The Philippines, which has the second worst outbreak in Southeast Asia, ushered in 2021 under the shadow of the world’s longest lockdown, dampening traditionally upbeat celebrations as authorities fear a post-holiday spike in coronavirus cases.

Full Post on Source: Duterte's New Year message: Brighter days ahead
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Duterte's New Year message: Brighter days ahead

The Philippines, which has the second worst outbreak in Southeast Asia, ushered in 2021 under the shadow of the world’s longest lockdown, da...
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But while there was a significant reduction in injuries linked to firecrackers, a stray bullet killed a girl from Lanao del Norte.

Full Post on Source: Firecracker injuries so far down by 85%; stray bullet kills girl in Lanao del Norte
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Firecracker injuries so far down by 85%; stray bullet kills girl in Lanao del Norte

But while there was a significant reduction in injuries linked to firecrackers, a stray bullet killed a girl from Lanao del Norte. Full P...
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This, after the communist rebels hinted of reviving teams that targeted police officers, soldiers, government agents and even politicians over "blood debts".

Full Post on Source: NPA forming urban hit squads, CPP confirms
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NPA forming urban hit squads, CPP confirms

This, after the communist rebels hinted of reviving teams that targeted police officers, soldiers, government agents and even politicians ov...
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Amid the challenges faced by the country and the entire world this year, Vice President Leni Robredo encouraged Filipinos to unite and share the message of hope this New Year.

Full Post on Source: Robredo: Unite and share message of hope
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Robredo: Unite and share message of hope

Amid the challenges faced by the country and the entire world this year, Vice President Leni Robredo encouraged Filipinos to unite and share...
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A lone bettor from Baguio City won the jackpot in the 6/45 Mega Lotto on Wednesday night.

Full Post on Source: Baguio bettor wins P20 million lotto pot
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Baguio bettor wins P20 million lotto pot

A lone bettor from Baguio City won the jackpot in the 6/45 Mega Lotto on Wednesday night. Full Post on Source: Baguio bettor wins P20 mil...
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Over 1,000 families that celebrated Christmas in evacuation centers in Bicol received building materials, tools and cash from the United Nations and its humanitarian partners in time for the New Year.

Full Post on Source: Bicol typhoon evacuees receive shelter kits from UN
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Bicol typhoon evacuees receive shelter kits from UN

Over 1,000 families that celebrated Christmas in evacuation centers in Bicol received building materials, tools and cash from the United Nat...
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Filipinos have been urged to patronize local fruits as part of the annual tradition of preparing round fruits during the New Year.

Full Post on Source: Pinoys urged to buy local fruits for New Year
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Pinoys urged to buy local fruits for New Year

Filipinos have been urged to patronize local fruits as part of the annual tradition of preparing round fruits during the New Year. Full P...
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Malacañang has called for respect for domestic policies after the United States enacted a spending law containing a policy that bars entry to foreign government officials who have threatened or wrongfully imprisoned independent journalists.

Full Post on Source: Palace reacts to US ban on journalist ‘offenders’
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Palace reacts to US ban on journalist ‘offenders’

Malacañang has called for respect for domestic policies after the United States enacted a spending law containing a policy that bars entry t...
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Seventy-five percent of firecracker-related injuries recorded for the past two weeks occurred at home, the Department of Health said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: 75% of firecracker injuries occurred at home – DOH
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75% of firecracker injuries occurred at home – DOH

Seventy-five percent of firecracker-related injuries recorded for the past two weeks occurred at home, the Department of Health said yesterd...
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Militant lawmakers yesterday questioned the veto by President Duterte of a provision in the 2021 national budget law that requires him to report to Congress the government’s use of intelligence funds.

Full Post on Source: Duterte veto on intel fund disclosure questioned
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Duterte veto on intel fund disclosure questioned

Militant lawmakers yesterday questioned the veto by President Duterte of a provision in the 2021 national budget law that requires him to re...
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Cloudy skies and scattered rains will welcome the first day of 2021 due to two weather systems, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Full Post on Source: 2021 gets cloudy, rainy welcome
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2021 gets cloudy, rainy welcome

Cloudy skies and scattered rains will welcome the first day of 2021 due to two weather systems, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geo...
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Full Post on Source: Kuwaiti gets death for murder of Pinay household worker
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Kuwaiti gets death for murder of Pinay household worker

Villavende Full Post on Source: Kuwaiti gets death for murder of Pinay household worker
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The year that was supposed to herald perfect vision turned out to be one of the worst in a century as the entire world was gripped by a pandemic for the first time since 1918.

Full Post on Source: 2020: The year everything changed
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2020: The year everything changed

The year that was supposed to herald perfect vision turned out to be one of the worst in a century as the entire world was gripped by a pand...
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The head of the Food and Drug Administration has lamented the seeming lack of appreciation for the agency's efforts in regulating COVID-19 vaccines after the administration went against its own regulator and inoculated select military and security details of the president.  

Full Post on Source: FDA chief laments 'lack of appreciation' after smuggled Sinopharm vaccination
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FDA chief laments 'lack of appreciation' after smuggled Sinopharm vaccination

The head of the Food and Drug Administration has lamented the seeming lack of appreciation for the agency's efforts in regulating COVID-...
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The country's next elections is set more than a year from now but results of a survey has shown pro-administration individuals leading the list to succeed President Rodrigo Duterte in 2022. 

Full Post on Source: Long road ahead, but pro-admin bets lead in early poll for 2022 elections
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Long road ahead, but pro-admin bets lead in early poll for 2022 elections

The country's next elections is set more than a year from now but results of a survey has shown pro-administration individuals leading t...
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Authorities on Thursday reported 1,541 additional coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 474,064 and capping off what has been a tumultuous year for the country grappling with the public health crisis.

Full Post on Source: Philippines ends year in pandemic with over 474,000 coronavirus infections
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Philippines ends year in pandemic with over 474,000 coronavirus infections

Authorities on Thursday reported 1,541 additional coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 474,064 and capping off what has been a tumultuou...
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In most if not all of these cases, these probes into the incidents of quarantine violations now lie unmoving in bureaucratic stasis. This, while others have been jailed and even shot for breaching social distancing protocols. 

Full Post on Source: Whatever happened to: Quarantine violators in Philippine government
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Whatever happened to: Quarantine violators in Philippine government

In most if not all of these cases, these probes into the incidents of quarantine violations now lie unmoving in bureaucratic stasis. This, w...
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A human rights watchdog on Thursday called for a probe on the joint police and military operations in Panay that reportedly resulted in the killings of indigenous leaders and the arrest of more than a dozen.

Full Post on Source: Watchdog seeks probe on killings, arrests of IPs in Panay
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Watchdog seeks probe on killings, arrests of IPs in Panay

A human rights watchdog on Thursday called for a probe on the joint police and military operations in Panay that reportedly resulted in the ...
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Properly managing the 23,366-hectare Taal Lake—the third largest in the country—plays a critical part in conserving the freshwater sardine. 

Full Post on Source: Saving Taal Lake, preserving the endemic tawilis
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Saving Taal Lake, preserving the endemic tawilis

Properly managing the 23,366-hectare Taal Lake—the third largest in the country—plays a critical part in conserving the freshwater sardine. ...
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Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. took to Twitter last night to confirm the news, describing the ruling as "fair and in accordance with [the] law" as well as of the Muslim law Sharia.

Full Post on Source: Slain OFW's employer gets death sentence in Kuwait
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Slain OFW's employer gets death sentence in Kuwait

Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. took to Twitter last night to confirm the news, describing the ruling as "fair and in accordance with [the...
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Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Monday reminded the Department of Tourism-accredited hotels used as quarantine hotels to refrain from accepting guests for leisure purposes.

Full Post on Source: ‘Not acceptable’: DOT warns quarantine hotels of penalties if used for leisure
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‘Not acceptable’: DOT warns quarantine hotels of penalties if used for leisure

Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Monday reminded the Department of Tourism-accredited hotels used as quarantine hotels to refrai...
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Close to 800 Filipino health care workers in the United Kingdom have tested positive for COVID-19, the Department of Labor and Employment confirmed yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Nearly 800 Pinoy health workers in UK catch COVID-19
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Nearly 800 Pinoy health workers in UK catch COVID-19

Close to 800 Filipino health care workers in the United Kingdom have tested positive for COVID-19, the Department of Labor and Employment co...
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The government will need to speed up its spending of the P4.5-trillion national budget next year to expedite the nation’s economic recovery from the pandemic, an economist in Congress said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: ‘Swift budget spending key to economic rebound’
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‘Swift budget spending key to economic rebound’

The government will need to speed up its spending of the P4.5-trillion national budget next year to expedite the nation’s economic recovery ...
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President Duterte yesterday lauded COVID-19 frontliners in his Rizal Day message for this year and urged Filipinos to emulate the modern-day heroes’ love for the nation.

Full Post on Source: Duterte likens COVID-19 frontliners to Rizal
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Duterte likens COVID-19 frontliners to Rizal

President Duterte yesterday lauded COVID-19 frontliners in his Rizal Day message for this year and urged Filipinos to emulate the modern-day...
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There’s no stopping the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. from implementing its scheduled increase in premium contributions come 2021.

Full Post on Source: PhilHealth premium contribution hike to push through
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PhilHealth premium contribution hike to push through

There’s no stopping the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. from implementing its scheduled increase in premium contributions come 2021. Fu...
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The Philippine population is expected to reach 110.8 million in 2021, up from 109.4 million in 2020, the Commission on Population said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Lockdown babies seen to reach 250,000
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Lockdown babies seen to reach 250,000

The Philippine population is expected to reach 110.8 million in 2021, up from 109.4 million in 2020, the Commission on Population said yeste...
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Speaker Lord Allan Velasco was surprised to learn from the members of the House of Representatives whom President Duterte implicated in a corruption scandal that the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission never gave them a chance to refute the allegations.

Full Post on Source: Speaker to PACC: Turn over lawmakers’ cases to ombudsman
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Speaker to PACC: Turn over lawmakers’ cases to ombudsman

Speaker Lord Allan Velasco was surprised to learn from the members of the House of Representatives whom President Duterte implicated in a co...
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Sen. Grace Poe has extended financial assistance to the Malabon Zoo Foundation, which has closed its doors to visitors for the first time in 31 years since the COVID-19 pandemic started.

Full Post on Source: Poe comes to Malabon Zoo’s aid
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Poe comes to Malabon Zoo’s aid

Sen. Grace Poe has extended financial assistance to the Malabon Zoo Foundation, which has closed its doors to visitors for the first time in...
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The Presidential Security Group will not be spared from the National Bureau of Investigation probe into the unauthorized distribution and administration of unregistered coronavirus vaccines.

Full Post on Source: NBI to probe entry, use of unregistered vaccines
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NBI to probe entry, use of unregistered vaccines

The Presidential Security Group will not be spared from the National Bureau of Investigation probe into the unauthorized distribution and ad...
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Two weather systems are expected to bring rains in many parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila, on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Rainy New Year – PAGASA
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Rainy New Year – PAGASA

Two weather systems are expected to bring rains in many parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila, on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, the Ph...
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"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Francisco Duque said when asked about other countries that have recorded cases of the new COVID-19 strain. 

Full Post on Source: DOH still waiting for confirmation of report of new COVID-19 variant in US
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DOH still waiting for confirmation of report of new COVID-19 variant in US

"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Fra...
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"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Francisco Duque said when asked about other countries that have recorded cases of the new COVID-19 strain. 

Full Post on Source: US now included in travel ban against new COVID-19 variant
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US now included in travel ban against new COVID-19 variant

"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Fra...
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A Journalism professor at the University of Santo Tomas on Thursday called a right-wing Facebook page out for red-tagging him through a blind item post.

Full Post on Source: UST journalism prof calls out Facebook page for red-tagging blind item
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UST journalism prof calls out Facebook page for red-tagging blind item

A Journalism professor at the University of Santo Tomas on Thursday called a right-wing Facebook page out for red-tagging him through a blin...
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The Department of Tourism on Wednesday expressed its full support for the implementation of strict entry protocols in light of the new coronavirus variant.

Full Post on Source: DOT backs travel ban to keep new coronavirus variant out
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DOT backs travel ban to keep new coronavirus variant out

The Department of Tourism on Wednesday expressed its full support for the implementation of strict entry protocols in light of the new coron...
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Asked how he would rate the Department of Health's performance throughout the year, Duque said: "From what I see on the ground and in my interactions with the DOH team, I would give them 9-10 in terms of great effort to contribute to the national government's coronavirus response in every aspect of our five-point strategy against COVID-19."

Full Post on Source: Health officials record 1,014 more coronavirus cases, tally now at 472,532
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Health officials record 1,014 more coronavirus cases, tally now at 472,532

Asked how he would rate the Department of Health's performance throughout the year, Duque said: "From what I see on the ground and ...
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"May we continue to celebrate Rizal and our modern-day heroes, to learn from their example, and to express the love and respect of a grateful nation," Duterte said.

Full Post on Source: On Rizal Day, Duterte calls pandemic frontliners modern-day heroes
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On Rizal Day, Duterte calls pandemic frontliners modern-day heroes

"May we continue to celebrate Rizal and our modern-day heroes, to learn from their example, and to express the love and respect of a gr...
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The inoculation of President Rodrigo Duterte's security detail with smuggled vaccines is a continued consequence of the lack of a coherent and equitable game plan to control and manage the pandemic, Sen. Francis Pangilinan said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: Pangilinan tells top officials: Create a group chat, millions of lives are at stake
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Pangilinan tells top officials: Create a group chat, millions of lives are at stake

The inoculation of President Rodrigo Duterte's security detail with smuggled vaccines is a continued consequence of the lack of a cohere...
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Labor Attaché Amy Reyes said the 26 fresh cases among Filipinos in the UK are now in isolation and are being given assistance.

Full Post on Source: 26 more Filipino health workers in UK infected with COVID-19
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26 more Filipino health workers in UK infected with COVID-19

Labor Attaché Amy Reyes said the 26 fresh cases among Filipinos in the UK are now in isolation and are being given assistance. Full Post ...
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"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Francisco Duque said when asked about other countries that have recorded cases of the new COVID-19 strain. 

Full Post on Source: US to be included in travel ban over COVID-19 variant — Duque
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US to be included in travel ban over COVID-19 variant — Duque

"[T]hat's the policy. Any country that has reported the UK variant will be subjected to a temporary ban," Health Secretary Fra...
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The country's projected population next year, however, may still increase due to increased unplanned pregnancies brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Philippine population seen to hit 110.8M in 2021 but lockdown may bring more babies
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Philippine population seen to hit 110.8M in 2021 but lockdown may bring more babies

The country's projected population next year, however, may still increase due to increased unplanned pregnancies brought about by the CO...
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Amid the continued uproar over the unauthorized inoculation of the president's top men, National Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Thursday confirmed that the COVID-19 vaccines used by the Presidential Security Group entered the country illegally.

Full Post on Source: Lorenzana admits Sinopharm vaccines used by Duterte’s security detail were smuggled
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Lorenzana admits Sinopharm vaccines used by Duterte’s security detail were smuggled

Amid the continued uproar over the unauthorized inoculation of the president's top men, National Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on T...
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"It is dangerous for people who are cycling to wear a face shield over a face mask: The face shield distorts the wearer’s vision; fogs up due to breath, the rain, or humidity; and creates blind spots," the statement read. 

Full Post on Source: Face shield requirement dangerous for cyclists, transport group stresses
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Face shield requirement dangerous for cyclists, transport group stresses

"It is dangerous for people who are cycling to wear a face shield over a face mask: The face shield distorts the wearer’s vision; fogs ...
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Following President Duterte’s disclosure that some soldiers and members of his Cabinet have already been inoculated with Chinese firm Sinopharm’s COVID-19 vaccine, Presidential Security Group commander Brig. Gen. Jesus Durante III yesterday cleared the Chief Executive of any liability in the vaccination of his close-in PSG personnel.

Full Post on Source: Vaccination furor: PSG clears Duterte
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Vaccination furor: PSG clears Duterte

Following President Duterte’s disclosure that some soldiers and members of his Cabinet have already been inoculated with Chinese firm Sinoph...
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A valuable and unique addition to the nation’s Rizaliana Library will be launched soon.

Full Post on Source: Rizal, the artist, revealed in new book
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Rizal, the artist, revealed in new book

A valuable and unique addition to the nation’s Rizaliana Library will be launched soon. Full Post on Source: Rizal, the artist, revealed ...
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On Tuesday, as the picture continues to unfold, it appears that officials could not offer answers as to how the inoculation was carried out, let alone how the Sinopharm vaccines found its way into the country. 

Full Post on Source: No papers, no orders: Agencies left in the dark over Sinopharm vaccination mess
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No papers, no orders: Agencies left in the dark over Sinopharm vaccination mess

On Tuesday, as the picture continues to unfold, it appears that officials could not offer answers as to how the inoculation was carried out,...
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Groups who want to have copies of President Rodrigo Duterte's statement of assets, liabilities and net worth should comply with the rules set by the ombudsman, Malacañang said Tuesday, even if the chief executive has affirmed the right to access to information.

Full Post on Source: Palace insists ombudsman rules on calls to publicize Duterte SALN
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Palace insists ombudsman rules on calls to publicize Duterte SALN

Groups who want to have copies of President Rodrigo Duterte's statement of assets, liabilities and net worth should comply with the rule...
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Several parts of the country including Metro Manila could end the long year that is 2020 with rains, state weather bureau PAGASA said on Tuesday. 

Full Post on Source: Rains seen in NCR, other parts of Philippines by end-2020
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Rains seen in NCR, other parts of Philippines by end-2020

Several parts of the country including Metro Manila could end the long year that is 2020 with rains, state weather bureau PAGASA said on Tue...
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After what can only be described as a lapse in communication on the part of the national government, it's finally final: foreign travelers coming from areas where the new strain of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) first recorded in the United Kingdom will be banned from entering the country.

Full Post on Source: After miscommunication, broader travel ban on 20 territories finally sure
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After miscommunication, broader travel ban on 20 territories finally sure

After what can only be described as a lapse in communication on the part of the national government, it's finally final: foreign travele...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has vetoed about a dozen provisions of the 2021 national budget, including one that requires the executive branch to submit quarterly reports on the use of intelligence funds to Congress.

Full Post on Source: Duterte refuses to submit reports on use of intel funds to Congress
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Duterte refuses to submit reports on use of intel funds to Congress

President Rodrigo Duterte has vetoed about a dozen provisions of the 2021 national budget, including one that requires the executive branch ...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has accused the International Criminal Court of interfering in the Philippines' internal matters almost two weeks after the tribunal's prosecutor claimed there was "reasonable basis" to believe crimes against humanity were committed in the country because of the war on drugs

Full Post on Source: 'Who gave you the authority?: Duterte slams ICC anew
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'Who gave you the authority?: Duterte slams ICC anew

President Rodrigo Duterte has accused the International Criminal Court of interfering in the Philippines' internal matters almost two we...
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"The November 2020 survey found that 50% of adult Filipinos expected this Christmas to be happy (masaya), 15% expected it to be sad (malungkot), and 33% expected it to be neither happy nor sad," the SWS report reads. 

Full Post on Source: SWS: 91% of Pinoys hopeful for new year, the lowest since 2009
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SWS: 91% of Pinoys hopeful for new year, the lowest since 2009

"The November 2020 survey found that 50% of adult Filipinos expected this Christmas to be happy (masaya), 15% expected it to be sad (ma...
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House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco reiterated other lawmakers’ longstanding call for the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission to bring its corruption allegations against congressmen before the Office of the Ombudsman.

Full Post on Source: Velasco wants corruption allegations vs lawmakers brought before Ombudsman
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Velasco wants corruption allegations vs lawmakers brought before Ombudsman

House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco reiterated other lawmakers’ longstanding call for the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission to bring its ...
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Malacañang insists that the vaccines from Sinopharm were given for free even though no one in the administration is able to identify who exactly who they were from or how they entered the country.

Full Post on Source: 'Gov't-sanctioned black market': Hontiveros hits inoculation of VIPs with unauthorized vaccines
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'Gov't-sanctioned black market': Hontiveros hits inoculation of VIPs with unauthorized vaccines

Malacañang insists that the vaccines from Sinopharm were given for free even though no one in the administration is able to identify who exa...
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FDA Director General Eric Domingo said the agency is looking into the details of the early COVID-19 vaccination activity involving members of the Presidential Security Group, which was only revealed Monday.

Full Post on Source: FDA probing of early, unauthorized use of COVID-19 vaccine
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FDA probing of early, unauthorized use of COVID-19 vaccine

FDA Director General Eric Domingo said the agency is looking into the details of the early COVID-19 vaccination activity involving members o...
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The United States has passed a law barring entry to any foreign official involved in persecuting independent journalists.

Full Post on Source: Foreign officials persecuting journalists barred from US
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Foreign officials persecuting journalists barred from US

The United States has passed a law barring entry to any foreign official involved in persecuting independent journalists. Full Post on So...
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Tuesday’s additional cases pushed the country’s caseload to 471,526, of which 5% are people undergoing treatment and quarantine.

Full Post on Source: Philippines adds 886 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 471,526
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Philippines adds 886 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 471,526

Tuesday’s additional cases pushed the country’s caseload to 471,526, of which 5% are people undergoing treatment and quarantine. Full Pos...
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The Palace said the vaccines were donated but nobody seems to know who donated them.

Full Post on Source: 'Bad precedent': Experts seek unlikely accountability over unauthorized vaccinations
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'Bad precedent': Experts seek unlikely accountability over unauthorized vaccinations

The Palace said the vaccines were donated but nobody seems to know who donated them. Full Post on Source: 'Bad precedent': Expert...
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"If you ask me, is there currently a travel ban? My answer is no. Will there be? Perhaps. Anong detalye? Let's wait for it," presidential spokesman Harry Roque said.

Full Post on Source: Confusion as Palace contradicts 3 agencies on broader travel ban
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Confusion as Palace contradicts 3 agencies on broader travel ban

"If you ask me, is there currently a travel ban? My answer is no. Will there be? Perhaps. Anong detalye? Let's wait for it," p...
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"Now these drug lords — along with kidnappers, drug pushers — bring them [to a place] with not too many people to avoid scandal. Pour gasoline on them and light it. That’s what those people deserve,” 

Full Post on Source: As gov’t execs take prohibited vaccines, Duterte asserts stance vs illegal drugs
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As gov’t execs take prohibited vaccines, Duterte asserts stance vs illegal drugs

"Now these drug lords — along with kidnappers, drug pushers — bring them [to a place] with not too many people to avoid scandal. Pour g...
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The lawmakers accused of corruption leaned heavily on the pronouncement of Duterte that “there is no hard evidence” to back up the corruption list and his advice to the public to not take the list as gospel truth.

Full Post on Source: No evidence backing corruption list, tagged lawmakers say
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No evidence backing corruption list, tagged lawmakers say

The lawmakers accused of corruption leaned heavily on the pronouncement of Duterte that “there is no hard evidence” to back up the corruptio...
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“Out of the three applications for independent trials, we have approved one yesterday. And that’s the one by Janssen,” FDA Director General Eric Domingo said in a briefing Tuesday.

Full Post on Source: FDA OKs Janssen application to hold vaccine trial in Philippines
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FDA OKs Janssen application to hold vaccine trial in Philippines

“Out of the three applications for independent trials, we have approved one yesterday. And that’s the one by Janssen,” FDA Director General ...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the imposition of a travel ban on 20 countries that have registered cases of a new coronavirus variant which experts fear to be more contagious.

Full Post on Source: Philippines to ban travel from countries with new COVID-19 variant — Duque
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Philippines to ban travel from countries with new COVID-19 variant — Duque

President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the imposition of a travel ban on 20 countries that have registered cases of a new coronavirus varian...
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"First of all I'd like to correct myself. I only know just one member of the Cabinet, but I cannot disclose his identity because I don't want to violate his right to privacy...I'm not sure actually about the vaccine, but I think the President mentioned that it's Sinopharm," the DILG chief said in an interview aired over ANC's Matters of Fact. 

Full Post on Source: Año: Only one Cabinet member vaccinated with donated unauthorized vaccine
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Año: Only one Cabinet member vaccinated with donated unauthorized vaccine

"First of all I'd like to correct myself. I only know just one member of the Cabinet, but I cannot disclose his identity because I ...
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The Coalition for People’s Right to Health also condemned the “blatant” disregard of existing laws and processes following the use of unauthorized COVID-19 vaccine on soldiers and Cabinet officials.

Full Post on Source: 'VIP vaccination' bypassed health workers, mocks regulatory process — groups
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'VIP vaccination' bypassed health workers, mocks regulatory process — groups

The Coalition for People’s Right to Health also condemned the “blatant” disregard of existing laws and processes following the use of unauth...
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The Department of Tourism its attached marketing and promotions agency, Tourism Promotions Board on Monday signed a memorandum of agreement with the Philippine Children's Medical Center (PCMC) to further expand affordable RT-PCR (Real-Time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) test in time for New Year domestic travels.

Full Post on Source: DOT inks agreement with PCMC for subsidized COVID-19 tests for tourists
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DOT inks agreement with PCMC for subsidized COVID-19 tests for tourists

The Department of Tourism its attached marketing and promotions agency, Tourism Promotions Board on Monday signed a memorandum of agreement ...
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The Bureau of Immigration has announced a 79 percent reduction in the number of international travelers coming to the country this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Full Post on Source: International arrivals drop 79% due to COVID-19
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International arrivals drop 79% due to COVID-19

The Bureau of Immigration has announced a 79 percent reduction in the number of international travelers coming to the country this year as a...
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The Anti-Terrorism Council’s designation of the Communist Party of the Philippines as a terrorist group is also directed at the legal political opposition, CPP Central Committee information officer Marco Valbuena claimed yesterday.

Full Post on Source: CPP: Terror tag also targets political opposition
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CPP: Terror tag also targets political opposition

The Anti-Terrorism Council’s designation of the Communist Party of the Philippines as a terrorist group is also directed at the legal politi...
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The Department of Labor and Employment is rolling out a three-year national recovery plan in 2021 to generate jobs for millions of workers displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Full Post on Source: DOLE rolls out employment recovery plan
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DOLE rolls out employment recovery plan

The Department of Labor and Employment is rolling out a three-year national recovery plan in 2021 to generate jobs for millions of workers d...
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Malacañang yesterday defended President Duterte’s remark that he would scrap the Visiting Forces Agreement if the US does not supply the Philippines with COVID-19 vaccines, saying it was in line with his independent foreign policy.

Full Post on Source: Palace defends Duterte linking US vaccines to VFA
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Palace defends Duterte linking US vaccines to VFA

Malacañang yesterday defended President Duterte’s remark that he would scrap the Visiting Forces Agreement if the US does not supply the Phi...
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Interior Secretary Eduardo Año confirmed yesterday that several Cabinet members and soldiers belonging to the Presidential Security Group have received COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: ‘Some Cabinet, PSG men have received vaccine’
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‘Some Cabinet, PSG men have received vaccine’

Interior Secretary Eduardo Año confirmed yesterday that several Cabinet members and soldiers belonging to the Presidential Security Group ha...
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There will be no changes in the quarantine restrictions in Metro Manila this January despite concerns about a possible post-holiday surge in COVID-19 infections.

Full Post on Source: NCR to remain under GCQ in January
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NCR to remain under GCQ in January

There will be no changes in the quarantine restrictions in Metro Manila this January despite concerns about a possible post-holiday surge in...
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Malacañang yesterday expressed optimism that the Philippines would remain safe from the new coronavirus strain as long as quarantine protocols are strictly implemented.

Full Post on Source: Philippines to remain safe from COVID-19 variant if…
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Philippines to remain safe from COVID-19 variant if…

Malacañang yesterday expressed optimism that the Philippines would remain safe from the new coronavirus strain as long as quarantine protoco...
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President Duterte yesterday signed the P4.5-trillion national budget for 2021, which included sizeable allocations for the purchase, storage and distribution of vaccines for COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: Duterte signs P4.5 trillion budget for 2021
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Duterte signs P4.5 trillion budget for 2021

President Duterte yesterday signed the P4.5-trillion national budget for 2021, which included sizeable allocations for the purchase, storage...
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The world's longest lockdown stretches even further with President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday night extending until next year the community quarantine in the country, nearly 10 months since it was put in place. 

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila, Davao City among areas under GCQ in January
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Metro Manila, Davao City among areas under GCQ in January

The world's longest lockdown stretches even further with President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday night extending until next year the communi...
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Government must ensure that students won't regress or drop out of school in 2021, a lawmaker said, as the possibility of holding in-person learning hangs in the balance amid the threat of a variant of the coronavirus.

Full Post on Source: Gov't told: Ensure students won't drop out in 2021 as face-to-face classes remain uncertain
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Gov't told: Ensure students won't drop out in 2021 as face-to-face classes remain uncertain

Government must ensure that students won't regress or drop out of school in 2021, a lawmaker said, as the possibility of holding in-pers...
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"First of all, we want to mention that there is no AFP sanctioned inoculation or vaccination for members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Given that information, we will have to validate what the president said. What we are sure about and what we are thankful for is that the AFP will be counted among frontliners when the vaccines become available," he said in Filipino. 

Full Post on Source: PNP distances from 'VIP vaccines' fiasco while military denies vaccine program
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PNP distances from 'VIP vaccines' fiasco while military denies vaccine program

"First of all, we want to mention that there is no AFP sanctioned inoculation or vaccination for members of the Armed Forces of the Phi...
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Party-lists in the Makabayan bloc are among the activist groups that the government has accused of being in league with communist rebels, an allegation that the groups have rejected.

Full Post on Source: Makabayan bloc: Terror tag on CPP-NPA threatens legal groups, prospects for peace
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Makabayan bloc: Terror tag on CPP-NPA threatens legal groups, prospects for peace

Party-lists in the Makabayan bloc are among the activist groups that the government has accused of being in league with communist rebels, an...
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In a statement Monday, the DOH and the RITM said that “no expired testing kits were released to any laboratory” based on delivery records and documents.

Full Post on Source: DOH, RITM deny contact tracing czar's claim over expired testing kits
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DOH, RITM deny contact tracing czar's claim over expired testing kits

In a statement Monday, the DOH and the RITM said that “no expired testing kits were released to any laboratory” based on delivery records an...
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The Cebu-based luxury resort laid down what it is doing to amend its ways and improve its services to accommodate guests who have certain disabilities.

Full Post on Source: After backlash, Plantation Bay setting up areas for guests with special needs
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After backlash, Plantation Bay setting up areas for guests with special needs

The Cebu-based luxury resort laid down what it is doing to amend its ways and improve its services to accommodate guests who have certain di...
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President Rodrigo Duterte's threat to junk the Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States if it fails to deliver its COVID-19 vaccine is not sitting well with some lawmakers, as the Palace sought to defend the move on Monday.

Full Post on Source: Gordon: Using VFA as leverage for vaccine 'mercenary, lowers dignity of the Philippines'
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Gordon: Using VFA as leverage for vaccine 'mercenary, lowers dignity of the Philippines'

President Rodrigo Duterte's threat to junk the Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States if it fails to deliver its COVID-19 vacc...
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The Philippines, which has Southeast Asia’s second worst outbreak, is bracing for a surge in COVID-19 cases after the Christmas holiday festivities.

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 766 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 470,650
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Philippines logs 766 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 470,650

The Philippines, which has Southeast Asia’s second worst outbreak, is bracing for a surge in COVID-19 cases after the Christmas holiday fest...
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No COVID-19 vaccine has received emergency use authorization from the country’s Food and Drug Administration.

Full Post on Source: For everyone else: DOH, FDA warn vs use of unauthorized vaccine
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For everyone else: DOH, FDA warn vs use of unauthorized vaccine

No COVID-19 vaccine has received emergency use authorization from the country’s Food and Drug Administration. Full Post on Source: For ev...
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"We also reiterate that the use of unregistered products poses harm to a person's health and safety. This is why only vaccines which have been approved and found to be safe should be administered."

Full Post on Source: Some Cabinet members, troops get vaccines ahead of FDA approval
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Some Cabinet members, troops get vaccines ahead of FDA approval

"We also reiterate that the use of unregistered products poses harm to a person's health and safety. This is why only vaccines whic...
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Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque made the claim in response to a claim made by President Rodrigo Duterte that many in the Philippines have received the vaccine created by Chinese government-owned Sinopharm.

Full Post on Source: Roque justifies soldiers getting jabs of unauthorized COVID-19 vaccine
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Roque justifies soldiers getting jabs of unauthorized COVID-19 vaccine

Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque made the claim in response to a claim made by President Rodrigo Duterte that many in the Philippines h...
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Proposed measures to keep the new coronavirus strain out of the Philippines would be discussed in the meeting of the government’s inter-agency task force on COVID-19 Monday morning, DOH Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said.

Full Post on Source: DOH to recommend travel restrictions on nations with new COVID-19 variant
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DOH to recommend travel restrictions on nations with new COVID-19 variant

Proposed measures to keep the new coronavirus strain out of the Philippines would be discussed in the meeting of the government’s inter-agen...
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"Let's avoid using fireworks, we know that we face violations when we use it and that it can cause harm to our public. So I hope we follow the standards and policies of the government so that we can have a safe welcome in the coming year," Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said at a press briefing on Saturday.

Full Post on Source: Prohibitions on fireworks still being enforced, DILG reminds public
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Prohibitions on fireworks still being enforced, DILG reminds public

"Let's avoid using fireworks, we know that we face violations when we use it and that it can cause harm to our public. So I hope we...
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A draft text of the country’s first Nationally Determined Contributions, provided by Aksyon Klima over the weekend, states that the Philippines aims to reduce greenhouse gas emission by 30% by 2040, with at least 2% of these reductions to be done unconditionally.

Full Post on Source: Philippines' scaled-down climate commitment called 'underwhelming, shameful'
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Philippines' scaled-down climate commitment called 'underwhelming, shameful'

A draft text of the country’s first Nationally Determined Contributions, provided by Aksyon Klima over the weekend, states that the Philippi...
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Lacson was referring to President Rodrigo Duterte's comment last Saturday that if the US "can't deliver at least 20 million doses at a minimum, they better get out." 

Full Post on Source: Threat to scrap VFA could limit Philippines' vaccine options, Lacson warns
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Threat to scrap VFA could limit Philippines' vaccine options, Lacson warns

Lacson was referring to President Rodrigo Duterte's comment last Saturday that if the US "can't deliver at least 20 million dos...
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Vice President Leni Robredo’s office is getting a P229-million increase, as reflected in the 2021 General Appropriations Bill ratified by Congress, placing her official budget for next year at P900 million.

Full Post on Source: Vice President’s 2021 budget hiked by P229 million
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Vice President’s 2021 budget hiked by P229 million

Vice President Leni Robredo’s office is getting a P229-million increase, as reflected in the 2021 General Appropriations Bill ratified by Co...
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Another lockdown is possible if “things get worse,” President Duterte said as a more infectious coronavirus variant begins to spread.

Full Post on Source: Duterte eyes lockdown over new COVID-19 variant
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Duterte eyes lockdown over new COVID-19 variant

Another lockdown is possible if “things get worse,” President Duterte said as a more infectious coronavirus variant begins to spread. Ful...
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Mayors who cannot implement measures against COVID-19 should “move aside” and let other officials do the job, President Duterte said, as he vowed to probe barangay officials whose areas have recorded spikes in infections.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: Mayors must be zealous in fighting COVID-19
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Duterte: Mayors must be zealous in fighting COVID-19

Mayors who cannot implement measures against COVID-19 should “move aside” and let other officials do the job, President Duterte said, as he ...
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The country’s internet connection, considered a basic necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic, is still too slow.

Full Post on Source: Philippines internet ‘second slowest’ in Asean, ranks 110th worldwide
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Philippines internet ‘second slowest’ in Asean, ranks 110th worldwide

The country’s internet connection, considered a basic necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic, is still too slow. Full Post on Source: Phi...
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Amid the public clamor for swift justice, the Philippine National Police is still waiting for a court commitment order to transfer M/Sgt. Jonel Nuezca, who shot dead a mother and her son in Paniqui, Tarlac last week, to a jail.

Full Post on Source: ‘Killer cop’ may be transferred to jail soon
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‘Killer cop’ may be transferred to jail soon

Amid the public clamor for swift justice, the Philippine National Police is still waiting for a court commitment order to transfer M/Sgt. Jo...
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As 2020 draws to an end, it closes the warmest decade on record and becomes one of the three hottest years ever measured, the United Nations weather agency reported.

Full Post on Source: 2020 closes warmest decade on record
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2020 closes warmest decade on record

As 2020 draws to an end, it closes the warmest decade on record and becomes one of the three hottest years ever measured, the United Nations...
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US pharmaceutical company Pfizer Inc. has officially applied for the required authority to supply and market COVID-19 vaccine in the Philippines.

Full Post on Source: Pfizer applies for emergency use authority in Philippines
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Pfizer applies for emergency use authority in Philippines

US pharmaceutical company Pfizer Inc. has officially applied for the required authority to supply and market COVID-19 vaccine in the Philipp...
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Although the Food and Drug Administration has yet to approve the use in the country of the COVID-19 vaccines developed by China, President Duterte has confirmed reports that some individuals and a “select few” members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines have been vaccinated with the Sinopharm shot.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: Select Pinoys received Sinopharm vaccine
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Duterte: Select Pinoys received Sinopharm vaccine

Although the Food and Drug Administration has yet to approve the use in the country of the COVID-19 vaccines developed by China, President D...
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President Duterte has extended the travel ban on flights coming from the United Kingdom for another two weeks from Dec. 31, in an effort to keep out the new strain of coronavirus.

Full Post on Source: Philippines ban on travelers from UK extended
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Philippines ban on travelers from UK extended

President Duterte has extended the travel ban on flights coming from the United Kingdom for another two weeks from Dec. 31, in an effort to ...
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Disaster management officials warned the public yesterday against possible floods and landslides as two low-pressure areas continued to dump rains in Luzon and other parts of the country.

Full Post on Source: 2 LPAs to bring floods, landslides
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2 LPAs to bring floods, landslides

Disaster management officials warned the public yesterday against possible floods and landslides as two low-pressure areas continued to dump...
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"Make it an obligation for them to really strictly follow also whatever direction that we take in this fight against COVID," the president told Interior Secretary Eduardo Año during a meeting in Malacañang on Saturday evening.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: Mayors must implement protocol vs COVID or step aside
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Duterte: Mayors must implement protocol vs COVID or step aside

"Make it an obligation for them to really strictly follow also whatever direction that we take in this fight against COVID," the p...
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Foreign affairs officials saw 282 more Filipinos abroad contracting the coronavirus last week in total, bringing the number of infected to now at 12,828.

Full Post on Source: 282 added to DFA's count of Filipinos abroad with COVID-19
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282 added to DFA's count of Filipinos abroad with COVID-19

Foreign affairs officials saw 282 more Filipinos abroad contracting the coronavirus last week in total, bringing the number of infected to n...
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Slain mother and son Sonya and Frank Anthony Gregorio were laid to rest on Sunday, two days after Christmas in what should have been a happy occasion for the family that was marred by the murder of the two by a police officer.

Full Post on Source: Paniqui shooting victims Sonya and Frank Gregorio laid to rest
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Paniqui shooting victims Sonya and Frank Gregorio laid to rest

Slain mother and son Sonya and Frank Anthony Gregorio were laid to rest on Sunday, two days after Christmas in what should have been a happy...
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"The Party, the New People's Army and the revolutionary movement are outside the legal jurisdiction of the [Government of the Republic of the Philippines],”  Marco Valbuena, spokesman of the CPP Central Committee said.

Full Post on Source: CPP rejects government designation as terrorist group
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CPP rejects government designation as terrorist group

"The Party, the New People's Army and the revolutionary movement are outside the legal jurisdiction of the [Government of the Repub...
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Government claims of success in fighting the pandemic have been largely incompatible with the situation on the ground. 

Full Post on Source: DOH adds 883 coronavirus cases as tally eclipses 469,880
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DOH adds 883 coronavirus cases as tally eclipses 469,880

Government claims of success in fighting the pandemic have been largely incompatible with the situation on the ground.  Full Post on Sour...
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Almost immediately after reports broke of the new strain on December 20, Belgium and the Netherlands imposed similar travel bans of their own. 

Full Post on Source: Suspension of flights from UK extended by two weeks
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Suspension of flights from UK extended by two weeks

Almost immediately after reports broke of the new strain on December 20, Belgium and the Netherlands imposed similar travel bans of their ow...
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The president's latest pronouncement follows the supposed botched negotiations with the US drugmaker Pfizer for 10 million doses and as his administration faces criticism of lagging behind in the global race to secure doses. 

Full Post on Source: Duterte says to end VFA if US 'can't deliver at least 20 million doses' of vaccine
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Duterte says to end VFA if US 'can't deliver at least 20 million doses' of vaccine

The president's latest pronouncement follows the supposed botched negotiations with the US drugmaker Pfizer for 10 million doses and as ...
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Weather bureau PAGASA on Sunday said rains will continue to persist in most parts of the country due to the two new low pressure areas it is monitoring. 

Full Post on Source: Rain in most parts of Philippines due to 2 LPAs
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Rain in most parts of Philippines due to 2 LPAs

Weather bureau PAGASA on Sunday said rains will continue to persist in most parts of the country due to the two new low pressure areas it is...
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"Let me tell you, many have already been injected with Sinopharm," Duterte said. 

Full Post on Source: AFP personnel have received Sinopharm vaccine, Duterte says
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AFP personnel have received Sinopharm vaccine, Duterte says

"Let me tell you, many have already been injected with Sinopharm," Duterte said.  Full Post on Source: AFP personnel have recei...
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Desperate times call for desperate measures.

Full Post on Source: Lawmakers: E-sabong bill to help revive economy
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Lawmakers: E-sabong bill to help revive economy

Desperate times call for desperate measures. Full Post on Source: Lawmakers: E-sabong bill to help revive economy
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A week before the New Year, 10 individuals have been injured by firecrackers, the Department of Health reported yesterday.

Full Post on Source: DOH reports 10 firecracker victims since December 21.
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DOH reports 10 firecracker victims since December 21.

A week before the New Year, 10 individuals have been injured by firecrackers, the Department of Health reported yesterday. Full Post on S...
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Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is preparing its fleet to help in the transport of COVID-19 vaccines to the country and around the region.

Full Post on Source: PAL readies fleet for vaccine transport
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PAL readies fleet for vaccine transport

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is preparing its fleet to help in the transport of COVID-19 vaccines to the country and around the region. ...
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Now that the Communist Party of the Philippines and its New People’s Army have been declared by the government as terrorist groups, their legal front organizations can likewise be implicated in their crimes.

Full Post on Source: Terror tag on NPA: Legal fronts may be implicated
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Terror tag on NPA: Legal fronts may be implicated

Now that the Communist Party of the Philippines and its New People’s Army have been declared by the government as terrorist groups, their le...
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Two low-pressure areas will bring rains over most of the countrythis week, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Full Post on Source: 2 LPAs to bring rains – PAGASA
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2 LPAs to bring rains – PAGASA

Two low-pressure areas will bring rains over most of the countrythis week, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronom...
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The owner of the Malabon Zoo has appealed for help to feed its animals, some named after celebrities, and to go on with housekeeping work as it remains closed to visitors due to government restrictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Malabon Zoo owner appeals for donations
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Malabon Zoo owner appeals for donations

The owner of the Malabon Zoo has appealed for help to feed its animals, some named after celebrities, and to go on with housekeeping work as...
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Private schools that suspended operations this school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic only have until Tuesday to file their respective notices of temporary closure, according to the Department of Education.

Full Post on Source: DepEd sets filing deadline for notices of school closures
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DepEd sets filing deadline for notices of school closures

Private schools that suspended operations this school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic only have until Tuesday to file their respective not...
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Regular neuropsychiatric tests and anger management sessions are needed in the Philippine National Police (PNP) to prevent loose cannons in the force, like Master Sergeant Jonel Nuezca, a senator and former PNP chief said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Regular neuropsychiatric tests for cops sought
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Regular neuropsychiatric tests for cops sought

Regular neuropsychiatric tests and anger management sessions are needed in the Philippine National Police (PNP) to prevent loose cannons in ...
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A surge in COVID-19 cases this Christmas season could be expected by the end of December up to the second week of January 2021, an official of the Philippine College of Physicians said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Holiday COVID-19 spike to be seen by 2nd week of January
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Holiday COVID-19 spike to be seen by 2nd week of January

A surge in COVID-19 cases this Christmas season could be expected by the end of December up to the second week of January 2021, an official ...
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President Duterte revoked yesterday an earlier order to the Department of Education to allow face-to-face classes by January next year following reports that the coronavirus has mutated into a new variant, which has the ability to spread much more rapidly.

Full Post on Source: Duterte scraps face-to-face 2021 classes
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Duterte scraps face-to-face 2021 classes

President Duterte revoked yesterday an earlier order to the Department of Education to allow face-to-face classes by January next year follo...
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President Rodrigo Duterte said that he wants to form a new task force composed of medical experts to deal with the new coronavirus strain which was first reported in the United Kingdom.

Full Post on Source: Duterte wants new task force on new coronavirus strain
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Duterte wants new task force on new coronavirus strain

President Rodrigo Duterte said that he wants to form a new task force composed of medical experts to deal with the new coronavirus strain wh...
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Amid mounting concerns over a new strain of coronavirus which experts fear to be more contagious than the original, President Rodrigo Duterte will no longer allow the Department of Education to pilot face-to-face classes come January next year. 

Full Post on Source: Duterte suspends pilot face-to-face classes in 2021 due to new COVID-19 variant
bySator Tenet
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Duterte suspends pilot face-to-face classes in 2021 due to new COVID-19 variant

Amid mounting concerns over a new strain of coronavirus which experts fear to be more contagious than the original, President Rodrigo Dutert...
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The Communist Party of the Philippines rejected their designation as a terrorist organization alongside their armed wing, the New People’s Army, warning that this will lead to “heightened fascist suppression.”

Full Post on Source: CPP warns of ‘heightened suppression’ after being designated as terrorists
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CPP warns of ‘heightened suppression’ after being designated as terrorists

The Communist Party of the Philippines rejected their designation as a terrorist organization alongside their armed wing, the New People’s A...
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The health department on Saturday reported another 1,406 COVID-19 infections, pushing the national caseload to a grim 469,005.  

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases in the Philippines top 469,000 with 1,406 new infections
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Coronavirus cases in the Philippines top 469,000 with 1,406 new infections

The health department on Saturday reported another 1,406 COVID-19 infections, pushing the national caseload to a grim 469,005.   Full Pos...
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The Department of Health urged the public to refrain from using fireworks amid the holiday season, reporting that 10 Filipinos have already sustained injuries due to the pyrotechnic devices just one day after Christmas.

Full Post on Source: DOH logs 10 firecracker-related injuries ahead of New Year celebrations
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DOH logs 10 firecracker-related injuries ahead of New Year celebrations

The Department of Health urged the public to refrain from using fireworks amid the holiday season, reporting that 10 Filipinos have already ...
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The Department of Health defended Sinovac Biotech Ltd.’s coronavirus vaccine amid mounting criticism on the government’s continued keenness to buy the shot despite it only being 50% effective according to late-stage trials in Brazil.

Full Post on Source: DOH defends Sinovac vaccine’s efficacy rate
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DOH defends Sinovac vaccine’s efficacy rate

The Department of Health defended Sinovac Biotech Ltd.’s coronavirus vaccine amid mounting criticism on the government’s continued keenness ...
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Another 23 cops contracted novel coronavirus on Christmas day, bringing the national police's caseload to 8,844.

Full Post on Source: PNP's COVID-19 cases rise to 8,844 as another cop breaks quarantine rules on Christmas
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PNP's COVID-19 cases rise to 8,844 as another cop breaks quarantine rules on Christmas

Another 23 cops contracted novel coronavirus on Christmas day, bringing the national police's caseload to 8,844. Full Post on Source:...
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Led by the UAAP's Board of Managing Directors, the league reached out to three different locations in Rizal to share their blessings after the communities were affected by Typhoon Ulysses last month.

Full Post on Source: UAAP spreads Christmas spirit with outreach in typhoon-hit communities
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UAAP spreads Christmas spirit with outreach in typhoon-hit communities

Led by the UAAP's Board of Managing Directors, the league reached out to three different locations in Rizal to share their blessings aft...
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Pope Francis prayed for the protection of victims of natural disasters in the Philippines and Vietnam in his Christmas day message.

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Pope Francis prays for storm victims in Philippines in Christmas message

Pope Francis prayed for the protection of victims of natural disasters in the Philippines and Vietnam in his Christmas day message. Full ...
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The Anti-Terrorism Council has designated the Communist Party of the Philippines and its armed wing, the New People’s Army, as a terrorist organization.

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CPP-NPA designated as terrorist group

The Anti-Terrorism Council has designated the Communist Party of the Philippines and its armed wing, the New People’s Army, as a terrorist o...
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Archbishop Charles John Brown pre­sided over his first Christmas Day mass as apostolic nuncio to the Philippines at the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros yesterday and conveyed Pope Francis’ greeting to the Filipino faithful.

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Pope sends Christmas greetings to Pinoys

Archbishop Charles John Brown pre­sided over his first Christmas Day mass as apostolic nuncio to the Philippines at the Manila Cathedral in ...
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Amid the COVID-19 pan­demic, the Philippines was not spared from a slew of natural calamities that affected over nine million people in 2020.

Full Post on Source: Apart from COVID-19, Philippines suffered slew of disasters
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Apart from COVID-19, Philippines suffered slew of disasters

Amid the COVID-19 pan­demic, the Philippines was not spared from a slew of natural calamities that affected over nine million people in 2020...
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The celebration of Christmas nationwide was generally peaceful, the Philippine National Police reported yesterday.

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PNP: Christmas celebration generally peaceful

The celebration of Christmas nationwide was generally peaceful, the Philippine National Police reported yesterday. Full Post on Source: P...
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Senators strongly warned yesterday the government against risking the lives of Filipinos and procuring China’s Sinovac vaccine, saying it is not only expensive compared to other brands but also only reportedly 50 percent effective.

Full Post on Source: Senators: 50% Sinovac efficacy unacceptable
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Senators: 50% Sinovac efficacy unacceptable

Senators strongly warned yesterday the government against risking the lives of Filipinos and procuring China’s Sinovac vaccine, saying it is...
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Due to the serious threat of a new strain of coronavirus discovered in the United Kingdom, President Duterte is set to consult with the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases today to determine whether to extend the travel ban on travelers from Britain beyond Dec. 31.

Full Post on Source: Duterte calls for emergency meet on new COVID-19 strain
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Duterte calls for emergency meet on new COVID-19 strain

Due to the serious threat of a new strain of coronavirus discovered in the United Kingdom, President Duterte is set to consult with the Inte...
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Light railway and train operations in Metro Manila briefly stopped and people attending Christmas morning mass in Calatagan, Batangas had a scare when a 6.3-magnitude earthquake rocked parts of Luzon yesterday.

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Earthshaking Christmas

Light railway and train operations in Metro Manila briefly stopped and people attending Christmas morning mass in Calatagan, Batangas had a ...
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President Duterte will be vetoing some portions of the P4.5-trillion national budget for 2021, which he will be signing on Monday.

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Duterte set to veto items in ’21 budget

President Duterte will be vetoing some portions of the P4.5-trillion national budget for 2021, which he will be signing on Monday. Full P...
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Bullet casings lifted from the crime scene now form part of the evidence against police M/Sgt. Jonel Nuezca in the fatal shooting of a mother and son in Paniqui, Tarlac last Sunday.

Full Post on Source: Probers get more evidence vs killer cop
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Probers get more evidence vs killer cop

Bullet casings lifted from the crime scene now form part of the evidence against police M/Sgt. Jonel Nuezca in the fatal shooting of a mothe...
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(Updated 4:16 p.m.) The Department of Health recorded 1,885 new coronavirus infections on Christmas day, the highest in a week, pushing the total number of cases to 467,601.

Full Post on Source: 1,885 new COVID-19 cases push total to 467,601
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1,885 new COVID-19 cases push total to 467,601

(Updated 4:16 p.m.) The Department of Health recorded 1,885 new coronavirus infections on Christmas day, the highest in a week, pushing the ...
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President Rodrigo Duterte called for a meeting with the Inter-agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases to discuss the new coronavirus strain first reported in the United Kingdom which is feared to be more infectious.

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Duterte calls for IATF meeting over new coronavirus strain

President Rodrigo Duterte called for a meeting with the Inter-agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases to discus...
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Some opposition lawmakers are questioning the government’s continued preference for Sinovac Biotech’s coronavirus vaccine, even after late-stage clinical trials in Brazil showed that its efficacy rate only stands at 50%.

Full Post on Source: Gov’t hit over preference for Sinovac’s ‘pasang-awa’ vaccine
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Gov’t hit over preference for Sinovac’s ‘pasang-awa’ vaccine

Some opposition lawmakers are questioning the government’s continued preference for Sinovac Biotech’s coronavirus vaccine, even after late-s...
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An American warship sailed through waters off the contested Spratly Islands in the South China Sea on Thursday, in the latest challenge to Beijing's sweeping territorial claims in the region.

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US warship sails by China-claimed Spratly Islands

An American warship sailed through waters off the contested Spratly Islands in the South China Sea on Thursday, in the latest challenge to B...
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(Update 3, 10:53 a.m.) Two major quakes struck the Philippines on Christmas day, with some residents in Luzon being awakened by a magnitude-6.3 tremor, while a magnitude-5.3 temblor hit waters off Sarangani, Davao Occidental.

Full Post on Source: Back-to-back quakes hit Luzon, Mindanao on Christmas day
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Back-to-back quakes hit Luzon, Mindanao on Christmas day

(Update 3, 10:53 a.m.) Two major quakes struck the Philippines on Christmas day, with some residents in Luzon being awakened by a magnitude-...
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A magnitude-6.3 quake struck Calatagan, Batangas, south of Metro Manila, at 7:43 a.m. on Christmas day.

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Magnitude-6.3 quake strikes Batangas on Christmas day

A magnitude-6.3 quake struck Calatagan, Batangas, south of Metro Manila, at 7:43 a.m. on Christmas day. Full Post on Source: Magnitude-6....
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The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has reminded the public to practice proper waste management amid the merriment during the holiday season.

Full Post on Source: Pinoys reminded to practice proper waste disposal
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Pinoys reminded to practice proper waste disposal

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has reminded the public to practice proper waste management amid the merriment during th...
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The Civil Service Commission has paid tribute to government frontliners who perished in the country’s battle against the coronavirus disease 2019 or COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: CSC honors fallen COVID-19 frontliners
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CSC honors fallen COVID-19 frontliners

The Civil Service Commission has paid tribute to government frontliners who perished in the country’s battle against the coronavirus disease...
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Only a few healthcare workers and other workers who contracted coronavirus disease 2019 while performing their duties have sought compensation, according to the Employees Compensation Commission.

Full Post on Source: Few COVID-19 survivors seek compensation from ECC
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Few COVID-19 survivors seek compensation from ECC

Only a few healthcare workers and other workers who contracted coronavirus disease 2019 while performing their duties have sought compensati...
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After more than a month of having no COVID-19 cases, the Department of Justice has recorded two new cases this month.

Full Post on Source: 2 DOJ personnel test positive for COVID-19
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2 DOJ personnel test positive for COVID-19

After more than a month of having no COVID-19 cases, the Department of Justice has recorded two new cases this month. Full Post on Source...
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A congresswoman yesterday supported a call to allow private companies to import tax-free doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for their employees’ use.

Full Post on Source: Proposal for tax-free import of COVID-19 vaccine backed
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Proposal for tax-free import of COVID-19 vaccine backed

A congresswoman yesterday supported a call to allow private companies to import tax-free doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for their employees’ ...
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Police reported the first injuries from firecrackers and stray bullets this Christmas season, with a farmer injured by a stray bullet in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija on Wednesday night and a man by a firecracker in San Jose del Monte City in Bulacan.

Full Post on Source: Nueva Ecija, Bulacan record first stray bullet, firecracker victims
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Nueva Ecija, Bulacan record first stray bullet, firecracker victims

Police reported the first injuries from firecrackers and stray bullets this Christmas season, with a farmer injured by a stray bullet in Cuy...
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The Philippine government is closely monitoring the developments related to the new strain of the coronavirus disease in the United Kingdom, which has not reached the country as of yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Philippine monitoring new COVID-19 strain in UK
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Philippine monitoring new COVID-19 strain in UK

The Philippine government is closely monitoring the developments related to the new strain of the coronavirus disease in the United Kingdom,...
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On average over the past decade, one journalist is killed every four days, according to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

Full Post on Source: One journalist killed worldwide every 4 days
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One journalist killed worldwide every 4 days

On average over the past decade, one journalist is killed every four days, according to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultu...
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Malacañang reminded the public yesterday to strictly observe health protocols while celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Public urged: Celebrate with caution
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Public urged: Celebrate with caution

Malacañang reminded the public yesterday to strictly observe health protocols while celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ amid the coronavir...
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President Duterte praised the “indomitable spirit” of Filipinos in his Christmas message and urged them to remain hopeful as there are “better days ahead” despite the challenges confronting the Philippines this year.

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Better days ahead – Duterte

President Duterte praised the “indomitable spirit” of Filipinos in his Christmas message and urged them to remain hopeful as there are “bett...
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Four of the seven activists arrested early in December, dubbed “Human Rights Day 7” will be spending Christmas in detention over charges they claim are trumped up.

Full Post on Source: Police appeal on non-bailable case blocks release of four of 'HR Day 7'
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Police appeal on non-bailable case blocks release of four of 'HR Day 7'

Four of the seven activists arrested early in December, dubbed “Human Rights Day 7” will be spending Christmas in detention over charges the...
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The Department of Health on Thursday, Christmas eve, reported 1,776 new COVID-19 infections, pushing national tally to 465,724.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases reach 465,724 with 1,776 new infections
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COVID-19 cases reach 465,724 with 1,776 new infections

The Department of Health on Thursday, Christmas eve, reported 1,776 new COVID-19 infections, pushing national tally to 465,724. Full Post...
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President Rodrigo Duterte urged the Filipino people to hold on to hope as the country celebrates Christmas in the middle of a pandemic that has changed lives across the globe.

Full Post on Source: Duterte urges Filipinos to hold on to hope as nation celebrates Christmas amid COVID
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Duterte urges Filipinos to hold on to hope as nation celebrates Christmas amid COVID

President Rodrigo Duterte urged the Filipino people to hold on to hope as the country celebrates Christmas in the middle of a pandemic that ...
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The CA’s Special Twelfth Division rejected Ressa’ appeal to be allowed to travel to the US, saying she again failed to prove the necessity of her travel.

Full Post on Source: Appeals court again rejects Ressa's bid to visit ailing mother in US
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Appeals court again rejects Ressa's bid to visit ailing mother in US

The CA’s Special Twelfth Division rejected Ressa’ appeal to be allowed to travel to the US, saying she again failed to prove the necessity o...
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One out of two Filipinos expects to be happy during Christmas this year while those anticipating a sad holiday reached a record-high 15%, a Social Weather Stations poll released the day before the country's biggest holiday showed.

Full Post on Source: SWS: Only half of Filipinos expect a happy Christmas this year
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SWS: Only half of Filipinos expect a happy Christmas this year

One out of two Filipinos expects to be happy during Christmas this year while those anticipating a sad holiday reached a record-high 15%, a ...
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Celebrating the country’s biggest holiday will be a lot different and more difficult for former residents of Pulo nearly a year since Taal Volcano erupted.

Full Post on Source: Displaced and locked down in same year, Taal Lake folk face bleak Christmas
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Displaced and locked down in same year, Taal Lake folk face bleak Christmas

Celebrating the country’s biggest holiday will be a lot different and more difficult for former residents of Pulo nearly a year since Taal V...
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Jollibee’s Chickenjoy won as Best Fried Chicken in Brunei, besting several local restaurants and international fast-food chains that entered their own fried chicken recipes in the competition.

Full Post on Source: Jollibee’s Chickenjoy picked as Brunei’s best fried chicken
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Jollibee’s Chickenjoy picked as Brunei’s best fried chicken

Jollibee’s Chickenjoy won as Best Fried Chicken in Brunei, besting several local restaurants and international fast-food chains that entered...
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Despite the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and other concerns, 91 percent of Filipinos will face the New Year with hope, the latest Pulse Asia survey revealed.

Full Post on Source: 91% of Pinoys to welcome 2021 with hope — survey
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91% of Pinoys to welcome 2021 with hope — survey

Despite the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and other concerns, 91 percent of Filipinos will face the New Year with hope, the latest Pulse Asia...
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Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra yesterday assured witnesses in the killing of a mother and son in Paniqui, Tarlac of government protection under the witness protection program.

Full Post on Source: DOJ vows protection for Tarlac slay witnesses
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DOJ vows protection for Tarlac slay witnesses

Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra yesterday assured witnesses in the killing of a mother and son in Paniqui, Tarlac of government protectio...
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Proposals to revive the death penalty have re-emerged as a subject of debate in Congress, following Sunday’s chilling video footage of a policeman shooting an unarmed mother and her son to death in Tarlac.

Full Post on Source: Death for killer cops? Congressmen divided
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Death for killer cops? Congressmen divided

Proposals to revive the death penalty have re-emerged as a subject of debate in Congress, following Sunday’s chilling video footage of a pol...
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Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. believes Health Secretary Francisco Duque III, whom he confirmed as the one who had “dropped the ball” in negotiations with US drug maker Pfizer for COVID-19 vaccine supply to the country, must stay in his post to see the pandemic through.

Full Post on Source: Locsin: Duque must see pandemic through
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Locsin: Duque must see pandemic through

Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. believes Health Secretary Francisco Duque III, whom he confirmed as the one who had “dropped th...
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Fireworks stakeholders in this province have appealed to President Duterte to implement strict regulations in the industry to prevent injuries instead of a total ban.

Full Post on Source: Bulacan fireworks makers call for regulation, not total ban
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Bulacan fireworks makers call for regulation, not total ban

Fireworks stakeholders in this province have appealed to President Duterte to implement strict regulations in the industry to prevent injuri...
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Foreign affairs officials on Wednesday reported a new spike in coronavirus infections and deaths among Filipinos abroad, with overall cases now at 12,820. 

Full Post on Source: 81 more Filipinos abroad contract COVID-19, 24 new deaths reported
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81 more Filipinos abroad contract COVID-19, 24 new deaths reported

Foreign affairs officials on Wednesday reported a new spike in coronavirus infections and deaths among Filipinos abroad, with overall cases ...
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Christmas Eve in the country will have a generally fair weather condition with no weather disturbances in sight, PAGASA said Wednesday. 

Full Post on Source: PAGASA: Fair weather seen on Christmas Eve
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PAGASA: Fair weather seen on Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve in the country will have a generally fair weather condition with no weather disturbances in sight, PAGASA said Wednesday.  ...
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"Children have the right to be protected from all forms of violence, including bullying. The child is also a victim in this situation..."

Full Post on Source: UNICEF urges protection for children involved in Tarlac murders
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UNICEF urges protection for children involved in Tarlac murders

"Children have the right to be protected from all forms of violence, including bullying. The child is also a victim in this situation.....
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Palace on Wednesday said it was no longer surprised on the results of a survey that showed more than a majority of Filipinos believe the quality of their lives worsened in a year marred by coronavirus pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Palace: No surprise on quality of life worsening in 2020
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Palace: No surprise on quality of life worsening in 2020

Palace on Wednesday said it was no longer surprised on the results of a survey that showed more than a majority of Filipinos believe the qua...
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"We would like to thank the leadership of UDDS for their donations that would be used by our medical frontliners and patients in our vital quarantine facilities," Sinas said.

Full Post on Source: PNP gets 15,000 face shields as cops with COVID-19 hit 8,735
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PNP gets 15,000 face shields as cops with COVID-19 hit 8,735

"We would like to thank the leadership of UDDS for their donations that would be used by our medical frontliners and patients in our vi...
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During a recent meeting of the government's pandemic task force, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III reported that most of the additional COVID-19 cases as of December 21 came from Metro Manila, CALABARZON and the Davao region. 

Full Post on Source: 'High-risk' areas under monitoring for COVID-19 spike as Christmas approaches
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'High-risk' areas under monitoring for COVID-19 spike as Christmas approaches

During a recent meeting of the government's pandemic task force, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III reported that most of the addition...
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Flag carrier Philippine Airlines has decided to suspend flights to and from London until the end of February 2021, following the decision of the Philippine government to block flights from the United Kingdom due to fears of a new and more infectious strain of the coronavirus.

Full Post on Source: Philippine Airlines suspends flights to and from London until February 2021
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Philippine Airlines suspends flights to and from London until February 2021

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines has decided to suspend flights to and from London until the end of February 2021, following the decision of...
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In a release Wednesday, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian called on the National Task Force Against COVID-19 to include public school teachers, along with non-teaching staff and school administrators, in the priority groups for the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccination.

Full Post on Source: Gov't urged to prioritize teachers in COVID-19 vaccination
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Gov't urged to prioritize teachers in COVID-19 vaccination

In a release Wednesday, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian called on the National Task Force Against COVID-19 to include public school teachers, along ...
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The highest daily rise was seen in Quezon City with 123 cases, followed by Rizal with 84, Manila City with 74, Davao City with 54 and Batangas with 49.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 464,004 with 1,196 new infections
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 464,004 with 1,196 new infections

The highest daily rise was seen in Quezon City with 123 cases, followed by Rizal with 84, Manila City with 74, Davao City with 54 and Batang...
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A child rights group warned that there could be a “devastating” long-term impact on children who witnessed an off-duty policeman shooting a mother and her son in Paniqui, Tarlac.

Full Post on Source: Child rights groups warns of 'devastating' impact on children who witnessed Tarlac shooting
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Child rights groups warns of 'devastating' impact on children who witnessed Tarlac shooting

A child rights group warned that there could be a “devastating” long-term impact on children who witnessed an off-duty policeman shooting a ...
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Initial analysis from the Philippine Genome Center showed that the coronavirus variant found in the United Kingdom is not yet detected in the Philippines, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said.

Full Post on Source: DOH: Local experts studying new coronavirus strain
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DOH: Local experts studying new coronavirus strain

Initial analysis from the Philippine Genome Center showed that the coronavirus variant found in the United Kingdom is not yet detected in th...
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A slight majority of Filipino adults are expecting to celebrate Christmas the same way they did last year even if the coronavirus pandemic is still raging, a new survey revealed.

Full Post on Source: 55% of Filipinos expect Christmas to be the same despite the pandemic
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55% of Filipinos expect Christmas to be the same despite the pandemic

A slight majority of Filipino adults are expecting to celebrate Christmas the same way they did last year even if the coronavirus pandemic i...
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Tropical Depression Vicky has left a combined cost of damage at over P200 million as of Wednesday, official figures showed. 

Full Post on Source: 'Vicky' damage to infra reaches P122 million, agri at P111 million
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'Vicky' damage to infra reaches P122 million, agri at P111 million

Tropical Depression Vicky has left a combined cost of damage at over P200 million as of Wednesday, official figures showed.  Full Post on...
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“With the case of Gregorio, because the usage of improvised holiday noisemakers are prohibited and he was drunk, that's probably what he thought and is why he arrested them. But then, they didn't comply. Then and there, he should have called the police station for backup,” Rombaoa was quoted as saying in Filipino an interview aired over ANC. 

Full Post on Source: Killer cop should have called local police for backup, Paniqui chief says
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Killer cop should have called local police for backup, Paniqui chief says

“With the case of Gregorio, because the usage of improvised holiday noisemakers are prohibited and he was drunk, that's probably what he...
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A child rights group warned that there could be a “devastating” long-term impact on children who witnessed an off-duty policeman shooting a mother and her son in Paniqui, Tarlac.

Full Post on Source: Child rights group warns of 'devastating' impact on children who witnessed Tarlac shooting
bySator Tenet
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9:34 PM

Child rights group warns of 'devastating' impact on children who witnessed Tarlac shooting

A child rights group warned that there could be a “devastating” long-term impact on children who witnessed an off-duty policeman shooting a ...
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"That's being used by the critics who want to destroy the government. No policeman wants to kill. You treat that as an isolated case," he said in mixed Filipino and English. 

Full Post on Source: Dela Rosa: Not all cops are like Nuezca
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Dela Rosa: Not all cops are like Nuezca

"That's being used by the critics who want to destroy the government. No policeman wants to kill. You treat that as an isolated cas...
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Malacañang announced Wednesday that President Rodrigo Duterte has approved a temporary suspension of flights from the UK from 12:01 a.m. of December 24 to December 31.

Full Post on Source: Philippines suspends flights from UK over new COVID-19 strain
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Philippines suspends flights from UK over new COVID-19 strain

Malacañang announced Wednesday that President Rodrigo Duterte has approved a temporary suspension of flights from the UK from 12:01 a.m. of ...
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Six in 10 adult Filipinos believed their quality of life worsened in the past 12 months, the latest survey by pollster Social Weather Stations showed.

Full Post on Source: 62% believe quality of life worsened this year
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62% believe quality of life worsened this year

Six in 10 adult Filipinos believed their quality of life worsened in the past 12 months, the latest survey by pollster Social Weather Statio...
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Following the brazen killing of a mother and son in Tarlac on Sunday, a video of inmates singing “I Don’t Care” by South Korean girl group 2NE1 went viral on social media this week.

Full Post on Source: Inmates ‘welcome’ Nuezca with K-pop song
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Inmates ‘welcome’ Nuezca with K-pop song

Following the brazen killing of a mother and son in Tarlac on Sunday, a video of inmates singing “I Don’t Care” by South Korean girl group 2...
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The officer-in-charge of a municipal police station in Catanduanes was sacked yesterday from his post upon the request of the town mayor, who expressed shock at the police official’s social media post insinuating that the victims of murder suspect police M/Sgt. Jonel Nuezca were to blame for their fate for being disrespectful.

Full Post on Source: Town cop chief axed over post on killings
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Town cop chief axed over post on killings

The officer-in-charge of a municipal police station in Catanduanes was sacked yesterday from his post upon the request of the town mayor, wh...
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Days before Christmas, experts have confirmed that Metro Manila is now experiencing the early stages of a surge in COVID-19 cases.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila COVID-19 surge in early stages – experts
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Metro Manila COVID-19 surge in early stages – experts

Days before Christmas, experts have confirmed that Metro Manila is now experiencing the early stages of a surge in COVID-19 cases. Full P...
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President Duterte yesterday recommended the proper labeling of firecrackers to allow merrymakers to seek accountability in case of a malfunction that may cause injury or death during the revelry.

Full Post on Source: Duterte wants proper fireworks labeling
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Duterte wants proper fireworks labeling

President Duterte yesterday recommended the proper labeling of firecrackers to allow merrymakers to seek accountability in case of a malfunc...
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The Philippine government may enter into an agreement with the United Kingdom’s AstraZeneca for the supply of COVID-19 vaccines before the end of the month.

Full Post on Source: Government signing deal with AstraZeneca this month
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Government signing deal with AstraZeneca this month

The Philippine government may enter into an agreement with the United Kingdom’s AstraZeneca for the supply of COVID-19 vaccines before the e...
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There will be “hell to pay” for law enforcers caught committing abuses, President Duterte said as he threatened to “feed COVID-19 virus” to a policeman whose killing of an elderly mother and her son on Sunday in Tarlac sparked public outrage.

Full Post on Source: Duterte on ‘crazy’ killer cop: Feed him COVID-19
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8:34 AM

Duterte on ‘crazy’ killer cop: Feed him COVID-19

There will be “hell to pay” for law enforcers caught committing abuses, President Duterte said as he threatened to “feed COVID-19 virus” to ...
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On Tuesday, pro-administration senators Manny Pacquiao and Ronald Dela Rosa renewed their call to restore death penalty, anchored on the unsubstantiated claim that it would be effective in preventing crimes and serve justice to victims.

Full Post on Source: More killings? Proponents use Paniqui murders to renew calls for death penalty
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6:34 AM

More killings? Proponents use Paniqui murders to renew calls for death penalty

On Tuesday, pro-administration senators Manny Pacquiao and Ronald Dela Rosa renewed their call to restore death penalty, anchored on the uns...
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A number of progressive groups on Tuesday reported that some members of the Tumandok community, one of the original inhabitants of Boracay island, were forced to vacate their settlement in Puka Beach, Yapak on the same island.

Full Post on Source: Tumandok IPs forced to vacate settlement in Boracay island – groups
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Tumandok IPs forced to vacate settlement in Boracay island – groups

A number of progressive groups on Tuesday reported that some members of the Tumandok community, one of the original inhabitants of Boracay i...
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Both instances showed a clear disregard for physical distancing protocols that have landed others in jail over the past nine months' community quarantine in the world's longest lockdown. 

Full Post on Source: PNP finds 'only 4 COVID-19 cases' recorded after Roque, Pacquiao violations
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PNP finds 'only 4 COVID-19 cases' recorded after Roque, Pacquiao violations

Both instances showed a clear disregard for physical distancing protocols that have landed others in jail over the past nine months' com...
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The Philippines may soon halt the entry of travelers from the United Kingdom to the country amid a new strain of the coronavirus, causing more infections in their country. 

Full Post on Source: Palace: Time to consider halting travel from UK amid new COVID-19 strain
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Palace: Time to consider halting travel from UK amid new COVID-19 strain

The Philippines may soon halt the entry of travelers from the United Kingdom to the country amid a new strain of the coronavirus, causing mo...
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The Chinese People's Liberation Army accused USS John S. McCain of trespassing into its territorial waters, according to a report from China state-affiliated Global Times.

Full Post on Source: China's military expels US destroyer sailing near Spratly Islands — report
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China's military expels US destroyer sailing near Spratly Islands — report

The Chinese People's Liberation Army accused USS John S. McCain of trespassing into its territorial waters, according to a report from C...
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Cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines now total 462,815 after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,314 new infections on Tuesday.

Full Post on Source: DOH: 1,314 new cases as COVID-19 deaths in Philippines breach 9,000
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DOH: 1,314 new cases as COVID-19 deaths in Philippines breach 9,000

Cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines now total 462,815 after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,314 new infections on Tuesday. Ful...
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Cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines now total 462,815 after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,314 new infections on Tuesday.

Full Post on Source: DOH: 1,314 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines bring total to 462,815
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DOH: 1,314 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines bring total to 462,815

Cases of COVID-19 in the Philippines now total 462,815 after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,314 new infections on Tuesday. Ful...
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Rep. Carlos Zarate (Bayan Muna party-list) refuted President Rodrigo Duterte’s claim that the New People’s Army funded the studies of his son in Poland, saying that relatives abroad mainly supported his son’s education.

Full Post on Source: Zarate says relatives, not NPA, funded son’s studies abroad
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Zarate says relatives, not NPA, funded son’s studies abroad

Rep. Carlos Zarate (Bayan Muna party-list) refuted President Rodrigo Duterte’s claim that the New People’s Army funded the studies of his so...
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"The only test for a police officer to use violence is if there is a threat to his life. It's the opposition who should probably re-calibrate because they sound like broken records," the presidential mouthpiece said. 

Full Post on Source: Asked about changes after Tarlac killings, Roque says opposition should change instead
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Asked about changes after Tarlac killings, Roque says opposition should change instead

"The only test for a police officer to use violence is if there is a threat to his life. It's the opposition who should probably re...
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"They have not been cooperating with us recently," said commissioner Karen Dumpit. "The non-cooperation is always a signal that they're not really open to engage and show or demonstrate that they are trying to respond to the situation properly."

Full Post on Source: CHR: PNP non-cooperative in recent probes involving cops
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CHR: PNP non-cooperative in recent probes involving cops

"They have not been cooperating with us recently," said commissioner Karen Dumpit. "The non-cooperation is always a signal th...
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This comes in the wake of the grisly killings in Paniqui, Tarlac over the weekend, a video of which has since gone viral on social media.

Full Post on Source: 'No such thing' as culture of violence, impunity in the PNP — spokesperson
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'No such thing' as culture of violence, impunity in the PNP — spokesperson

This comes in the wake of the grisly killings in Paniqui, Tarlac over the weekend, a video of which has since gone viral on social media. ...
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A labor group is calling on clothing brand J.Crew to persuade its garment manufacturer in the Philippines to rehire the 300 workers who were retrenched in what it claimed to be a move to bust a union there.

Full Post on Source: Labor group wants J.Crew to push local manufacturer to rehire retrenched workers
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Labor group wants J.Crew to push local manufacturer to rehire retrenched workers

A labor group is calling on clothing brand J.Crew to persuade its garment manufacturer in the Philippines to rehire the 300 workers who were...
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"When lawyers, judges, prosecutors and workers in the justice sector are murdered with impunity and alarming regularity, no one feels safe, our people lose trust and faith in our government and its justice system, and the unscrupulous are emboldened to take the law in their criminal hands," the letter reads. 

Full Post on Source: Lawyers demand action over rise in attacks on colleagues
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Lawyers demand action over rise in attacks on colleagues

"When lawyers, judges, prosecutors and workers in the justice sector are murdered with impunity and alarming regularity, no one feels s...
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Around six in 10 Filipinos believe that the quality of their lives got worse in the past year, according to a new survey.

Full Post on Source: SWS: 6 in 10 Filipinos believe quality of life got worse in 2020
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SWS: 6 in 10 Filipinos believe quality of life got worse in 2020

Around six in 10 Filipinos believe that the quality of their lives got worse in the past year, according to a new survey. Full Post on So...
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The Philippines may ink a deal with British-Swedish drugmaker AstraZeneca for 30 million doses of its coronavirus vaccine by next week, the country’s vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. said Monday.

Full Post on Source: Philippines may sign deal with AstraZeneca for 30M doses of COVID vaccine next week
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Philippines may sign deal with AstraZeneca for 30M doses of COVID vaccine next week

The Philippines may ink a deal with British-Swedish drugmaker AstraZeneca for 30 million doses of its coronavirus vaccine by next week, the ...
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Nuezca, who surrendered to police in Pangasinan province, was indicted on two counts of murder on Monday and is also facing administrative cases.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: Tarlac killings not part of how cops should do their jobs
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Duterte: Tarlac killings not part of how cops should do their jobs

Nuezca, who surrendered to police in Pangasinan province, was indicted on two counts of murder on Monday and is also facing administrative c...
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The Department of Health gave assurance yesterday that there is still no need to impose a lockdown in any area despite the rising cases of COVID-19 in the country.

Full Post on Source: Still no need to impose lockdown – DOH
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Still no need to impose lockdown – DOH

The Department of Health gave assurance yesterday that there is still no need to impose a lockdown in any area despite the rising cases of C...
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas yesterday directed banks to ensure the continuous availability of digital financial services as well as ATMs during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Full Post on Source: Banks’ digital financial services continue for holidays
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Banks’ digital financial services continue for holidays

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas yesterday directed banks to ensure the continuous availability of digital financial services as well as ATMs...
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The Manila Electric Co. was commended by a leader of the House of Representatives yesterday for extending until January 2021 its no-disconnection policy to millions of its customers.

Full Post on Source: Meralco lauded for extending no disconnection policy
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Meralco lauded for extending no disconnection policy

The Manila Electric Co. was commended by a leader of the House of Representatives yesterday for extending until January 2021 its no-disconne...
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President Duterte yesterday thanked the armed forces for supporting the government’s COVID-19 and disaster response and vowed to continue upgrading their capabilities.

Full Post on Source: Duterte thanks soldiers for serving in frontlines
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Duterte thanks soldiers for serving in frontlines

President Duterte yesterday thanked the armed forces for supporting the government’s COVID-19 and disaster response and vowed to continue up...
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Officials of the United States embassy have pledged to help the Supreme Court strengthen its Judicial Integrity Board.

Full Post on Source: US embassy to help SC strengthen judicial board
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US embassy to help SC strengthen judicial board

Officials of the United States embassy have pledged to help the Supreme Court strengthen its Judicial Integrity Board. Full Post on Sourc...
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A party-list congressman has filed a bill in the House of Representatives to help put an efficient system for persons inoculated with the coronavirus vaccine and pave the way for the so-called “vaccination passport.”

Full Post on Source: ‘Vaccination passport’ eyed to help identify the inoculated
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‘Vaccination passport’ eyed to help identify the inoculated

A party-list congressman has filed a bill in the House of Representatives to help put an efficient system for persons inoculated with the co...
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The Philippine government has requested approximately $325 million from the rapid response component of the Asian Development Bank’s vaccine access facility, an ADB official said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Philippine seeks $325 million from ADB for vaccines
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Philippine seeks $325 million from ADB for vaccines

The Philippine government has requested approximately $325 million from the rapid response component of the Asian Development Bank’s vaccine...
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Health Secretary Francisco Duque III still enjoys President Duterte’s trust despite calls for him to be replaced, Malacañang said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Duterte trusts Duque; Pacman urges DOH chief to quit
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Duterte trusts Duque; Pacman urges DOH chief to quit

Health Secretary Francisco Duque III still enjoys President Duterte’s trust despite calls for him to be replaced, Malacañang said yesterday....
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The widow and father of the slain victims of Staff Sgt. Jonel Nuezca has spoken out against the incident, decrying how his family was treated like animals.

Full Post on Source: ‘Like killing an animal, an insect’
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‘Like killing an animal, an insect’

The widow and father of the slain victims of Staff Sgt. Jonel Nuezca has spoken out against the incident, decrying how his family was treate...
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President Duterte was infuriated by a viral video showing a policeman killing a mother and son in Tarlac and will not protect the suspect, Sen. Bong Go said yesterday, as Malacañang assured the public that the victims’ family would get justice.

Full Post on Source: Killings anger Duterte; Justice vowed
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Killings anger Duterte; Justice vowed

President Duterte was infuriated by a viral video showing a policeman killing a mother and son in Tarlac and will not protect the suspect, S...
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The number of Filipinos abroad with the coronavirus jumped to 12,816 on Monday, as officials report another spike in cases attributed to late reports. 

Full Post on Source: 189 new COVID-19 cases, 63 more deaths reported among Filipinos abroad
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189 new COVID-19 cases, 63 more deaths reported among Filipinos abroad

The number of Filipinos abroad with the coronavirus jumped to 12,816 on Monday, as officials report another spike in cases attributed to lat...
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Members of Congress on Monday called for inquiries on the recent killing of Sonya and Frank Gregorio by a cop in Paniqui, Tarlac that has met outrage from public from a police force that has figured in a series of controversies this year. 

Full Post on Source: Senators, Makabayan bloc seek probe into Paniqui murders by cop 
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Senators, Makabayan bloc seek probe into Paniqui murders by cop 

Members of Congress on Monday called for inquiries on the recent killing of Sonya and Frank Gregorio by a cop in Paniqui, Tarlac that has me...
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NBI officer-in-charge Eric Distor noted that the body, which was  found under a pile of leaves at a secluded quarry site in Barangay Lawy, Capas matched retired Justice Normandie Pizarro's DNA by 99.99%.

Full Post on Source: Missing ex-Court of Appeals justice found dead in Tarlac
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Missing ex-Court of Appeals justice found dead in Tarlac

NBI officer-in-charge Eric Distor noted that the body, which was  found under a pile of leaves at a secluded quarry site in Barangay Lawy, C...
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House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco on Monday joined the chorus of lawmakers condemning the shooting of two civilians in Paniqui, but his statement came short of mentioning legislative reforms to address the longstanding problem within the police force.

Full Post on Source: Speaker condemns Paniqui shooting but short of calling for legislative reforms
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Speaker condemns Paniqui shooting but short of calling for legislative reforms

House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco on Monday joined the chorus of lawmakers condemning the shooting of two civilians in Paniqui, but his state...
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Speaking at a press briefing on Monday afternoon, Roque said that President Rodrigo Duterte—who has historically defended and even cleared police execs facing controversies—would not protect the policeman who killed two people in Tarlac.

Full Post on Source: 'Isolated incident': Despite Tarlac killings, no policy changes in PNP ahead
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'Isolated incident': Despite Tarlac killings, no policy changes in PNP ahead

Speaking at a press briefing on Monday afternoon, Roque said that President Rodrigo Duterte—who has historically defended and even cleared p...
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Four days before Christmas, the Department of Health reported 1,721 new COVID-19 infections.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines breach 461,000 with 1,721 new infections
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines breach 461,000 with 1,721 new infections

Four days before Christmas, the Department of Health reported 1,721 new COVID-19 infections. Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Phili...
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The grant of a one-time incentive to government workers is contained in Administrative Order No. 37 signed by Duterte on December 18.

Full Post on Source: Duterte OKs up to 10K service incentive for government workers
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Duterte OKs up to 10K service incentive for government workers

The grant of a one-time incentive to government workers is contained in Administrative Order No. 37 signed by Duterte on December 18. Ful...
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“According to the RITM, right now, they have not seen a new strain in the country based on their monitoring,” Vergeire said in a briefing.

Full Post on Source: DOH: No new virus strain detected in Philippines
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DOH: No new virus strain detected in Philippines

“According to the RITM, right now, they have not seen a new strain in the country based on their monitoring,” Vergeire said in a briefing. ...
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"The PNP should not just treat this as an isolated case but a symptom of what could be ailing the institution," Rep. Ruffy Biazon (Muntinlupa) said.

Full Post on Source: Tarlac killings prompt calls for accountability, reforms in PNP
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Tarlac killings prompt calls for accountability, reforms in PNP

"The PNP should not just treat this as an isolated case but a symptom of what could be ailing the institution," Rep. Ruffy Biazon ...
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In a statement, the CHR strongly condemned the “brazen and senseless” killing of Sonya Gregorio and her son Frank by Police Corporal Jonel Nuezca on Sunday in Paniqui, Tarlac.

Full Post on Source: CHR renews call for probe into arbitrary killings after cop shoots 2 in Tarlac
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8:34 PM

CHR renews call for probe into arbitrary killings after cop shoots 2 in Tarlac

In a statement, the CHR strongly condemned the “brazen and senseless” killing of Sonya Gregorio and her son Frank by Police Corporal Jonel N...
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Five people have so far been confirmed dead in CARAGA, two in Eastern Visayas and one in Davao Region, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said in its latest situation report.

Full Post on Source: 'Vicky' leaves at least 8 dead in Visayas, Mindanao
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'Vicky' leaves at least 8 dead in Visayas, Mindanao

Five people have so far been confirmed dead in CARAGA, two in Eastern Visayas and one in Davao Region, the National Disaster Risk Reduction ...
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After the hashtag NasaanAngBisePresidente went viral on social media at the height of rains spawned by Tropical Depression Vicky, Vice President Leni Robredo is happy that her critics finally recognized her as the vice president.

Full Post on Source: Looking for Robredo? At least critics consider her VP
bySator Tenet
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Looking for Robredo? At least critics consider her VP

After the hashtag NasaanAngBisePresidente went viral on social media at the height of rains spawned by Tropical Depression Vicky, Vice Presi...
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Malacañang yesterday vowed not to be complacent in its campaign against hunger even if a nationwide poll has indicated that fewer families experienced involuntary hunger in the past three months.

Full Post on Source: No complacency vs hunger, Palace vows
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No complacency vs hunger, Palace vows

Malacañang yesterday vowed not to be complacent in its campaign against hunger even if a nationwide poll has indicated that fewer families e...
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More than 860,000 more people nationwide have registered their intention to vote in the May 2022 elections.

Full Post on Source: 863,309 voters register for 2022 polls
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863,309 voters register for 2022 polls

More than 860,000 more people nationwide have registered their intention to vote in the May 2022 elections. Full Post on Source: 863,309 ...
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A Thai news website included an animated photo of presidential spokesman Harry Roque in its reminder about observing health protocols against COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: Thai news website puts Roque’s photo on health protocols
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Thai news website puts Roque’s photo on health protocols

A Thai news website included an animated photo of presidential spokesman Harry Roque in its reminder about observing health protocols agains...
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Aside from kasambahay or house helpers, the Department of Labor and Employment is also looking to provide higher compensation to employees who may suffer from work-related illness or injury.

Full Post on Source: Bello mulls higher compensation for work-related illnesses
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Bello mulls higher compensation for work-related illnesses

Aside from kasambahay or house helpers, the Department of Labor and Employment is also looking to provide higher compensation to employees w...
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The coronavirus disease 2019 should not be the only thing contagious. Goodness and concern for social justice, according to papal nuncio Charles John Brown, should also be contagious.

Full Post on Source: Make goodness, social justice contagious – papal nuncio
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Make goodness, social justice contagious – papal nuncio

The coronavirus disease 2019 should not be the only thing contagious. Goodness and concern for social justice, according to papal nuncio Cha...
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Establishments and event organizers should be the ones implementing health protocols on visitors to prevent the spread of COVID-19 this holiday season, the quarantine enforcement arm of the government’s coronavirus task force said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: JTF to stakeholders: Enforce health standards
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JTF to stakeholders: Enforce health standards

Establishments and event organizers should be the ones implementing health protocols on visitors to prevent the spread of COVID-19 this holi...
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The United Nations Children’s Fund and Vice President Leni Robredo welcomed with precautionary reminders the government’s decision to resume limited face-to-face classes in low-risk areas in the country starting January 2021.

Full Post on Source: UNICEF backs face-to-face learning in low-risk areas
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UNICEF backs face-to-face learning in low-risk areas

The United Nations Children’s Fund and Vice President Leni Robredo welcomed with precautionary reminders the government’s decision to resume...
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There will be no line disconnections for unpaid electricity bills this year as Manila Electric Co. extends the grace period until the end of January 2021.

Full Post on Source: Meralco extends grace period anew
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Meralco extends grace period anew

There will be no line disconnections for unpaid electricity bills this year as Manila Electric Co. extends the grace period until the end of...
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At least seven persons were killed and four others remained missing due to the onslaught of tropical depression Vicky that spawned floods and landslides in southern Philippines over the weekend, the Philippine National Police reported yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Vicky leaves 7 dead, 4 missing
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Vicky leaves 7 dead, 4 missing

At least seven persons were killed and four others remained missing due to the onslaught of tropical depression Vicky that spawned floods an...
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Tropical Depression Vicky has left the Philippine Area of Responsibility, affecting over 6,700 individuals and leaving at least P105 million in damage. 

Full Post on Source: 'Vicky' exits PAR, leaving 6,700 affected
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2:34 AM

'Vicky' exits PAR, leaving 6,700 affected

Tropical Depression Vicky has left the Philippine Area of Responsibility, affecting over 6,700 individuals and leaving at least P105 million...
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"That means I was the vice president they were looking for... [so] number one, they now acknowledge me as the vice president because didn't they used to call me Fake VP? So where is the vice president?" Robredo said in mixed Filipino and English. 

Full Post on Source: 'Fake VP?': Robredo says NasaanAngBisePresidente trend acknowledges position as VP
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2:34 AM

'Fake VP?': Robredo says NasaanAngBisePresidente trend acknowledges position as VP

"That means I was the vice president they were looking for... [so] number one, they now acknowledge me as the vice president because di...
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Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said the recommendation of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) would be submitted to President Duterte Rodrigo, who is then expected to make a decision by yearend. 

Full Post on Source: Government to decide on January quarantine status before yearend
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1:34 AM

Government to decide on January quarantine status before yearend

Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said the recommendation of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (...
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Filipinos overseas infected with the coronavirus reached 12,627 on Sunday as officials report four new cases following a week that saw spikes in additional cases.

Full Post on Source: After spike in reported cases, Filipinos abroad with COVID-19 now at 12,627
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After spike in reported cases, Filipinos abroad with COVID-19 now at 12,627

Filipinos overseas infected with the coronavirus reached 12,627 on Sunday as officials report four new cases following a week that saw spike...
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Health authorities added 1,754 new cases of the coronavirus disease 2019 on Sunday, bringing the national caseload to 459,789.

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases reach 459,000; DOH adds 1,754 new cases
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12:34 AM

Coronavirus cases reach 459,000; DOH adds 1,754 new cases

Health authorities added 1,754 new cases of the coronavirus disease 2019 on Sunday, bringing the national caseload to 459,789. Full Post ...
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