Cooperation in Tourism, Trade, and Cybersecurity Israel is pursuing a deeper, multi-faceted partnership with the Philippines, highlighting shared interests in tourism growth, economic collaboration, and cybersecurity, according to Israel’s Ambassador to Manila, Dana Kursh. In an exclusive roundtable with The Manila Bulletin on October 27, Kursh outlined “more avenues…
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Israel-Philippines Deepen Tourism and Cybersecurity Ties
New avenues of cooperation emerge between Israel and the Philippines The Philippines and Israel are pursuing broader collaboration across multiple fronts, including a potential free trade agreement, direct flights, and joint cybersecurity initiatives. The push comes as diplomats and business leaders emphasize a shared vision for stronger economic and people-to-people links, rooted in a history…
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Singapore’s Q3 2025 GDP: Growth Slows to 2.9% as MTI Highlights Mixed Sector Performance
Singapore’s Q3 2025 GDP: A Mixed Picture Singapore’s economy expanded by 2.9% in the third quarter of 2025, according to advance estimates from the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) released on Tuesday. This pace marked a slowdown from the 4.5% growth logged in the second quarter, reflecting varied performance across sectors as Singapore navigates…
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Travel and dining vouchers boost SA algal bloom summer plan
Overview: A coordinated boost for coastal towns South Australia is rolling out a comprehensive algal bloom summer plan designed to shield coastal communities from economic disruption while helping residents and visitors keep enjoying the state’s beaches. A central element is a $15 million program offering travel and dining vouchers, funded equally by state and federal…
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Ploughing and Golf Drive September Spending Surge in Ireland, AIB Reports
Overview: A Strong September for Irish Card Spend The latest AIB Spend Trend report shows a robust rise in consumer spending across Ireland, with overall card spend up 10% year on year in September. The growth was driven by a mix of entertainment, tourism, exhibits, and lifestyle events, underscoring how seasonal activities and major events…
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Ploughing and Golf Drive September Spending Surge, AIB Finds
Summary of the September Spending Pulse New data from AIB’s Spend Trend report shows a robust surge in card spending across Ireland in September, with overall outlays rising by 10% year on year. The month highlighted sharp increases in golf, entertainment and tourism, with exhibits also playing a starring role. The insights come from a…
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Ploughing and Golf Drive September Spending Surge in Ireland
September Spending Rebounds Across Sectors, Led by Ploughing, Golf and Tourism New data from the AIB Spend Trend report reveals that overall card spending in September rose by 10% year-on-year. The month saw notable surges in particular sectors, including golf, entertainment, tourism and exhibits, as consumers returned from summer holidays and settled into a back-to-school…