The jury will hear closing arguments today in the trial of a former senior RCMP intelligence official accused of offering top-secret information to police targets for money. Cameron Ortis is accused of leaking special operational information to police targets The jury will hear closing arguments today in the trial of …
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Paula Shugart stepping down as Miss Universe president
MANILA, Philippines — Longtime Miss Universe Organization president Paula Shugart announced she would stepping down from her role, one that she's held since 1997. Following the conclusion of the Miss Universe 2023 national costume show, co-host Nick Teplitz brought out Shugart onto the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena stage in El …
Read More »Unwrap the magic of Filipino Christmas at Hilton Manila’s Traditions and Tidings Festive Campaign
MANILA, Philippines — As the most wonderful time of the year approaches, Hilton Manila is thrilled to unveil a series of festive offerings designed to immerse guests in the enchanting spirit of a Filipino Christmas. Hua Yuan Brasserie Chinoise Indulge in the elegance of Shanghainese cuisine with the Destiny Imperial …
Read More »‘Dreaming of sky without missiles’: Ukraine makes Miss Universe 2023 national costume statement
MANILA, Philippines — Miss Universe Ukraine 2023 Angelina Usanova made a statement at the national costume show earlier today in El Salvador. Angelina walked the runway wearing a sky blue gown while holding a golden baby. The show's host said that Ukraine's costume is called "Mother Protector." In her Instagram …
Read More »Philippines embraces nuclear energy as US signs cooperation pact
Philippines Presdient Ferdinand Marcos Jr delivers remarks during the Philippines 123 Signing Ceremony during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Week in San Francisco, California, on November 16, 2023. The APEC Summit takes place through November 17. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 17, 2023 (AFP) …
Read More »‘To infinity and beyond’: Michelle Dee’s Miss Universe 2023 national costume draws funny reactions
MANILA, Philippines — Social media users commended Philippine bet Michelle Dee for her Miss Universe 2023 national costume presented earlier today in El Salvador. Michelle wore a plane-like outfit to promote Philippine tourism. Designed by Michael Barassi, the outfit bore a "solihiya" pattern while her wings bore the colors of …
Read More »Son of Vivian Silver, Winnipeg-born humanitarian killed in Hamas attack on Israel, moved by Canadians’ support
The son of a Jewish humanitarian who was killed in the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel says he was moved by the support for his mother from Canadians during the weeks when it was believed she was being held hostage by Hamas in the Gaza strip. On Monday, the family …
Read More »‘An attack against … all Canadians’: Victim’s mom reacts to murder conviction in attack on Muslim family
After less than six hours of deliberations, the jury in the Nathaniel Veltman murder trial in Windsor, Ont., has reached a verdict of guilty of four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder related to the truck attack on a Muslim family in London in 2021. On …
Read More »Jury in Nathaniel Veltman trial into Muslim family killings retires for night after Day 1 of deliberations
The jury began deliberations late Wednesday to determine the fate of Nathaniel Veltman, charged with murder, attempted murder and terror in the June 6, 2021, truck attack on a Muslim family in London, Ont. At 8 p.m. ET, jurors in Windsor retired for the night and will resume their work …
Read More »Funding for 80 infraprojects eyed via MIF
Marcos woos potential Maharlika Fund investors, touts high return to financiers at APEC sidelines At least 80 infrastructure projects can be funded through the Philippines’ first sovereign wealth fund, the Maharlika InvestmentFund (MIF), President Marcos told potential investors at the Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) in San Francisco Thursday. In his …
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