Jema Galanza was the heart that kept on beating for Creamline as she practically willed her team back to critical deficits in the last two sets en route to the win./PVL Media Bureau Games Sunday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4 p.m. – Creamline vs Chery Tiggo 6 p.m. – Choco Mucho …
Read More »Life’s a Peach
PEACH CORNER. Thai actor Peach Chirathivat has been dubbed the ‘crazy rich Bangkokian’ for his success and entrepreneurial spirit Thai star Peach Pachara fries up success with Potato Corner From Bangkok, Thailand emerges a multislashie who has captured hearts and stirred viewers’ imaginations. Tagged as a “crazy rich Bangkokian” by …
Read More »Vhong Navarro wins serious illegal detention case vs Cedric Lee, Deniece Cornejo
Businessman Cedric Lee and former model Deniece Cornejo were found guilty in the serious illegal detention case filed by television and comedian Ferdinand ‘Vhong‘ Navarro. The Taguig Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 153 sentenced Lee, Cornejo, and two other respondents—Ferdinand Guerrero and Simeon Raz—to reclusion perpetua (perpetual imprisonment). They were also …
Read More »The Agoncillos are frugal and proud
Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncilo share why budgeting is a must in their household Despite the level of stardom Judy Ann Santos and her husband Ryan Agoncillo pull in showbiz, the way they raise their family only draws them closer to the masses. Proof is in the snippets they …
Read More »Maxey magic fires Sixers past Knicks
NEW YORK CITY: Tyrese Maxey produced a 46-point gem as the Philadelphia 76ers stunned the New York Knicks, 112-106, in overtime to keep their NBA Eastern Conference playoff hopes alive on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila). Maxey led the Sixers back from the brink of defeat in the fourth quarter with …
Read More »Winnipeg drive-by shooting connected with extortion, shootings in Alberta: Edmonton police
A drive-by shooting in northwest Winnipeg last Christmas Eve is connected with a rash of extortion incidents and two other shootings targeting home builders in the Edmonton area, according to police in that city. Edmonton police say a home in Winnipeg’s Meadows West/Maples area was shot at 8 times on …
Read More »HSBC says chief executive ‘to retire’
HONG KONG: Banking giant HSBC said on Tuesday that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Noel Quinn would retire after overseeing a “successful transformation” of the firm and record profits during almost five years in charge. The surprise news came as the lender reported that pretax profits in the first quarter fell …
Read More »Toronto Native Plant Market helps gardeners boost local biodiversity
In this week’s issue of our environment newsletter, we learn how native plants help boost biodiversity in your garden, get an update on global and federal action on plastic pollution and get tips for making your wardrobe more sustainable. Also: Tips to make your wardrobe more sustainable. Our planet is …
Read More »Chinese harassment detrimental to peace – US
THE United States said the repeated harassment of Philippine vessels by Chinese ships near Scarborough Reef (Panatag Shoal) is detrimental to regional peace and stability. The China Coast Guard (CCG) and Chinese Maritime Militia vessels on Tuesday water cannoned and rammed vessels of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the …
Read More »Ortigas’ iconic hotels get revamp
The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, two iconic hotels in Ortigas unveiled its newly-renovated rooms and enhanced guest experience. Holiday Inn Manila Galleria rooms are refreshed to provide contemporary style and soothing ambiance. Business travelers, leisure seekers, and families and friends alike can enjoy the renewed …
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