Jordan Clarkson has nothing but respect for Gilas Pilipinas coach Chot Reyes, who following the Philippines' 96-75 rout of China, announced that “he's stepping down” from his post. “I mean, I could just start off with one word—respect. Like you said, he didn't applied for this job. He didn't do …
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Chot Reyes on social media bashing: Too heavy, masyado nang masakit!
The bashing and the disrespect largely on social media was just too much to handle for Chot Reyes that he – with consultation from his family – decided to step down as head coach of Gilas Pilipinas. Chot Reyes PHOTO BY RIO DELUVIO “It's just too heavy, masyado nang masakit,” …
Read More »No ‘Saint’ Dwight for Gilas in Asian Games
Gilas Pilipinas guard Dwight Ramos is skipping the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China this month as the sweet-shooting Filipino-American is set to rejoin Hokkaido Levanga to prepare for the upcoming Japan B.League season. Dwight Ramos PHOTO BY RIO DELUVIO Ramos concluded his Gilas stint with 11 points as he helped …
Read More »In a corner of Italy, upholding ancient tradition of making Parmesan cheese takes a modern turn
The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium, founded in 1934 to defend the cheese's 1,000-year-old tradition and guarantee the standard and production of Parmesan, takes its raison d'être extremely seriously. The industry is now using digital technology to fight fakes. Close-knit industry using microchips to protect renowned product from pretenders In a towering …
Read More »Families awaiting deportation face emotional roller-coaster that can lead to ‘chronic stress’
The prospect of being deported has caused immense stress for the Aboizneid and Alsaleh families, even though the dates for the Hamilton residents leaving Canada have been deferred. A child psychologist and associate prof at the University of Calgary says the "threat hanging over your head" can greatly impact families …
Read More »Many Nicaraguans cook on stoves hard on the climate and their health. These Canadians are trying to help
A group of Canadians is working with locals in Nicaragua to replace traditional wood-burning stoves with more efficient, cleaner-burning models that are better for the climate and the families who rely on them. Group of volunteer health care professionals from Stratford, Ont. is helping replace traditional wood stoves A group …
Read More »Why it’s so much cheaper to ship stuff from China than within Canada
Have you ever wondered why it can cost more to have something shipped from the U.S. compared to China, even though the United States is right next door? The answer dates all the way back to 1874 and the creation of the Universal Postal Union. It can cost up to …
Read More »After strike kept this Montreal cemetery closed for months, families can finally bury their loved ones
The families who waited months for a labour dispute to be resolved before burying their loved ones say they feel a sense of relief, but the strangeness of grieving a relative's death for a second time Cemetery still overgrown in some areas, strewn with branches Enza Lucifero's father, Saverio, died …
Read More »Calgary airport becoming a connection of choice for U.S. travellers heading overseas
This summer, 86,000 passengers on international flights with WestJet began or ended their journey in the U.S., which is a record high for the airline. Number of Americans on WestJet's transatlantic flights up 70% from last summer When planning a special five-week, overseas family vacation to celebrate her birthday and …
Read More »Experience 200MP Flagship Camera with HONOR 90 5G for only P24,990
for HONOR MANILA, Philippines — Global technology brand HONOR recently announced the launch of the HONOR 90 5G in the Philippines for only P24,990. It features an impressive 200MP flagship camera with an industry-leading Quad-Curved Floating Display with eye-comfort technology. “HONOR is bringing a new powerful and innovative device to …
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