Manitoba RCMP are turning to their Saskatchewan counterparts for help in investigating a mass casualty crash near Carberry, Man. — which is being compared to the Humboldt Broncos tragedy in 2018. ‘We need to get everything right’: Manitoba RCMP superintendent. Manitoba RCMP are turning to their Saskatchewan counterparts for help …
Read More »EJ Obiena claims bronze in Bislett Games
Filipino Olympian pole vaulter EJ Obiena claimed the bronze medal at the Oslo Diamond League-Bislett games in Norway on Friday, June 16 (Manila time). After posting a new personal-best and Asian record of 6.0 meters at the Bergen Jump Challenge last Saturday, Obiena only cleared 5.81 meters this time to …
Read More »Empower individuality and expression with ‘Pride’
The month of June brings all sorts of celebrations—from massive Pride Marches to highlighting meaningful and empowering stories of expression and individuality. SM Beauty, the country’s leading beauty retailer, understands that Pride is colorful and unique to every person, and is shining a light on the importance of support, love, …
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Sandara Park It’s been years since Sandara left the Philippines to try her luck as a K-pop idol in the girl group 2ne1. But whenever possible, Sandara returns to the country to star in shows or bask in the local environment. One thing’s for sure, her star has yet to …
Read More »Eala graduates from Rafa Nadal Academy
Filipino tennis sensation Alexandra “Alex” Eala has graduated from the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain. The 18-year-old world number 2 in the International Tennis Federation (ITF) junior rankings shared graduation stories from members of her family on Thursday. Alex Eala PHOTO FROM HER FB PAGE She was also seen in …
Read More »BCE laying off 1,300 people, closing foreign news bureaus and 9 radio stations across Canada
BCE Inc. is cutting 1,300 positions and closing or selling nine radio stations as the company plans to significantly adapt how it delivers the news. 6 per cent of media division’s workforce being let go. BCE Inc. is cutting 1,300 positions — about three per cent of its workforce — …
Read More »Viennese violinist set to perform with Manila Symphony Orchestra
The Austrian Embassy in Manila, in partnership with the Manila Symphony Orchestra and Standard Insurance Inc. present “Dvorak, Mendelssohn, and Brahms,”captivating concert featuring the renowned Austrian Violinist and New Austrian Sound of Music (Nasom) Artist Johannes Fleischmann with the Manila Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Marlon Chen. ‘Dvorak, Mendelssohn, and …
Read More »A music and arts celebration for oceans
Hundreds of artists will gather across 43 stages nationwide this month as Fête de la Musique Philippines broadens its horizons to advocate for the oceans. “In spite of all our differences, music – just like the oceans – connects us humans with each other,” said Xavier Leroux, executive director of …
Read More »Song Joong-ki, wife welcome first baby
SOUTH Korean superstar Song Joong-ki and his British wife Katy Louise Saunders have reportedly welcomed their first child — a son. Several Korean outlets reported that the actor’s agency, High Zium Studio, released the statement Wednesday (June 14) night. It said, “Song Joong Ki became the father of a baby …
Read More »Olivia Rodrigo promises new single ‘Vampire’ on June 30
Following the success of her debut album, SOUR, Fil-Am singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo returns to the music scene with a new single, “Vampire,” coming this June 30. “[My] new song vampire is out June 30th! you can pre-save now. So excited for this ahhhhh!!!!!!!” the artist said in an Instagram post. While Olivia tackled …
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