August 2025

Trump appoints new BLS chief following firing amid weak jobs data

President Trump announced E.J. Antoni as the new nominee to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, following the firing of the previous commissioner due to a disappointing jobs report. As a seasoned economist, Antoni is expected to enhance data precision, help restore confidence in the agency’s outputs, and tackle the challenges in reporting amidst changing economic landscapes.

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Kevin Quiambao steps up as Gilas embraces next-man-up mindset

Kevin Quiambao played a crucial role in leading Gilas Pilipinas to an overtime victory against Saudi Arabia at the FIBA Asia Cup, securing a spot in the quarterfinals. Demonstrating impressive skill and composure, the youngest member of the team stepped up in the absence of two key players, helping Gilas outscore Saudi Arabia 16-9 in overtime. Coach Tim Cone praised Quiambao’s performance, highlighting his emerging talent and contribution to the team’s success.

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