Actress Bea Alonzo (right) stars in ‘1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom’ as Diwata Film producer Francis Ho recently addressed the controversy surrounding the filming of 1521. During a recent media interview, Ho apologized to actress and 1521 lead star Bea Alonzo for any mistakes he made as a …
Read More »Neuralink looks to the public to solve a seemingly impossible problem
Elon Musk’s startup Neuralink is pitched as a brain implant that will let people control computers and other devices using their thoughts. Turning brain signals into computer inputs means transmitting a lot of data very quickly. Now, the company is seeking a new algorithm that can transmit that data in …
Read More »Doug Ford’s change to booze sales could cost far more than $225M
Premier Doug Ford's push to get beer and wine into convenience stores ahead of schedule will cost Ontario taxpayers at least $225 million, but there's evidence the full price tag could add up to hundreds of millions more. Bonnie Crombie calls deal a 'billion dollar booze boondoggle,' but government disputes …
Read More »Windsor’s plan for a shiny and new downtown has advocates hoping it remains a place ‘for all of us’
Downtown Windsor is grappling to deal with an increase in homelessness and people facing substance use and mental health challenges — among the issues the southwestern Ontario city's revitalization plan hopes to address. But questions are being raised about what this means for vulnerable individuals. Ontario city's revitalization plan raises …
Read More »165 days at sea, no GPS: Quebecer joined international crew for global race
Catheryne Langford sailed around the world for more than five months, and was the only Canadian to take part in the inaugural international race for amateur sailors. Founder wanted to create a 1970s racing experience for amateur sailors Catheryne Langford was at the start of a five-and-a-half month sailing voyage …
Read More »Missing mother of 2 found dead near Dawson Creek, B.C.
RCMP say human remains found near Dawson Creek, B.C., have been identified as a woman who was reported missing late last year. Renee Didier, who police say sometimes used the surname Supernant, was found on May 18 near the Kiskatinaw River, which runs west of the northeastern B.C. city. The …
Read More »2K people buried in Papua landslide
PORT MORESBY — More than 2,000 people have been buried in a Papua New Guinea landslide that destroyed a remote highland village, the government warned Monday as it called for international help in the rescue effort. The once-bustling hillside village in Enga province was almost wiped out when a chunk …
Read More »Dressing the home with global statement pieces
Crate and Barrel brings globally-inspired statement pieces to its new collection, inviting home designers to transform their spaces into an oasis of contemporary comfort. Discover the Modern Organic Home, a beautifully curated aesthetic packed with mixed materials, sculptured curves and travel-inspired finds; as well as exciting collaborations with interior designer …
Read More »How Marian Rivera creates happy childhood for her kids
Followers of Marian Rivera — who have seen her children Zia and Sixto grow before their eyes — know that of all the roles she has played throughout her life, she takes utmost pride in being a mother. Her social media pages are filled with precious moments with her children, …
Read More »Sanctity of an empty shell
“Just as individuals have the freedom to enter into a marriage, they should also have the option to exit one that imprisons them in unhappiness and discontent. The Philippines stands on its lonesome — okay with the Vatican, where Catholic ministers have celibacy vows to start with — as a …
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