Alberta’s fire statistics were less dire Tuesday with fewer active and out of control blazes than the previous day and 5,000 fewer people among the ranks of evacuees but officials warn that the danger is still high and things can change in an instant. Conditions particularly dire in northernmost communities. …
Read More »JCI Manila reinforces support for cerebral palsy awareness advocacy with symposium, book launch
Cerebral palsy is a lifelong physical disability that affects millions around the world hence, it is important to raise awareness about this condition. Knowledge about the causes, symptoms and treatments of cerebral palsy should be spread so that those suffering from it can receive the best possible care, support and …
Read More »Dead Sea marathon
The Dead Sea is actually a 605-square-kilometer lake, landlocked by Israel, Jordan and Israel’s West Bank, and is the lowest point on earth, at 1400 feet below sea level. It earned its name because its 332 percent salinity, ten times that of the oceans, prevents any macroscopic aquatic organisms, such …
Read More »Celeb mom Neri Naig’s home safety tips
Celebrity mom Neri Naig-Miranda makes it a priority to ensure that her husband, musician Chito, and children Miggy and Cash can bond in comfortable and safe surroundings. “If we’re not busy with work or school, we make it a point to bond as we believe that spending quality time with …
Read More »Meryll Soriano goes after her dream
The actress swears that whatever it takes, she will direct at least one film in this lifetime. INSTAGRAM PHOTO/MERYLLSORIANO AS the truism goes, “Life begins at 40.” And as far as her showbiz career is concerned, there’s no stopping Meryll Soriano from chasing her dream to direct a film once …
Read More »China exports up 8.5% in April
CHARGING FORWARD Driverless trucks move shipping containers at a port in Tianjin, China on Jan. 16, 2023. Chinese exports grew in April by 8.5 percent to $295.4 billion compared with a year earlier despite weakening global demand. AP PHOTO BEIJING: Chinese exports grew 8.5 percent in April, showing more unexpected …
Read More »Toronto gynecologist given 4-month suspension for dishonourable conduct
A gynecologist at the centre of a years-long CBC investigation has had his medical licence suspended for four months following a regulatory hearing. “It is important to note that Dr. Gerber did not plead guilty to the allegations against him, but rather he pleaded ‘no contest,'” his lawyer said. Regulator …
Read More »Canada was left out of key trilateral defence pact. That’s a problem, says report from U.S. think-tank
Canada was left out of the trilateral defence and security pact known as AUKUS — and a new report by a respected American think-tank says Ottawa must overcome its apparent indifference to the deal or risk being left behind by allies. Former Australian prime minister says Canada’s unwillingness to adopt …
Read More »Human remains found near home on Big Island Lake Cree Nation after remains found in landfill last month: RCMP
RCMP in northern Saskatchewan are investigating the discovery of human remains in Big Island Lake Cree Nation. On May 3 at about 9:40 p.m. Pierceland RCMP received a report of human remains being found near a home in the community about 320 kilometres northwest of Saskatoon. Pierceland RCMP responded immediately …
Read More »Sask. lotto winner shares heartwarming reason why he didn’t celebrate right away
A Saskatchewan man was thrilled to find out he had won the lottery one morning, but decided to keep the win a secret and go back to bed to not wake up his sleeping wife. Abernethy resident Stan Ismond woke up on April 1 with a big surprise. He checked …
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