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The rainy season has started, so the state weather agency has declared. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) declared the “onset of the country’s rainy season on Wednesday, May 29 with the occurrence of scattered rain showers, frequent thunderstorms, the passage of Typhoon ‘Aghon,’ and the prevalence …

Filipinos can get their hands on the most powerful and stylish smartphone this year nationwide as Huawei's latest line of smartphones, the Pura 70 Series, is fast approaching in the Philippines. Pre-orders for the Huawei Pura 70 series have already begun, both online and in physical stores, but as the …

Actress Chie Filomeno was recently launched as the first ambassador and endorser of SkeenCare, a proudly local skin care brand. Filomeno's reveal was in line with the anniversary celebration and product launch occurred of the brand at the Grand Hyatt Manila. The event, titled “SkeenCare Glamour & Glow,” truly lived …

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 …

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 …

As Nissan issues a ‘do not drive’ warning for 48,000 vehicles in Canada — and urges car owners to get their recalled vehicles repaired — here’s what you need to know to know about Canada’s recall system, and how to ensure that your car isn’t overdue for a safety recall.  …

The bustling city landscape of Metro Manila is photographed on January 30, 2024. (STAR / Ernie Penaredondo)  MANILA, Philippines — The country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth will likely accelerate to 5.9 percent in the second quarter from 5.7 percent in the first quarter, supported by high employment, government spending …

Mortgage debt grew at its slowest pace in 23 years in February, amid high borrowing costs and reservations related to the Bank of Canada’s key interest rate — but the slowdown likely won’t last, according to Canada’s housing agency. Higher home sales and prices forecast in the coming years. Mortgage …

A fist-sized piece of granite pulled from a strawberry patch speaks to the history hidden beneath the paved streets and manicured yards in Saskatoon.  ‘Grooved maul’ likely used at buffalo processing site at what is now city’s southern edge. It’s a fist-sized piece of granite that speaks to the history …

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, …