Home sales and new home construction both drop in April

The annual rate of housing starts in Canada fell slightly by one per cent compared with March 2024, while the number of residential home sales dropped in the same period of time, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.  New housing starts and …

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Fostering sustainability through turtle bins

The turtle bins installation designed by artist John Parmisano Athena launches Pawi-CAN waste management project Improper waste disposal has led to numerous problems for the environment such as the destruction of ecosystems, the increased frequency and intensity of natural disasters, the endangerment of marine life, and many more. Such occurrences …

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‘Nice To Meet Ya,’ Niall!

Niall Horan rose to stardom as a member of the global boy band sensation One Direction  After six years, singer-songwriter Niall Horan made his way back to Manila on May 13, for his Niall Horan: The Show Live On Tour concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena presented by Live Nation Philippines. …

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U.S. raises tariffs significantly on EVs, other goods from China

The U.S. plans to slap new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, advanced batteries, solar cells, steel, aluminum and medical equipment — an election-year move that’s likely to increase friction between the world’s two largest economies.  Tariffs, to be phased in over next 3 years, include on EVs, solar cells, steel, …

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