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MANILA, Philippines —Choco Mucho is set to welcome Sisi Rondina in her much-anticipated indoor volleyball comeback. The Flying Titans on Friday evening released a teaser of their newest recruit, who is obviously the Philippine women’s beach volleyball team star posing with her back turned. Choco Mucho didn’t reveal its new player yet, but an Inquirer source confirmed that Rondina is set to make her return to indoor action, starting with the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Invitational Conference on June 29, after nearly four years. The Flying Titans’ sister team Creamline Cool Smashers also welcomed her beach volleyball partner Bernadeth Pons. Just like Pons, Rondina…
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DILG to require random drug tests in its agencies
Credit to Author: Romina Cabrera| Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0800
Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos has ordered random drug testing in all attached agencies and bureaus under the Department of the Interior and Local Government as well as in all local government units.
Sandiganbayan: No suppression of evidence vs Jinggoy Estrada in pork barrel case
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division rejected Senator Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada’s claim that evidence in his pork barrel scam case was suppressed. According to its resolution, Estrada had sought a stipulation or an agreement that no further proof was needed for several evidence and testimonies of witnesses. However, the prosecution said Estrada filed the instant motion as part of a plan to call the non-presentation of witnesses an instance of suppression of evidence. The anti-graft court resolved, “the prosecution correctly argued that it has the exclusive prerogative to determine the witnesses it wishes to present, based on its assessmen…
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19th Congress adjourns first regular session
Credit to Author: Sheila Crisostomo| Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0800
The House of Representatives and the Senate adjourned sine die on Wednesday night the First Regular Session of the 19th Congress.
Health system barriers worsen cancer diagnosis delay, low screening rates
(Last of two parts) MANILA, Philippines—In Asia, where breast cancer remains a significant public health problem, delayed diagnosis and low screening persist due to several health system barriers—aside from personal and socio-cultural factors. Breast cancer strikes women in Asia earlier than women in Western countries. The risk of getting breast cancer among Asian women peaks between the ages of 40 and 50, while in Western countries, it is between 60 and 70 years. Still, despite recommendations promoting early screening, late-stage breast cancers were found to be common in many Asian countries. Several studies found that delayed diagnosis and screening can be attributed …
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Indonesian billionaire donates P41.6 million for Philippine health, social welfare
Credit to Author: Alexis Romero| Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0800
An Indonesian billionaire has vowed to support the Marcos administration’s health care and social welfare programs, donating one million Singapore dollars (about P41.6 million) to the Philippines, Malacañang said yesterday.
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: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 19:35:41 +0000
There’s a very interesting image floating around social media now that makes a point I’ve been trying to make for years about the Colorado River. This graphic of Colorado River water usage depicts 79% being used for live stock details the how inefficient agriculture practices really are. (55% for growing livestock feed, much lost from […]
To Apply, Or Not? EPA’s New Clean School Bus Grant Program, Deciphered
Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 16:35:17 +0000
In general, I love the arms-wide-open, let’s-include-everyone approach to things, whether it’s a social gathering at my house, or a funding program for electric school buses (ESBs). Last year’s rebate program definitely had that spirit; the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Clean School Bus Program awarded almost one billion to 389 schools and Tribes in year […]
Hyundai Sprinkles Fuel Cell Fairy Sparkles On N Vision 74 EV
Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 15:35:01 +0000
Hyundai is reclaiming the Cybertruck look with a new hybrid fuel cell version of its iconic 1974 Pony Coupe Concept car.
Technology News
Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 19:35:41 +0000
There’s a very interesting image floating around social media now that makes a point I’ve been trying to make for years about the Colorado River. This graphic of Colorado River water usage depicts 79% being used for live stock details the how inefficient agriculture practices really are. (55% for growing livestock feed, much lost from […]
To Apply, Or Not? EPA’s New Clean School Bus Grant Program, Deciphered
Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 16:35:17 +0000
In general, I love the arms-wide-open, let’s-include-everyone approach to things, whether it’s a social gathering at my house, or a funding program for electric school buses (ESBs). Last year’s rebate program definitely had that spirit; the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Clean School Bus Program awarded almost one billion to 389 schools and Tribes in year […]
Hyundai Sprinkles Fuel Cell Fairy Sparkles On N Vision 74 EV
Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Tue, 30 May 2023 15:35:01 +0000
Hyundai is reclaiming the Cybertruck look with a new hybrid fuel cell version of its iconic 1974 Pony Coupe Concept car.
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: Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:29:27 +0000
Quebec Premier Francois Legault recently announced several proposed changes to Quebec’s immigration programs. Among them, there will some be significant updates to Quebec’s Business Immigration Programs, including the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP). The most significant change in Quebec’s economic immigration programs will be making it mandatory for all of the province’s economic immigration candidates […]
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Facing delays in your immigration application? Here are some steps you can take
Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:00:34 +0000
When applying to work, study or immigrate to Canada, a foreign national must submit their application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC has service standards that provide the usual processing times for applications. However, there can be delays to these processing standards, causing the processing time of the application to be much longer […]
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Express Entry: FAQ about the new category-based selection
Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:00:41 +0000
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the launch of new category-based selection for candidates in Express Entry managed programs. The news comes almost a full year after a bill was passed granting the immigration minister the authority to invite Express Entry candidates with specific attributes to support Canada’s economic goals. Targeted draws have […]
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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.