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THE Pag-asa Cays in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) are in a “degraded” state with low coral and fish diversity and abundance, according to the findings of marine scientific research carried out by the Philippines. In a media briefing on Saturday, Dr. Jonathan Anticamara from the University of the Philippines …

While not a formal famine declaration, World Food Programme executive director Cindy McCain said that based on the “horror” on the ground, “There is famine, full-blown famine, in the north, and it’s moving its way south.”  Israel closes a border crossing after Hamas rocket attack there wounds 10, reports say. …

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau touted Canada as a “rule-of-law country” in comments on Saturday about arrests made in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader, as he sought to reassure Sikh Canadians that persecution won’t be tolerated.  Comments come day after 3 Indian men charged with murder in Hardeep Singh …

Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine’s government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the military.  Petition warns of online casinos using patriotic-themed ads and tactics to lure soldiers. Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine’s government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the …

Gvanvapi mosque in the holy city of Varanasi is one of hundreds of mosques and other Muslim sites being targeted by Hindu nationalist groups in India. The petitioners say they want to restore previously destroyed Hindu holy sites, but some historians accuse the groups of aggressively attempting to rewrite history.  …

London Drugs says it is gradually reopening its stores across Western Canada, six days after the retail and pharmacy chain shuttered all locations, due to a cybersecurity incident. Nearly 80 stores in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba have been closed since April 28. London Drugs is gradually reopening its stores …

This year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day carries a heavier weight than usual for many Jews around the world.  ‘I don’t want to lose my home again,’ says 80-year-old Judith Tzamir. When Hamas fighters invaded southern Israel on Oct. 7, the militant group that rules the Gaza Strip perpetrated the deadliest attack …

Airline president says work stoppages could begin as early as Tuesday at noon MT. Calgary-based airline and union have been negotiating new contract since September. WestJet has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the union representing the Calgary-based airline’s mechanics. The notice paves the way for a work stoppage to …

One person is dead after a collision on Highway 401 in Milton early Sunday morning, Ontario Provincial Police say. Emergency crews were called for a report of a collision in the eastbound lanes near Guelph Line at around 3:30 a.m. OPP said one person was pronounced dead and another was …

Bringing together over 70 guest brands, house labels, and social enterprises Back and bigger than ever! Returning this May 2 to 9 at Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall – Kultura Filipino Design Studio: Made in the Philippines edition. The event is a welcoming, community-based space that fosters connections between like-minded …