A drive-by shooting in northwest Winnipeg last Christmas Eve is connected with a rash of extortion incidents and two other shootings targeting home builders in the Edmonton area, according to police in that city. Edmonton police say a home in Winnipeg’s Meadows West/Maples area was shot at 8 times on …
Read More »HSBC says chief executive ‘to retire’
HONG KONG: Banking giant HSBC said on Tuesday that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Noel Quinn would retire after overseeing a “successful transformation” of the firm and record profits during almost five years in charge. The surprise news came as the lender reported that pretax profits in the first quarter fell …
Read More »Toronto Native Plant Market helps gardeners boost local biodiversity
In this week’s issue of our environment newsletter, we learn how native plants help boost biodiversity in your garden, get an update on global and federal action on plastic pollution and get tips for making your wardrobe more sustainable. Also: Tips to make your wardrobe more sustainable. Our planet is …
Read More »PBBM’s handiwork
“The BBL then was proving to be a divisive measure not only in Mindanao but the nation as a whole since it involved the possibility of treason over the carving up of the country’s patrimony.” In warning those seeking to destabilize the Bangsamoro region, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants to …
Read More »‘Gov’t project, do not delay’
“By giving Republic Act 11861 some muscle, the government can truly make a difference in the lives of single parents.” It’s about time that Republic Act 11861, or the Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act, was enforced. The Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act, signed into law less than two years ago …
Read More »China Coast Guard becoming ‘more aggressive’ — Philippines
Screengrab from Philippine Coast Guard shows a Philippine vessel being water cannoned by the China Coast Guard on April 30, 2024./Screengrab from Philippine Coast Guard MANILA, Philippines — China’s coast guard has become more aggressive towards Philippine vessels in the South China Sea and its water cannon attacks could threaten …
Read More »Marcos calls for review of minimum wage rates
People walk with umbrellas during a heatwave in Manila on April 29, 2024. (AFP / Ted Aljibe) MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday ordered a review of minimum wage rates across the archipelago, taking into account the impact of rising prices of goods and services. Groups have …
Read More »Filipino workers’ sweat and toil build the nation — Marcos
President Marcos on Wednesday, May 1, honored the Filipino workers, who he said have built the country through their sweat and toil, day in and day out, to provide for their families. Marcos joined the Filipino workers in celebrating Labor Day, saying the nation recognizes their invaluable contributions. He said their “grit …
Read More »Herbosa admits knowledge of gifts drug companies give to physicians
Department of Health Secretary Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa HEALTH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa on Tuesday claimed innocence of the alleged multi-level marketing schemes in the medical industry, but admitted awareness of the perks being given to doctors by pharmaceutical firms. Herbosa made the admission during the first hearing of the Senate Committee on Health …
Read More »DBM supports more funding for cervical cancer vaccines
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has thrown its support behind the call from health experts to expand the immunization program against the human papillomavirus (HPV) in a bid to reduce cervical cancer cases in the Philippines. In a statement on Wednesday, May 1, Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman …
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