The Russian-Ukrainian war has killed tens of thousands of Ukrainian soldiers. As it grinds on, and as Russia continues to strike Ukrainian cities with missiles, bombs and drones, there is a growing weariness among many Ukrainians, who are exhausted by fear and grief and struggle to see an end to …
Read More »Dusting off hospital cleaning measures would help keep patients safer from superbugs, doctors say
Cleaning contaminated surfaces in hospitals is critically important to protect patients from drug-resistant superbugs, which are on the rise. But some infectious diseases experts say recent moves to outsource hospital services could compromise the standards of cleanliness and result in poorer infection controls. Hospital housekeeping staff are often seen as …
Read More »Protecting trainers Canada’s priority as France pushes new mission in Ukraine, top soldier says
Protecting military trainers in the event they're deployed back into Ukraine is the top consideration for Canadian defence planners as France steps up pressure on allies to join its training initiative, Canada's top military commander says. Paris has been inviting allies to take part in a new training mission inside …
Read More »Chilly pattern brings stormy, snowy weekend to B.C.
A cool and dreary weekend is on tap across British Columbia as an active storm track drapes across the West Coast. Chilly temperatures and a risk for thunderstorms will pop up throughout southern B.C. to start the weekend, tapering to a potential for showers by Sunday. Even though we’re rapidly …
Read More »Baguio needs road congestion pricing
LESSER traffic, cleaner air, easier travel may soon be coming to Baguio City. The city government under Mayor Benjamin Magalong is considering working with Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) on a smart urban mobility project with road congestion pricing as a main component. Road congestion pricing works much like a …
Read More »BoJ to scale down its bond-buying program
TOKYO — The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is expected to hold interest rates steady on Friday but reports have said it could gradually reduce its vast hoard of government bonds as it shifts away from a long-running ultra-loose monetary policy. The central bank raised rates in March for the first …
Read More »Tesla CEO Musk to get huge payout
NEW YORK — Tesla shareholders voted in favor of a huge compensation package for Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Elon Musk, endorsing the potential windfall after a Delaware court invalidated it, a company official said on Thursday. Based on preliminary vote results, investors backed a plan of up to $56 billion …
Read More »Celebrating the power of ‘Beautiful Soul Sisters’
In a fast-paced world, finding a sanctuary of like-minded, empowered women can be a ray of light. Beautiful Soul Sisters is exactly that — a group of remarkable women who have carved their path to success and now illuminate the lives of others with their generosity and spirit. Let me …
Read More »Gift ideas to celebrate Father’s Day 2024
As Father's Day approaches, everyone is pulling out all the stops to ensure dads feel celebrated and appreciated. Whether shopping for stylish clothing, cutting-edge technology, or thoughtful gifts, here are some gift ideas to have everyone covered. Timeless style statements Old Navy is synonymous with family-friendly fashion, and this Father's …
Read More »A ‘Mega’ renewal for Kim Chiu
Kim Chiu is on a roll these days — her new endorsement deals continue to pour in while brands that have trusted her in years past continue to renew their partnership with the in-demand actress and host. One of them is Megasoft Hygienic Products Inc. — makers of Sisters Napkins …
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