The federal government will expect public servants back in the office three days a week beginning later this year, a federal government source confirmed to Radio-Canada. Major public sector unions say news came without warning or consultation The federal government will expect public servants back in the office three days …
Read More »More stores are ditching self-checkout amid theft and customer complaints
It was predicted that the all-self-checkout format would eventually become the norm. But, instead, several big box chains in Canada and the U.S. continue to ditch self-checkout machines at a number of their stores. Some experts and retailers say, in many cases, theft is the main culprit. Giant Tiger store …
Read More »Hotter days ahead; heat indexes to soar
THE state-run weather bureau on Monday warned of much hotter days ahead and heat indexes at extremely dangerous levels that would last until the second week of May. Aside from the dry season, the soaring temperatures and heat indexes are being triggered by the El Niño phenomenon, although this has …
Read More »Media urged to counter Chinese propaganda
THE government on Monday called on media to expose and push back against China's “twisted and baseless narratives” about the West Philippine Sea (WPS), particularly its insistence that the two sides had reached a “gentleman's agreement” on how to deal with Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal. The National Security Council (NSC) …
Read More »Family doctor closing practice 2 years after starting work in P.E.I.
A doctor who has been practicing on Prince Edward Island for a little more than two years is calling it quits. Health P.E.I. confirmed that Dr. Ching Ling Yoong will close her practice at the Parkdale Medical Centre in Charlottetown on May 6. In a statement to CBC News, Health …
Read More »4 killed, including infant, in crash that closed Highway 401
Four people were killed, including an infant, in a crash on Highway 401 in Whitby on Monday during a police pursuit that began with a call about a robbery, Ontario's police watchdog says. Collision related to police pursuit of robbery suspect Four people were killed, including an infant, in a …
Read More »Murder trial underway for son accused of dismembering mother
WARNING: This story contains graphic and disturbing details of violence. The trial of a Toronto man who is accused of brutally stabbing his mother to death in their Leslieville condo and dismembering her body in March 2022 got underway this week. On Monday, assistant Crown attorney Jay Spare told a …
Read More »McGill asks police for help as pro-Palestinian encampment enters fourth day
In a statement sent to McGill staff and students Tuesday, McGill University president Deep Saini said the university is resorting to the police after officials “failed to reach a resolution” with protesters Monday. Police say 'no crime is being committed' at the encampment The president of McGill University says officials …
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. Register to unlock this article Register to read this story and more for …
Read More »Government borrowing plan soars to P2.6 trillion
The Marcos administration plans to borrow more funds this year than initially planned, the Department of Finance (DOF) announced. In a statement, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said on Monday, April 29, that the national government plans to borrow P2.57 trillion in 2024. The funds will be sourced from both …
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