Active COVID-19 cases in Imus reaches 1,000; vaccination suspended
More than 1,000 active cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Imus City, Cavite, where vaccination was also suspended due to lack of supply. In a statement, Imus Mayor Emmanuel Maliksi …
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Electric bills to increase on August – Meralco
Manila Electric Co (Meralco) announced Monday that there would be an increase in electricity charges for August billing. According to Meralco, the surcharge is P0.0965 per kilowatt hour (kwh) due …
NCR ECQ cash aid distribution begins August 11
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced Monday that the distribution of cash aid for resident affected by the enhanced community quarantine in the National Capital Region …
Online scammer victimized DOJ Secretary Guevarra
Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Menardo Guevarra has mobilized their Office of Cybercrime to identify and prosecute the individuals behind the creation of his fake email account used for illegal …
DepEd: Enrollment begins August 16
The Department of Education (DepEd) has set August 16 as the enrollment period for students in public schools for the School Year 2021-2022. The enrollment period will only last until …
Over 2,800 new COVID-19 cases recorded in NCR over weekend
More than 2,800 new COVID-19 cases were recorded in the National Capital Region (NCR) on Saturday, August 7, even though the region has been under enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) since …
Proposed public participation in budgeting passed in Congress
The bill that will allow public participation in drafting the annual budget of Congress and other government offices has passed in the third and final reading in the House of …
9 out of 10 patients in ICUs not vaccinated
Nine out of ten patients bedridden in intensive care units of hospitals have not yet been vaccinated. As a result, a medical adviser of the National Task Force against COVID-19 …
Active COVID-19 cases in Laguna reach 3,000: gov
The number of active COVID-19 cases or still sick in Laguna has jumped to 3,000, Governor Ramil Hernandez said this Sunday. In an interview with TeleRadyo, Hernandez said that of …
Increase in COVID-19 cases not only due to infection in NCR
ABS-CBN Data Analytics found that apart from the National Capital Region, other regions also contributed significantly to the country’s current swell of new COVID-19 cases. In the past, as the …
Some motorists take hours before crossing checkpoints
It takes up to two hours for some motorists to cross the checkpoints now that Metro Manila has been subjected to enhanced community quarantine. “Sobra dalawang oras na po ako …
COVID-19 fake news spreader will be punished: MMDA
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is already investigating those who spread false information of “fake news” about the COVID-19 vaccination. According to MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos, they will hold …
DOLE offers emergency employment
Under the Employment Assistance to Our Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Filipinos who lost their jobs during the pandemic can apply for emergency …
BI men at NAIA intercept 6 trafficking victims
Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) stopped from leaving six suspected human trafficking victims bound for the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A report to …
4 DOH alert levels for COVID-19 status of each area
The Department of Health will use four alert levels to determine the situation of various areas in the Philippines when it comes to COVID-19. The DOH said it would help …
Abused Pinoy fisherman in Taiwan calls for justice
A Filipino fisherman in Taiwan sought help for the alleged mistreatment by the captain of their ship. In 2019, alias Jack worked as a fisherman in Taiwan. He and his …
Hidilyn Diaz gets ‘golden car’ from Ayala Foundation
Hidilyn Diaz temporarily took the time out of holding the barbell because she first touched her new “golden car” steering wheel as one of the prizes won for winning gold …
DILG apologized, revokes show cause order to Mayor Isko Moreno
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) apologized and revoked the show cause order sent to Manila Mayor Isko Moreno to explain the local government’s alleged failure to reach …
CHR to probe death of transgender woman in Bulacan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) will launch an investigation into the “reprehensible and senseless” killing of a 39-year-old transgender woman in Bulacan. “Through our Regional Office covering Central Luzon, …
Delta variant already found in all 17 NCR cities, municipalities
The more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 has been found in all cities and towns in Metro Manila, the Department of Health (DOH) confirmed this Friday. “All NCR areas now …
BI-NAIA on heightened alert, uninterrupted ops during ECQ
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) assured that its services to the traveling public will remain uninterrupted despite the implementation of the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Metro Manila and other …
Those who went to crowded vaccination sites should isolate: DOH
The Department of Health urged those who went to the crowded vaccination sites in Manila, Las Piñas, and Antipolo on Thursday to isolate and start observing themselves for any symptoms …
DSWD: Cash allocation notice for ECQ assistance expected today
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) expects this Friday to hand over to local governments in Metro Manila the funds and documents for the assistance provided now that …
2 Chinese fishermen rescued in Palawan; 2 others died, 1 missing
Authorities Thursday night rescued a small Chinese rubber boat in the ocean off Barangay Canipaan in Rizal town, Palawan. Onboard was the boat’s captain, identified as Lu Yunian, and fellow …
116 new Delta variant cases recorded in PH
According to the Department of Health (DOH), the total number of Delta variant cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines has risen to 331 after identifying 116 new cases yesterday. Based …
Roque wishes those spreading fake news will get COVID-19
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque was outraged by those who spread fake news amid the pandemic and increasing number of Delta variants. According to Roque, he thinks that the spread of …