Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Sunday that King Charles shares many of the values of Canadians, given his long advocacy around environmental issues. Canadian envoy in London says ‘serious discussion’ underway about potential royal visit. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he think Canada’s new head of state is aligned with …
Read More »Russia launches new wave of deadly strikes on Ukraine ahead of Victory Day holiday
Ukraine air defences shot down 35 Iranian-made drones over Kyiv in Russia’s latest nighttime assault, as attacks across Ukraine by the Kremlin’s forces killed four civilians, officials said Monday. At least 4 civilians killed across Ukraine, authorities said. Ukraine air defences shot down 35 Iranian-made drones over Kyiv in Russia’s …
Read More »Why a glitchy app may be standing in the way of thousands of migrants seeking asylum in the U.S.
Thousands of migrants seeking to cross the southern U.S. border this week after the government lifts its COVID-19 public health measures may be facing one more hurdle in their quest for asylum: a glitchy cell phone app. Biden administration set to lift public health order that prevented migrants from seeking …
Read More »Pakistan’s weekly inflation jumps over 48%
WORSENING INFLATION A laborer carries a sack of vegetables at a market on the occasion of International Labor Day in northwest Pakistan’s Peshawar on Monday, May 1, 2023. Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Index, posted an increase of 48.35 percent on a year-on-year basis, according to the …
Read More »Size a huge factor in getting FIBA World Cup win — Chot
While attending to Gilas Pilipinas’ gold medal redemption bid in the Southeast Asian Games, national coach Chot Reyes is also working double time in ensuring the Philippines gets the much-needed size in their Fiba Basketball World Cup buildup slated this late August.Chot Reyes FIBA PHOTO Reyes said getting the needed …
Read More »1 person airlifted after ATV collision in Digby County
One person was airlifted after an ATV crash on Highway 217 in Rossway, N.S., Saturday evening. Three females, all teenagers, were involved in the collision. Upon arrival, RCMP officers and EHS found an ATV on its side. All three had to be taken to hospital with one airlifted. The investigation …
Read More »PBA: Converge nabs Nieto, trades two second round picks to ROS
Converge’s roster upgrade continues under coach Aldin Ayo as the FiberXers acquired Mike Nieto while unloading to Rain or Shine their two second round draft picks for the PBA’s 49th and 50th seasons. Mike Nieto (right) PBA PHOTO It was the FiberXers’ second offseason transaction in less than a month …
Read More »‘Voltes V: Legacy’ raises the bar for Filipino TV with breathtaking CGI and inspiring story
Voltes V Legacy, the latest Filipino television series, has set a new standard for local productions with its stunning use of computer-generated imagery (CGI). The show, which had a limited run in theaters and gave moviegoers a glimpse of this much-awaited series, has left audiences captivated and in awe, raising …
Read More »Hundreds of Gordon Lightfoot fans pay respects to late Canadian musical icon
More than 1,000 fans poured through a public visitation Sunday in Gordon Lightfoot’s hometown in central Ontario to say goodbye to the folk singer-songwriter. The legendary Canadian artist died May 1 at the age of 84 from natural causes. Fans flock to Gordon Lightfoot’s hometown to say goodbye People lined …
Read More »Guiao eyes ‘bigs’ in PBA draft
Yeng Guiao PBA PHOTO Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao is taking the long offseason break as an opportunity to evaluate the team’s assets, as well as carefully study the incoming pool of talent that will be throwing its hat in the 2023 PBA Rookie Draft slated some time this …
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