The Philippine Red Cross announced its molecular laboratories in Metro Manila which would be launched on Monday could process saliva COVID-19 tests daily. The saliva test is cheaper and less …
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its intelligence operatives arrested last year 510 foreigners for allegedly violating Philippine immigration laws. Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente said the errant foreigners were arrested …
After several months of waiting, the Department of Health has approved the COVID-19 saliva test being promoted by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC). This is after the pilot test conducted …
The Philippine Pediatric Society says it is not yet time for the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to allow children 10 years of age and older to leave their homes in …
House Bill 8097, which proposes additional benefits for solo parents, has already passed the last reading in the House. If enacted, there will be a 10 percent discount and a …
Some senators called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to simplify the process for COVID-19 vaccine donations in the Philippines. Senator Francis Tolentino asked that for example, an association …
The Department of Labor and Employment said Friday displaced workers from Nissan and Makati Shangri-La could avail of financial assistance from the government after the two companies stopped their operations …
The Kilusang Mayo Uno group once again called for action on their request to raise the minimum wage of workers in Metro Manila. “Hindi na talaga kakayanin ng P537 minimum …
Two senators denied Friday that the Senate inquiry on the COVID-19 vaccination plan of the national government favors a vaccine brand, contrary to the claims of President Rodrigo Duterte. Senate …
The Bureau of Immigration announced that they will be implementing the resolution of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) on allowing certain classes of …
Social Security System projected to lose over P41 billion worth of contributions if the planned contribution increase is delayed, its official said Thursday. According to SSS president and chief executive officer …
A 2-year-old child died after being shot by his own father in General Santos City. His father also died after shooting himself. “Unang Balita” reported on Friday that the investigation …
Malacañang announced Friday that individuals aged 10 years to 65 are now allowed to go out in areas under modified general community quarantine (MGCQ). “Any person below ten (10) years …
The private sector plans to get coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine from Novavax, a vaccine developer from India for companies wishing to pursue agreements with government and pharmaceutical firms. Presidential Adviser on …
According to data from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), thousands of workers have been affected by the closure of food and hotel accommodation businesses due to the coronavirus …
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental on Thursday at 8:23 pm according to Phivolcs. The earthquake was felt in the following areas: Intensity V – General …
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informs all concerned stakeholders and the general public that to date, there is no FDA Certified COVID-19 Test Kits for Self-Administration. In light of …
The national Social Weather Survey (SWS) of November 21-25, 2020, found 69% of Filipino families saying they received money-help from the government since the Covid-19 crisis began. This is similar …
University of the Philippines professor Danilo Arao asked Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque to calm down after Roque took offense in an interview with Pinky Webb which went viral. “Wala naman …
Political analyst Dindo Manhit of Stratbase ADR Institute explained that migrants, especially Filipinos in America, will benefit, as Biden will allegedly adjust Donald Trump’s immigration policies. He also said that …
Globe Telecom Inc. announced Thursday that 80% of Metro Manila has now 5th Generation (5G) outdoor coverage. Ortigas Commercial Business Districts (CBDs) and Bonifacio Global City have 97 percent 5G …
Two Korean nationals were arrested by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) authorities for working in the Philippines without a visa. Below is the report of BI posted on their Facebook …
The Department of Justice dismissed a criminal complaint against Senator Koko Pimentel III over his alleged quarantine violation last year. In March 2020, the Makati Medical Center (MMC) said Pimentel …
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has issued a show-cause order for internet service providers (ISPs) to explain the continued spread of child pornography. The SCO is said that ISPs still …
Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. opened up Thursday that he got hurt over the allegations against him regarding the claims in the overpricing of COVID-19 vaccines. During the Laging Handa …
With assistance from the private sector, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire on Thursday said that the government has enough cold storage facilities for COVID -19 vaccines that are expected to …