WASHINGTON, D.C. — Apple on Friday said it would delay the rollout of its recently announced AI features in Europe because of “regulatory uncertainties” linked to the EU’s new landmark legislation to curb the power of big tech. Citing the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), a spokesperson for the …
Read More »Eric Loeppky grateful for Filipino support as Canada goes 3-0 in VNL men’s Manila leg
Eric Loeppky has been savoring the support of Filipino fans as Canada went undefeated in three outings in the Philippine leg of the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) men’s final elimination round. Eric Loeppky of Canada (Volleyball World/VNL) The 25-year-old outside hitter is not entirely unfamiliar with the Filipino crowd as …
Read More »K-pop girl group Red Velvet coming back to Manila for ‘ReVe1uv’ fancon tour
K-pop idol group Red Velvet will be returning to the Philippines for their fancon tour in September. On June 19, Red Velvet announced the dates and venues of their “Red Velvet Fancon Tour in Asia-Happiness: My Dear, ReVe1uv.” In Manila, Red Velvet will hold the fancon on Sept. 14 at …
Read More »‘Lovely Runner’ star Byeon Woo-seok on newfound fame: It’s like a dream
In ‘Lovely Runner,’ Byeon Woo-seok takes on his first-ever lead role as Ryn Sun-jae, a Korean idol who falls in love with a fan, Im Sol. He says, ‘I fell in love with the character. I could totally relate. I actually do love romantic comedies.’ MANILA, Philippines — “Lovely Runner” …
Read More »Maintaining proper posture helps prevent scoliosis: health exec
SCOLIOSIS. The Department of Health spearheads the National Scoliosis Awareness Month every June since 2018. Health authorities are urging the public to maintain proper posture to help prevent having scoliosis, which affects around 3 million Filipinos to date. (Photo courtesy of DOH Ilocos Region) MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – A Department of Health-llocos Region …
Read More »Magnolia star Paul Lee receives ‘Gawad Manileño’ trophy for sports
Paul Lee (center) with Mayor Honey Lacuna and Vice Mayor Yul Servo Basketball star Paul Lee, known as the “Angas ng Tondo,” was recognized by the Manila government for his outstanding achievements in sports. The Magnolia Hotshots’ player in the Philippine Basketball Association received the “Natatanging Manileño sa Larangan ng …
Read More »The stars align for Santa Cruz De Mayo 2024
Sherwin Sozon, Tess Castro, Kate Belosillo, Jenny Tipton, Nathan De Leon The Philippine Heritage Society, under the auspicious leadership of Sherwin Sozon, Nathan De Leon and Tess Castro, and in cooperation with the Intramuros Administration, Filipino Heritage Festival, and Admiral Hotel, proudly presented Santa Cruz De Mayo 2024, a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture …
Read More »Edmonton man gets life sentence, 15 years parole ineligibility in killing of 7-year-old girl
WARNING: This story contains graphic details of violence. The Edmonton man who murdered seven-year-old Bella Desrosiers in front of her mother and little sister will be ineligible for parole for 15 years. Friday’s sentencing comes more than four years after David Moss, in a state of psychosis, stabbed the young …
Read More »Police searching for Cow Head woman connected to missing Stephenville inmate
Police are continuing the search for 31-year-old Tyler Bennett, who escaped from the Stephenville Correctional Centre last week, and are also looking for 36-year-old Pamela Crocker. Police say Crocker could be in the company of Bennett. (RCMP) Police in the Bay St. George area are asking for the public’s help …
Read More »Celebrating Simon Le Bon’s musical journey
Simon Le Bon is known as the lead vocalist and lyricist of Duran Duran I recall feeling great when Duran Duran was finally inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November 2022. Given the band’s enduring popularity and relevance, it deserved the honor long ago. The news …
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