News
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Boholano boxer Regie “Filipino Suganob” will attempt to prove himself once again in front of his hometown crowd as he defends his World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global light flyweight title against a formidable opponent who has traveled all the way from Japan. Suganob of the PMI Bohol Boxing Stable, will square off against fellow former world title challenger Kai Ishizawa in his inaugural title defense in the main event of the “Kumong Bol-anon XV” fight card tomorrow, Tuesday, April 30, at the Holy Name University Barder Gym in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. The 26-year-old Suganob, hailing from […]…
Keep on reading: PH vs Japan WBO title duel officially set in Tagbilaran on Tuesday
Marcos visits Mindanao, says AFP now peace fighters
Credit to Author: John Unson| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800
Despite improvements in the peace and order situation in Mindanao, soldiers should stick to their expertise as “warfighters” even while playing the role of peacekeepers as their fight is not yet finished, President Marcos said yesterday.
AFP: Chinese ship seen near Catanduanes possibly on survey mission
MANILA, Philippines — Noting that their presence in the area is “very unusual,” an Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) official on Monday said the Chinese vessel first spotted off Catanduanes may be conducting a marine survey in the eastern section of the country. Col. Xerxes Trinidad, AFP public affairs chief, said that as of 7:30 a.m., Chinese ship Shen Kuo was spotted 44.6 nautical miles northeast of Northern Samar’s Gamay town. “We are seeing that the vessel is loitering,” Trinidad said in a chance interview in Camp Aguinaldo. “There are possibilities of a survey because its movement is very […]…
Keep on reading: AFP: Chinese ship seen near Catanduanes possibly on survey mission
‘Problematic power generation doubled electricity cost’
Credit to Author: Cecille Suerte Felipe| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800
From P6 to P7 per kilowatt-hour, the cost of electricity has doubled to P11 per kwh due to problematic power generation, according to Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian.
Australian PM describes domestic violence as ‘national crisis’
CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday described domestic violence as a “national crisis” after thousands rallied around the country against violence toward women. Thousands protested in cities around Australia on Sunday to draw attention to the deaths of 27 women so far this year allegedly caused by acts of gender-based violence in a population of 27 million. Albanese said on Monday the rallies were a call to action for all levels of Australian government to do more to prevent gender-based violence. READ: Virus drives surge in Australia domestic violence cases “Quite clearly, we need to do […]…
Keep on reading: Australian PM describes domestic violence as ‘national crisis’
Villar: Expand economic opportunities for small farmers, fisherfolk
Credit to Author: Cecille Suerte Felipe| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800
Economic opportunities should be expanded for those engaged in agriculture like small farmers and fisherfolk, as they are the ones providing Filipinos with food, according to Sen. Cynthia Villar.
Vancouver News
Credit to Author: Hardip Johal| Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2022 01:00:14 +0000
Opinion: Given everything we know, and everything we don’t know, it’s pretty clear that the province rescinded the mandate too early.
Peter McKnight: Ending mask mandates in schools beyond foolhardy
Credit to Author: Hardip Johal| Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2022 01:00:14 +0000
Opinion: Given everything we know, and everything we don’t know, it’s pretty clear that the province rescinded the mandate too early.
Credit to Author: Gordon McIntyre| Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 23:32:47 +0000
After two months, the Komagata Maru was escorted out of Canadian waters by the HMCS Rainbow.
Science News
Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:46:44 +0000
Plan Builds on Groundbreaking Federal-State Partnership Launched through 2021 Environmental Justice-Focused Agreement LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) today released a two-year action plan to collaboratively address environmental justice issues across California by enforcing laws that protect public health and … [continued]
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Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:32:36 +0000
A month or so ago, I explored some ways we could manage a likely onslaught of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). Why do we need to think about this? Because revised EPA emissions regulations recently revealed by the Biden administration basically allow a PHEV to count for roughly 3/4 of an … [continued]
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New Department Of The Interior Rules Update Onshore Oil & Gas Leasing & Other Regulations
Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:27:30 +0000
The US Department of the Interior is stepping up regulations to protect federal lands from the havoc of fossil fuel development and rampant disregard for endangered wildlife. It has announced a final rule to revise the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) oil and gas leasing regulations, “which will ensure a … [continued]
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Technology News
Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:46:44 +0000
Plan Builds on Groundbreaking Federal-State Partnership Launched through 2021 Environmental Justice-Focused Agreement LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) today released a two-year action plan to collaboratively address environmental justice issues across California by enforcing laws that protect public health and … [continued]
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Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:32:36 +0000
A month or so ago, I explored some ways we could manage a likely onslaught of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). Why do we need to think about this? Because revised EPA emissions regulations recently revealed by the Biden administration basically allow a PHEV to count for roughly 3/4 of an … [continued]
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New Department Of The Interior Rules Update Onshore Oil & Gas Leasing & Other Regulations
Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:27:30 +0000
The US Department of the Interior is stepping up regulations to protect federal lands from the havoc of fossil fuel development and rampant disregard for endangered wildlife. It has announced a final rule to revise the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) oil and gas leasing regulations, “which will ensure a … [continued]
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Vice News
Credit to Author: Keegan Hamilton| Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:00:41 GMT
Ismael Zambada-Imperial, known for his lavish lifestyle, is the latest member of the world’s most prolific drug cartel to strike a deal with the U.S.
Sinaloa Cartel Leader El Mayo’s ‘Gordo’ Son Got Off Light in a US Court. Why?
Credit to Author: Keegan Hamilton| Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:00:41 GMT
Ismael Zambada-Imperial, known for his lavish lifestyle, is the latest member of the world’s most-prolific drug cartel to strike a deal with the U.S.
Cops Who Shot Hmong Man Fleeing Wildfire With Family Won’t Be Charged
Credit to Author: Keegan Hamilton| Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:27:41 GMT
The family of the slain man, who police claim shot at them and was discovered with guns and 132 pounds of cannabis, disputes the DA’s findings.
Immigration
Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:04:50 +0000
Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced that temporary measures regarding off-campus work hours for international students will not be renewed. Starting in October 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began temporarily allowing international students with an off-campus work authorization on their study permits to work more than 20 hours per week while class is […]
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Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:24:11 +0000
Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced important changes to the Start-Up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs. As of April 30th, 2024, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will implement new policies around processing applications for the Start-up Visa. On the same day, the department will impose a full pause on application intake for the Self-Employed […]
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What benefits do Canadian tax-filers enjoy?
Credit to Author: H&R Block| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:00:53 +0000
Workers and those earning an income in Canada will have until April 30th, 2024 to file their taxes for the 2023 fiscal year. For many recent newcomers and international graduates in Canada, it may be their first time doing so. While filing one’s tax return (also called “doing one’s taxes”) may seem like a disadvantage […]
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Sports
Major League Baseball, its players’ association and the Cuban Baseball Federation reached an agreement that will allow players from the island nation to sign big league contracts without defecting.
Source: Panthers shutting down Cam Newton
The Carolina Panthers are not expected to play Cam Newton for the final two games because of a shoulder injury and the fact that the team is all but eliminated from playoff contention.
UGA lands Dean in latest recruiting win vs. Bama
Georgia landed a commitment Wednesday from linebacker Nakobe Dean, the No. 23 ranked prospect overall who chose the Bulldogs over Alabama, Ole Miss, Auburn and LSU.
Thunder’s Felton, Schroder suspended 1 game
Oklahoma City guards Raymond Felton and Dennis Schroder were suspended for one game without pay Wednesday for leaving the bench area during an altercation and participating in the melee that spilled over into the stands.
‘Heartbroken’ Leonard eyes 40 tackles vs. Giants
Colts rookie linebacker Darius Leonard, who leads the league with 146 tackles, said he was “heartbroken” at being passed over for the Pro Bowl. He said he wants to get 40 tackles against the Giants on Sunday.
Decorated swimmer Missy Franklin retires at 23
Missy Franklin, a five-time Olympic gold medalist, announced her retirement at age 23, citing chronic shoulder pain as the impetus for her decision.