Mac Belo (right) PBA PHOTO Nearly two weeks after being acquired in a player swap with Meralco, wingman Mac Belo finally came to terms with Rain or Shine after signing a one-year contract with his new team on Wednesday. Terms of the contract were not disclosed, but Rain or Shine …
Read More »In-game betting has changed how many watch sports, and even some gamblers warn of consequences
The legalization of sports gambling has quickly changed the way we watch sports on television and for many has forever changed their relationship with games they once consumed simply for entertainment. Billions being wagered on sports and casino play in Ontario. Wayne Madd woke up with a name on his …
Read More »Quiet man Jokic ready for crowning glory in NBA Finals
Nikola Jokic AP PHOTO DENVER: Nikola Jokic can cap an improbable journey to the pinnacle of his sport by leading the Denver Nuggets to a first ever championship when the NBA Finals get under way on Thursday (Friday in Manila). Nine years ago, the softly spoken Serbian center barely caused …
Read More »Fascinating lives of Filipino ‘parloristas’ showcased at international exhibition in China
‘Tsupet’ by De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde Photography student Lou Russell Fajardo is a documentary series on Filipino parloristas Tsupet, a documentary series on Filipino parloristas, was featured at the 2nd Quanzhou International Image Biennial in China. The exhibition showcased entries from 40 international institutions, exploring artists’ perspectives under …
Read More »Five former employees allege Edmonton construction firm ignored sexual misconduct in ‘poisoned’ workplace
Five women are suing prominent Edmonton home construction company Coventry Homes for a combined $6.2 million, alleging a company partner’s sexual misconduct created a “poisoned” work environment where employees were subjected to harassment and complaints about workplace safety were ignored. Coventry Homes partner Robin Nasserdeen denies allegations, pleads not guilty …
Read More »Long-term trauma for natural disaster evacuees part of uncounted climate costs
Experts say the longview economic costs associated with supporting those impacted by natural disasters, including their mental health, are just beginning to be captured and Canada’s decentralized response to disasters is falling short. Canada’s decentralized response to climate-related disasters is falling short, experts say. When Cathy Orlando heard …
Read More »Fill vacant positions or close Surrey Memorial Hospital ER to incoming patients, new letter says
A new letter from the association representing doctors at Surrey Memorial Hospital has called on health-care leaders to either fill vacant positions in the emergency room or shut down the department to new patients. Medical Staff Association says current situation leaves patients ‘in jeopardy.’ ER diversion for Surrey Memorial Hospital …
Read More »Beko marks 3rd anniversary in the Philippines
Beko Philippines is entering a new phase of business in their journey to bring the European brand to a sustainable lifestyle for Filipino customers. In celebration of its third year of operations, Beko announces its goal of being the number one European brand in the Philippine market in the next …
Read More »An Alberta miner’s proposal to drill 7,200 wells near Winnipeg has rural residents on edge
An Alberta mining company wants to drill thousands of wells in southeastern Manitoba to remove millions of tonnes of sand from an aquifer that serves as the source of drinking water for tens of thousands of people. Sio Silica wants to pump pure sand from aquifer that serves as drinking-water …
Read More »Artificial intelligence poses ‘risk of extinction,’ tech execs and experts warn
More than 350 top executives and researchers in artificial intelligence have signed a statement urging policymakers to see the serious risks posed by unregulated AI, warning the future of humanity may be at stake. More than 350 industry leaders sign letter equating potential AI risks with pandemics, nuclear war. More …
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