The Cavite Spartans opened their bid in the 3rd Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) Wesley So Cup with a 13-8 victory over the Cagayan Kings on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Arena FIDE Master Melizah Ruth Carreon CONTRIBUTED PHOTO The online chess tournament, named in honor of the US-based …
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X Challenger Pebble Thinks AI-Generated Posts Can Help Lure Users Away From Elon Musk
Paresh Dave Business Sep 18, 2023 9:00 AM X Challenger Pebble Thinks AI-Generated Posts Can Help Lure Users Away From Elon Musk To encourage conversation, Twitter-like platform Pebble—formerly T2—now suggests AI-generated updates for users to edit or post. It's also opening sign-ups to anyone with an account on X. Photograph: …
Read More »Pet medical emergency? ‘Chat With A Vet’ and know exactly what to do
MANILA, Philippines — While cuddling your fur baby, did she suddenly display strange behavior that screams “medical emergency”? Do not panic. “Chat with a vet” online and know exactly what is happening and what you must do. This is one of the times when PetPal’s “Chat With A Vet,” your …
Read More »Royal diplomacy hits the world stage on 2 fronts — Charles in France and William in New York
On both sides of the Atlantic Ocean this past week, senior members of the Royal Family stepped onto the world stage — and put a prime concern they share front and centre. Environmental issues a key focus as King and Prince of Wales make trips abroad Hello, royal watchers. This …
Read More »Newcomer kids to Canada face chronic health risks. Here’s how these researchers hope to help
In recent years, emerging research has found that newcomer children in Canada are developing chronic adult health conditions because of their circumstances. Researchers at McMaster University are looking to create a program that will help keep them healthy. Cost of healthy food, access to activities can impact newcomers' health Try …
Read More »The bad economic times have only just started
Growth has already slowed considerably. Job growth has moderated. Inflation remains stubbornly high. But the pain households are feeling today is only going to get worse. Is Canada already in a recession? We should get a good indication this week The Canadian economy is headed for a rough patch. Growth …
Read More »Money, power and an ecosystem are all at stake in Canada-U.S. negotiations over a massive river
Canada and the United States are in the process of negotiating the future of a unique treaty governing the Columbia River, dams on which provide hundreds of millions of dollars worth of hydroelectric power and key flood controls. Control of hydroelectic dams creating some static during Columbia River Treaty talks …
Read More »Soar program aims to lift Indigenous entrepreneurs to new heights
A new accelerator program called Soar aims to help five Indigenous entrepreneurs turn their already successful businesses into big-name brands and earn five times more revenue in just one year. Experts and business leaders say these success stories inspire others and help First Nations communities achieve economic independence. New business …
Read More »How higher oil prices could pump more money out of your wallet this fall
If the more bullish forecasts prove accurate, a return to triple-digit oil prices could be just around the corner, as Canadian consumers struggle to keep pace with sharply higher prices for many essentials, including food. Motorists could be paying even more to drive, on top of high costs for essentials …
Read More »Mark your calendar: Powerhouse vivo V29 Series 5G launch set on Sept. 25
MANILA, Philippines —The moment you've all been waiting for is finally here! vivo is thrilled to invite all Filipinos to join on September 25, 2023, at 7 p.m. for the Grand Launch of the much-anticipated vivo V29 Series 5G. This extraordinary event will be streamed live on Facebook, and vivo …
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