LOS ANGELES—US veteran Megan Rapinoe said the upcoming Women’s World Cup feels like a “paradigm shift” in the global business of women’s sports even as inequities persist. The fight for equal pay by Rapinoe and her US teammates was a backdrop to their 2019 World Cup triumph in France, eventually …
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Sisi Rondina of Choco Mucho scores one over Gayle Pascual and Zamantha Nolasco of Farm Fresh in the PVL Invitational Conference at the FilOil EcoOil Center on Thursday, June 29. PHOTO BY RIO DELUVIO Sisi Rondina made an explosive indoor volleyball return as she led Choco Mucho’s 25-14, 25-7, 25-16 …
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Several influencers were lambasted this week for their social media posts enthusiastically highlighting a trip sponsored by the Chinese fast fashion clothing retailer Shein, which has previously been accused of labour exploitation and environmentally damaging practices. Company said influencer videos were ‘authentic’ reactions to facility tour. Influencers on blast: how …
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Madonna is recovering after falling ill with a “serious bacterial infection” that landed her in an intensive care unit for several days, her manager Guy Oseary said in a statement Wednesday. “Her health is improving, however she is still under medical care,” he said. “A full recovery is expected.” Oseary …
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Mavx Productions showcased its highly anticipated film “Pangarap Kong Oskars” on June 23 with a glamorous red carpet event at Cinema 3, The Block, SM North Edsa in Quezon City. The affair drew a crowd of industry insiders, who came out in full force to show their support for the …
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Even with UCP re-elected, close result marks the end of decades of conservative dominance. Competitive politics is likely here to stay. UCP won, but close result spells end to decades of conservative dominance. This opinion piece is by Doreen Barrie, a political scientist at the University of Calgary. For more …
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For British Columbians depending on government assistance, it came as no surprise to learn poverty was the biggest risk factor for death during the 2021 heat dome, according to unpublished research from the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. 2 years after extreme heat killed 619, advocates call for permanent program …
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Toronto police have charged a 42-year-old man in connection with an alleged mortgage fraud scam targeting short-term rental homes. Investigators believe he’s part of a larger criminal group. Toronto police arrest 42-year-old last month who investigators allege is part of larger criminal group. Imagine temporarily renting out your home on …
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TAIPEI: New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins discussed his country’s interest in boosting economic ties with China during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday. Hipkins said the focus of his meeting with Xi was to “reaffirm our close economic relationship by supporting businesses [to] renew …
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WASHINGTON, D.C.: The American consumer’s confidence jumped in June to its highest level in 18 months as a strong labor market continues to buoy the US economy. The Conference Board reported on Tuesday that its consumer confidence index rose to 109.7 in June from 102.5 in May. That’s the highest …
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