In between taping for her intense afternoon drama, “Pira-Pirasong Paraiso” and shooting high-energy interviews with fellow celebrities, “Diamond Star” Maricel Soriano impresses fans with her fresh look and unlimited energy. One of her apparent secrets lies in her morning coffee. “Alam ko namang pansin niyo rin na laging looking fresh …
Read More »Entries pile in for the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival
Puregold’s CinePanalo Film Festival is witnessing an influx of participants aspiring to become the next celebrated Filipino filmmaker. With the call for entries closing on October 27, many young filmmakers have been racing to get their entries in and show the world how they can inspire others through film. Puregold …
Read More »Average rent went up another 11% in past year — and even getting a roommate doesn’t help much
Canada’s rental crisis is getting worse, according to a new report that found the average price to rent an apartment last month was $2,149 — up by more than 11 per cent in the past 12 months. Among Canada’s big cities, rent is going up at fastest pace in Calgary. …
Read More »Singapore economy grew rapidly in Q3
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter, preliminary government estimates showed on Friday, as construction and services made up for a continued slump in manufacturing. Gross domestic product expanded 0.7 percent year on year in the three months ending in September, beating forecasts of around 0.4 …
Read More »Partial solar eclipse to be visible across Canada on Saturday
On Saturday, the moon is going to take a bite out of the sun. Just how much depends on where you are in the country. Viewers will need special solar glasses to safely view event. On Saturday, the moon is going to take a bite out of the sun. Just …
Read More »Richmound, Sask., begins weekend-long protest to urge QAnon cult to leave village
The village of Richmound held a protest on Saturday, in hopes of spurring a cult led by a woman who has declared herself the "Queen of Canada" to leave the southwestern Saskatchewan community. Self-proclaimed 'Queen of Canada' held meet-and-greet at the same time The village of Richmound held a protest …
Read More »Aim for rice self-sufficiency
The rice problem—rising prices and shortage of supply—is a concern not only confined to the Philippines. It is actually a global phenomenon considering that rice feeds more than half of the world. In fact the United Nations’ International Fund for Agricultural Development said that high prices of rice may cause …
Read More »Targeted aid works
The rice price shock called for the return of importation to government control and, later, the reduction of tariffs. Professionally, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and his economic team have shown that they can roll up their sleeves and untangle the country’s heavy problems. Solutions are skillfully applied to prevent …
Read More »Israel-Hamas war has no major impact on PH economy—NEDA
There is no major impact caused by the Israel-Hamas war on the country’s economy, a Cabinet official said. NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan (Photo courtesy of PCO) National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said there is “hardly any impact” as there is no major disruption in the supply …
Read More »Pay up, senators tell Marshall ship
Photo Credit: fleetmon.com Senators on Thursday appealed to owners of a foreign vessel that rammed a local fishing boat to compensate the families of the victims and the 11 survivors. Reports said the Republic of Marshall Islands-flagged Pacific Anna rammed the Filipino fishing boat Dearyn resulting in the death of …
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