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The administration has released P59.8 billion worth of allowance and compensation for eligible COVID-19 healthcare and non-healthcare workers, President Marcos said. “In line with our promise, our administration has already distributed P59.8 billion or 78.92 percent of the COVID health emergency allowance to our heroic frontliners,” Mr. Marcos said in …

The remains of a Newfoundland trucker who went missing in Ontario two weeks ago were found in the back of his truck's trailer in his home province, even though his rig was a key piece of evidence in the search and the place where he was last seen. Brian Lush, …

Porn star Stormy Daniels described her 2006 encounter with former U.S. president Donald Trump in unflattering terms at his criminal trial on Tuesday, testifying she tried not to think about the sex while it took place and feared it would become public. Former U.S. president did not react as he …

A new $15-million cross-border research project is underway to monitor the movement of pathogens in Canada and the U.S. in the event of future pandemics. The federal government put up the money that will cover four years of equipment and research. Funding will pay for 4 years of the study …

Lakas-CMD President and House Speaker Martin Romualdez (3rd from right) shakes hand with his Partido Federal Pilipinas (PFP) counterpart Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. after signing the document formalizing their alliance on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City. (Courtesy: Office of House Speaker Martin Romualdez) The …

Rapper Drake's property in Toronto's ritzy Bridle Path neighbourhood was taped off by police early Tuesday after a man was seriously injured in a shooting in the area. Man seriously injured in early morning shooting, police say Canadian rap star Drake's property in Toronto's ritzy Bridle Path neighbourhood was taped …

Health officials are teaming up to make syphilis testing more accessible to people living in central Alberta as the province grapples with a worsening years-long outbreak of the serious sexually transmitted infection. Researcher who proved rapid test works will explore non-traditional ways to deploy it Health officials are teaming up …

for Epson MANILA, Philippines — After four years of lifestyle changes brought about by quarantines, remote work has become a sustainable practice, embraced by workers looking for convenience and employers who know that this hybrid model increases productivity. As we continue the home office trend, it’s essential to explore better …

MANILA, Philippines — Three Filipinas — photographer Hannah Reyes Morales, Davao visual artist Ren Galeno and Fil-Am investigative journalist Nicole Dungca — are among the finalists for the prestigious Pulitzer Prize this year. Galeno and Dungca are finalists in the "Illustrated Reporting and Commentary" for their work on The Washington …

MANILA, Philippines — News 5 anchor KaladKaren believed that her being a news anchor will inspire the LGBTQ+ community to pursue their dreams in broadcasting. In an interview with Philstar.com during the launch of Watsons Naturals Presents Prestige Rose, KaladKaren said she is thankful to News 5 for allowing her …