Hontiveros opposes increase in electric bills
Sen. Risa Hontiveros insisted that no electricity surcharge should be imposed and that the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) should stop it. According to Hontiveros, as long as there is no …
31 children at home care in Lapu-Lapu City have COVID-19
At least 60 youths tested positive for COVID-19 at 2 youth centers in Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City. In Lapu-Lapu City, 31 children and a social worker at a home …
Dead fishes float near Manggahan Floodway
Some residents were shocked by the floating of various types of dead fish on the Manggahan Floodway in Pasig City. With today’s high prices, many Filipinos have their own strategy …
Palace won’t confirm if mayor in bikini is Isko Moreno
President Rodrigo Duterte slammed a mayor who has obscene pictures on social media. “Kayong mga Pilipino, huwag kayong magpaloko diyan sa mga padrama magsalita. Nakita ko nga sa Facebook, naka-bikini …
Effects of ECQ to be seen upon its end
According to Health Secretary Franciso Duque, the impact of enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) will be seen upon its end. “Makikita lang natin ang epekto ng ECQ pagkatapos po ng 2 …
Delta variant threat should not be ignored: DOH
The more infectious Delta variant of COVID-19 appears to be fifth in the list of variants with the most detected in samples processed by the Philippine Genome Center (PGC). Of …
Nurse, barangay argue on lockdown policies
Tensions were high in an area under special concern lockdown in Barangay Doña Imelda, Quezon City, because an authorized person outside residence (APOR) who was supposed to go to work …
Ban in outdoor exercise opposed
Exercise outside the home has been banned in Metro Manila, while the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) is still in place and will last until August 20. But many did not …
Philippines exits recession with 11.8 percent GDP
The recession is said to be over because the Philippine economy has recovered in the second quarter of the year where the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) hit 11.8 percent, …
Comelec: All voters expected to be fully vaccinated by Election 2022
The government expects that by Election 2022, all voters in the country will be vaccinated against COVID-19. This is important because it will dictate how the Commission of Elections conducts …
Isko Moreno answers Duterte’s comments on aid distribution in Manila
Instead of fighting, Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso showed only achievements after President Rodrigo Duterte’s taunts and threats regarding his distribution of lockdown aid to their city. On Monday …
Vaccination in Tanza, Cavite suspended; vaccine team positive for COVID-19
Vaccination against COVID-19 has been suspended since Tuesday in the town of Tanza, Cavite, after some vaccination team members tested positive for COVID-19, even though some of them have been …
COVID-19 patients in Tuguegarao stay in car waiting to be admitted
Several COVID-19 patients stay in their cars while waiting to be admitted at Cagayan Valley Medical Center (CVMC) in Tuguegarao City. According to CVMC chief Dr. Glenn Matthew Baggao, the …
Large hospitals in NCR full of COVID patients
As COVID-19 patients fill the hospitals, a Department of Health (DOH) official advised those with mild cases not to rush to the hospitals first. According to Health Undersecretary Leopoldo Vega, …
4 towns in Pampanga under state of calamity
Four towns in Pampanga are now under a state of calamity due to flooding caused by bad weather. According to the Pampanga Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), …
Over 700K underwent mass testing in Macao; all negative for COVID-19
The test results of 716,251 people in Macao who underwent 4-day non-stop COVID-19 mass testing on August 4 to 7 were all negative. A total of 614,465 underwent the Macao …
All age groups had increase COVID-19 cases – DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) clarified yesterday that all age groups are now experiencing increased COVID-19 cases and not just among children. According to the DOH, there was a 59% …
5 charged for spreading ‘fake news’ on vaccine
Five people have been charged for allegedly spreading fake news about the government’s COVID-19 vaccination program, according to Malacañang. According to presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, the information about those charged …
Alien immigrants with expired ACR I-Cards can still enter PH – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said foreigners, who are holders of immigrant or permanent resident visas but whose alien certificate of registration identity cards (ACR I-Card) have expired, can still …
ECQ extension possible if cases continue to increase: DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) said Tuesday the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in the National Capital Region (NCR) could be extended due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases. However, …
US CDC: Avoid traveling to Philippines if unvaccinated due to ‘high’ COVID-19 risk
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday said unvaccinated individuals should avoid nonessential travel to the Philippines and other areas categorized as Level 3 (COVID-19 High). …
Jessica Soho course at Nas Academy stopped
In a statement on Monday, it was said that the Jessica Soho course at Nas Academy would no longer continue. “In light of recent events, and after our team’s series …
Bea Alonzo confirms relationship with Dominic Roque
Bea Alonzo confirmed her relationship with Dominic Roque after speculations. However, the actress clarified that she did not want to keep it a secret from the public. On Monday, the …
Nearly P500K worth of equipment stolen from Boracay school
Nearly half a million pesos worth of equipment was stolen from Manocmanoc Elementary School on the island of Boracay on Friday night. During the Malay police investigation, 2 culprits entered …
ECQ aid distribution in Metro Manila begins Wednesday
The aid distribution for those affected by the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Metro Manila will begin on Wednesday. According to the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), the …
Hidilyn Diaz gets condo and car prize
Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz can’t believe that she finally has a permanent place to stay in Manila. This is after a company gave her its promised condominium unit worth …