A group of Ontario landlords spent millions of dollars of investors’ money on expenses ranging from renting a luxury vacation home in Hawaii, to footing a $5,000 Miami strip club bill to flying on private jets, according to the findings of a court-appointed monitor given special powers by Superior Court. …
Read More »What X’s move to hide our likes means for accountability
X will now hide who likes a post, in a move the company said would boost privacy. Experts say it could also limit the public’s insight into the minds of the powerful and prevent them from being held accountable when what they like online contradicts their public stances. Journalists frequently …
Read More »U.S. safety agency investigating why Southwest Boeing plane rolled during flight
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board said on Friday it is investigating why a Boeing 737 MAX operated by Southwest Airlines rolled during a flight last month. Boeing deferred to Southwest, which said it is participating in the investigation. The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board said on Friday it is …
Read More »HBO’s ‘House of The Dragon’ showrunner confirms working on Season 3
Showrunner Ryan Condal on creating ‘House of the Dragon’: I always approach my job by trying to honor the narrative of ‘Fire & Blood’ as best I can, and trusting my knowledge and tastes as a fan to hopefully guide me through all that. (Photo courtesy of HBO GO) MANILA, …
Read More »‘Mallari,’ ‘GomBurZa’ lead 7th Eddys nominations
The Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) hosted the inaugural Nominees Announcement event for the 7th edition of The Eddys (Entertainment Editors’ Choice) at Valencia Events Place in San Juan, with the proceedings streamed live on The Eddys Facebook Page. Leading the Best Picture category are five exceptional films: About …
Read More »Gilas Women topple Mongolia but yield to Japan in FIBA U23 3×3
Camille Clarin exhibited her offensive prowess as Gilas Pilipinas toppled Mongolia, 16-8, in the fourth stop of the FIBA 3×3 U23 Nations League at the Fengfeng Mining Area Museum in Handan Shi, China on Friday, June 14. Gilas Women currently tote a 1-1 win-loss record. Clarin, who chipped in seven …
Read More »Catantan heads to Venice for intensive training camp
Samantha Catantan/Randy Caluag Samantha Catantan, the sole Filipino fencer to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics, is set to embark on a two-week training camp in Venice, Italy. The camp will be conducted under the guidance of her Penn State University coach, Matteo Zennaro, who organized the fencing sessions to …
Read More »Bolts escape Beermen for 3-2 lead
Allein Maliksi (22) came up big for Meralco. (STAR / Russell Palma) MANILA, Philippines — The Meralco Bolts are one win away from their historic PBA Philippine Cup championship after holding on against the San Miguel Beermen, 92-88, in Game 5 of the Finals Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. …
Read More »Willie Revillame unveils Wil to Win: His TV5 comeback
In a surprise Facebook Live, Willie Revillame, one of the most well-loved Filipino television hosts known for his unique brand of entertainment, has announced the title of his grand comeback show on TV5, “Wil To Win.” The rebranding of his social media pages from “Wowowin” to “Wil To Win” marks …
Read More »Pokeverse expo: A successful gathering of Pokémon fans and icons
POKÉMON fans were given an opportunity to bond at Pokeverse Expo – Season 1. From May 31 to June 2, attendees not only celebrated the legacy of Pokémon and its role in their lives, but also got the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Veronica Taylor, the voice of protagonist Ash Ketchum, …
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