Economy Minister Sergio Massa produced a big surprise by finishing first in the opening round of Argentina’s presidential election, reflecting voters’ wariness about handing the presidency to his chief rival, a right-wing populist. Runoff to be held Nov. 19. Economy Minister Sergio Massa produced a big surprise by finishing first …
Read More »Global shift toward clean energy is picking up speed, new report says
The way the world is powered will change dramatically by the end of the decade, thanks to surging demand for electric vehicles and clean energy technologies, a new report from the International Energy Agency says. But experts say Canada should be doing more. Nearly half of the world’s electricity supply …
Read More »St. Lawrence Seaway strike leaving goods, ships stranded at Port of Thunder Bay
While St. Lawrence Seaway locks are closed, ships won’t be able to load up in Thunder Bay, Ont., or drop off shipments for transport to the west, says Port of Thunder Bay CEO Chris Heikkinen. Hundreds of workers stationed between Lake Erie and Montreal walked off the job Sunday. Shutdown …
Read More »This father felt ‘helpless’ as his daughter succumbed to opioids. She died aged 14
Kamilah Sword was just 14 when she died after a drug overdose last year. Her dad Greg Sword tells us about the obstacles he faced getting Kamilah the help she needed, and why he doesn’t want her death to be in vain Toxic drugs were leading cause of death among …
Read More »Multimillionaire calls CRA negligent, wants $4.8M tax bill thrown out
Money manager Charles Shaker wants a judge to toss out a nearly $5-million bill for back taxes, saying the Canada Revenue Agency never sent it to him and that now it’s too late. Whether he has to pay up may depend on the proficiency of the CRA’s mail department. Agency …
Read More »‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ gets 95% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Oscar buzz
At a Glance Empire Magazine was very impressed, particularly with Scorsese, describing the film as “exceptional filmmaking, by an exceptional filmmaker,” and gave it 5 stars. A scene from ‘Flowers of the Killer Moon’ (Photo and video credit: Apple Original Films/Paramount Pictures International) The reviews are in. “Killers of the Flower …
Read More »Bianca Bustamante signs with McLaren Development Program
At a Glance Bustamante’s signing becomes historic as she becomes the first female driver to join the British team’s development program. F1 Academy racer Bianca Bustamante got a major boost after becoming the newest addition to the McLaren Driver Development program. Bustamante’s signing becomes historic as she becomes the first …
Read More »PH tankers Gawilan, Bejino bag bronze each in 4th Asian Para Games
BRONZE FINISH. Ernie Gawilan splashes his way to a bronze medal in the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games swimming meet at the HOC Aquatic Arena on Monday night (Oct. 23, 2023). The Philippines has now two bronze medals, the other courtesy of swimmer Gary Bejino. (PSC media pool photo) HANGZHOU – National …
Read More »‘Miss Saigon’ returns to Manila in 2024
Lea Salonga in ‘Miss Saigon’ (Lea Salonga via Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — The critically-acclaimed musical “Miss Saigon” will be staged once more in the Philippines. GMG Productions and GWB Entertainment will be bringing producer Cameron Mackintosh’s new version of Boublil & Schönberg’s “Miss Saigon” to The Theatre at Solaire in …
Read More »Booking flights: Travel expert shares tips for maximum savings
Rain drops on airplane window taken on Sept. 1, 2023. (Philstar.com/Rosette Adel) SINGAPORE — Booking flights during a particular day and at a given number of weeks prior to the planned trip can see travellers saving as much as 30%, an expert shared. Expedia Group’s Vice President for Global Air …
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