At a Glance The 41-year-old from Stockholm made a tournament-record 11 birdies against a lone bogey at Port Royal in Southampton for his low 18-hole score in 510 official tour rounds. MIAMI (AFP) — Sweden’s Alex Noren fired a 10-under par 61, matching the course record, to seize the lead …
Read More »Maroons, Bulldogs focus on UAAP twice-to-beat semis edge
UP’s CJ Cansino (UAAP Media Bureau) MANILA, Philippines – Final Four-bound University of the Philippines and National University try to boost their twice-to-beat hopes against different foes hitting the homestretch of the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament Saturday at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City. Gridlocked on top …
Read More »Politicians, Jewish groups outraged by Montreal imam’s prayer at pro-Palestinian protest
WARNING: This story contains offensive language. A controversial Montreal imam’s speech at a pro-Palestinian demonstration last month has sparked accusations of hate speech and drawn condemnation from politicians and Jewish advocacy groups. In a speech to protesters on Oct. 28, Adil Charkaoui, speaking Arabic, denounced “Zionist aggressors” and called on …
Read More »Video chat service Omegle shuts down after allegations of abuse on platform
Omegle, a video chat service that connects users with strangers at random, is shutting down after 14 years following allegations of misuse of the platform — particularly the sexual abuse of minors. Critics say platform has become breeding ground for exploitation. Omegle, a video chat service that connects users with …
Read More »The Marvels: Higher, further, faster, better than before
At a Glance Brie Larson returns to the film as Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel, the infinity stone-powered heroine last seen in Avengers Endgame. There has been a lot of concern going around fandom about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Much of it was exacerbated by a recent article in …
Read More »Recipe: Vigan Longganisa Lasagna, pasta with a Pinoy twist
Vigan Longganisa Lasagna (Photo release) MANILA, Philippines — Lasagna is among the Italian pasta dishes that Filipinos love. Well, you can love it even more by injecting a Pinoy twist into it. Why not use Vigan longganisa instead of the usual ground beef (or pork!) in your lasagna? Yes, it …
Read More »Robert De Niro’s company found liable for gender discrimination
A US jury on Thursday found Robert De Niro’s production company liable for gender discrimination against a former employee who said she had been forced to perform “stereotypically female” jobs for the actor. De Niro’s Canal Productions was ordered to pay $1.3 million to Graham Chase Robinson, who said the …
Read More »‘I didn’t know my side boob would cause fighting’: Heart Evangelista takes down sexy photo
Actress Heart Evangelista (Heart Evangelista via Instagram, screenshot) MANILA, Philippines — Actress Heart Evangelista has decided to take down her viral photo online because of fighting between her fans and bashers. The photo, which shows Heart’s side boob, has been trending on social media. Heart said that she did not …
Read More »Alberta Wildfire adds nighttime helicopter to wildfire fighting arsenal
After the worst wildfire season in Alberta’s history, the province has signed a five-year contract for a nighttime helicopter. Province has signed a 5-year contract after trying out the helicopter in 2022. Alberta Wildfire is using a new tool that it hopes will give it an upper hand when fighting …
Read More »Military families among Canadians caught up in benefits mess
As Canadians prepare to observe Remembrance Day, some military members, veterans and their families say they’re feeling forgotten amid the messy transition of the Public Service Health Care Plan to Canada Life. Canada Life took over administration of Public Service Health Care Plan in July. As Canadians prepare to observe …
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