The bustling city landscape of Metro Manila is photographed on January 30, 2024. (STAR / Ernie Penaredondo) MANILA, Philippines — The country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth will likely accelerate to 5.9 percent in the second quarter from 5.7 percent in the first quarter, supported by high employment, government spending …
Read More »Mortgage debt is growing at its slowest pace in 23 years — but that could be short-lived, says CMHC
Mortgage debt grew at its slowest pace in 23 years in February, amid high borrowing costs and reservations related to the Bank of Canada’s key interest rate — but the slowdown likely won’t last, according to Canada’s housing agency. Higher home sales and prices forecast in the coming years. Mortgage …
Read More »Ancient tool discovered in Saskatoon strawberry patch highlights city’s rich archaeological history
A fist-sized piece of granite pulled from a strawberry patch speaks to the history hidden beneath the paved streets and manicured yards in Saskatoon. ‘Grooved maul’ likely used at buffalo processing site at what is now city’s southern edge. It’s a fist-sized piece of granite that speaks to the history …
Read More »How about lies moratorium?
“China said the anti-trespassing law is contained in the Coast Guard Law of 2021 and the provisions of the edict aim to provide clear and practicable norms. The pernicious fishing “moratorium” that China has imposed in the disputed areas is being made up to be a measure in support of …
Read More »Allegations and implications
“The Senate probe of Mayor Guo, for all intents and purposes, is a pivotal moment for the Philippines, reflecting the intricate interplay between governance, national security, and public trust. As the Senate investigates Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo amid serious allegations regarding her nationality and possible espionage activities, the Philippines …
Read More »Gordon hails Ombudsman for indicting officials in Pharmally mess
Former Senator Richard Gordon recently lauded the Ombudsman’s recommendation to indict government officials involved in the Pharmally scandal as well as Pharmally Pharmaceutical Corporation’s Lin Weixiong for graft and corruption. “I wish to thank the Ombudsman for this action,” said the former chairman of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee. “It …
Read More »Anti-divorce groups in Cebu City to hold mass actions vs measure
CEBU CITY – Anti-divorce groups here will hold mass actions to oppose the passage of the pro-divorce bill into law. “Within the next two months, we will definitely do some concrete action, mass action, prayer rallies,” said Dr. Rene Bullecer, country director of Human Life International (HLI). DR. Rene Bullecer, …
Read More »2020 all over again? DOH says there’s no need for restrictions vs FLiRT variants
(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) The Department of Health (DOH) said on Wednesday, May 29, that the Philippines won’t have to undergo past pandemic restrictions as it intends to take full control regarding the possible effects of the emerging new variants of Covid-19, dubbed “FLiRT”. DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary …
Read More »Mayor Guo wants mom to come out
Bamban Mayor Alice Guo attends a Senate hearing on alleged human trafficking and POGO operations on May 22./Jesse Bustos MANILA, Philippines — Will the real mother of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo please come out? To finally settle questions on her nationality, the camp of the embattled mayor is appealing …
Read More »Marcos arrives in Singapore for Shangri-La Dialogue
Following his State Visit to Brunei Darussalam, President Marcos arrived in Singapore on Wednesday, May 29, to deliver the keynote message for the 21st edition of the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue on Friday. President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. (Malacañang photo) The plane carrying Marcos and his …
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