BRICS Bank exec cites need for multipolar economy

MULTIPOLAR ECONOMY. Former Brazil President Dilma Rousseff, who is the current president of the New Development Bank, underscored the need to have a multipolar economy to lessen the risk of global economic instability caused by issues in large economies. In her speech Thursday (June 6, 2024) during the St. Petersburg …

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Andreeva shocks ailing Sabalenka

Jasmine Paolini (STAR / File)  PARIS, France  – Mirra Andreeva became the youngest Grand Slam semifinalist for 27 years with a shock win over Aryna Sabalenka on Wednesday at the French Open, after fourth seed Elena Rybakina was knocked out by Italy’s Jasmine Paolini. The 17-year-old Andreeva fought back from …

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Almodal showcases masterpiece collections

Fashion designer Leo Almodal is known for his elegant and intricately designed gowns which have been worn by many beauty queens and celebrities  Beauty queens and celebrities’ favorite designer is set to stage the most anticipated fashion event of the year. Aura Events Management and Almodal Masterpiece are holding The …

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Junior golfer shines as Lee humbles Ikeda in playoff

Jiwon Lee receives the traditional celebratory dousing from her co-players. Manny Marcelo  CABANATUAN City—In an exceptional display of skill and composure rarely seen in a junior golfer, Jiwon Lee clinched the ICTSI Lakewood Championship, upstaging some of the country’s top professionals, including Chihiro Ikeda, whom she edged out on the …

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Local celebs’ go-to restaurants, catering services

Mamou’s Cippolo pasta as complement to the prime dry-aged steak. (STAR / File)  Local celebrities, too, have their go-to restaurants where they would dine with their loved ones and cater food from there whenever they hold special events. The likes of celebrity couple Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, for example, …

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Indian e-vehicle firm eyes replacing aging PH jeepneys

NEW MARKET. Executives of Indian e-vehicle maker Urban Sphere attend the APV Expo 2024 held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Thursday (June 6, 2024). They were lured here by the Philippine government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program. (PNA photo by Zen Trinidad)  MANILA – An Indian electric vehicle (e-vehicle) manufacturer …

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