PH vaccinates average of 162,513 people daily – NTF
The National Task Force (NTF) against COVID-19 said the government vaccinates an average of 162,513 COVID-19 people daily. NTF added that as of May 22, the Philippines had given a …
51 acquired COVID-19 after attending pool party in Nagkaisang Nayon
Fifty-one people acquired COVID-19 after attending a pool party and drinking sessions in Barangay Nagkaisang Nayon in Quezon City. A total of 610 people attended the said party and were …
Persons linked to ‘vaccine slots for sale’ identified: PNP
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said Monday it has already determined some personalities linked to the alleged vaccine slots for sale in some cities in Metro Manila. Philippine National Police …
Alleged ‘vaccine slots for sale’ in some LGUs being investigated
Authorities are already investigating the alleged sale of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine slots in some cities in Manila. The mayor of Mandaluyong ordered an investigation into the issue where it …
Riders call for 30 kph speed limit on crowded roads
A group of motorcycle riders and cyclists called on local government units this Sunday to intensify the 30 kilometers per hour (kph) speed limit on crowded roads. More than 200 …
DENR has yet to say if dolomite sand washed out in Manila Bay
It is too early to say whether the dolomite sand dumped in Manila Bay has been washed out, said Environment Undersecretary Jonas Leones. According to Leones, the “dolomite beach” project …
Those with HIV urged to get vaccinated vs COVID-19
In a virtual event recently, the Department of Health (DOH) said people with HIV should not be afraid of COVID-19 vaccines. Health Spokesperson Maria Rosario Vergeire said they could get …
2 Chinese victims of illegal detention rescued in Pampanga
Authorities rescued two Chinese nationals who were illegally detained at a hotel in Angeles City, Pampanga, on Sunday. According to PCapt. Nijel Sanoy, chief of the Angeles City Field Unit …
Aliens with old, unused entry exemptions docs considered expired starting June 1 – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced that starting June 1, it will no longer allow the entry of foreign nationals who present entry exemption documents (EEDs) issued by Department of …
CHR probes Ebeng Mayor rape-slay case
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) launched an investigation on the Ebeng Mayor rape-slay case. “Such atrocious act epitomizes the reality of members of the LGBTQIA+ community who face higher …
Childhood friend confessed killing, raping trans man Ebeng Mayor
Authorities on Saturday arrested three suspects in the alleged murder and rape of a 21-year-old transgender man Ebeng Mayor in Quezon City. In a report by Rod Vega on Super …
Justice called for death of transgender man Ebeng Mayor
Transman and Equality Movement-Philippines called for justice for the brutal death of transgender man Ebeng Mayor. “Today, we lost a member of the trans masculine community to a brutal criminal …
21-year-old transgender man Ebeng Mayor found dead, allegedly raped in Quezon City
A 21-year-old transgender man was found dead in Quezon City and is suspected of being raped. Ebeng Tria’s body was found in Bagong Silang on Thursday, a few days after …
Staycation, P2P now allowed in NCR Plus: DOT
Department of Tourism announced Friday that staycations and point-to-point air travel are now allowed in the National Capital Region (NCR) Plus area – Metro Manila, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna, and Cavite. …
Funds enough to pay hospital claims: PhilHealth
The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) assured Friday that its funds are enough to pay for the hospitals’ claims which already reached billions of pesos. “PhilHealth reiterates its commitment to …
Food terminal, trading post being built in Batangas to help farmers
A food terminal and trading post are being built in Batangas to help farmers recover from the pandemic. This will be done under the “Agri-industrial Business Corridor” program of the …
Rabiya Mateo’s mother says daughter gave her best
Christine Mateo, the mother of Rabiya Mateo, said her daughter gave her best during the 2020 Miss Universe pageant. On TeleRadyo’s “Sakto” program this Friday, Rabiya Mateo’s mother shared her …
Metro Manila mayors support non-disclosure of COVID-19 vaccine brand
Most Metro Manila mayors support the non-disclosure of the COVID-19 vaccine brand mandated by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG). In this …
PH ranks 3rd in SEA vaccination rollout
National Task Force Against COVID-19 Chief Implementer Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. announced yesterday that the Philippines is currently ranked third in Southeast Asia (SEA) in the vaccination rollout. According to …
SWS: 51% of adult Filipinos are confident on government’s evaluation of Covid-19 vaccines
As the Philippines enters its third month of Covid-19 vaccine program, the nationwide April 28–May 2, 2021 Social Weather Survey found 51% of adult Filipinos confident (18% very confident, 34% …
Vaccination as requirement for 4P’s should be discussed: DSWD
The proposal to make vaccination a condition for receiving assistance for 4P’s program beneficiaries still needs to be discussed, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Director …
Jennica Garcia, Alwyn Uytingco have separated
Jennica Garcia has confirmed split with husband Alwyn Uytingco after 7 years of marriage. The Kapuso actress however refused to give further details regarding their separation. “That’s the most that …
Gov’t includes BPO workers under A4 priority list
The government has included the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector employees under A4 priority or economic frontliners the government’s COVID-19 vaccination program, Malacañang said Friday. According to Presidential spokesperson Harry …
Bayanihan 3 bill worth P405.6 approved by House appro panel
The P405.6 billion Bayanihan 3 bill was approved by the House committee on appropriations on Friday. Ways and means committee chairperson Joey Salceda’s move to push the measure, which he …
VP Leni ‘open’ to making vaccine infomercial with Duterte
Vice President Leni Robredo’s spokesperson said VP Leni is open to all suggestions that would increase the public confidence in COVID-19 vaccines. “Kung may magri-reach out sa kanya at magsasama …
Palace apprehensive on proposed Robredo-Duterte vaccine infomercial
Malacañang is apprehensive that President Rodrigo Duterte would participate in the proposed vaccine infomercial with Vice President Leni Robredo. Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque told Dobol B TV on Friday said …