Canadian households are more in debt than those in any other G7 country, and the amount they owe is now more than the value of the entire economy, the deputy chief economist with Canada’s housing agency is warning in a new report. Households in other countries are paying down debt, …
Read More »Celtics stay alive with victory at Heat
MIAMI: The Boston Celtics kept their Eastern Conference finals hopes alive with a 116-99 victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday to reduce the series deficit to 3-1. Jayson Tatum inspired the Celtics to the victory with 34 points, 11 rebounds and assists, while five other players reached double figures …
Read More »The SM Mall of Asia Arena ‘eyecon’ through the years and beyond
The iconic eye-shaped exterior of the Mall of Asia Arena Inspired by the visionary words of their late founder, Henry Sy, Sr., during the momentous inauguration of the facility back in 2012, the Mall of Asia Arena (MOA) stands as a testament to the exceptional accomplishments and immense talent of …
Read More »Elisse finds support in McCoy as she tackles daring roles and navigates motherhood
Motherhood has been a transformative journey for actress Elisse Joson, shaping her in multiple profound ways. It has not only deepened her understanding of life but has also emboldened her to embrace more daring roles in her acting career. “Becoming a mother has brought about a newfound sense of strength …
Read More »How the rest of the world’s economy would be affected if the U.S. defaults on its debts
If the debt crisis roiling Washington were eventually to send the United States crashing into recession, its economy would hardly sink alone. The repercussions of a first-ever default on the federal debt would quickly reverberate around the world. ‘No corner of the global economy will be spared,’ warns chief economist …
Read More »A joyride to forever for the couple engaged during ‘Ang Huling El Bimbo’
The cast of ‘Ang Huling El Bimbo’ surrounding couple Axel Zapanta and Joi Tuazon during their proposal The hit Filipino musical ended its fifth week run with a lovely surprise when audience members Axel Zapanta and Joi Tuazon shared a romantic proposal on stage, surrounded by the cast and crew …
Read More »Markets mostly rise after US debt talks
HOPEFUL A currency trader works near the screens showing the foreign exchange rates in Seoul, South Korea on Monday, May 22, 2023. Stock markets around the world rose slightly on Tuesday with hopes the US will avoid defaulting on its debt. AP PHOTO HONG KONG: Optimism that the United States …
Read More »US hits China restriction on Micron chips
CRY FOUL A view of a building where the facilities of US semiconductor giant Micron is located in Shanghai on Monday, May 22, 2023. The US reacted to a decision of China on Monday telling operators of ‘critical information infrastructure’ to stop buying Micron products. AFP PHOTO WASHINGTON, D.C.: The …
Read More »Largest LGBTQ group in U.S. warns about travel to Florida
The Human Rights Campaign joins the NAACP and other groups in issuing travel or relocation warnings for the Sunshine State, one of the most popular states for tourists to visit in the U.S. New policies could endanger minorities, immigrants and gay people, group says. The largest LGBTQ rights organization in …
Read More »Rural region’s virtual pandemic project might be hort-term fix for family doctor shortage
When it comes to Ontario’s family doctor shortage, the paramedic chief in Renfrew County thinks he’s found a cure with a hybrid model of care. Experts say team-based model is a starting point toward a permanent solution. How do we solve the family doctor shortage? Many Canadians still don’t have …
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