As part of its commitment to be a force for good, Canva Philippines supports environmental recuperation through Project RegAIN (Forest Restoration and Regenerative Agroforestry for Indigenous Well-being and Nature), a collaborative initiative with the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF)./Klaus Nigge / Philippine Eagle Foundation, release MANILA, Philippines — Air pollution, plastic …
Read More »Erehwon Center stages free musical honoring Andres Bonifacio
Jerry Dadap’s ‘Ang Pagpaslang kay Andres Bonifacio (The Death of Andres Bonifacio)’ earns praise for its ability to foster patriotism within the hearts of listeners Erehwon Center for the Arts commemorates the 127th death anniversary of Andres Bonifacio, the revered hero of the masses, with a free theatrical presentation. Ang …
Read More »‘ECOmmitment’: Corporate Social Responsibility programs highlight environmental protection
As part of its commitment to be a force for good, Canva Philippines supports environmental recuperation through Project RegAIN (Forest Restoration and Regenerative Agroforestry for Indigenous Well-being and Nature), a collaborative initiative with the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF)./Klaus Nigge / Philippine Eagle Foundation, release MANILA, Philippines — Air pollution, plastic …
Read More »Choco Mucho bucks Creamline curse
It was also Choco Mucho’s breakthrough triumph over its elder sister after dropping their first 12 outings, including an excruciating 25-17, 25-22, 25-19 elimination round setback on April 19 at the Big Dome./PVL Media Bureau Games Thursday (PhilSports Arena) 4 p.m. – Petro Gazz vs Creamline 6 p.m. – Chery …
Read More »London Drugs closes stores until further notice due to cyberattack
Retail and pharmacy chain London Drugs says it was the “victim of a cybersecurity incident” Sunday and has shuttered its stores across western Canada until further notice. Retailer operates nearly 80 stores across B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Cyberattack closes all London Drugs stores All 79 London Drugs locations in …
Read More »P.E.I. farmer worries stray voltage is harming his cattle
WARNING: Some may find this story contains distressing photos or content It started with calf number 123. “He was perfectly fine and drinking on a cow,” said John Gallant, who owns beef cattle on his third-generation farm in St. Timothée, P.E.I., near Wellington. He jumped on his tractor and was …
Read More »Open banking could spur competition, but fintechs say Canada’s moving too slowly
Federal efforts to bring “open banking” to Canada are being welcomed by players in the industry — but there’s also criticism that, after years of waiting, any changes may not come fast enough to encourage innovation or allow smaller financial players compete with larger institutions. ‘WTF is going on, Canada?’ …
Read More »What are microplastics doing to human health? Scientists work to connect the dots
People unknowingly ingest microplastics from what we eat, drink and breathe. Some scientists fear exposure to microplastics could increase vulnerability to heart disease, cancer and other illnesses. While possible links between microplastics and disease are not definitive, researchers are exploring some concerning hints. Negotiations are underway in Ottawa toward a …
Read More »Canadian economy grew 0.2% in February
The Canadian economy grew 0.2 per cent in February, with gains made in transportation and warehousing, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday. January growth was helped by rebound after public sector strike ended in Quebec The Canadian economy grew a modest 0.2 per cent in February, with early estimates for March …
Read More »As wildfire season approaches, remote First Nations prepare to fight from the ground up
First Nations residents in remote areas are the first to smell the smoke and deal with wildfires in Canada. Even with more federal help, many say they're worried this fire season could be devastating. Anxieties as new trainees, emergency staff prepare for possible evacuations, disasters As Calvin Charles sprays water …
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