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In a ruling posted earlier this week, Justice Carla L. Forth called the actions of the accused, Hayden Chokrev-Evans, “predatory.” Judge says acts showed ‘high level of violence and callous disregard’ for the victim. Warning: This story contains graphic details related to sexual assault A 23-year-old man who worked for …

Kapamilya actress Elisse Joson is embracing a new chapter in her life — as a mother to her three-year-old daughter Felize with actor McCoy de Leon. Despite the demands of motherhood, however, Joson continues to prioritize her skincare routine and overall wellness. At her grand reveal as the face of …

The candidates of the 60th Binibining Pilipinas bring the heat to the competition as they strut The Lagoon at Gateway Mall 2 in stunning swimsuits on May 27. The delegates showcased in the sultry fashion show the latest creations from Dia Ali by Justine Aliman. They donned four different styles …

Judicial vacancies, the increasing complexity of cases and a shortage of lawyers are all contributing to charges being tossed due to unreasonable delays, people working in the justice system say. Complex cases, judicial vacancies and a lack of lawyers all contribute to delays. Two and a half years after Norman …

The 74-year-old was in hospital after being the target of what Correctional Service Canada called a “major assault” on May 19 at the maximum security Port-Cartier Institution, about 480 kilometres northeast of Quebec City. Pickton was found guilty of murdering 6 women but bragged about killing 49. WARNING: This article …

Kate Dooley, who lived in Yellowknife, died in December 2019. (Submitted by Kimberley Smale. ) A woman who lived in Yellowknife has been identified as a U.S. fugitive wanted in connection with a fatal drunk driving crash in Scottsdale, Ariz, police say. Gloria Schulze, who lived in Yellowknife under the …

A Trenton, Ont., family plans to pursue a civil lawsuit over the death of their 16-year-old son after he was allegedly left unattended in a private room at a local high school earlier this month. Landyn Ferris was a Grade 10 student at Trenton High School who had Dravet syndrome, …

In light of the country’s expected slower growth this year, the economic managers have adjusted downward the projected tax collections for the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC). Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman confirmed to Manila Bulletin on Saturday, June 1, that the Development Budget Coordination Committee …

Carlo Paalam (Photo courtesy of AIBA) MANILA – Boxer Carlo Paalam booked a return trip to the Olympics after a unanimous decision win over India’s Sachin Siwach in the men’s 57 kg semifinals at the 2nd World Boxing Olympic Qualification held at Indoor Stadium Huamark in Bangkok, Thailand on Saturday night. It …

Statistics Canada says spending by Canadian households helped the economy grow at an annualized rate of 1.7 per cent in the first three months of the year.  Economists say this may increase odds of Bank of Canada interest rate cut. Spending by Canadian households helped the economy grow at an …