A record string of daily high temperatures over 43.3 C in Phoenix ended Monday as the dangerous heat wave that has suffocated the Southwest since June receded slightly with cooling monsoon rains. Historic heat began blasting multiple regions across the U.S. in June A record string of daily highs of …
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3 injured in collision at same Manitoba highway intersection where van-semi tragedy claimed 17 lives
Three people suffered serious injuries Monday afternoon in a three-vehicle collision at the same rural Manitoba intersection where a van transporting seniors collided with a semi-trailer in June. No deaths reported after truck collided with SUV, sending both into a 3rd vehicle Three people suffered serious injuries Monday afternoon in …
Read More »Quartet of Canadian Para swimmers win gold medals on opening day of worlds
Saskatoon's Shelby Newkirk, Nicholas Bennett of Parksville, B.C., Tess Routliffe of Caledon, Ont., and Aurélie Rivard of St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Que., wasted little time gaining notice at the Para swimming world championships, winning gold medals on the opening day of competition in Manchester, England on Monday. 21 Canadian athletes eyeing 2024 Paralympics …
Read More »Melissa x Marc Jacobs: Limited-edition sustainable footwear
Two worlds collide to create an extraordinarily lightweight and sustainable capsule collection of stylish footwear and make your shoe closet more eco-friendly — Melissa x Marc Jacobs. The limited-edition collection comprises three designs — the Clog, the "Becky" platform sandal, and the Slide — influenced by the color scheme of …
Read More »Walking on the wild side
Bally has introduced fresh, new styles for the younger generation in its spring-summer 2023 fashion collection, and it’s a walk on the wild side. The luxury brand, which started as Swiss shoemakers in 1851 and was my father’s holy-grail footwear throughout his career, was given youthful, 21st-century edge by Filipino …
Read More »Free skin consultations and glow massages? I’m there
Last week Lancome held an Absolue VVIP event, a pre-brand launch event for selected invitees by Lancome’s partner in the Philippines, Suyen Corporation. Lancome previewed the complimentary services it will offer customers at its two pop-ups set to open Aug. 15 at Greenbelt 5 and MOA Look: a skin consultation …
Read More »Church leaders file complaint vs Pura Luka Vega
Leaders of Christian churches under the umbrella group of Philippines for Jesus Movement (PJM) filed a complaint on Monday before the Quezon City Prosecutor's Office against drag queen Pura Luka Vega in connection with her performance of The Lord's Prayer that trended online. PJM President Bishop Leo Alconga, Pastor Romie …
Read More »What the coup in Niger could mean for Canada
The unpredictable military coup that threw Niger into turmoil is forcing Western nations, including Canada, to reconsider whether the money they’ve invested in the West African nation is being put to good use. Niger has been an important ally in the war against terrorism, but Western allies are cutting ties …
Read More »Canada ‘strongly condemns’ Niger military coup as others threaten sanctions, cut aid
Canada is speaking out against a coup d'etat in Niger but hasn't joined other nations in threatening to cut aid to the West African country. Ottawa calls for release of Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum Canada is speaking out against a coup d'etat in Niger but hasn't joined other nations in …
Read More »Freddie Mercury’s belongings for fans to see at Sotheby’s exhibit
Handwritten lyrics, art and other rare items from Queen singer Freddie Mercury's London home go on public display for the first time Friday, for a month-long exhibition at Sotheby's London. They will then be auctioned off in early September. Items of We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody singer on display …
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