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Calgary Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Here's how Canadian airlines rank among the world's best for 2025
Article content Four Canadian airlines have earned spots among the top 100 in the world — and while only one edged its way into the top 20, some of the nation's air carriers earned definite bragging rights in other categories. Article content The Skytrax 2025 World Airline Awards, released Tuesday, are based on the customer satisfaction surveys of about 22 million global travellers, with more than 100 customer nationalities represented and over 325 airlines included in the results. Article content Article content Article content Topping Canada's contingent in the top 100 list was Air Canada, which took 19th overall, a significant improvement over the air carrier's performance in the 2024 awards, when it took the 29th spot. Article content Article content In another significant milestone, Air Canada was named the best airline in North America at this year's awards ceremony, which was held at the recent Paris Air Show. The airline was also recognized for having the best cabin crew in Canada and North America and took home additional honours for the best low-cost airline for its Rouge subsidiary, and most family friendly airline in North America. Article content Article content Air Canada's Signature Suite at Toronto Pearson International Airport was named the best business class lounge in North America and the world's best business class lounge for dining for the second straight year. Article content Another Canadian air carrier, Porter Airlines was named 44th overall in this year's top 100 rankings, a significant climb over its 2024 finish at number 57. In addition, Porter was, for the second consecutive year, named the best regional airline in North America.
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Mannara Chopra's father dies at 72, actor shares post
Popular actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Mannara Chopra's father, Raman Rai Handa, died on June 16, following a period of ill health. She shared the news late on Monday post shared on Instagram read, "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family (sic)."advertisementHere's the post: Her father's funeral will be held on June 18 at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Rai Handa was a respected lawyer practising at the Delhi High Court's Tis Hazari Court. Married to jewellery designer Kamini Chopra Handa, he was a proud father to two daughters: Mannara and her younger sister Mitali, an entrepreneur and fashion in New Delhi on September26, his legal acumen and warm presence made him the cornerstone of his family, often described as their 'pillar of strength'.He is survived by his wife and for actor Mannara Chopra, she made her acting debut with the Hindi film 'Zid'. She was later seen in several other movies, including 'Rouge', 'Prema Geema Jantha Nai', 'Jakkanna', 'Thikka'.Mannara Chopra also participated in Salman Khan's 'Bigg Boss 18'. She emerged as the second runner-up. Chopra was last seen in 'Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2'.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mannara Chopra's Father Raman Rai Handa Dies At 72: 'He Was Our Family's Strength'
Last Updated: Mannara Chopra's father and Priyanka Chopra's uncle, Raman Rai Handa, passed away at 72. His funeral will be held on June 18 in Mumbai. Mannara Chopra's father and Priyanka Chopra's uncle, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, passed away on June 16 in Mumbai. He was 72. The news of his passing was shared by Mannara via her Instagram Stories, where she posted the family's official statement along with funeral details. The family's message read, 'With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family." Handa is survived by his wife Kamini Chopra Handa, and daughters Mannara and Mitali. His funeral will be held on June 18 at 1 PM at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Raman Rai Handa had been unwell for the past couple of days and was in Mumbai with his family during his final moments. Professionally, Handa was a lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He was married to Kamini Chopra, who is the paternal aunt of actors Priyanka Chopra and Parineeti Chopra. The Handas share a close relationship with the Chopra family, despite Mannara rarely mentioning it in public. In a previous interview with Siddharth Kannan, Mannara addressed the speculation surrounding her relationship with her cousins. 'If I would take my family's name, they would have called me a nepo kid. They would have said that I don't have a personality. Now that I didn't take their names, they created another story that my relationship with my sisters is not good. My relations are very sorted," she said. Speaking about Priyanka specifically, Mannara added, 'I looked up to her while growing up because I noticed how she could buy things on her own. She could stay in the best of the places, do whatever she wants, and rule the world according to her terms. That was something I imbibed from her. That was something that got inside me." Mannara has acted in films across multiple languages including Zid, Rouge, Prema Geema Jantha Nai, Jakkanna, Thikka, and Sita. First Published:
The South African
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
'Run For Me' charity fun run to ignite this Youth Day
On Monday, 16 June 2025, the 'Run For Me' Charity Fun Run will take place simultaneously in Johannesburg and Bloemfontein. This inspiring event aims to raise crucial funds for Talitha Cumi Place of Safety, a sanctuary dedicated to children who have been abandoned, abused, or orphaned. The 'Run For Me' symbolises hope and a brighter future, with each participant wearing a race number featuring the name of a child from Talitha Cumi. This personal touch transforms every step into a meaningful gesture of support. All proceeds will go directly to the home's ongoing care and expansion projects. Joining the run is South African rapper Rouge, who brings her passion for giving back to the youth to the forefront, according to Gauteng Lifestyle Magazine. 'It's more than just putting on cute gym wear, gathering with friends, and lacing up my sneakers,' Rouge shares. 'It's about supporting a cause that touches the lives of children living at the home and giving back to our community.' Rouge's involvement highlights the event's spirit of fun and charity. She encourages everyone to participate, reminding us that running for a cause can be both enjoyable and impactful. Talitha Cumi Place of Safety was founded in 2008 by the CRC Church. What began as a single home for 26 children has blossomed into a vital refuge for vulnerable youngsters across South Africa. Today, the home cares for 41 children, providing a safe, loving, and structured environment where they can heal and thrive. In 2010, Talitha Cumi expanded to include a second home dedicated to newborns and toddlers up to two years old. This facility offers specialised, high-level care to babies often abandoned at birth. Over the years, many children and youth have been placed in loving foster or adoptive families through the home's efforts. The future of Talitha Cumi lies in its ambitious Village Project. This long-term vision aims to provide residential care for orphaned and abandoned children up to the age of 21. So far, the team has built five homes. They have fully furnished one, making it ready for occupancy, and they plan to register two more this year. These homes will offer full-time care, mentorship, and a stable foundation for the next generation. Pastor AT Boschoff, who has led the ministry for 17 years, emphasises the importance of this work. 'Since our registration, over 1,130 children have been successfully placed in homes,' he says. 'We remain committed to providing safety and hope for children removed from neglectful or abusive environments.' The 'Run For Me' Charity Fun Run offers South Africans a unique chance to make a difference. With Discovery Vitality proudly partnering in this initiative, runners can enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Whether you're an experienced runner or a casual jogger, your participation will help transform lives. This Youth Day, run with purpose. Run for hope. Run for the children of Talitha Cumi. Together, South Africans can create a future filled with love and opportunity for those who need it most. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
GMA Network
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Atin Ito: Sea concert a 'love song' to WPS, its defenders
Before voyaging to Pag-Asa Island for their third civilian mission, Atin Ito convenor Rafaela David on Monday said that the sea concert that they will hold would serve as their 'love song' to the West Philippine Sea and the people who protect it against all odds. In a press conference in Palawan, David said that artists coming from different countries who will be performing in the concert want to show that they altogether want peace and solidarity in the region. 'This is our way of showing that our mission to make sure that a people powered campaign, activity is our way of showing aggressors in the West Philippine Sea that we are standing up to what they're doing,' she said. 'At the same time, this is our way to show, highlight, and amplify the voices of those who are most affected—from the fisherfolks to frontliners who are bearing the brunt of what China is doing in our own seas,' she added. David also emphasized that they want to tell the world that their commitment to the West Philippine Sea is 'not through militarizing or war-mongering but in compassion, community, and culture.' 'What we want to do is to build bridges, using the language of music. Our nations may be far apart but we know that we are connected by the music that we share—music of peace, music of solidarity,' she explained. According to David, a concert will be held at sunset on Monday, and they are planning to also conduct a second concert on Wednesday morning as they welcome a 'new dawn.' Among the performers expected to participate in the third Atin Ito civilian mission are Ebe Dancel, all-women rock band Rouge, rap collective Morobeats, and P-pop group HORI7ON, Japanese artist Fumi, Indonesian and Malaysian musicians Viona and Kai Mata, as well as South Korean K-pop girl group I:Mond. Aside from musicians, the third Atin Ito civilian mission will also include artists, fisherfolk, and civil society leaders from the Philippines and neighboring countries to promote peace, dialogue, and cultural exchange. Volunteers from the Atin Ito Coalition boarded on Sunday M/V Kapitan Felix Oca which would sail to the West Philippine Sea for a third civilian mission. Atin Ito's first civilian mission was held in December 2023, when its Christmas convoy slipped past Chinese vessels and arrived at Lawak Island, part of the Kalayaan Island Group of Palawan, to deliver gifts to Filipino soldiers patrolling the area. The group was supposed to go to Ayungin Shoal where the BRP Sierra Madre has been intentionally grounded, but Atin Ito altered the convoy's route after China Coast Guard used its water cannon against Philippine vessels on a routine resupply and rotation mission to the dilapidated ship. In May 2024, Atin Ito conducted its second civilian mission to WPS, reaching Bajo de Masinloc, also known as the Scarborough Shoal, despite a blockade of Chinese vessels to deliver provisions to Filipino fishermen in the area. —KG, GMA Integrated News
