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The $1.9-billion federal Indian boarding home settlement agreement is designed to make it easier to make claims than previous settlements for Indigenous people, but it doesn’t include a recommendation for an official apology — something survivors say they still want. Ottawa paid non-Indigenous families to house Indigenous children — many …

Cleaning contaminated surfaces in hospitals is critically important to protect patients from drug-resistant superbugs, which are on the rise. But some infectious diseases experts say recent moves to outsource hospital services could compromise the standards of cleanliness and result in poorer infection controls. Hospital housekeeping staff are often seen as …

Lemon Herb Parmesan Chicken Risotto Style/Photo release  MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos love rice in their meals. Most simply cannot do without it. So, aside from plain steamed rice, Sinangag (garlic rice) and Bringhe (Kapampangan yellow rice), many have also grown to love Chinese fried rice, Spanish Paella, Thai Bagoong Rice, Singaporean Hainanese Chicken …

This undated photo shows of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) building in Manila. (Jay Directo / AFP)  MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is expected to lose at least P20 billion annually if the government will heed the call to ban Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). This is according to …

Rianne Malixi of The Philipines plays her tee shot on the 12th hole during the first round of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur at the Champions Retreat Golf Course on April 03, 2024 in Evans, Georgia. (David Cannon / Getty Images via AFP) MANILA, Philippines – Rianne Malixi is poised …

Budget airlines have a hard time staying in business in Canada, an issue the Competition Bureau is looking into. As the CEO of the country’s remaining ultra-low-cost domestic airline prepares to retire, Stephen Jones talks about what he thinks needs to change.  Stephen Jones tells CBC’s Ian Hanomansing why the …

Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo  Happy Father’s Day indeed! After getting married in March, actress Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo surprised netizens by debuting her baby bump on an Instagram post on June 16. Enjoying their time on the beach, Ria wrote a heartfelt message for Zanjoe in her post. “To …

In a fast-paced world, finding a sanctuary of like-minded, empowered women can be a ray of light. Beautiful Soul Sisters is exactly that — a group of remarkable women who have carved their path to success and now illuminate the lives of others with their generosity and spirit. Let me …

Kim Chiu is on a roll these days — her new endorsement deals continue to pour in while brands that have trusted her in years past continue to renew their partnership with the in-demand actress and host. One of them is Megasoft Hygienic Products Inc. — makers of Sisters Napkins …

Competition is at an all-time high for the seventh edition of The Eddys Choice or Entertainment Editors’ Choice for movies of of the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd). Five top-notch films released in theaters and online platforms last year, which made a significant impact and left a mark on …