Thousands of WestJet customers are scrambling after the airline cancelled about 40 flights ahead of a possible strike by its plane mechanics this Thursday. 670 workers poised to walk off the job as early as Thursday night. Thousands of WestJet customers are scrambling after the airline cancelled more than 30 …
Read More »A show of Pride in Florida shines a light on the fight against anti-2SLGBTQ policies
Residents of Jacksonville, Fla., lit up a city bridge with rainbow lights to mark the beginning of Pride month after the state’s new rules meant the usual lights wouldn’t happen. The defiant display captured international attention, and advocates say it’s a symbol of how people are fighting back against anti-2SLGBTQ+ …
Read More »Boeing CEO recognizes ‘gravity’ of safety crisis
Photo: AFP WASHINGTON, D.C. — Boeing’s chief executive officer (CEO) acknowledged to a US congressional panel on Tuesday that the company’s culture was imperfect, but insisted the aviation giant was making progress and committed to improving safety. “Our culture is far from perfect, but we are taking action and making …
Read More »Racist incident in Ottawa sparks police investigation, community outrage
A viral video showing two people throwing eggs at a suburban Ottawa home while making racist remarks is sparking outrage across the city and beyond, with neighbours pinning the blame on the household next door that they say is the source of ongoing disturbances. Woman says her family has suffered …
Read More »How Kenneth Moore became the 1st Indigenous person in Canada to win Olympic gold
Kenneth Moore was the first Indigenous person to represent Canada at the Winter Olympics, and the first Indigenous person in Canada to win an Olympic gold medal, in the 1932 Games at Lake Placid, N.Y. Part of Winnipeg’s gold-medal-winning hockey team at the 1932 Winter Olympics. June is National Indigenous …
Read More »Gilas takes on Taiwan Mustangs in send-off exhibition
Gilas Pilipinas (The STAR / Russell Palma) MANILA, Philippines – With a few weeks to go before the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OQT), Gilas Pilipinas will face the Taiwan Mustangs in a send-off exhibition match on Monday at the Philsports Arena. In a Facebook post, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas …
Read More »Who is Mr. Supranational Philippines 2016 AR Dela Serna and why is he trending?
Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has been a hot topic for almost a week already for getting involved in the government’s ongoing crackdown on POGO (Philippine off-shore gaming operations). As the investigation progressed, Roque found himself once again under scrutiny following revelations that he sponsored a certain Alberto Rodulfo “AR” …
Read More »Federal gov’t, Saskatchewan swipe sale of N.W.T. rare earth metals from Chinese buyer
Vital Metals announced Monday that it’s selling its stockpiled rare earth material to the Saskatchewan Research Council for $3.3 million. This material comes from the North T deposit at the Nechalacho mine, 110 kilometres from Yellowknife. Natural Resources Canada, along with Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, directly facilitated …
Read More »David Foster and Friends: A night of fun, good music
David Foster (left) and Stell during the ‘Hitman’ tour (images courtesy of Araneta Coliseum Facebook) Despite the rain, fans’ anticipation for the HItman: David Foster and Friends Asia Tour 2024 concert at the Araneta Coliseum in Araneta City on June 18 was unwavering. The much-awaited show began with the Love Theme …
Read More »Age-group swimming set Friday
The Philippine Aquatics, Inc. (PAI) will host the 1st National Age Group Championships (PANAGOC) this weekend at the Teofilo Yldefonso Swimming Pool inside the famed Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Malate, Manila. PAI Secretary-General Batangas 1st District Congressman Eric Buhain The three-day event which starts on Friday, June 21, will …
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