Dr. Guido David, a member of the OCTA Research Group, said the capital region, which accounts for 42% of the country’s COVID-19 infections, should not risk an increase in cases while the government implements the vaccination program.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 vaccine rollout first before relaxing quarantine rules in Metro Manila — OCTA Research
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COVID-19 vaccine rollout first before relaxing quarantine rules in Metro Manila — OCTA Research

Dr. Guido David, a member of the OCTA Research Group, said the capital region, which accounts for 42% of the country’s COVID-19 infections, ...
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Asked about what families should do about bigger children who don't fit in the limited backseat of their vehicles, LTO Metro Manila chief Guinto said: "Ma'am, I suppose you should get a bigger car. We will take note of that."

Full Post on Source: Asked about families with bigger children, LTO says: Use bigger cars
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Asked about families with bigger children, LTO says: Use bigger cars

Asked about what families should do about bigger children who don't fit in the limited backseat of their vehicles, LTO Metro Manila chie...
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The delay in the delivery of reagents or the main ingredients used for chemical-based tests led to a low genome sequencing output last week, with the Philippine Genome Center testing only 48 samples.

Full Post on Source: DOH: 'Shortage' of reagents affects genome sequencing output
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DOH: 'Shortage' of reagents affects genome sequencing output

The delay in the delivery of reagents or the main ingredients used for chemical-based tests led to a low genome sequencing output last week,...
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The Supreme Court has conducted mock Bar examinations in preparation for the first digitalized licensure test for lawyer aspirants in November this year.

Full Post on Source: SC says test run of digitalized Bar exams a success
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SC says test run of digitalized Bar exams a success

The Supreme Court has conducted mock Bar examinations in preparation for the first digitalized licensure test for lawyer aspirants in Novemb...
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“Although the conscientious efforts of LGUs to mitigate the spread of the ASF in their respective jurisdictions are needed, they still have to ensure that their local policies and directive are aligned and consistent with those of the national government,” DILG Undersecretary Jonathan Malaya said.

Full Post on Source: Local governments reminded to align policies with ASF zoning plan
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Local governments reminded to align policies with ASF zoning plan

“Although the conscientious efforts of LGUs to mitigate the spread of the ASF in their respective jurisdictions are needed, they still have ...
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In a letter sent to Department of Environment and Natural Resources officials, Cagayan provincial government officials, and lawmakers, 74 groups said the activity is “destructive and has irreversible negative impact” to marine ecosystems.

Full Post on Source: Groups oppose 'destructive' offshore mining project in Cagayan
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Groups oppose 'destructive' offshore mining project in Cagayan

In a letter sent to Department of Environment and Natural Resources officials, Cagayan provincial government officials, and lawmakers, 74 gr...
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The committees on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform and on Trade, Commerce and Entrepreneurship will hold the hearing.

Full Post on Source: Live: Senate hearing on rising food prices
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Live: Senate hearing on rising food prices

The committees on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform and on Trade, Commerce and Entrepreneurship will hold the hearing. Full Post on S...
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Sen. Bong Go has appealed to the Manila Electric Co. and other distribution utilities to study the possibility of extending their deferment of the no-disconnection policy for underprivileged consumers.

Full Post on Source: Meralco, other utilities urged to show compassion
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Meralco, other utilities urged to show compassion

Sen. Bong Go has appealed to the Manila Electric Co. and other distribution utilities to study the possibility of extending their deferment ...
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The Chinese-owned MV Zhonhai 68 was not the only dredging vessel illegally operating in Philippine waters, the fisherfolk group Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: ‘Seized dredger not the only Chinese vessel in Philippine waters’
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‘Seized dredger not the only Chinese vessel in Philippine waters’

The Chinese-owned MV Zhonhai 68 was not the only dredging vessel illegally operating in Philippine waters, the fisherfolk group Pambansang L...
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Senators and congressmen have ironed out their conflicting versions in the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises bill during their bicameral conference committee meetings, and the tax reform measure is now ready for signing

Full Post on Source: Bicam OKs CREATE bill for business recovery
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Bicam OKs CREATE bill for business recovery

Senators and congressmen have ironed out their conflicting versions in the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises bill during...
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Prices of cooking gas will increase this month on account of higher international prices. This is the second time liquefied petroleum gas retailers are increasing prices this year.

Full Post on Source: LPG price hike this month
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LPG price hike this month

Prices of cooking gas will increase this month on account of higher international prices. This is the second time liquefied petroleum gas re...
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Lawyers representing 37 petitioners will face off Tuesday with the Office of the Solicitor General on the issue of the constitutionality of the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 before the Supreme Court.

Full Post on Source: Lawyers opposing terror law to face off with OSG
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Lawyers opposing terror law to face off with OSG

Lawyers representing 37 petitioners will face off Tuesday with the Office of the Solicitor General on the issue of the constitutionality of ...
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Sorsogon Gov. Francis Escudero and Sen. Joel Villanueva have topped the latest senatorial survey conducted by data analytics firm WR Numero Research.

Full Post on Source: Escudero, Villanueva top survey on senatorial bets
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Escudero, Villanueva top survey on senatorial bets

Sorsogon Gov. Francis Escudero and Sen. Joel Villanueva have topped the latest senatorial survey conducted by data analytics firm WR Numero ...
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The Philippine Red Cross yesterday said that the Department of Health panel of experts has yet to approve saliva testing for public use, a week after the new mode of COVID-19 testing was approved for private use.

Full Post on Source: DOH yet to approve saliva testing for public – PRC
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DOH yet to approve saliva testing for public – PRC

The Philippine Red Cross yesterday said that the Department of Health panel of experts has yet to approve saliva testing for public use, a w...
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The Philippines welcomes the announcement by United States President Joe Biden that the US is rejoining the Paris Agreement on climate change, according to Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez.

Full Post on Source: Philippines welcomes US rejoining Paris accord on climate change
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Philippines welcomes US rejoining Paris accord on climate change

The Philippines welcomes the announcement by United States President Joe Biden that the US is rejoining the Paris Agreement on climate chang...
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Most airlines operating at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport will go bankrupt due to the COVID-19 pandemic unless the government and the industry make some coordinated steps to avert it, a report from the aviation industry revealed.

Full Post on Source: Airlines at NAIA try to avert bankruptcy
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Airlines at NAIA try to avert bankruptcy

Most airlines operating at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport will go bankrupt due to the COVID-19 pandemic unless the government and th...
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Mayor Benjamin Magalong said over the weekend that his resignation as the country’s contact tracing czar is irrevocable.

Full Post on Source: Magalong’s resignation irrevocable
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Magalong’s resignation irrevocable

Mayor Benjamin Magalong said over the weekend that his resignation as the country’s contact tracing czar is irrevocable. Full Post on Sou...
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The country's vaccine czar on Sunday said doses of Pfizer and AstraZeneca's coronavirus jabs are expected to arrive in the country by the first quarter of the year through the global initiative of the COVAX facility.

Full Post on Source: Pfizer, AstraZeneca jabs seen to arrive by February from COVAX facility
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Pfizer, AstraZeneca jabs seen to arrive by February from COVAX facility

The country's vaccine czar on Sunday said doses of Pfizer and AstraZeneca's coronavirus jabs are expected to arrive in the country b...
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A Filipina caregiver in Canada who contracted a chronic kidney disease could be sent home to the Philippines over expensive dialysis costs that exceeds what can be shouldered in the country's healthcare system.

Full Post on Source: OFW in Canada could be sent home over high medical costs for kidney treatment
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OFW in Canada could be sent home over high medical costs for kidney treatment

A Filipina caregiver in Canada who contracted a chronic kidney disease could be sent home to the Philippines over expensive dialysis costs t...
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“We are infusing new blood into the command structure to fill the void created by the retirement of some senior officials and ensure continuity of command,” Sinas said.  

Full Post on Source: PNP reshuffles execs to new posts as phone-grabbing general Bathan retires
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PNP reshuffles execs to new posts as phone-grabbing general Bathan retires

“We are infusing new blood into the command structure to fill the void created by the retirement of some senior officials and ensure continu...
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Daily cases continue to number in the thousands. Just the day before, the department recorded 2,109 COVID-19 cases. 

Full Post on Source: DOH adds 2,103 coronavirus cases as tally breaches 525,000
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DOH adds 2,103 coronavirus cases as tally breaches 525,000

Daily cases continue to number in the thousands. Just the day before, the department recorded 2,109 COVID-19 cases.  Full Post on Source:...
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“Coronavirus cases in the House have been brought down quite remarkably but because of the new strain, we cannot be complacent,” Mendoza said.

Full Post on Source: House intensifies health protocols with COVID-19 variants confirmed in Philippines
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House intensifies health protocols with COVID-19 variants confirmed in Philippines

“Coronavirus cases in the House have been brought down quite remarkably but because of the new strain, we cannot be complacent,” Mendoza sai...
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Health workers fighting the pandemic in the country for nearly a year now have lamented the Duterte administration's poor response to their needs, describing their condition as deplorable.

Full Post on Source: Health workers on gov't pandemic response a year later: 'Inefficient, negligent, failure'
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Health workers on gov't pandemic response a year later: 'Inefficient, negligent, failure'

Health workers fighting the pandemic in the country for nearly a year now have lamented the Duterte administration's poor response to th...
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"It is already illegal to enter our territory, but they're also robbing us of our natural resources. And yet they still found it in themselves to pass a law against what they consider to be foreigners in the claimed territory in the West Philippine Sea," Roldan also said. 

Full Post on Source: Seized Chinese vessel should be punished, fishers’ group says
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Seized Chinese vessel should be punished, fishers’ group says

"It is already illegal to enter our territory, but they're also robbing us of our natural resources. And yet they still found it in...
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Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday welcomed contact tracing czar Benjamin Magalong's move to step down after attending a celebrity birthday party where guests were showed not following quarantine protocols, saying his response was only fitting for a public official.

Full Post on Source: Magalong resignation is 'good example' for officials violating curbs to follow — Robredo
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Magalong resignation is 'good example' for officials violating curbs to follow — Robredo

Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday welcomed contact tracing czar Benjamin Magalong's move to step down after attending a celebrity bi...
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The health department on Saturday said it has not detected the new coronavirus variant first seen in the United Kingdom in the latest batch of samples to undergo sequencing.

Full Post on Source: DOH: COVID-19 variant not seen from samples in latest genome sequencing
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DOH: COVID-19 variant not seen from samples in latest genome sequencing

The health department on Saturday said it has not detected the new coronavirus variant first seen in the United Kingdom in the latest batch ...
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The latest updates on the spread of the novel coronavirus in the Philippines and general community quarantine of economic center of Metro Manila and other areas across the country.

Full Post on Source: LIVE updates: COVID-19 in the Philippines 2021
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LIVE updates: COVID-19 in the Philippines 2021

The latest updates on the spread of the novel coronavirus in the Philippines and general community quarantine of economic center of Metro Ma...
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Continuing his initiative to help Filipinos affected by calamities and other crisis situations, Sen. Bong Go personally went to Sorsogon City to provide assistance to 2,128 victims of Typhoon Tisoy.

Full Post on Source: Bong Go distributes aid for typhoon victims in Sorsogon
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Bong Go distributes aid for typhoon victims in Sorsogon

Continuing his initiative to help Filipinos affected by calamities and other crisis situations, Sen. Bong Go personally went to Sorsogon Cit...
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In addition to its impact on education, the widespread school closures implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic may result in a generational nutritional crisis as millions missed school-based feeding programs, according to a United Nations study.

Full Post on Source: 370 million children missed meals due to school closures – UN report
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370 million children missed meals due to school closures – UN report

In addition to its impact on education, the widespread school closures implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic may result in a generational...
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The government should consider rolling out another economic stimulus package following the record 9.5-percent contraction in the country’s gross domestic product as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, an economist-lawmaker said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: ‘Bayanihan 3 necessary to salvage economy’
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‘Bayanihan 3 necessary to salvage economy’

The government should consider rolling out another economic stimulus package following the record 9.5-percent contraction in the country’s g...
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The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine has asked the public to be vigilant against “unscrupulous individuals” posing as its employees and offering swab test services and issuing falsified SARS-CoV-2 confirmatory test results.

Full Post on Source: RITM warns public vs COVID-19 test fraud
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RITM warns public vs COVID-19 test fraud

The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine has asked the public to be vigilant against “unscrupulous individuals” posing as its employees ...
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A comprehensive implementation of the Philippine Identification System (National ID) Act will speed up the country’s economic recovery following a 9.5-percent contraction in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sen. Panfilo Lacson said.

Full Post on Source: ‘National ID to speed up economic recovery’
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‘National ID to speed up economic recovery’

A comprehensive implementation of the Philippine Identification System (National ID) Act will speed up the country’s economic recovery follo...
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The Senate foreign affairs committee will ask the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to conduct a briefing on the real situation in the West Philippine Sea after China passed its Coast Guard Law, which allows its coast guard to fire on foreign vessels and demolish other countries’ structures that are on Chinese-claimed reefs.

Full Post on Source: Senate seeks briefing from DFA on West Philippine Sea
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Senate seeks briefing from DFA on West Philippine Sea

The Senate foreign affairs committee will ask the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to conduct a briefing on the real situation in the Wes...
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Presidential Anti-Crime Commission chairman Dante Jimenez died of an aortic aneurysm Friday night, his family confirmed yesterday. He was 68.

Full Post on Source: Anti-crime crusader PACC chair Jimenez, 68
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Anti-crime crusader PACC chair Jimenez, 68

Presidential Anti-Crime Commission chairman Dante Jimenez died of an aortic aneurysm Friday night, his family confirmed yesterday. He was 68...
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The Villar Group through AllHome joins government and other private companies in signing a deal to procure COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Villar Group orders vaccine for employees, pledges donations
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Villar Group orders vaccine for employees, pledges donations

The Villar Group through AllHome joins government and other private companies in signing a deal to procure COVID-19 vaccines. Full Post o...
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The travel restriction covering 36 countries with recorded cases of new variants of COVID-19 will be lifted effective tomorrow, Malacañang said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Philippines back to old travel status quo – Nograles
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Philippines back to old travel status quo – Nograles

The travel restriction covering 36 countries with recorded cases of new variants of COVID-19 will be lifted effective tomorrow, Malacañang s...
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Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno has banned all activities for the celebration of Chinese New Year in the city.

Full Post on Source: Manila bans all Chinese New Year activities
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Manila bans all Chinese New Year activities

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno has banned all activities for the celebration of Chinese New Year in the city. ...
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The Department of Health on Saturday said 2,109 more people contracted coronavirus in the country, bringing the national caseload to 523,516.

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases in the Philippines rise to 523,516 with 2,109 new infections
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Coronavirus cases in the Philippines rise to 523,516 with 2,109 new infections

The Department of Health on Saturday said 2,109 more people contracted coronavirus in the country, bringing the national caseload to 523,516...
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The liquor ban and curfew which has been imposed in Davao City since November 2020 has been extended again, with these policies aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus infections in the city now scheduled to end on March 31.

Full Post on Source: Davao City extends curfew, liquor ban until March 31
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Davao City extends curfew, liquor ban until March 31

The liquor ban and curfew which has been imposed in Davao City since November 2020 has been extended again, with these policies aimed at cur...
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Bayan Muna chairman Neri Colmenares in a statement said he personally saw the dredger anchored offshore in Masinloc, Zambales in 2019.

Full Post on Source: Illegal Chinese dredging vessel spotted by PCG was in Zambales in 2019 — Bayan Muna
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Illegal Chinese dredging vessel spotted by PCG was in Zambales in 2019 — Bayan Muna

Bayan Muna chairman Neri Colmenares in a statement said he personally saw the dredger anchored offshore in Masinloc, Zambales in 2019. Fu...
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Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission chair Dante Jimenez has passed away due to an aortic aneurysm, his family confirmed. He was 68.

Full Post on Source: PACC chair Dante Jimenez dies due to aortic aneurysm
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PACC chair Dante Jimenez dies due to aortic aneurysm

Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission chair Dante Jimenez has passed away due to an aortic aneurysm, his family confirmed. He was 68. F...
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Of these cases, 4,069 are marked by the agency as active or undergoing treatment.

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases among migrant Filipinos hit 13,938 — DFA
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Coronavirus cases among migrant Filipinos hit 13,938 — DFA

Of these cases, 4,069 are marked by the agency as active or undergoing treatment. Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases among migrant Fi...
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The Philippine National Police and the University of the Philippines Los Baños have agreed in principle to foster better cooperation and understanding of peace and order and security issues on campus.

Full Post on Source: PNP, UPLB agree on cooperation
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PNP, UPLB agree on cooperation

The Philippine National Police and the University of the Philippines Los Baños have agreed in principle to foster better cooperation and und...
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The Philippine National Police should exert its utmost to ensure crimes are solved to maintain the trust of the public, Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa said.

Full Post on Source: Bato to PNP: Resolve killing cases, boost public trust
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Bato to PNP: Resolve killing cases, boost public trust

The Philippine National Police should exert its utmost to ensure crimes are solved to maintain the trust of the public, Sen. Ronald “Bato” d...
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The Duterte administration must immediately focus on ensuring food supply and rolling out COVID-19 vaccinations if it wants the country’s economy to recover fast from the pandemic-induced recession, Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Focus on food, vaccine, Recto urges economic managers
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Focus on food, vaccine, Recto urges economic managers

The Duterte administration must immediately focus on ensuring food supply and rolling out COVID-19 vaccinations if it wants the country’s ec...
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Another ranking official of the Armed Forces of the Philippines has been relieved from his post over the gaffe involving the erroneous list published on military social media pages, identifying University of the Philippines alumni as members of the New People’s Army.

Full Post on Source: Another military officer sacked over red-tagging
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Another military officer sacked over red-tagging

Another ranking official of the Armed Forces of the Philippines has been relieved from his post over the gaffe involving the erroneous list ...
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The country’s leading newspaper was awarded “Most Supportive Newspaper” by the Department of Social Welfare and Development. which celebrated its 70th founding anniversary yesterday.

Full Post on Source: The Philippine STAR feted on DSWD’s 70th year
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The Philippine STAR feted on DSWD’s 70th year

The country’s leading newspaper was awarded “Most Supportive Newspaper” by the Department of Social Welfare and Development. which celebrate...
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The foreign secretaries of the Philippines and United States have reaffirmed the need to work closely to strengthen the alliance between the two countries.

Full Post on Source: Locsin, Blinken vow to strengthen countries’ alliance
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Locsin, Blinken vow to strengthen countries’ alliance

The foreign secretaries of the Philippines and United States have reaffirmed the need to work closely to strengthen the alliance between the...
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At least 56 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines from American pharmaceutical companies are expected to arrive in Manila by May, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez confirmed yesterday.

Full Post on Source: US vaccines to arrive in May – Romualdez
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US vaccines to arrive in May – Romualdez

At least 56 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines from American pharmaceutical companies are expected to arrive in Manila by May, Philippine Am...
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The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases has given assurance of unhampered transporting of hog shipments from the Visayas and Mindanao to avert possible shortages of pork and poultry due to the adverse impact of African swine fever in Metro Manila and greater Luzon.

Full Post on Source: IATF OKs ‘hog lanes’ to control ASF spread
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IATF OKs ‘hog lanes’ to control ASF spread

The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases has given assurance of unhampered transporting of hog shipmen...
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Tim Yap, actress KC Concepcion, the wife of Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong and 30 others were each fined P1,500 for violating COVID-19 protocols at the socialite’s controversial birthday party held at The Manor at Camp John Hay.

Full Post on Source: Tim Yap, 32 others fined P1,500 each for violating COVID-19 protocols
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Tim Yap, 32 others fined P1,500 each for violating COVID-19 protocols

Tim Yap, actress KC Concepcion, the wife of Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong and 30 others were each fined P1,500 for violating COVID-19 ...
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Associate Justice Marvic Leonen is not likely to apply to the chief justice post that will open up by end of March.

Full Post on Source: Leonen says he's not 'cut out' to be chief justice at the time
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Leonen says he's not 'cut out' to be chief justice at the time

Associate Justice Marvic Leonen is not likely to apply to the chief justice post that will open up by end of March. Full Post on Source: ...
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COVID-19 tests in the country have mostly been conducted using throat and nose swabs.

Full Post on Source: DOH: 'Inconvenient' anal swabbing needs careful study if proposed in Philippines
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DOH: 'Inconvenient' anal swabbing needs careful study if proposed in Philippines

COVID-19 tests in the country have mostly been conducted using throat and nose swabs. Full Post on Source: DOH: 'Inconvenient' an...
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SC in a January 19 order, made public only on Friday, denied Calida’s motion and instead ordered that the oral arguments proceed on February 2.

Full Post on Source: Oral arguments on anti-terrorism law to proceed on February 2
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Oral arguments on anti-terrorism law to proceed on February 2

SC in a January 19 order, made public only on Friday, denied Calida’s motion and instead ordered that the oral arguments proceed on February...
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The latest figures showed that of the total cases, 35,048 or 6.7% are active.

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,849 new cases as COVID-19 tally rises past 521,000
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Philippines logs 1,849 new cases as COVID-19 tally rises past 521,000

The latest figures showed that of the total cases, 35,048 or 6.7% are active. Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,849 new cases as CO...
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Callamard said the preliminary examination into the alleged extrajudicial killings in the government’s anti-drug crackdown should proceed to the next stage if the ICC prosecutor will act on the “basis of principles only rather than tactical consideration.”

Full Post on Source: Callamard hopeful ICC will seek investigation into 'drug war' killings
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Callamard hopeful ICC will seek investigation into 'drug war' killings

Callamard said the preliminary examination into the alleged extrajudicial killings in the government’s anti-drug crackdown should proceed to...
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Leonen said: “Killing somebody is not a debate, killing somebody is not a retort, it is not an argument."

Full Post on Source: Leonen: Killings of lawyers 'reduce space for rational deliberation'
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Leonen: Killings of lawyers 'reduce space for rational deliberation'

Leonen said: “Killing somebody is not a debate, killing somebody is not a retort, it is not an argument." Full Post on Source: Leone...
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This, after the more contagious COVID-19 variant was not detected among her close contacts in Cagayan province and in Metro Manila.

Full Post on Source: DOH says case of Filipina in Hong Kong with new COVID-19 variant 'closed'
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DOH says case of Filipina in Hong Kong with new COVID-19 variant 'closed'

This, after the more contagious COVID-19 variant was not detected among her close contacts in Cagayan province and in Metro Manila. Full ...
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The Philippine government’s review of “drug war” operations that resulted in deaths must go beyond police officers who have killed and look into how they were emboldened to do so, UN special rapporteur Agnes Callamard said.

Full Post on Source: Callamard: DOJ-led review of 'drug war' deaths must go 'beyond who pulled the trigger'
bySator Tenet
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Callamard: DOJ-led review of 'drug war' deaths must go 'beyond who pulled the trigger'

The Philippine government’s review of “drug war” operations that resulted in deaths must go beyond police officers who have killed and look ...
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Metro Manila will spend yet another month under general community quarantine, Malacañang announced Friday.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila stays under GCQ in February
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Metro Manila stays under GCQ in February

Metro Manila will spend yet another month under general community quarantine, Malacañang announced Friday. Full Post on Source: Metro Man...
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The coronavirus task force on Thursday night finalized the conditions that must be met by foreign nationals allowed to travel to the country starting February 1. 

Full Post on Source: New guidelines out for foreign arrivals as travel ban over UK variant set to end
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New guidelines out for foreign arrivals as travel ban over UK variant set to end

The coronavirus task force on Thursday night finalized the conditions that must be met by foreign nationals allowed to travel to the country...
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The Bangsamoro government is in talks with the Abu Sayyaf for the extremist group to return to the fold of the law, its chief minister said.

Full Post on Source: Bangsamoro in talks with Abu Sayyaf, BIFF to return to the fold of the law
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Bangsamoro in talks with Abu Sayyaf, BIFF to return to the fold of the law

The Bangsamoro government is in talks with the Abu Sayyaf for the extremist group to return to the fold of the law, its chief minister said....
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Contact tracing czar Benjamin Magalong tendered his resignation after drawing flak for attending a celebrity birthday party where guests flouted quarantine rules but he will not be permitted to vacate the position, Malacañang said.

Full Post on Source: Magalong resigns as contact tracing czar but Palace says he stays
bySator Tenet
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Magalong resigns as contact tracing czar but Palace says he stays

Contact tracing czar Benjamin Magalong tendered his resignation after drawing flak for attending a celebrity birthday party where guests flo...
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The coronavirus task force on Thursday night finalized the conditions that must be met by foreign nationals allowed to travel to the country starting February 1. 

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 task force sets testing, quarantine protocols for arriving foreign nationals
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COVID-19 task force sets testing, quarantine protocols for arriving foreign nationals

The coronavirus task force on Thursday night finalized the conditions that must be met by foreign nationals allowed to travel to the country...
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The Supreme Court has appointed retired Associate Justice Francis Jardeleza as amicus curiae — to stand as “friend” of the tribunal — in resolving the petitions against the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020.

Full Post on Source: SC appoints ex-Justice Jardeleza as 'friend of court' in anti-terrorism law petitions
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SC appoints ex-Justice Jardeleza as 'friend of court' in anti-terrorism law petitions

The Supreme Court has appointed retired Associate Justice Francis Jardeleza as amicus curiae — to stand as “friend” of the tribunal — in res...
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There is a “strong likelihood of a decrease” in power rates in February, according to the Manila Electric Co.

Full Post on Source: Lower power rates seen in February
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Lower power rates seen in February

There is a “strong likelihood of a decrease” in power rates in February, according to the Manila Electric Co. Full Post on Source: Lower ...
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"It is up to us to continue the campaign on the ground to fight in defense of academic freedom," said Student Regent Renee Co's office.

Full Post on Source: UP Board of Regents rejects resolution asserting terminated accord with DND
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UP Board of Regents rejects resolution asserting terminated accord with DND

"It is up to us to continue the campaign on the ground to fight in defense of academic freedom," said Student Regent Renee Co'...
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The coast guard's BRP Panglao (FPB-2402) located the Chinese ship at around 11 a.m. on Wednesday while conducting its maritime security patrol.

Full Post on Source: Illegal Chinese dredging vessel spotted in Bataan
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Illegal Chinese dredging vessel spotted in Bataan

The coast guard's BRP Panglao (FPB-2402) located the Chinese ship at around 11 a.m. on Wednesday while conducting its maritime security ...
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"I think there is a reason for people to be afraid when that becomes a trend," said Bishop Pablo David, a vocal critic of the Duterte administration's brutal war on drugs.

Full Post on Source: Rising cases of red-tagging bring back memory of authoritarian rule — bishop
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Rising cases of red-tagging bring back memory of authoritarian rule — bishop

"I think there is a reason for people to be afraid when that becomes a trend," said Bishop Pablo David, a vocal critic of the Dute...
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The Philippines' diplomatic protest against a law that allows the Chinese coast guard to fire on foreign vessels won't affect the purchase of China-made COVID-19 vaccines, Malacañang said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: Diplomatic protest vs China coast guard law won't affect vax procurement — Palace
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Diplomatic protest vs China coast guard law won't affect vax procurement — Palace

The Philippines' diplomatic protest against a law that allows the Chinese coast guard to fire on foreign vessels won't affect the pu...
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The Philippines received a dismal score of 30.6 out of 100, trailing most of its Southeast Asian peers.

Full Post on Source: 'Underperformer': Philippines ranks 79th among 98 countries in COVID-19 suppression
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'Underperformer': Philippines ranks 79th among 98 countries in COVID-19 suppression

The Philippines received a dismal score of 30.6 out of 100, trailing most of its Southeast Asian peers. Full Post on Source: 'Underpe...
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Unsatisfied with the firing of the military’s intelligence chief, lawmakers in the leftist Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives want more heads to roll over red-tagging.

Full Post on Source: Makabayan bloc wants more heads to roll over red-tagging
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Makabayan bloc wants more heads to roll over red-tagging

Unsatisfied with the firing of the military’s intelligence chief, lawmakers in the leftist Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives wa...
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A teachers' group on Thursday said that while the education department has denied claims of a massive dropout in distance learning, student participation in classes as well as in turning in requirements had been dismal months since the new setup began.

Full Post on Source: Despite DepEd denial of mass dropout, student participation in classes 'waning' — ACT
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Despite DepEd denial of mass dropout, student participation in classes 'waning' — ACT

A teachers' group on Thursday said that while the education department has denied claims of a massive dropout in distance learning, stud...
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“Through the documentation of these cases, the atrocities committed and condoned by this administration shall not be forgotten. Regardless of whether the victims were indeed linked to legal drugs or not, they are human beings with rights enshrined in the constitution,” said Brolagda.

Full Post on Source: Study backs claims that Duterte’s anti-drug campaign is ‘war on the poor,’ nonprofit says
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Study backs claims that Duterte’s anti-drug campaign is ‘war on the poor,’ nonprofit says

“Through the documentation of these cases, the atrocities committed and condoned by this administration shall not be forgotten. Regardless o...
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The sacking of the military’s intelligence chief over the publication of an erroneous list of red-tagging University of the Philippines alumni does not erase critical questions on the former student leaders’ inclusion in the said list in the first place.

Full Post on Source: Red-tagged lawyer says questions still remain on military's erroneous list
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Red-tagged lawyer says questions still remain on military's erroneous list

The sacking of the military’s intelligence chief over the publication of an erroneous list of red-tagging University of the Philippines alum...
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Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said he was negative at the moment but the officers he met on Wednesday tested positive.

Full Post on Source: DFA chief Locsin in quarantine after COVID-19 exposure
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DFA chief Locsin in quarantine after COVID-19 exposure

Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said he was negative at the moment but the officers he met on Wednesday tested positive. Ful...
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Of the total cases, 33,427 or 6.4% were active.

Full Post on Source: Philippines records 1,169 new COVID-19 cases; total rises to 519,575
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Philippines records 1,169 new COVID-19 cases; total rises to 519,575

Of the total cases, 33,427 or 6.4% were active. Full Post on Source: Philippines records 1,169 new COVID-19 cases; total rises to 519,575...
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"In Asia Pacific and the Americas, some governments used COVID-19 to consolidate power, but left citizens without access to emergency aid," the NGO said.

Full Post on Source: No improvement in Philippines' score on Corruption Perceptions Index
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No improvement in Philippines' score on Corruption Perceptions Index

"In Asia Pacific and the Americas, some governments used COVID-19 to consolidate power, but left citizens without access to emergency a...
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According to Germanwatch’s Global Climate Risk Index, the Philippines ranked fourth in the list of countries most impacted by climate-related catastrophes in the past 20 years.

Full Post on Source: Philippines among countries most impacted by extreme weather since 2000 — report
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Philippines among countries most impacted by extreme weather since 2000 — report

According to Germanwatch’s Global Climate Risk Index, the Philippines ranked fourth in the list of countries most impacted by climate-relate...
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Shortly after the Philippines filed a diplomatic protest over a new Chinese law that may put Filipino fishers in danger, the Biden administration on Thursday reaffirmed US commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty and its rejection of Beijing's excessive claims in the South China Sea. 

Full Post on Source: US reaffirms commitment to Mutual Defense Treaty with Philippines
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US reaffirms commitment to Mutual Defense Treaty with Philippines

Shortly after the Philippines filed a diplomatic protest over a new Chinese law that may put Filipino fishers in danger, the Biden administr...
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Killings of members of the legal profession can erode the public’s trust in the justice system and embolden criminals to take the law into their own hands, Integrated Bar of the Philippines President Domingo Egon Cayosa said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: IBP: With lawyers killed and murders unresolved, people will lose trust in justice system
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IBP: With lawyers killed and murders unresolved, people will lose trust in justice system

Killings of members of the legal profession can erode the public’s trust in the justice system and embolden criminals to take the law into t...
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"The publication of an erroneous list, originating from his office OJ2, of alleged NPA killed by the military is an unforgivable lapse. His negligence only shows a lackadaisical attitude towards his job resulting to confusion and damage to reputation," Lorenzana said in his statement. 

Full Post on Source: Military intelligence chief sacked over misinformation in list of alleged communist rebels
bySator Tenet
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Military intelligence chief sacked over misinformation in list of alleged communist rebels

"The publication of an erroneous list, originating from his office OJ2, of alleged NPA killed by the military is an unforgivable lapse....
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Sen. Richard Gordon, chair of the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights, bristled at Sinas' absence, becoming further irritated after learning that the top cop offered "not even a reply" to the upper chamber's invitation.

Full Post on Source: Senators scold Sinas for initially snubbing hearing on series of killings
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Senators scold Sinas for initially snubbing hearing on series of killings

Sen. Richard Gordon, chair of the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights, bristled at Sinas' absence, becoming further irritated a...
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The rejection of ABS-CBN’s application for a fresh franchise by a House committee is already final as no lawmaker appealed its decision, the panel’s chair said.

Full Post on Source: House panel’s rejection of ABS-CBN franchise is final, chair says
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House panel’s rejection of ABS-CBN franchise is final, chair says

The rejection of ABS-CBN’s application for a fresh franchise by a House committee is already final as no lawmaker appealed its decision, the...
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The Independent International Commission of Investigation into Human Rights Violations in the Philippines or Investigate PH was launched in Asia Pacific Thursday, marking the start of probes into rights abuses in the country.

Full Post on Source: Global groups launch independent probe into alleged rights abuses
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Global groups launch independent probe into alleged rights abuses

The Independent International Commission of Investigation into Human Rights Violations in the Philippines or Investigate PH was launched in ...
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The national government, several local government units and private firms signed a deal with the British-Swedish company for a total of 17 million doses of its coronavirus vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Philippines approves AstraZeneca COVID-19 jab for emergency use
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Philippines approves AstraZeneca COVID-19 jab for emergency use

The national government, several local government units and private firms signed a deal with the British-Swedish company for a total of 17 m...
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The social justice arm of the Catholic Church in the Philippines rejected fresh moves to change the Constitution, saying there are more urgent issues that need attention.

Full Post on Source: Catholic Church's social justice arm rejects Charter change
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Catholic Church's social justice arm rejects Charter change

The social justice arm of the Catholic Church in the Philippines rejected fresh moves to change the Constitution, saying there are more urge...
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The Department of Justice’s exclusion of the Commission on Human Rights in its “drug war” review report, and of domestic rights groups in its Human Rights Summit in 2020 only showed the Philippine government does not intend to make itself accountable, international panel Investigate PH said.

Full Post on Source: Duterte government has no interest in probing themselves — global group
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Duterte government has no interest in probing themselves — global group

The Department of Justice’s exclusion of the Commission on Human Rights in its “drug war” review report, and of domestic rights groups in it...
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Filipinos whose working visas have been withheld during the administration of Donald Trump can now heave a sigh of relief after newly inaugurated US President Joseph Biden revived a policy allowing foreigners to work in America.

Full Post on Source: Biden revives H-2B visa for working Pinoys
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Biden revives H-2B visa for working Pinoys

Filipinos whose working visas have been withheld during the administration of Donald Trump can now heave a sigh of relief after newly inaugu...
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A Mindanao veteran and medal of valor awardee will be the next chief of the 140,000-strong Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Full Post on Source: Army chief picked to lead AFP
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Army chief picked to lead AFP

A Mindanao veteran and medal of valor awardee will be the next chief of the 140,000-strong Armed Forces of the Philippines. Full Post on ...
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The province of Cavite has cancelled its award of a $10-billion airport deal in Sangley Point, among the biggest projects involving a Chinese firm under President Duterte, who has pursued warmer ties with Beijing since taking office in 2016.

Full Post on Source: Cavite cancels award for China firm’s $10 billion Sangley project
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Cavite cancels award for China firm’s $10 billion Sangley project

The province of Cavite has cancelled its award of a $10-billion airport deal in Sangley Point, among the biggest projects involving a Chines...
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The country's police force, whose role in carrying out pandemic-related curbs had largely been questioned as government militarizing its response to a health crisis, tallied a staggering 10,000 coronavirus cases within its ranks on Wednesday.

Full Post on Source: Philippine police, tasked to implement pandemic curbs, hits 10,000 coronavirus cases
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Philippine police, tasked to implement pandemic curbs, hits 10,000 coronavirus cases

The country's police force, whose role in carrying out pandemic-related curbs had largely been questioned as government militarizing its...
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A senator on Wednesday questioned PhilHealth's claim that the controversial P15 billion in funds said to have been pocketed by its officials are not missing and, in contrast, are almost entirely liquidated.

Full Post on Source: Liquidation does not mean funds were 'legally disbursed,' PhilHealth told
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Liquidation does not mean funds were 'legally disbursed,' PhilHealth told

A senator on Wednesday questioned PhilHealth's claim that the controversial P15 billion in funds said to have been pocketed by its offic...
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This consensus disputes the position of some lawmakers in the House that voting may be done jointly and affirms the general position of the Senate, whose 24 members, in a joint vote setup, would be severely outnumbered by the hundreds of lawmakers in the lower house.

Full Post on Source: Gov’t agencies, legal luminaries: Senate, House must vote on charter change separately
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Gov’t agencies, legal luminaries: Senate, House must vote on charter change separately

This consensus disputes the position of some lawmakers in the House that voting may be done jointly and affirms the general position of the ...
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The House agriculture committee is being urged to conduct an inquiry on the rising prices of pork, which has recently hit P400 per kilo.

Full Post on Source: House inquiry sought on rising pork prices
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House inquiry sought on rising pork prices

The House agriculture committee is being urged to conduct an inquiry on the rising prices of pork, which has recently hit P400 per kilo. ...
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"They have many great posts about Baguio City promoting tourism in Baguio City, promoting our triage process telling that it's safe to be in Baguio," he said. 

Full Post on Source: Violators of mass gathering rules should be punished, DOH says
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Violators of mass gathering rules should be punished, DOH says

"They have many great posts about Baguio City promoting tourism in Baguio City, promoting our triage process telling that it's safe...
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The government will tap a third party service provider to ensure the efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Government to tap third party service provider for vaccine distribution
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Government to tap third party service provider for vaccine distribution

The government will tap a third party service provider to ensure the efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Full Post on Source: Go...
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The Department of Health-Research Institute for Tropical Medicine has warned the public against individuals posing as their staff offering free swabbing services and issuing falsified COVID-19 confirmatory test results.

Full Post on Source: DOH-RITM warns public against fake COVID-19 tests
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DOH-RITM warns public against fake COVID-19 tests

The Department of Health-Research Institute for Tropical Medicine has warned the public against individuals posing as their staff offering f...
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A Mindanao veteran and medal of valor awardee will be the next chief of the 140,000-strong Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Full Post on Source: Palace says Cirilito Sobejana is next AFP chief
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Palace says Cirilito Sobejana is next AFP chief

A Mindanao veteran and medal of valor awardee will be the next chief of the 140,000-strong Armed Forces of the Philippines. Full Post on ...
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After saying it's "none of our business," Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said he fired a diplomatic protest "after reflection."

Full Post on Source: Philippines protests new China coast guard law
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Philippines protests new China coast guard law

After saying it's "none of our business," Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said he fired a diplomatic protest ...
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The bill seeking to authorize President Rodrigo Duterte to defer increases in contributions to the Social Security System is just a step away from clearing the House of Representatives.

Full Post on Source: House a step away from passing bill to allow president to suspend SSS rate hike
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1:34 AM

House a step away from passing bill to allow president to suspend SSS rate hike

The bill seeking to authorize President Rodrigo Duterte to defer increases in contributions to the Social Security System is just a step awa...
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Local regulators are meeting obstacles in the probe on the illegal vaccination of President Rodrigo Duterte's security with the smuggled Sinopharm, its director general said Wednesday.

Full Post on Source: No response yet from PSG on smuggled Sinopharm probe — FDA chief
bySator Tenet
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No response yet from PSG on smuggled Sinopharm probe — FDA chief

Local regulators are meeting obstacles in the probe on the illegal vaccination of President Rodrigo Duterte's security with the smuggled...
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The House of Representatives may finally vote on ABS-CBN’s franchise in plenary, six months after a House panel rejected the media giant’s bid for a fresh 25-year franchise.

Full Post on Source: House may vote on ABS-CBN franchise in plenary next week
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House may vote on ABS-CBN franchise in plenary next week

The House of Representatives may finally vote on ABS-CBN’s franchise in plenary, six months after a House panel rejected the media giant’s b...
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“Many of those who refused to be injected are worried about the efficacy and safety of the vaccine while others have health issues such as allergies,” said Alimurung.

Full Post on Source: Most QC residents 'willing' to be vaccinated vs COVID-19, LGU says
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Most QC residents 'willing' to be vaccinated vs COVID-19, LGU says

“Many of those who refused to be injected are worried about the efficacy and safety of the vaccine while others have health issues such as a...
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The Department of Health on Wednesday logged 2,245 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 518,407.

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases in the Philippines climb to 518,407 with 2,245 new infections
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Coronavirus cases in the Philippines climb to 518,407 with 2,245 new infections

The Department of Health on Wednesday logged 2,245 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 518,407. Full Post on Sourc...
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A growing number of administration officials have said that they are willing to be vaccinated for the coronavirus in public, but President Rodrigo Duterte's men continued to insist on privacy for him in his choice to take it in public, contrary to what he said months ago.

Full Post on Source: Officials volunteer to take COVID-19 vaccine in public as Duterte shuns move
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Officials volunteer to take COVID-19 vaccine in public as Duterte shuns move

A growing number of administration officials have said that they are willing to be vaccinated for the coronavirus in public, but President R...
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One of the framers of the 1987 Constitution on Wednesday said the most recent attempt to amend it is rooted in corruption and goes against its central principles of social justice and human rights.

Full Post on Source: Constitution Framer: Don't change charter 'for power and money'
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Constitution Framer: Don't change charter 'for power and money'

One of the framers of the 1987 Constitution on Wednesday said the most recent attempt to amend it is rooted in corruption and goes against i...
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"Today, the trains are starting to come and, every quarter, they will come. And by May of 2022, we would have met the delivery of 30 train sets," Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade said in his keynote message.

Full Post on Source: New train cars for LRT-1 Cavite extension arrive in the Philippines
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New train cars for LRT-1 Cavite extension arrive in the Philippines

"Today, the trains are starting to come and, every quarter, they will come. And by May of 2022, we would have met the delivery of 30 tr...
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The new testing and quarantine protocols covers all passengers regardless of origin and will take effect on February 1.

Full Post on Source: IATF issues new testing, quarantine protocols for arriving passengers
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IATF issues new testing, quarantine protocols for arriving passengers

The new testing and quarantine protocols covers all passengers regardless of origin and will take effect on February 1. Full Post on Sour...
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Speaking in an interview aired over ANC's "Headstart", Castillo denied making such a statement, saying: "If there is a categorical claim that I said there is a silent majority, then that is wrong because I don’t have basis for saying so."

Full Post on Source: Ex-UP lecturer denies AFP graphic quoting him as claiming UP majority agrees with accord abrogation
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Ex-UP lecturer denies AFP graphic quoting him as claiming UP majority agrees with accord abrogation

Speaking in an interview aired over ANC's "Headstart", Castillo denied making such a statement, saying: "If there is a ca...
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Watch the Senate hearing LIVE, which will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021.

Full Post on Source: LIVE: Senate hearing on charter change
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LIVE: Senate hearing on charter change

Watch the Senate hearing LIVE, which will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021. Full Post on Source: LIVE: Senate hearing on char...
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Palace on Tuesday night expanded its list of countries with travel restrictions to due to the threat of the new coronavirus variant, which now includes Czech Republic.

Full Post on Source: Philippines to bar entry of tourists from Czech Republic starting January 28
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Philippines to bar entry of tourists from Czech Republic starting January 28

Palace on Tuesday night expanded its list of countries with travel restrictions to due to the threat of the new coronavirus variant, which n...
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The foreign affairs department on Tuesday said 29 more Filipinos abroad have contracted the coronavirus, pushing its overall count to now at 13,857.

Full Post on Source: DFA reports 29 new Filipino COVID-19 cases abroad
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DFA reports 29 new Filipino COVID-19 cases abroad

The foreign affairs department on Tuesday said 29 more Filipinos abroad have contracted the coronavirus, pushing its overall count to now at...
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"We fervently condemn China's egregious display of aggression and military might," said Pamalakaya on Beijing's new coast guard law.

Full Post on Source: Often harassed by Chinese in waters, fisherfolk seek gov't action on new Beijing law
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Often harassed by Chinese in waters, fisherfolk seek gov't action on new Beijing law

"We fervently condemn China's egregious display of aggression and military might," said Pamalakaya on Beijing's new coast ...
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Breaking with messaging from the Palace and the country's top diplomat, Sen. Richard Gordon on Tuesday said China must justify to the Philippines a new law allowing its coast guard to fire on ships in disputed waters.

Full Post on Source: ‘China owes us an explanation': Senators flag Beijing law allowing coast guard to fire on foreign ships
bySator Tenet
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3:34 AM

‘China owes us an explanation': Senators flag Beijing law allowing coast guard to fire on foreign ships

Breaking with messaging from the Palace and the country's top diplomat, Sen. Richard Gordon on Tuesday said China must justify to the Ph...
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PhilHealth on Tuesday sought to deny that the P15 billion said to have been amassed by its officials are missing, with its chief adding that nearly all of it had already been liquidated.

Full Post on Source: PhilHealth chief says P15 billion not missing, 92% already liquidated
bySator Tenet
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PhilHealth chief says P15 billion not missing, 92% already liquidated

PhilHealth on Tuesday sought to deny that the P15 billion said to have been amassed by its officials are missing, with its chief adding that...
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This means that House Bill No. 8461 is just a step away from clearing the House plenary, which can approve the leadership-backed, cross-party measure on final reading in three days.

Full Post on Source: House OKs bill granting president power to defer PhilHealth rate hike on second reading
bySator Tenet
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House OKs bill granting president power to defer PhilHealth rate hike on second reading

This means that House Bill No. 8461 is just a step away from clearing the House plenary, which can approve the leadership-backed, cross-part...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has assailed critics who claimed that their vigilance has prevented corruption in the purchase of COVID-19 vaccines, accusing them of muddling the issue and challenging them to explain to him why they made such a remark.

Full Post on Source: Duterte hits critics claiming corruption in vax procurement was prevented because of them
bySator Tenet
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Duterte hits critics claiming corruption in vax procurement was prevented because of them

President Rodrigo Duterte has assailed critics who claimed that their vigilance has prevented corruption in the purchase of COVID-19 vaccine...
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"All institutions of higher learning, especially all state universities and colleges, should be centers of free thought—environments that encourage new thoughts and tests old ones. Intellectual liberty is foundational to a democracy," Pangilinan wrote. 

Full Post on Source: Pangilinan files bill on academic freedom in state universities
bySator Tenet
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Pangilinan files bill on academic freedom in state universities

"All institutions of higher learning, especially all state universities and colleges, should be centers of free thought—environments th...
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The movement to restore the watershed area largely led by people under 30 won first place at the inaugural Waterchangemakers Award, which “aims to make visible the teams and organizations that shape water decisions that build climate resilience.”

Full Post on Source: Masungi Georeserve wins global award for watershed protection, restoration
bySator Tenet
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Masungi Georeserve wins global award for watershed protection, restoration

The movement to restore the watershed area largely led by people under 30 won first place at the inaugural Waterchangemakers Award, which “a...
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The Bureau of Immigration has deported more than 3,000 foreign nationals for violating Philippine laws in 2020.

Full Post on Source: Immigration reports more than 3,000 foreigners deported in 2020
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Immigration reports more than 3,000 foreigners deported in 2020

The Bureau of Immigration has deported more than 3,000 foreign nationals for violating Philippine laws in 2020. Full Post on Source: Immi...
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The education department on Tuesday dismissed claims that there has been a massive dropout in students enrolled in distance learning months since the setup hounded by difficulties began due to the pandemic.

Full Post on Source: DepEd says no signs yet of massive dropouts due to blended learning
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DepEd says no signs yet of massive dropouts due to blended learning

The education department on Tuesday dismissed claims that there has been a massive dropout in students enrolled in distance learning months ...
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Of the 516,166 total confirmed cases, 30,357 or 5.9% are active. 

Full Post on Source: Philippines sees 1,173 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 516,166
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Philippines sees 1,173 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 516,166

Of the 516,166 total confirmed cases, 30,357 or 5.9% are active.  Full Post on Source: Philippines sees 1,173 new COVID-19 cases as total...
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The Supreme Court has junked youth groups’ petition to void the proclamation of Ducielle Cardema as Duterte Youth representative, allowing her to keep her seat in Congress.

Full Post on Source: Duterte Youth rep keeps seat in Congress as SC junks bid to void proclamation
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Duterte Youth rep keeps seat in Congress as SC junks bid to void proclamation

The Supreme Court has junked youth groups’ petition to void the proclamation of Ducielle Cardema as Duterte Youth representative, allowing h...
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"Any use of force should be considered as a hostile act or an act of aggression. That should be the clear message of Southeast Asian states," Director of the University of the Philippines Institute for Maritime Affairs Jay Batongbacal said.

Full Post on Source: 'Clear message' needed on China law allowing its coast guard to fire on foreign ships — expert
bySator Tenet
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'Clear message' needed on China law allowing its coast guard to fire on foreign ships — expert

"Any use of force should be considered as a hostile act or an act of aggression. That should be the clear message of Southeast Asian st...
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People who want to work in government do not need a "padrino" or a sponsor to be hired, President Rodrigo Duterte said, as he warned the public against people using the names of officials to bag contracts.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: No need for 'padrino' to secure government job
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Duterte: No need for 'padrino' to secure government job

People who want to work in government do not need a "padrino" or a sponsor to be hired, President Rodrigo Duterte said, as he warn...
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With the string of new ordinances aimed to keep people at home and curb the transmission of the deadly coronavirus enforced for most of 2020, the public has gone online for legal advice on how these new rules affect them and their rights.

Full Post on Source: NGO chatbot provides legal advice to more than 9,000 during COVID-19 quarantine
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NGO chatbot provides legal advice to more than 9,000 during COVID-19 quarantine

With the string of new ordinances aimed to keep people at home and curb the transmission of the deadly coronavirus enforced for most of 2020...
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Limited physical classes for students in medical and health-allied programs are set to resume with President Rodrigo Duterte's approval, Palace said Tuesday.

Full Post on Source: Duterte OKs limited physical classes in medicine, allied health programs
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Duterte OKs limited physical classes in medicine, allied health programs

Limited physical classes for students in medical and health-allied programs are set to resume with President Rodrigo Duterte's approval,...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed Court of Appeals Associate Justice Jhosep Lopez to the Supreme Court, who will potentially be serving the tribunal for more than a decade.

Full Post on Source: Appeals court justice Lopez appointed to SC, seen to serve for more than a decade
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Appeals court justice Lopez appointed to SC, seen to serve for more than a decade

President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed Court of Appeals Associate Justice Jhosep Lopez to the Supreme Court, who will potentially be servin...
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"We had new guidelines that were formed because of the pandemic. As for the reason of the medico-legal, it was stated in the new guidelines for the new normal on the autopsy of cadavers. Initially, he said that the victim had travel in other places. She came from a hotel that was a quarantine hotel," he said in mixed Filipino and English. 

Full Post on Source: PNP blames COVID-19 guidelines for decision to embalm Dacera cadaver before autopsy
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PNP blames COVID-19 guidelines for decision to embalm Dacera cadaver before autopsy

"We had new guidelines that were formed because of the pandemic. As for the reason of the medico-legal, it was stated in the new guidel...
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The killing of a Catholic priest in Bukidnon sends a “chilling message” to those who wish to serve the countryside and help the peasant masses, sectoral group Student Christian Movement of the Philippines (SCMP) said.

Full Post on Source: Killing of Bukidnon priest sends 'chilling message' to those serving masses in countryside — group
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Killing of Bukidnon priest sends 'chilling message' to those serving masses in countryside — group

The killing of a Catholic priest in Bukidnon sends a “chilling message” to those who wish to serve the countryside and help the peasant mass...
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"Because there are some who wear masks and then I see your nose hanging out there just on the edge of the mask, the upper portion," Duterte said in Filipino.

Full Post on Source: Cover your nose: Duterte tells public to wear face masks properly
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Cover your nose: Duterte tells public to wear face masks properly

"Because there are some who wear masks and then I see your nose hanging out there just on the edge of the mask, the upper portion,...
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Watch the House hearing LIVE, which will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2020.

Full Post on Source: LIVE: House resumes Cha-cha debates — Day 2
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LIVE: House resumes Cha-cha debates — Day 2

Watch the House hearing LIVE, which will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2020. Full Post on Source: LIVE: House resumes Cha-cha d...
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The department stressed there is “no strong evidence” of community transmission based on the criteria set by the World Health Organization.

Full Post on Source: DOH confirms local transmission of UK COVID-19 variant in Bontoc
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DOH confirms local transmission of UK COVID-19 variant in Bontoc

The department stressed there is “no strong evidence” of community transmission based on the criteria set by the World Health Organization. ...
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The Armed Forces of the Philippines apologized yesterday for posting an erroneous list naming University of the Philippines students and alumni as New People’s Army rebels.

Full Post on Source: AFP apologizes for red-tagging UP alumni
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AFP apologizes for red-tagging UP alumni

The Armed Forces of the Philippines apologized yesterday for posting an erroneous list naming University of the Philippines students and alu...
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The Social Security System has appealed to members of the House of Representatives for an objective decision on the proposed measures to postpone the contribution rate hike scheduled for this year, saying deferring the increase may endanger the fund’s financial viability.

Full Post on Source: SSS urges House to reconsider rate hike deferment
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SSS urges House to reconsider rate hike deferment

The Social Security System has appealed to members of the House of Representatives for an objective decision on the proposed measures to pos...
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The sixth anniversary of the incident in Mamasapano town in Maguindanao that led to the death of 44 elite troopers of the Philippine National Police (PNP)’s Special Action Force was marked yesterday, but no one has yet been held accountable for the police operation.

Full Post on Source: 6 years after, justice elusive for SAF 44
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6 years after, justice elusive for SAF 44

The sixth anniversary of the incident in Mamasapano town in Maguindanao that led to the death of 44 elite troopers of the Philippine Nationa...
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Metro Manila laboratories of the Philippine Red Cross can process 8,000 saliva samples for COVID-19 tests daily, which could increase almost fourfold when PRC provincial hubs are mobilized.

Full Post on Source: Red Cross labs able to process 8,000 saliva samples daily
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Red Cross labs able to process 8,000 saliva samples daily

Metro Manila laboratories of the Philippine Red Cross can process 8,000 saliva samples for COVID-19 tests daily, which could increase almost...
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A Catholic priest in Malaybalay, Bukidnon was gunned down near a monastery on Sunday night, police said.

Full Post on Source: Catholic priest gunned down in Bukidnon
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Catholic priest gunned down in Bukidnon

A Catholic priest in Malaybalay, Bukidnon was gunned down near a monastery on Sunday night, police said. Full Post on Source: Catholic pr...
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Sen. Panfilo Lacson wants to know who fed the Department of Health the information about the price of Sinovac vaccines in the Philippines, which he said turned out to be “unreasonably high” and may have been shared with the DOH in an attempt to make money from the government’s procurement of COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Lacson: Who gave DOH high Sinovac price?
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Lacson: Who gave DOH high Sinovac price?

Sen. Panfilo Lacson wants to know who fed the Department of Health the information about the price of Sinovac vaccines in the Philippines, w...
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The Department of Health said yesterday that 38 close contacts of persons infected with the UK variant of coronavirus in Bontoc, Mountain Province and Calamba City, Laguna have tested positive for the original COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: 38 contacts of UK variant cases positive for COVID-19
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38 contacts of UK variant cases positive for COVID-19

The Department of Health said yesterday that 38 close contacts of persons infected with the UK variant of coronavirus in Bontoc, Mountain Pr...
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President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday took back his coronavirus task force's pronouncement allowing more children to step out of their homes which groups and even local chief executives have opposed.

Full Post on Source: Duterte revokes IATF decision allowing minors in MGCQ areas to go out
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Duterte revokes IATF decision allowing minors in MGCQ areas to go out

President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday took back his coronavirus task force's pronouncement allowing more children to step out of their hom...
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The World Travel and Tourism Council recently awarded two luxury hotels in Metro Manila Safe Travels stamp through the Department of Tourism.

Full Post on Source: 2 Philippine hotels granted Safe Travels stamp by world tourism body
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2 Philippine hotels granted Safe Travels stamp by world tourism body

The World Travel and Tourism Council recently awarded two luxury hotels in Metro Manila Safe Travels stamp through the Department of Tourism...
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Retired Supreme Court justices Antonio Carpio and Conchita Carpio Morales led others in a petition asking the solicitor general if posts by Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade should be considered an official communication from government.

Full Post on Source: 'Clear threat': Ex-SC justices seek Solgen comment on Parlade's social media post
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'Clear threat': Ex-SC justices seek Solgen comment on Parlade's social media post

Retired Supreme Court justices Antonio Carpio and Conchita Carpio Morales led others in a petition asking the solicitor general if posts by ...
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The health department on Monday said the country will now have to pay a part of the 20% of vaccines from the Covax facility with funding, which it said is already secured.

Full Post on Source: Philippines to shoulder payment for 5% of Covax's COVID-19 jabs
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Philippines to shoulder payment for 5% of Covax's COVID-19 jabs

The health department on Monday said the country will now have to pay a part of the 20% of vaccines from the Covax facility with funding, wh...
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This is in response to The Washington Post's article titled "Sold into Syrian servitude, Filipina workers tell of abuse, rape and imprisonment."

Full Post on Source: DFA investigates staff for possible abuse of trafficking victims staying at embassy in Syria
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DFA investigates staff for possible abuse of trafficking victims staying at embassy in Syria

This is in response to The Washington Post's article titled "Sold into Syrian servitude, Filipina workers tell of abuse, rape and i...
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The law, which was approved as the world is grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, allows the Chinese coast guard to destroy structures built by other countries on Beijing-claimed islands and reefs.

Full Post on Source: With China's new law vs foreign ships, Palace hopes no country would worsen WPS tensions
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With China's new law vs foreign ships, Palace hopes no country would worsen WPS tensions

The law, which was approved as the world is grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, allows the Chinese coast guard to destroy structures built...
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Palace on Monday sought to deny that there had been changes in the administration's list of priority to get the COVID-19 vaccine, after President Rodrigo Duterte said he would now include families of the military among those first to take the jabs. 

Full Post on Source: Despite military kin's inclusion, Palace insists priority list for COVID-19 jabs unchanged
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Despite military kin's inclusion, Palace insists priority list for COVID-19 jabs unchanged

Palace on Monday sought to deny that there had been changes in the administration's list of priority to get the COVID-19 vaccine, after ...
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De Guia stressed that the military’s gaffe is still concerning. “Similar lapses, if left unchecked, can put reputations and lives in serious danger,” she added.

Full Post on Source: CHR: Errors in government list of supposed communist rebels dangerous
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CHR: Errors in government list of supposed communist rebels dangerous

De Guia stressed that the military’s gaffe is still concerning. “Similar lapses, if left unchecked, can put reputations and lives in serious...
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In a statement Monday, CHR spokesperson Jacqueline De Guia said the violent arrest of a man by members of Parañaque City’s task force during a clearing operation last week is “deeply concerning.”

Full Post on Source: 'Unjustified, unnecessary': CHR looking into aggressive arrest of vendor in Parañaque
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'Unjustified, unnecessary': CHR looking into aggressive arrest of vendor in Parañaque

In a statement Monday, CHR spokesperson Jacqueline De Guia said the violent arrest of a man by members of Parañaque City’s task force during...
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The number of people who are still undergoing quarantine or treatment stands at 29,282 or 5.7% of the country’s confirmed cases.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines climb to nearly 515,000 with 1,581 new infections
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines climb to nearly 515,000 with 1,581 new infections

The number of people who are still undergoing quarantine or treatment stands at 29,282 or 5.7% of the country’s confirmed cases. Full Pos...
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Authorities have located the two fellow passengers of the Filipino man who tested positive on the new and more infectious coronavirus variant.

Full Post on Source: NBI locates two fellow passengers of Filipino with new COVID-19 variant
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NBI locates two fellow passengers of Filipino with new COVID-19 variant

Authorities have located the two fellow passengers of the Filipino man who tested positive on the new and more infectious coronavirus varian...
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The Commission on Higher Education on Monday distanced itself from proposed measures to legislate the terminated UP-DND accord of 1989, saying the matter should be left in the hands of parties involved.

Full Post on Source: CHED opposes proposal to legislate UP-DND accord
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CHED opposes proposal to legislate UP-DND accord

The Commission on Higher Education on Monday distanced itself from proposed measures to legislate the terminated UP-DND accord of 1989, sayi...
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In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said authorities have identified 144 close contacts of the 12 residents who were found with the B117 variant and tested some of them. Of the figure, 34 tested positive for COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: DOH: 34 contacts of Bontoc cases also positive for COVID-19
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DOH: 34 contacts of Bontoc cases also positive for COVID-19

In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said authorities have identified 144 close contacts of the 12 residents who were...
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The Integrated Bar of the Philippines called out the military for its “ridiculous” of linking of lawyers to communist rebels as it urged the government to set policies against the dangerous practice of red-tagging.

Full Post on Source: IBP calls out military's 'ridiculous red-tagging' of lawyers
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IBP calls out military's 'ridiculous red-tagging' of lawyers

The Integrated Bar of the Philippines called out the military for its “ridiculous” of linking of lawyers to communist rebels as it urged the...
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The Armed Forces of the Philippines has apologized for a list it published over the weekend that incorrectly tagged University of the Philippines alumni among students allegedly killed or arrested after joining the New People’s Army.

Full Post on Source: Military sorry after UP alumni tagged as slain rebels show up alive
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Military sorry after UP alumni tagged as slain rebels show up alive

The Armed Forces of the Philippines has apologized for a list it published over the weekend that incorrectly tagged University of the Philip...
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The British-Swedish pharmaceutical submitted an application for emergency use of its vaccine developed with Oxford University to the Philippine FDA early this month.

Full Post on Source: Too slow? FDA says it's being 'thorough' in assessing EUA applications
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Too slow? FDA says it's being 'thorough' in assessing EUA applications

The British-Swedish pharmaceutical submitted an application for emergency use of its vaccine developed with Oxford University to the Philipp...
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A key leader of the House of Representatives yesterday doused fears of some business groups that congressmen are only out to extend their terms when they introduce economic amendments to the 1987 Constitution.

Full Post on Source: Pinoys have final say on economic Cha-cha – House
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Pinoys have final say on economic Cha-cha – House

A key leader of the House of Representatives yesterday doused fears of some business groups that congressmen are only out to extend their te...
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The Philippine Red Cross will begin COVID-19 saliva testing at its molecular laboratories in Metro Manila today after getting the nod from a government laboratory experts’ panel and the Department of Health.

Full Post on Source: Red Cross to roll out saliva test today
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Red Cross to roll out saliva test today

The Philippine Red Cross will begin COVID-19 saliva testing at its molecular laboratories in Metro Manila today after getting the nod from a...
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Health authorities are still searching for the carrier of the UK variant of COVID-19, who had infected 12 villagers from Bontoc town in Mountain Province.

Full Post on Source: Bontoc variant carrier still unidentified
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Bontoc variant carrier still unidentified

Health authorities are still searching for the carrier of the UK variant of COVID-19, who had infected 12 villagers from Bontoc town in Moun...
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Four of the country’s most prestigious universities have issued a joint statement to belie a claim by Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade Jr. of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict that Philippine universities are recruitment havens of the New People’s Army.

Full Post on Source: Universities deny being communist recruitment havens
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Universities deny being communist recruitment havens

Four of the country’s most prestigious universities have issued a joint statement to belie a claim by Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade Jr. of the Na...
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The government has vowed relief to the soaring prices of food products by imposing stricter measures on retailers and a possible 60-day price freeze on pork, chicken, fish and vegetables in Metro Manila.

Full Post on Source: Government, Metro Manila to enforce measures vs high prices
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Government, Metro Manila to enforce measures vs high prices

The government has vowed relief to the soaring prices of food products by imposing stricter measures on retailers and a possible 60-day pric...
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After abrogating last week the 32-year-old accord that bars the military and police from entering campuses without prior coordination with school officials, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana is now asking the University of the Philippines (UP) to help him and the government put an end to the insurgency problem.

Full Post on Source: Lorenzana to UP: Let’s work together
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Lorenzana to UP: Let’s work together

After abrogating last week the 32-year-old accord that bars the military and police from entering campuses without prior coordination with s...
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Once again, President Duterte is offering to give up the presidency – this time, in vouching for the integrity of vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. whom critics suspect of attempting to overprice COVID-19 shots being purchased by the government.

Full Post on Source: Duterte puts presidency on the line for Galvez
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Duterte puts presidency on the line for Galvez

Once again, President Duterte is offering to give up the presidency – this time, in vouching for the integrity of vaccine czar Carlito Galve...
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The remains of an alleged member of the New People’s Army were recovered last Saturday by the military and police in Baggao, Cagayan after they received information from a tipster and former rebel, according to a news report posted yesterday on the Facebook page of the Cagayan Provincial Information Office.

Full Post on Source: Ex-CEGP member’s remains found
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Ex-CEGP member’s remains found

The remains of an alleged member of the New People’s Army were recovered last Saturday by the military and police in Baggao, Cagayan after t...
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After getting some traction on the country’s efforts at building more telecommunications towers to improve the quality and speed of connectivity in the country, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is now setting its sights on speeding up the process of issuing permits for fiber optic cables for telecommunications companies and internet connectivity.

Full Post on Source: DICT eyes speeding up fiber optic installation nationwide
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DICT eyes speeding up fiber optic installation nationwide

After getting some traction on the country’s efforts at building more telecommunications towers to improve the quality and speed of connecti...
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The Junior Chamber International Philippines, together with The Outstanding Young Men Foundation, the Gerry Roxas Foundation and Advantage Management Consulting Philippines Inc., have concluded the search for the outstanding young men and women of the Philippines for 2020.

Full Post on Source: 7 cited as outstanding young men, women of 2020
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7 cited as outstanding young men, women of 2020

The Junior Chamber International Philippines, together with The Outstanding Young Men Foundation, the Gerry Roxas Foundation and Advantage M...
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"Indonesia and Vietnam refuse to be intimidated," Sen. Pangilinan said. "I adamantly refuse to believe that they are braver than we are, and I firmly believe that ours is not a nation of cowards."

Full Post on Source: Philippines shouldn't be intimidated over Chinese law letting coast guard to fire on foreign ships — Pangilinan
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Philippines shouldn't be intimidated over Chinese law letting coast guard to fire on foreign ships — Pangilinan

"Indonesia and Vietnam refuse to be intimidated," Sen. Pangilinan said. "I adamantly refuse to believe that they are braver t...
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Cabinet Secretary and IATF co-chairperson Karlo Nograles clarified that children cannot go out of their homes without the supervision of their parents. 

Full Post on Source: Children in MGCQ areas can only go out if accompanied by parents — IATF
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Children in MGCQ areas can only go out if accompanied by parents — IATF

Cabinet Secretary and IATF co-chairperson Karlo Nograles clarified that children cannot go out of their homes without the supervision of the...
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Universities rejected Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade's recent remarks, describing it as irresponsible and a mere rehash of what he had alleged in 2018, which had visibly failed to materialize.

Full Post on Source: Schools hit AFP's rehashed, unproven claim on ties with CPP-NPA
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Schools hit AFP's rehashed, unproven claim on ties with CPP-NPA

Universities rejected Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade's recent remarks, describing it as irresponsible and a mere rehash of what he had alleged...
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Administration officials continue to defend the government's choice to purchase China’s Sinovac Biotech Ltd. vaccine for its national inoculation program amid mounting concerns about the vaccine’s price and efficacy. 

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in the Philippines breach 513,000
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COVID-19 cases in the Philippines breach 513,000

Administration officials continue to defend the government's choice to purchase China’s Sinovac Biotech Ltd. vaccine for its national in...
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"I was a UP student for twelve straight years, from high school to law school; there was no opportunity for me to be associated in any way with the New People’s Army. Not being NPA to begin with, I was never captured by the military. I also did not have the opportunity to be killed by the military or anyone else; I am very much alive," the statement read. 

Full Post on Source: 'Simplistic thinking': UP alumni slam post alleging links to rebels
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'Simplistic thinking': UP alumni slam post alleging links to rebels

"I was a UP student for twelve straight years, from high school to law school; there was no opportunity for me to be associated in any ...
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"Protection of young people from all forms of abuse is among the obligations of the state," the human rights commission said.

Full Post on Source: Better protection vs online child sex exploitation sought on Int'l Day of Education
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Better protection vs online child sex exploitation sought on Int'l Day of Education

"Protection of young people from all forms of abuse is among the obligations of the state," the human rights commission said. F...
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The number of overseas Filipino workers repatriated as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has reached 416,000 to date, the country's labor chief said Sunday.

Full Post on Source: OFWs repatriated due to COVID-19 pandemic reach 416,000 — labor chief
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OFWs repatriated due to COVID-19 pandemic reach 416,000 — labor chief

The number of overseas Filipino workers repatriated as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has reached 416,000 to date, the country's l...
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"Why are they allergic to the police and the military? Are they hiding something?"

Full Post on Source: Dela Rosa says cops in UP can 'build case' on NPA presence but red-tags university anyway
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Dela Rosa says cops in UP can 'build case' on NPA presence but red-tags university anyway

"Why are they allergic to the police and the military? Are they hiding something?" Full Post on Source: Dela Rosa says cops in ...
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UP Diliman disputes claims that there are drug operations within campus, as well as that it is a crime "hotspot" as declared by police.

Full Post on Source: UP Diliman rejects drug ops, crime hotspot claims by police
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UP Diliman rejects drug ops, crime hotspot claims by police

UP Diliman disputes claims that there are drug operations within campus, as well as that it is a crime "hotspot" as declared by po...
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The latest updates on the spread of the novel coronavirus in the Philippines and general community quarantine of economic center of Metro Manila and other areas across the country.

Full Post on Source: LIVE updates: COVID-19 in the Philippines 2021
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LIVE updates: COVID-19 in the Philippines 2021

The latest updates on the spread of the novel coronavirus in the Philippines and general community quarantine of economic center of Metro Ma...
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Sen. Bong Go recently attended the virtual launch of the country’s 99th Malasakit Center at the Region II Trauma and Medical Center in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.

Full Post on Source: 99th Malasakit Center opens in Nueva Vizcaya
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99th Malasakit Center opens in Nueva Vizcaya

Sen. Bong Go recently attended the virtual launch of the country’s 99th Malasakit Center at the Region II Trauma and Medical Center in Bayom...
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Military spokesman Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade claimed that aside from the University of the Philippines, student recruitment for the communist rebellion is present in at least 18 schools within Metro Manila.

Full Post on Source: AFP bares communist recruitment in 18 Metro Manila schools
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AFP bares communist recruitment in 18 Metro Manila schools

Military spokesman Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade claimed that aside from the University of the Philippines, student recruitment for the communist...
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The author of the Coronavirus Unemployment Reduction Economic Stimulus in the House of Representatives has called on the Senate to immediately pass the P1.5-trillion stimulus measure to pump prime the economy amid a recession caused by the pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Senate urged to pass P1.5 trillion stimulus bill
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Senate urged to pass P1.5 trillion stimulus bill

The author of the Coronavirus Unemployment Reduction Economic Stimulus in the House of Representatives has called on the Senate to immediate...
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President Duterte wants all Huey helicopters in the Philippine Air Force’s inventory to be decommissioned due to their frequent involvement in fatal crashes.

Full Post on Source: Duterte wants all Hueys decommissioned
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Duterte wants all Hueys decommissioned

President Duterte wants all Huey helicopters in the Philippine Air Force’s inventory to be decommissioned due to their frequent involvement ...
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After three consecutive weeks of increases, oil prices will have minimal price cuts this week.

Full Post on Source: Oil prices to go down this week
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Oil prices to go down this week

After three consecutive weeks of increases, oil prices will have minimal price cuts this week. Full Post on Source: Oil prices to go down...
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The Department of Trade and Industry said yesterday it would push for a shift to the more relaxed modified general community quarantine for Metro Manila by February if the trend in COVID-19 cases improves.

Full Post on Source: DTI to push for MGCQ in Metro Manila if cases drop
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DTI to push for MGCQ in Metro Manila if cases drop

The Department of Trade and Industry said yesterday it would push for a shift to the more relaxed modified general community quarantine for ...
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Former US ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim has been named acting assistant secretary of state for East Asia and Pacific Affairs.

Full Post on Source: Biden taps Kim for Asia, Pacific office
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Biden taps Kim for Asia, Pacific office

Former US ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim has been named acting assistant secretary of state for East Asia and Pacific Affairs. Fu...
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Opening up the economy to foreign investors by amending restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution could generate 1.6 million jobs, a study by the University of the Philippines said.

Full Post on Source: ‘Economic Cha-cha to generate 1.6 million jobs’
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‘Economic Cha-cha to generate 1.6 million jobs’

Opening up the economy to foreign investors by amending restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution could generate 1.6 million ...
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The Department of Agriculture is continuously bringing vegetables to Metro Manila to stabilize the prices of basic commodities.

Full Post on Source: Vegetable prices slowly going down
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Vegetable prices slowly going down

The Department of Agriculture is continuously bringing vegetables to Metro Manila to stabilize the prices of basic commodities. Full Post...
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After the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases allowed children 10 years old and above to go out of their homes, presidential spokesman Harry Roque Jr. defended the decision, saying it would be good for a child’s “social and mental health.”

Full Post on Source: Palace defends easing of age restrictions
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Palace defends easing of age restrictions

After the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases allowed children 10 years old and above to go out of the...
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President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday night said the military, the police, and their families will be among the first to receive free coronavirus jabs from the government.

Full Post on Source: Duterte: Families of security forces will also be prioritized in gov't vaccination program
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Duterte: Families of security forces will also be prioritized in gov't vaccination program

President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday night said the military, the police, and their families will be among the first to receive free coronavi...
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The Department of Health on Saturday logged 1,797 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 511,679.

Full Post on Source: Coronavirus cases in the Philippines climb to 511,679 with 1,797 new infections
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Coronavirus cases in the Philippines climb to 511,679 with 1,797 new infections

The Department of Health on Saturday logged 1,797 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 511,679. Full Post on Source...
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It is still “premature” to say that the new coronavirus variant which was first identified in the United Kingdom is deadlier, experts affiliated with the Department of Health said Saturday, adding that there may be other factors which can cause higher death rates in countries with coronavirus outbreaks.

Full Post on Source: ‘Premature’ to say new COVID-19 variant is deadlier, experts say
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‘Premature’ to say new COVID-19 variant is deadlier, experts say

It is still “premature” to say that the new coronavirus variant which was first identified in the United Kingdom is deadlier, experts affili...
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The new coronavirus variant, B.1.1.7, which is feared to be more infectious, has been in the country over a month before the Department of Health (DOH) reported the first case of the mutated virus, but experts affiliated with DOH insist that the country was still early to detect the new variant.

Full Post on Source: New coronavirus variant in Philippines as early as December 10
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New coronavirus variant in Philippines as early as December 10

The new coronavirus variant, B.1.1.7, which is feared to be more infectious, has been in the country over a month before the Department of H...
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Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. on Friday assured that he would not compromise the country's rights to the West Philippine Sea in negotiations with China but also said the differences between the two countries should be "set aside."

Full Post on Source: No compromising claim on West Philippine Sea in vaccine talks with China — Galvez
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No compromising claim on West Philippine Sea in vaccine talks with China — Galvez

Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. on Friday assured that he would not compromise the country's rights to the West Philippine Sea in negoti...
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The girlfriend and mother of the Philippines’ first case of the new coronavirus variant feared to be more infectious tested negative for the mutated virus, the Quezon City government announced.

Full Post on Source: Girlfriend, mom of Philippines' first case of new COVID-19 variant cleared of mutation
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Girlfriend, mom of Philippines' first case of new COVID-19 variant cleared of mutation

The girlfriend and mother of the Philippines’ first case of the new coronavirus variant feared to be more infectious tested negative for the...
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Health authorities in the Philippines reported that they detected 16 more cases of the new coronavirus variant which is feared to be more infectious, with two cases of local transmission.

Full Post on Source: Philippines detects 16 more cases of new COVID-19 variant
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Philippines detects 16 more cases of new COVID-19 variant

Health authorities in the Philippines reported that they detected 16 more cases of the new coronavirus variant which is feared to be more in...
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The government wants Congress to immediately pass a law that will declare COVID-19 vaccines as state assets to ensure control over the supply of serums amid the scramble among local government units and private companies to secure doses for their constituents and workers.

Full Post on Source: Government wants vaccines declared as state assets
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Government wants vaccines declared as state assets

The government wants Congress to immediately pass a law that will declare COVID-19 vaccines as state assets to ensure control over the suppl...
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Sen. Risa Hontiveros asked the Food and Drug Administration if Pampanga Rep. Juan Miguel Arroyo, with his family-owned LTA Inc., is seeking to be a distributor of vaccines from the state-owned Sinopharm of China.

Full Post on Source: Mikey Arroyo wants to be Sinopharm distributor?
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Mikey Arroyo wants to be Sinopharm distributor?

Sen. Risa Hontiveros asked the Food and Drug Administration if Pampanga Rep. Juan Miguel Arroyo, with his family-owned LTA Inc., is seeking ...
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Experts have expressed concern over the decision of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases o relax age restrictions in areas under modified general community quarantine .

Full Post on Source: Relaxing quarantine age restrictions risky – OCTA
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Relaxing quarantine age restrictions risky – OCTA

Experts have expressed concern over the decision of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases o relax a...
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The Department of Agriculture is seeking President Duterte’s approval to impose a price ceiling on pork products to as low as P270 per kilo, as consumers continue to feel the pinch of rising food costs.

Full Post on Source: DA seeks price ceiling on pork products
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DA seeks price ceiling on pork products

The Department of Agriculture is seeking President Duterte’s approval to impose a price ceiling on pork products to as low as P270 per kilo,...
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University of the Philippines Diliman school officials announced that the campus academic oval would be closed due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases.

Full Post on Source: UP closes academic oval up to February 4
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UP closes academic oval up to February 4

University of the Philippines Diliman school officials announced that the campus academic oval would be closed due to the recent increase in...
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President Duterte had his biometrics and personal data captured for his national identification the other day in a bid to support the program and water down controversy surrounding its supply contract.

Full Post on Source: Duterte registers for national ID system
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Duterte registers for national ID system

President Duterte had his biometrics and personal data captured for his national identification the other day in a bid to support the progra...
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Ten business organizations are against making amendments to the Constitution at this time and are urging the government to focus on the continued safe economic recovery instead.

Full Post on Source: 10 business groups buck Cha-cha at this time
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10 business groups buck Cha-cha at this time

Ten business organizations are against making amendments to the Constitution at this time and are urging the government to focus on the cont...
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To boost economic activity, children as young as 10 will be allowed to go out of their houses in areas under modified general community quarantine starting Feb. 1, Malacañang said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: IATF further relaxes age restrictions in MGCQ areas
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IATF further relaxes age restrictions in MGCQ areas

To boost economic activity, children as young as 10 will be allowed to go out of their houses in areas under modified general community quar...
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Friday's tally marks the biggest daily rise in over a week or since January 13 when the DFA logged 322 new coronavirus cases.

Full Post on Source: Another 127 migrant Filipinos contract COVID-19; total now 13,760 — DFA
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2:34 AM

Another 127 migrant Filipinos contract COVID-19; total now 13,760 — DFA

Friday's tally marks the biggest daily rise in over a week or since January 13 when the DFA logged 322 new coronavirus cases. Full Po...
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Guevarra said: “I would like to assure the people that the DOJ is committed to administer our criminal justice system as fairly and equitably as possible.”

Full Post on Source: Amid criticism on Pimentel's clearance, Guevarra says DOJ committed to administer justice fairly
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Amid criticism on Pimentel's clearance, Guevarra says DOJ committed to administer justice fairly

Guevarra said: “I would like to assure the people that the DOJ is committed to administer our criminal justice system as fairly and equitabl...
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Belgium-based firm Janssen Pharmaceutica and Chinese drugmakers Sinovac Biotech and Clover Biopharmaceuticals have secured approval from the country's Food and Drug Administration to conduct clinical trials of their COVID-19 shots in the country.

Full Post on Source: Where clinical trials are planned for the Janssen, Sinovac and Clover vaccines
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Where clinical trials are planned for the Janssen, Sinovac and Clover vaccines

Belgium-based firm Janssen Pharmaceutica and Chinese drugmakers Sinovac Biotech and Clover Biopharmaceuticals have secured approval from the...
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Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Friday said he will do everything he can to persuade President Rodrigo Duterte to receive his coronavirus jab in public to boost people's confidence in vaccines following news that the chief executive plans to be inoculated in private.

Full Post on Source: We'll 'try our best' to convince Duterte to be vaccinated in public — Duque
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We'll 'try our best' to convince Duterte to be vaccinated in public — Duque

Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Friday said he will do everything he can to persuade President Rodrigo Duterte to receive his corona...
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The number of active cases in the country currently stands at 32,031 or 6.3% of the total.

Full Post on Source: 2,178 new COVID-19 infections bring Philippines tally to nearly 510,000
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2,178 new COVID-19 infections bring Philippines tally to nearly 510,000

The number of active cases in the country currently stands at 32,031 or 6.3% of the total. Full Post on Source: 2,178 new COVID-19 infect...
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The government’s coronavirus task force has eased travel restrictions for some foreign nationals amid the threat of the new and more transmissible coronavirus variant.

Full Post on Source: IATF eases travel restriction for some foreigners
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IATF eases travel restriction for some foreigners

The government’s coronavirus task force has eased travel restrictions for some foreign nationals amid the threat of the new and more transmi...
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A former adviser to the COVID-19 task force questioned its decision to ease age-based restrictions in some areas on account of the economy, calling such logic counterintuitive.

Full Post on Source: Will it actually help the economy? Leachon says ‘very risky’ to allow minors to go out
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Will it actually help the economy? Leachon says ‘very risky’ to allow minors to go out

A former adviser to the COVID-19 task force questioned its decision to ease age-based restrictions in some areas on account of the economy, ...
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The index case, a 29-year-old real estate agent, arrived in the Philippines on January 7 from a business trip in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Full Post on Source: Filipino with new variant now negative for COVID-19; monitoring to continue
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Filipino with new variant now negative for COVID-19; monitoring to continue

The index case, a 29-year-old real estate agent, arrived in the Philippines on January 7 from a business trip in Dubai, United Arab Emirates...
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The Department of Health has sought the help of the National Bureau of Investigation in locating two persons who had contact with the man that tested positive on the new and more infectious coronavirus variant.

Full Post on Source: NBI help sought in locating two fellow passengers of Filipino with new COVID-19 variant
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NBI help sought in locating two fellow passengers of Filipino with new COVID-19 variant

The Department of Health has sought the help of the National Bureau of Investigation in locating two persons who had contact with the man th...
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The government’s coronavirus task force has approved the conduct of licensure exams from January to March 2021, presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said Friday.

Full Post on Source: IATF allows conduct of licensure exams from January to March 2021
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IATF allows conduct of licensure exams from January to March 2021

The government’s coronavirus task force has approved the conduct of licensure exams from January to March 2021, presidential spokesperson Ha...
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Travelers arriving from jurisdictions covered by travel restrictions will be tested once they arrive in the Philippines. They will be quarantined until they receive the result of a second COVID-19 test that they will take on the fifth day after their arrival.

Full Post on Source: IATF OKs second COVID-19 test for travelers from countries with new variant
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IATF OKs second COVID-19 test for travelers from countries with new variant

Travelers arriving from jurisdictions covered by travel restrictions will be tested once they arrive in the Philippines. They will be quaran...
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The Senate Committee of the Whole will resume its probe on the government's inoculation program against COVID-19 Friday amid heightened tension between senators and Cabinet officials over the procurement of a Chinese-made vaccine.

Full Post on Source: LIVE: Senate hearing on COVID-19 vaccination program — Day 3
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LIVE: Senate hearing on COVID-19 vaccination program — Day 3

The Senate Committee of the Whole will resume its probe on the government's inoculation program against COVID-19 Friday amid heightened ...
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To emphasize that the stakes are high and the issue is an urgent one for all, Sarmiento calls the phenomenon exactly what it is: a climate crisis or a climate emergency. 

Full Post on Source: As cycling booms, farmer tours Mindoro to teach communities about climate crisis
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As cycling booms, farmer tours Mindoro to teach communities about climate crisis

To emphasize that the stakes are high and the issue is an urgent one for all, Sarmiento calls the phenomenon exactly what it is: a climate c...
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Local government units are enjoined to adopt the same relaxation of age restrictions for areas under general community quarantine.

Full Post on Source: 10-year-olds and up allowed to go out in MGCQ areas in February
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10-year-olds and up allowed to go out in MGCQ areas in February

Local government units are enjoined to adopt the same relaxation of age restrictions for areas under general community quarantine. Full P...
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"Narrowly tailoring regulation to allow the fullest articulation of speech while allowing the protection of compelling state interest is a balanced standard that we all can be guided with to bring out what is common interest to all, and not on those where we differ," De Vera said.

Full Post on Source: CHED panel to define academic freedom, security sector role in campus life
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CHED panel to define academic freedom, security sector role in campus life

"Narrowly tailoring regulation to allow the fullest articulation of speech while allowing the protection of compelling state interest i...
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From its war on drugs, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has a new battle to fight, this time against illegal logging.

Full Post on Source: PNP ordered to run after illegal loggers
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PNP ordered to run after illegal loggers

From its war on drugs, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has a new battle to fight, this time against illegal logging. Full Post on So...
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The Department of Agriculture has allocated P10 million to immediately augment pork supply in Metro Manila and ease the burden of consumers suffering from sky-high costs of food items.

Full Post on Source: P10 million allotted to augment pork supply
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P10 million allotted to augment pork supply

The Department of Agriculture has allocated P10 million to immediately augment pork supply in Metro Manila and ease the burden of consumers ...
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Malacañang expressed concern over the increase in the number of active COVID cases in the country after swab results of those infected during the Christmas holidays started to trickle in.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 case spike? IATF studying next classifications
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COVID-19 case spike? IATF studying next classifications

Malacañang expressed concern over the increase in the number of active COVID cases in the country after swab results of those infected durin...
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Malacañang is confident that the Philippines and the United States’ diplomatic relations will be strengthened further during the term of President Joe Biden.

Full Post on Source: Palace looks forward to continuing partnership with US
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Palace looks forward to continuing partnership with US

Malacañang is confident that the Philippines and the United States’ diplomatic relations will be strengthened further during the term of Pre...
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The Department of Health is considering a second swab test for all travelers arriving from abroad after more close contacts of the country’s first case of COVID-19 UK variant tested positive for the mutation.

Full Post on Source: DOH eyes new protocols for arriving travellers
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DOH eyes new protocols for arriving travellers

The Department of Health is considering a second swab test for all travelers arriving from abroad after more close contacts of the country’s...
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India’s Bharat Biotech has applied for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, the Food and Drug Administration reported yesterday.

Full Post on Source: India’s Bharat firm applies for Philippines EUA
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India’s Bharat firm applies for Philippines EUA

India’s Bharat Biotech has applied for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, the Food and Drug Administration reported yeste...
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State forces will monitor the activities of organizations inside the University of the Philippines following the abrogation of the 1989 accord between UP and the Department of National Defense, according to a military official.

Full Post on Source: AFP to monitor UP groups for ‘terroristic’ activities
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AFP to monitor UP groups for ‘terroristic’ activities

State forces will monitor the activities of organizations inside the University of the Philippines following the abrogation of the 1989 acco...
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The foreign affairs department on Thursday reported nine more Filipinos abroad contracting the coronavirus, bringing the total to 13,633.

Full Post on Source: DFA: 9 more Filipinos abroad sick with COVID-19
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DFA: 9 more Filipinos abroad sick with COVID-19

The foreign affairs department on Thursday reported nine more Filipinos abroad contracting the coronavirus, bringing the total to 13,633. ...
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A late 2020 survey has found that 69% of Filipino families were reached last year by government's financial aid over the course of the pandemic, but such result showed that there had been no increase in recipients since July.

Full Post on Source: SWS: Gov't cash aid recipients barely increased in November
bySator Tenet
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SWS: Gov't cash aid recipients barely increased in November

A late 2020 survey has found that 69% of Filipino families were reached last year by government's financial aid over the course of the p...
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Nearly three years since the country's police force got millions in funding for body cameras from calls for transparency in its operations, the fulfillment of the project remains unclear to date.

Full Post on Source: Whatever happened to: Body cameras for the Philippine National Police
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Whatever happened to: Body cameras for the Philippine National Police

Nearly three years since the country's police force got millions in funding for body cameras from calls for transparency in its operatio...
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Amid record hunger and the rising cost of commodities, the Senate will conduct hearings to determine the interventions needed to stabilize and lower food prices, Sen. Francis Pangilinan said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: Senate to launch inquiry into rising food prices
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Senate to launch inquiry into rising food prices

Amid record hunger and the rising cost of commodities, the Senate will conduct hearings to determine the interventions needed to stabilize a...
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The PET said that Solicitor General Jose Calida’s assertion that it filed the motion for inhibition as People’s Tribune should be reviewed as this is a status “not to be hoisted wantonly in big ticket cases involving private parties.”

Full Post on Source: SC tells Calida: 'People’s Tribune' status not to be 'hoisted wantonly' in private suits
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SC tells Calida: 'People’s Tribune' status not to be 'hoisted wantonly' in private suits

The PET said that Solicitor General Jose Calida’s assertion that it filed the motion for inhibition as People’s Tribune should be reviewed a...
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Vergeire said the spike could be attributed to activities done during the holidays.

Full Post on Source: DOH sees rise in COVID-19 cases outside Metro Manila
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DOH sees rise in COVID-19 cases outside Metro Manila

Vergeire said the spike could be attributed to activities done during the holidays. Full Post on Source: DOH sees rise in COVID-19 cases ...
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A representative from China's Sinovac Biotech must be present to field questions about its vaccine during the next Senate hearing on the national inoculation program, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said.

Full Post on Source: Sinovac told to send representative to Senate hearing, address public’s concerns
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Sinovac told to send representative to Senate hearing, address public’s concerns

A representative from China's Sinovac Biotech must be present to field questions about its vaccine during the next Senate hearing on the...
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Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. on Thursday rejected a call for him to resign over allegations that the administration's highly questioned bid to procure China's Sinovac is overpriced.

Full Post on Source: Amid quit call, Galvez stresses efforts to bring vaccine prices down
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12:34 AM

Amid quit call, Galvez stresses efforts to bring vaccine prices down

Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. on Thursday rejected a call for him to resign over allegations that the administration's highly question...
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Of the total confirmed cases, 30,126 or 5.9% are active cases.

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,783 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 507,717
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Philippines logs 1,783 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 507,717

Of the total confirmed cases, 30,126 or 5.9% are active cases. Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,783 new COVID-19 cases as total hi...
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Bharat Biotech, which partnered with the Indian Council of Medical Research and National Institute of Virology to develop Covaxin, was the fourth pharmaceutical firm to apply for EUA in the country.

Full Post on Source: Indian firm seeks emergency use approval for COVID-19 vaccine in Philippines
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Indian firm seeks emergency use approval for COVID-19 vaccine in Philippines

Bharat Biotech, which partnered with the Indian Council of Medical Research and National Institute of Virology to develop Covaxin, was the f...
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