Robert Bolick PBA PHOTO Explosive guard Robert Bolick is officially joining Japan’s B2 League after inking a two-year pact with the Fukushima Firebonds. The team made the announcement on Monday, May 15 through its official social media platform. “I am very grateful and blessed to be a part of Fukushima …
Read More »Fired exec at TikTok parent firm sues
LEGAL ACTION The logo of TikTok is seen on a smartphone screen in Arlington, Virginia, the United States, Aug. 30, 2020. A former US-based executive of ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok, has sued it for wrongful dismissal, saying he was fired for sounding the alarm over what he …
Read More »TikToker gets biggest acting break in web series ‘Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile’
Still on its winning streak in the retailtainment sector, Puregold Channel is keeping more viewers across the country enthralled by its latest series on YouTube, Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile. Smack dab in the middle of this engaging series is 21-year-old Tiktok sensation Yukii Takahashi, who plays Angge, the …
Read More »Classic pork sinigang recipe
The Philippines’ pork sinigang dish is such a classic staple loved by many, and it’s no surprise that it is regarded as one of the top soup dishes globally. It is comforting, warming and a gateway to lots of childhood memories including our Mom’s or Lola’s kitchen. Don’t we just …
Read More »Netizens call for De Brito resignation
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia: Filipino volleyball fans in social media demanded and have been demanding for the ouster of Philippine women’s volleyball head coach Jorge Souza de Brito, making the hashtag #OustDeBrito especially on Twitter. Philippine women’s volleyball head coach Jorge Souza de Brito PVL PHOTO This, after another medal-less run …
Read More »Vice Media Group files for bankruptcy protection
Vice Media Group, popular for websites such as Vice and Motherboard, filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday to engineer its sale to a group of lenders, capping years of financial difficulties and top-executive departures. Business will continue to operate as it is sold to a consortium of creditors. Vice Media …
Read More »Korean trot singer found dead; suicide note discovered by police
A Korean trot singer was found dead in her dorm on May 12 and the police believed she took her own life after discovering a suicide note. The dead singer was identified as Haesoo (real name Kim Ara), 29, who was found dead at about 10 a.m. KST on May …
Read More »Makati candidate wins Miss Universe Philippines 2023
Miss Universe 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee. Photo from official Miss Universe Philippines Facebook page MAKATI City’s very own Michelle Marquez Dee was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2023 during the pageant’s coronation night held Saturday night at the Mall of Asia Arena. Besting 38 other contestants, the 28-year-old stunner takes home …
Read More »Netflix still charging Canadians who share passwords but not Americans — for now
The extra fee Canadians pay Netflix for the privilege of sharing their passwords with others across multiple locations was supposed to roll out for U.S. customers months ago. Analysts say Netflix is delaying charging Americans due to fears of backlash. Additional charge for U.S. customers delayed by several months despite …
Read More »How the skyrocketing cost of baby formula is hurting families who can least afford it
The price of baby formula in Canada is rising higher than inflation and putting pressure on families that can’t afford to shoulder those cost increases. A prominent infant food insecurity expert says it’s a long-term problem that’s getting worse. Price of infant formula rising higher than inflation. People are having …
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