The Philippines has been reclassified as an upper middle income country by the World Bank, ending nearly four decades in the lower middle income category since 1987. The milestone reflects sustained economic growth and suggests improved living standards for over 100 million people.
Rappler Philippines · Thursday, 2 July 2026
'After nearly four decades as a lower middle income country since 1987, this milestone affirms that the economic policies we have pursued over the past four years have been effective,' says Marcos
Original source
Read the full article at Rappler PhilippinesShare this story
Volunteer physicians in La Guaira rapidly repurposed a fast-food restaurant to provide medical care following a seismic event, extending healthcare access when conventional facilities were unavailable. The improvised clinic demonstrates community resilience and medical innovation in resource-constrained conditions.
Al Jazeera · 11 Jul
Pakistan's Supreme Court issued comprehensive anti-harassment guidelines for educational institutions and upheld strict penalties against a headmistress who failed to protect female teachers from sexual harassment. The ruling requires all schools to adopt internal harassment policies, establish independent complaint mechanisms, and display codes of conduct across the country.
Dawn Pakistan · 11 Jul
Brazil's Amazon deforestation fell to its lowest level in ten years, reflecting strengthened enforcement against illegal logging and forest clearing. The milestone supports Lula's commitment to eliminate illegal deforestation by 2030, with implications for global climate and biodiversity.
Al Jazeera · 10 Jul
Every Sunday — the week's most uplifting stories, straight to your inbox. No doom, no noise.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. GDPR compliant.