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Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine's government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the military. Petition warns of online casinos using patriotic-themed ads and tactics to lure soldiers Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine's government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the …

Ukraine is facing hard choices as it decides who to call up to the fight against an all-out Russian invasion that has lasted more than two years. Kyiv to withhold consular services, passport renewals for military-age men outside country Ukraine is facing hard choices as it decides who to call …

ALL IN A DAY’S WORK US President Joe Biden joins President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. and Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a photo session after their historic summit at the White House in Washington, D.C. PCO pool US President Joe Biden on Thursday reaffirmed defense commitments to Japan and …

Experts pressed for lifting of economic restrictions in the 1987 charter in order to foster a business-friendly environment and seize opportunities for economic growth. The House of Representatives has approved the Resolution of Both Houses No. 7 (RBH7), which proposes to open up to foreign investors the public utilities, education, …

MANILA, Philippines — Kultura celebrates “Barong for Everyone” by highlighting how it has evolved through the years to become the outfit of choice for many Filipinos, from office workers to the stylish set to presidents. It’s not surprising, as the barong’s lightweight fabric, sleek shape, and comfortable cut make it …

The evidence heard in an Ottawa courtroom from a woman who claims she was sexually assaulted by Haydn Edmundson more than 30 years ago should be rejected and lead to an acquittal, the lawyer for the retired vice-admiral said Thursday during closing arguments. Edmundson has pleaded not guilty, denies any …

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has rejected an application to throw out a first-degree murder conviction for what the defence says were unreasonable delays in the trial process. Defence's Jordan application said too much time had passed between Ibrahim Ali being charged and trial ending WARNING: This story contains graphic …

Ippei Mizuhar, the former longtime interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is being charged with federal bank fraud for crimes involving gambling debts and theft of millions of dollars from the Japanese baseball sensation, federal authorities said Thursday. Ippei Mizuhara accused of taking money to pay for his …

MANILA, Philippines — After nearly two decades, Cathy Garcia-Sampana's movie, "One More Chance," remains a personal favorite for many Filipinos who tear up seeing John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo's characters fall in and out of love. While Popoy and Basha's relationship is far from ideal, their love story somehow …

New features to prevent sextortion announced Thursday by Meta, the company that owns the Facebook and Instagram, have not only come years too late but do not go far enough, says the Canadian Centre for Child Protection. 'I don't feel it's enough,' says father of P.E.I. teen who died by …