UPHOLD HUMAN RIGHTS. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday (June 6, 2024) expresses concerns about the rising conflict in Myanmar, stressing that those responsible for the human rights violations must be held accountable. He called for unified international response, noting the regional implications of the violence in Myanmar. (Photo by …
Read More »CBSA workers poised to begin job action today. Here’s how it may impact you and the borders
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers are in a legal strike position and their union has set a deadline of this afternoon before job action could start. Here are answers to questions about how this could impact you at Canada-U.S. borders. The union has set a deadline of 4 p.m. …
Read More »SpaceX launches, lands 4th test launch of its 37-storey Starship rocket
Hot on the heels of the successful crewed launch of Boeing’s new CST-100 Starliner on Wednesday, we have another rocket launch: This time it’s SpaceX’s massive Starship, which is meant to shuttle astronauts to the moon in 2026. Main goals are to land 1st stage in Gulf of Mexico and …
Read More »First Nations hockey fans rally around the Oilers as they fight for the Stanley Cup
Oilers fever is high across the country, particularly among First Nations people, who have always loved the game. ‘I have really vivid memories of being at my great grandpa’s house, watching the Oilers play.’ Oilers fever is high across the country, particularly among First Nations people, who have always loved …
Read More »BRICS Bank exec cites need for multipolar economy
MULTIPOLAR ECONOMY. Former Brazil President Dilma Rousseff, who is the current president of the New Development Bank, underscored the need to have a multipolar economy to lessen the risk of global economic instability caused by issues in large economies. In her speech Thursday (June 6, 2024) during the St. Petersburg …
Read More »Andreeva shocks ailing Sabalenka
Jasmine Paolini (STAR / File) PARIS, France – Mirra Andreeva became the youngest Grand Slam semifinalist for 27 years with a shock win over Aryna Sabalenka on Wednesday at the French Open, after fourth seed Elena Rybakina was knocked out by Italy’s Jasmine Paolini. The 17-year-old Andreeva fought back from …
Read More »Almodal showcases masterpiece collections
Fashion designer Leo Almodal is known for his elegant and intricately designed gowns which have been worn by many beauty queens and celebrities Beauty queens and celebrities’ favorite designer is set to stage the most anticipated fashion event of the year. Aura Events Management and Almodal Masterpiece are holding The …
Read More »Junior golfer shines as Lee humbles Ikeda in playoff
Jiwon Lee receives the traditional celebratory dousing from her co-players. Manny Marcelo CABANATUAN City—In an exceptional display of skill and composure rarely seen in a junior golfer, Jiwon Lee clinched the ICTSI Lakewood Championship, upstaging some of the country’s top professionals, including Chihiro Ikeda, whom she edged out on the …
Read More »Watermain break in northwest Calgary triggers Alberta Emergency Alert that supply in critical state
A watermain break that left hundreds of homes without water Wednesday evening has triggered an Alberta Emergency Alert warning that Calgary’s water supply is in a critical state. ‘Do not shower or bath. Do not wash dishes, or run appliances that use water,’ alert said. Watermain break update City officials …
Read More »Local celebs’ go-to restaurants, catering services
Mamou’s Cippolo pasta as complement to the prime dry-aged steak. (STAR / File) Local celebrities, too, have their go-to restaurants where they would dine with their loved ones and cater food from there whenever they hold special events. The likes of celebrity couple Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, for example, …
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