Navotas to open 2,000 walk-in vaccination slots
According to the local government, more than 2,000 walk-in vaccination slots will open in Navotas City this Tuesday. It will start at 1 to 3 pm, according to the city …
Phivolcs: Taal Volcano update
In the past 24-hour period, the Taal Volcano Network recorded ten (10) volcanic earthquakes and low-level background tremor that has persisted since 08 April 2021. High levels of volcanic sulfur …
Funds for hazard pay of health workers from December 2020 already in DOH
Funding has already been provided to the Department of Health (DOH) for special risk allowance (SRA) or hazard pay of health workers caring for COVID-19 patients, according to the Department …
Duterte no final decision yet on arming civilians: Palace
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque clarified Monday that President Rodrigo Duterte’s recommendation to arm anti-crime civilian organizations is not yet final. Last week, Duterte said he is open to the idea …
Occidental Mindoro appeals for additional COVID-19 vaccines
The provincial government of Occidental Mindoro is appealing to the national government for an additional supply of vaccines against COVID-19. According to provincial health officer Dr. Ma. Teresa Tan, there …
Sab-uyan Festival held in Pola, Oriental Mindoro
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sab-uyan Festival was held in the town of Pola, Oriental Mindoro, as a celebration of the feast of San Juan Bautista. The fluvial procession was …
Over 10 million COVID-19 vaccine doses injected in Philippines
According to data from the government, more than 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been injected in the Philippines. More than 2.5 million individuals have been fully vaccinated or …
Duterte’s suggestion to arm anti-crime civilian organizations slammed
Two progressive solons lambasted President Rodrigo Duterte’s suggestion to arm anti-crime civilian organizations. According to Bayan Muna party-list Representative Carlos Zarate, Duterte’s idea is “a bloody disaster waiting to happen.” …
DOT: IATF to discuss possible removal of swab test for fully vaccinated travelers
The inter-agency task force for the management of emerging infectious diseases (IATF) would discuss the possibility of removing the negative swab test results requirement for fully vaccinated travelers, Tourism Secretary …
Saudi-bound OFWs intercepted for falsifying age
Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the Clark International Airport (CIA) intercepted two female overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) bound for Jeddah for misrepresenting their age. In a report to BI …
Herd immunity at Christmas on NCR Plus 8 possible
It is still possible to reach herd immunity in the National Capital Region (NCR) and eight other places in the country against COVID-19 by Christmas if the government ensures that …
Slow down on easing lockdown in Metro Manila: DOH
Department of Health (DOH) and treatment czar Dr. Leopoldo Vega wants the government to slow down in lowering the lockdown status of Metro Manila due to the now reported more …
US fugitive wanted for contempt of court nabbed in Manila – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of an American woman wanted by federal authorities in the US for contempt of court and defying a court order in a …
Lacson reveals his expectations from Duterte’s last SONA
Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed what he expects to hear from President Rodrigo Duterte’s last State of the Nation Address (SONA) next month. “After five years, where are we now, or …
Pacquiao-Spence fight continues despite Paradigm Sports lawsuit
Senator Manny Pacquiao’s camp said the bout between the eight-division champ and Errol Spence in Las Vegas is still “on” despite the lawsuit Paradigm Sports filed against the boxing champ. …
Volcanic smog over Taal Volcano caldera
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported Monday that volcanic smog or vog was seen over the Taal Volcano caldera. In the past 24-hour period, the Taal Volcano …
OFWs in Taiwan condemn situation of dormitories
Some Filipino migrant workers in Taiwan have condemned the situation of their dormitories which is said to be the reason for the spread of COVID-19. The quarantine facility has released …
PNP finalizes recommendation for police psychological exam guidelines
The Philippine National Police (PNP) Health Service is finalizing the recommendations regarding psychiatric and psychological exams on all police officers, police chief Gen. Guillermo Eleazar said this Sunday. This follows …
Vlogger ‘Boy Mura’ arrested in Baguio for cyber libel
The Manila Police District and Baguio City Police arrested controversial pro-Duterte vlogger Niño Barzaga also known as “Boy Mura” in Baguio City, for a cyber libel case. According to the …
Speechwriter says Noynoy Aquino a strict but good boss
For the late former president Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, the Filipinos are his boss. For Aquino’s speechwriter Gian Lao, the late president is not perfect but a good boss. He …
House helper recounts last conversation with PNoy
For former president Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, his house helper Yolly Yebes played a big role in his life, especially when he was president. In fact, in the last State …
DOH: 9.9 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines administered
There are close to 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines nationwide injected, according to Department of Health (DOH) data. According to the DOH, 9.9 million doses have been injected as …
Noynoy Aquino’s love life was also watched by public back then
As a young man, the public also followed the love life of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III. As a result, several well-known personalities have been associated with him even …
How effective are different vaccine brands vs COVID-19 variants?
Now that a variety of more contagious COVID-19 variants have emerged, it is now being looked at what effect it will have on the effectiveness of previously developed vaccines against …
Former PNP chief Verzosa, 5 others, guilty of anomalous purchase of several rubber boats
The Sandiganbayan found former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Jesus Verzosa and five others guilty of corruption in connection with the purchase of police rubber boats (PRBs) and outboard motors …
WHO warns about dangers of Delta variant
The World Health Organization (WHO) representative warned that the surge of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases could be even worse if the Delta variant spreads to communities in the country. According …