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TEL AVIV, Israel — Donald Trump will return to the US presidency at a time of unprecedented conflict and uncertainty in the Middle East. He has vowed to fix it. But Trump’s history of strong support for Israel coupled with his insistence during the campaign that the war in Gaza should end quickly, the isolationist forces in the Republican party and his penchant for unpredictability raise a mountain of questions over how his second presidency will affect the region at this pivotal moment. Barring the achievement of elusive cease-fires before the inauguration, Trump will ascend to the highest office in […]…
Keep on reading: Trump promises to bring lasting peace to a tumultuous Middle East
Marce to bring torrential rains
Credit to Author: Alexis Romero| Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0800
State weather forecasters yesterday advised the public to brace for torrential rains and winds as Typhoon Marce is forecast to make landfall over Northern Luzon starting this afternoon.
Donald Trump has sweeping plans: Here’s what he’s proposed
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has promised sweeping action in a second administration. The former president and now president-elect often skipped over details but through more than a year of policy pronouncements and written statements outlined a wide-ranging agenda that blends traditional conservative approaches to taxes, regulation and cultural issues with a more populist bent on trade and a shift in America’s international role. Trump’s agenda also would scale back federal government efforts on civil rights and expand presidential powers. READ: What’s next for Fil-Am family petitions if Trump wins? A look at what Trump has proposed: Immigration “Build the wall!” […]…
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LTO prints car registration on bond paper
Credit to Author: Romina Cabrera| Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0800
The Land Transportation Office has resorted to issuing certificates of registration printed on plain bond paper as the National Printing Office missed its security paper delivery.
Decomposing body of 48-year-old man found in Mandaue City apartment
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A decomposing body of a 48-year-old man was found inside his room in an apartment on A.S. Fortuna St., Barangay Banilad, Mandaue City, on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The man was identified as Rey Borja Del Rosario, married, and originally from Taytay, Rizal. Based on the investigation by the Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO), the apartment owner received a call from the victim’s co-worker, informing her that Del Rosario had failed to report to work at a publishing company in Barangay Kamputhaw, Cebu City. The apartment owner then went to Del Rosario’s room and noticed a foul […]…
Keep on reading: Decomposing body of 48-year-old man found in Mandaue City apartment
Filipinos prefer to trust competent, consistent leaders — study
Credit to Author: Dominique Nicole Flores| Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2024 16:54:00 +0800
Filipinos tend to place greater trust in leaders and institutions they perceive as competent, consistent, transparent and driven by good intentions, a study revealed.
Vancouver News
Credit to Author: Hardip Johal| Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2022 01:00:14 +0000
Opinion: Given everything we know, and everything we don’t know, it’s pretty clear that the province rescinded the mandate too early.
Peter McKnight: Ending mask mandates in schools beyond foolhardy
Credit to Author: Hardip Johal| Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2022 01:00:14 +0000
Opinion: Given everything we know, and everything we don’t know, it’s pretty clear that the province rescinded the mandate too early.
Credit to Author: Gordon McIntyre| Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 23:32:47 +0000
After two months, the Komagata Maru was escorted out of Canadian waters by the HMCS Rainbow.
Science News
Credit to Author: Michael Barnard| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 15:32:45 +0000
Headlines out of Canada are making palms meet faces around the world. In Canada, the faces are often red with embarrassment about other Canadian’s actions. Other faces are red with anger. But it’s all theatrics during the inevitable dissolution of the oil sands. What are the headlines? Alberta’s ruling party … [continued]
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Tesla Air Compressor — Super Easy To Use, Once You Figure Out How To Open It
Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 03:57:17 +0000
Using some Tesla referral credits that were about to expire, I recently got a Tesla Air Compressor & Tire Repair Kit. I love it! However, it was a small mystery figuring out how to open it. Refilling the air in my Tesla Model 3’s tires is an errand I had … [continued]
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US DOE Funding Rolls Out For Energy Efficiency, Net-Zero Projects, & More
Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 03:50:01 +0000
Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, funding has been rolling out constantly for a large variety of cleantech, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects. It’s hard to keep up with all of the announcements and all of the projects and programs. Frankly, there’s too much to keep it … [continued]
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Technology News
Credit to Author: Michael Barnard| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 15:32:45 +0000
Headlines out of Canada are making palms meet faces around the world. In Canada, the faces are often red with embarrassment about other Canadian’s actions. Other faces are red with anger. But it’s all theatrics during the inevitable dissolution of the oil sands. What are the headlines? Alberta’s ruling party … [continued]
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Tesla Air Compressor — Super Easy To Use, Once You Figure Out How To Open It
Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 03:57:17 +0000
Using some Tesla referral credits that were about to expire, I recently got a Tesla Air Compressor & Tire Repair Kit. I love it! However, it was a small mystery figuring out how to open it. Refilling the air in my Tesla Model 3’s tires is an errand I had … [continued]
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US DOE Funding Rolls Out For Energy Efficiency, Net-Zero Projects, & More
Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 03:50:01 +0000
Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, funding has been rolling out constantly for a large variety of cleantech, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects. It’s hard to keep up with all of the announcements and all of the projects and programs. Frankly, there’s too much to keep it … [continued]
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Immigration
Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:21:04 +0000
In 2019, I packed my life into two suitcases and moved to Canada from Bengaluru, India — alone. It was my first time navigating an airport and flying on an airplane. I felt a mix of fear, joy, anticipation, thrill and the excitement for the great unknown. I was the first woman in my family […]
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How to move to Canada from the US
Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:00:39 +0000
Americans seeking to move to Canada should plan in advance for their immigration status. Although Americans with passports are used to being able to visit Canada freely, if an American wishes to re-settle in Canada, they’ll need appropriate authorization to work or to study, or to live in Canada on a long-term basis. There are […]
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Café Ukraine: Continuing support for Ukrainians seeking safety in Ottawa
Credit to Author: Gautam Viswanathan| Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:12:19 +0000
Ukrainian nationals who came to Ottawa under a special program offering them temporary residence while seeking safety from the war back home can continue to access free services –such as English language classes and settlement assistance – at a new location in the capital, as they continue to settle and integrate into Canadian society.
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Sports
Major League Baseball, its players’ association and the Cuban Baseball Federation reached an agreement that will allow players from the island nation to sign big league contracts without defecting.
Source: Panthers shutting down Cam Newton
The Carolina Panthers are not expected to play Cam Newton for the final two games because of a shoulder injury and the fact that the team is all but eliminated from playoff contention.
UGA lands Dean in latest recruiting win vs. Bama
Georgia landed a commitment Wednesday from linebacker Nakobe Dean, the No. 23 ranked prospect overall who chose the Bulldogs over Alabama, Ole Miss, Auburn and LSU.
Thunder’s Felton, Schroder suspended 1 game
Oklahoma City guards Raymond Felton and Dennis Schroder were suspended for one game without pay Wednesday for leaving the bench area during an altercation and participating in the melee that spilled over into the stands.
‘Heartbroken’ Leonard eyes 40 tackles vs. Giants
Colts rookie linebacker Darius Leonard, who leads the league with 146 tackles, said he was “heartbroken” at being passed over for the Pro Bowl. He said he wants to get 40 tackles against the Giants on Sunday.
Decorated swimmer Missy Franklin retires at 23
Missy Franklin, a five-time Olympic gold medalist, announced her retirement at age 23, citing chronic shoulder pain as the impetus for her decision.