Three food trucks have withdrawn from participating in Pride events in a town in southern Manitoba after receiving threats of vandalism, the president of Pembina Valley Pride says. 3 food trucks have withdrawn from participating in Pride events in Altona this weekend. WARNING: This file contains descriptions of homophobia. Three …
Read More »Why now for the Edmonton Oilers? A primer on the Stanley Cup hopes of Canada’s northernmost NHL team
Canada’s northernmost NHL team is seeking to do what none of its peers on this side of the border have been able to do during the lifetime of Connor McDavid: Take home the Stanley Cup. Oilers seeking to bring home first Cup during lifetime of current captain Connor McDavid. Canada’s …
Read More »Classical culture can be gateway to economic growth
ITALIAN Ambassador to the Philippines Marco Clemente on Thursday urged the Philippines to embrace opera as a cornerstone of its cultural tourism strategy. “I’m a strong believer of the opera. Opera is the only form of art which is capable to attract foreign tourists,” Clemente said at The Manila Times …
Read More »ArenaPlus brings fun-filled Star Magic All Star Games 2024
ArenaPlus, your 24/7 sports betting app, added more fun and entertainment to the most anticipated Star Magic All Star Games 2024 on June 3, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. (ArenaPlus) ArenaPlus has been with the ABS-CBN Star Magic in providing enjoyable activities designed to bring their favorite artists closer to …
Read More »Beermen rally vs Bolts to equalize PBA Finals at 1-1
CJ Perez (77) had a finals career-high of 34 points./PBA Images MANILA, Philippines — The San Miguel Beermen completed a massive come-from-behind win against the Meralco Bolts, 95-94, to tie the best-of-seven PBA Philippine Cup finals at one game apiece Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. CJ Perez erupted for …
Read More »Thailand to monitor ‘Jurassic World’ filming over environmental concerns
Shooting for the film will take place in several places in Bangkok Thai officials have given Jurassic World producers a stern warning not to damage beaches and national parks when they film the next installment of the blockbuster franchise in the country. Hollywood superstar Scarlett Johansson has reportedly been lined …
Read More »This fun run aims to support national athletes
Southstar Drug, Maxicare team up for this year’s Run for Wellness To maintain a healthy lifestyle, one should engage in regular physical activities and exercises. Southstar Drug and Maxicare encourage Filipinos to sprint toward their best lives and become champions of their own through Run for Wellness. Now in its …
Read More »Canadian retailer Simons is expanding. Can it succeed where its peers couldn’t?
With a 10-store presence in Quebec, and a handful of others sprinkled between Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Halifax, Simons is opening two locations in Toronto this year at Yorkdale Shopping Mall and the Eaton Centre, in additions to locations in Mississauga and Ottawa. Retail analysts say Simons doesn’t have problems …
Read More »PDIC recommends depositing in banks than e-wallets for better security
File photo shows a person at an ATM/Pixabay MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) is encouraging Filipinos to recognize the personal and national value of depositing in banks for better financial security. The PDIC is marking this June 16 to 22 as Deposit Protection Awareness Week (DPAW), …
Read More »Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 reveals nominees: ENHYPEN, SB19, BLACKPINK
Nickelodeon unveiled the nominations for the Kids’ Choice Awards (KCA) 2024 including 50 first-time nominees in film, television, music and sports. Nominees for the Favorite Asian Act category are ENHYPEN, Iman Troye, NiziU, SB19 and Tiara Andini. In the Global category, BLACKPINK got nominated for Global Music Star while BlackPink: …
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