Group insists benefits for health workers
The group of health workers reiterated the immediate provision of benefits that have long been provided to them by the government. “Mage-expire na ‘yung ating Bayanihan 2 ngayong katapusan ng …
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Filipino-Chinese arrested for selling vaccine slot
Manila Police District (MPD) personnel arrested a Filipino-Chinese man allegedly involved in the ‘vaccination slot for sale’ modus operandi. MPD-Special Mayor’s Reaction Team chief, PLtCol Rosalino Ibay Jr., identified the …
DILG lauds 3 NCR cities’ COVID-19 vaccination
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) commended the three cities in the National Capital Region (NCR) that recorded the highest number of residents vaccinated against COVID-19. In the …
No law forcing individual to get vaccinated – DOJ
Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Menardo Guevarra opposed President Rodrigo Duterte, who threatened to arrest those who did not want to be vaccinated, saying that no law requires a Filipino …
DepEd’s procurement of laptops for teachers questioned
House Deputy Speaker Bernadette Herrera-Dy wants an investigation on the bidding process of the Department of Education’s purchase of 39,000 laptop computers for teachers. “We received information that the contract …
PHIVOLCS launches VolcanoPH Info app
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) launched a mobile application, VolcanoPH Info, to help the public be informed on volcano hazards and preparedness. According to the Department of …
P1.2B worth of illegal drugs destroyed in Cavite
Over 912 kilograms of different pieces of drug evidence worth over P1.295 billion were destroyed by Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) in Trece Martires City, Cavite. According to PDEA, the …
Woman rescued from sex trafficking ring says she did it for her baby
A woman rescued from a sex-trafficking ring in Lipa, Batangas, said she was forced to enter the illegal activity to support her baby. Quinn (not her real name) told 24 …
NCR population protection possible by November – Abalos
Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chairperson Benhur Abalos said Wednesday that population protection in the National Capital Region is achievable by November. Abalos told ANC that the national government is …
LP talks to other personalities for alliance in Election 2022: Pangilinan
Liberal Party (LP) president and senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan said they would talk to some personalities to form an alliance like Sens. Panfilo Lacson, Nancy Binay, Joel Villanueva, and even …
Patient shoots dead hospital guard in Manila
A guard at a hospital in Manila died after being shot by a patient who snatched his gun, Jonathan Andal reported in Unang Balita. The patient, who was said to …
US to donate up to 1-M COVID-19 vaccines by July
Up to 800,000 to 1 million doses of coronavirus disease vaccine (COVID-19) donated by the United States are expected to be received by the Philippines in July. He said the …
Metropolitan Theater ready for special events in Manila
On Tuesday, the management of the Metropolitan Theater previewed to the media their facilities for its reopening for special events in Manila. This Wednesday, the Manila local government unit will …
Container van fell in CAVITEx
It took past midnight to remove the container van that fell on the curving side of the bridge on CAVITEx Road heading to Las Piñas and Bacoor City, Cavite, on …
Duterte urged experts to plan COVID-19 Delta variant response
President Rodrigo Duterte instructed experts to develop a plan and mechanism to combat the more contagious coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Delta variant that was first seen in India. According to Duterte, …
Many shocked by Duterte’s threat to jail those refusing to be vaccinated
Many were shocked and relieved by President Rodrigo Duterte’s warning that those who do not want to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be imprisoned. This shocked many ordinary Filipinos, especially …
Some vegetables increase prices as rainy season begins
The price of vegetables has increased by P60 to P100 in some markets in Manila, as the rainy season begins this year. In Kamuning Market, broccoli is at P290 to …
U-turn slot at Dario bridge at EDSA reopened
The Dario Bridge in EDSA, Quezon City, has reopened for motorists. Its opening was slightly delayed because the signages stating that it was open were not immediately installed. According to …
7-year-old girl tied to a tree and allegedly raped by neighbor
A seven-year-old girl was tied to a small tree and allegedly raped by a 26-year-old neighbor in Calasiao, Pangasinan. In a report by Claire Lacanilao on GMA Regional TV “Balitang …
COVID-19 vaccination of teenagers possible by end of 2021-DOH
Before the end of the year, children may be vaccinated against COVID-19, the Department of Health (DOH) estimates. DOH Undersecretary Myrna Cabotaje shared this at the recent Laging Handa briefing …
Mandatory 14-day quarantine in Romblon extended until July 15
The implementation of the 14-day quarantine for travelers entering Romblon province has been extended until July 15, based on the approved order of the regional pandemic task force. It was …
Quezon City receives highest award from COA
For the first time in history, the Quezon City government received the highest rating award from the Commission on Audit (COA) in their audit report in 2020. The ‘unqualified opinion …
Filipinos can be vaccinated anywhere as long as registered: DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) has ensured that any Filipino in any part of the country can be vaccinated as long as they register with the local government to avoid …
Gov’t targets digital ID for vaccinated Pinoys
The government targets to have digital ID those who have completed the vaccine against COVID-19. Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said it is important that the QR Code be given to …
Face shield still mandatory indoor and outdoor – Palace
Malacañang revoked its earlier statement and said that wearing face shields indoors and outdoors is still mandatory. Via Twitter, Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque announced last night that President Rodrigo Duterte …
Philippines to receive millions of vaccines from US
The United States announced Monday that the Philippines would be among the countries to receive a portion of its 55 million donated COVID-19 vaccine doses. According to the US Embassy …