Philippine General Hospital Gerardo “Gap” Legaspi was the first person to receive CoronaVac, the vaccine developed by China’s Sinovac Biotech in a “symbolic” vaccination activity Monday.

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Who are the first Filipinos to get authorized COVID-19 jabs?

Philippine General Hospital Gerardo “Gap” Legaspi was the first person to receive CoronaVac, the vaccine developed by China’s Sinovac Biotec...
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Three magistrates of the Supreme Court are vying to become the next chief justice.

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Three SC magistrates vying for chief justice spot

Three magistrates of the Supreme Court are vying to become the next chief justice. Full Post on Source: Three SC magistrates vying for ch...
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"To better prepare against public health emergencies, we need to embark on two essential initiatives: health modernization and institutional reforms," Rep. Helen Tan (Quezon) said.

Full Post on Source: House panel OKs bill creating Philippine Centers for Disease Prevention and Control
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House panel OKs bill creating Philippine Centers for Disease Prevention and Control

"To better prepare against public health emergencies, we need to embark on two essential initiatives: health modernization and institut...
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But FDA Director General Eric Domingo said he has not seen any application as of Friday.

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Palace says Sinopharm files EUA for COVID-19 jab but FDA has no info yet

But FDA Director General Eric Domingo said he has not seen any application as of Friday. Full Post on Source: Palace says Sinopharm files...
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"Played in court, the footage is evidence hard to refute. It will also ensure that SOP is followed during operations. And it cuts both ways. It protects citizens from abuse, and the police from unfounded charges of abuse," Recto said.

Full Post on Source: PNP-PDEA shootout should speed up implementation of bodycams, dashcams in PNP, lawmaker says
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PNP-PDEA shootout should speed up implementation of bodycams, dashcams in PNP, lawmaker says

"Played in court, the footage is evidence hard to refute. It will also ensure that SOP is followed during operations. And it cuts both ...
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The rollout came just a day after the country received 600,000 doses of the Sinovac jab—a donation from the Chinese government.

Full Post on Source: Philippines starts COVID-19 vaccination campaign
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Philippines starts COVID-19 vaccination campaign

The rollout came just a day after the country received 600,000 doses of the Sinovac jab—a donation from the Chinese government. Full Post...
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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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It’s high time that the country’s 34-year-old virtual and clearly implied “no trespassing” sign to foreign investors is removed, so that the economy can flourish and the exodus of Filipinos seeking greener pastures abroad can be stopped, according to a member of the House of Representatives.

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Lawmaker: Take down ‘no trespassing’ sign to foreign investors

It’s high time that the country’s 34-year-old virtual and clearly implied “no trespassing” sign to foreign investors is removed, so that the...
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Abandoning or neglecting the elderly and persons with disabilities may soon become punishable by law after a bill was filed in the House of Representatives penalizing persons found to have abused that sector of society.

Full Post on Source: Care for elderly, PWDs may soon become law
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Care for elderly, PWDs may soon become law

Abandoning or neglecting the elderly and persons with disabilities may soon become punishable by law after a bill was filed in the House of ...
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President Duterte yesterday threatened to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement immediately if he finds “hard information” that the United States has stored nuclear weapons in the Philippines.

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Duterte may terminate VFA over nuke weapons

President Duterte yesterday threatened to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement immediately if he finds “hard information” that the United...
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Foreigners who are holders of valid visas, but whose reentry permits have expired, will now be allowed to enter the Philippines after paying the required fees at the airport, Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente yesterday said.

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Foreigners can get reentry permits at airport

Foreigners who are holders of valid visas, but whose reentry permits have expired, will now be allowed to enter the Philippines after paying...
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Apart from COVID-19 vaccines from China and the United Kingdom, the Philippines also expects to receive shots from United States-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology firm Moderna in the first half of the year, Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. confirmed over the weekend.

Full Post on Source: 20 million Moderna shots arriving in 1st half – Locsin
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20 million Moderna shots arriving in 1st half – Locsin

Apart from COVID-19 vaccines from China and the United Kingdom, the Philippines also expects to receive shots from United States-based pharm...
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Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio is not seeking the presidency in 2022 because she wants to focus on her family, her father President Duterte said yesterday.

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Sara won’t seek presidency in 2022 – Duterte

Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio is not seeking the presidency in 2022 because she wants to focus on her family, her father President Du...
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The government may need to adjust its policies to prevent a repeat of the shootout between Philippine National Police and Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency operatives in Quezon City last week, Sen. Panfilo Lacson said yesterday.

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Policy change urged to prevent another PNP-PDEA shootout

The government may need to adjust its policies to prevent a repeat of the shootout between Philippine National Police and Philippine Drug En...
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Vice President Leni Robredo opposed yesterday the decision of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases to remove mandatory swab tests and quarantine as travel requirements.

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Rodredo rejects removal of swab test, quarantine as travel requirement

Vice President Leni Robredo opposed yesterday the decision of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases...
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Two Philippine beaches entered the ranks of a travel website’s list of top 25 beaches in Asia.

Full Post on Source: Boracay, El Nido beaches among Asia’s top 25 – TripAdvisor
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Boracay, El Nido beaches among Asia’s top 25 – TripAdvisor

Two Philippine beaches entered the ranks of a travel website’s list of top 25 beaches in Asia. Full Post on Source: Boracay, El Nido beac...
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Due to lack of supply, the arrival of AstraZeneca vaccines coming from the COVAX Facility of the World Health Organization will be delayed for a week, Health Secretary Francisco Duque reported yesterday.

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No AstraZeneca delivery today

Due to lack of supply, the arrival of AstraZeneca vaccines coming from the COVAX Facility of the World Health Organization will be delayed f...
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President Rodrigo Duterte is looking to visit Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing sometime this year to thank him for the donated Sinovac vaccines.

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Duterte says to travel to China to thank Xi for vaccines

President Rodrigo Duterte is looking to visit Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing sometime this year to thank him for the donated Sinova...
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"We were told that PNP chief Sinas sent for her. Not even her lawyers and friends were not informed. We went here to ensure her safety," the lawmaker said in Filipino. 

Full Post on Source: 'Lumad school volunteer moved from detention without knowledge of counsel, family'
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'Lumad school volunteer moved from detention without knowledge of counsel, family'

"We were told that PNP chief Sinas sent for her. Not even her lawyers and friends were not informed. We went here to ensure her safety,...
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Doses of China's Sinovac landed in Manila on Sunday in a significant step towards the government's vaccination efforts, which have been delayed for weeks.

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Donated Sinovac doses arrive in the Philippines

Doses of China's Sinovac landed in Manila on Sunday in a significant step towards the government's vaccination efforts, which have b...
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It has been 348 days since the first enhanced community quarantine status was raised in some parts of Luzon. The Philippines is still under the world's longest quarantine. 

Full Post on Source: DOH records 2,113 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines
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DOH records 2,113 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines

It has been 348 days since the first enhanced community quarantine status was raised in some parts of Luzon. The Philippines is still under ...
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Government should focus on improving nurses' working conditions at home to keep them from leaving instead of dangling them in exchange for vaccines, Vice President Leni Robredo said Sunday.

Full Post on Source: VP on 'nurse for vaccines' proposal: Improve local working conditions instead
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VP on 'nurse for vaccines' proposal: Improve local working conditions instead

Government should focus on improving nurses' working conditions at home to keep them from leaving instead of dangling them in exchange f...
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"We have to be honest with ourselves. The drug war really failed. Almost nothing changed with the illegal drugs situation. It's still chronic. If it succeeded, then there should be a significant dent on the drug syndicates," he said in Filipino. 

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Failure to vet info, informant may have led to PNP-PDEA shootout — Lacson

"We have to be honest with ourselves. The drug war really failed. Almost nothing changed with the illegal drugs situation. It's sti...
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Existing data shows that the Sinovac jabs donated to the country by the Chinese government have not yet undergone Phase 3 clinical trials.

Full Post on Source: Cabinet officials to get Sinovac jabs to boost public confidence, senator says
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Cabinet officials to get Sinovac jabs to boost public confidence, senator says

Existing data shows that the Sinovac jabs donated to the country by the Chinese government have not yet undergone Phase 3 clinical trials. ...
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Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday backed calls form medical groups for further studies on Sinovac vaccines before they are administered amid doubts about the jabs that are set to arrive Sunday.

Full Post on Source: Robredo backs doctors' calls for HTAC assessment of Sinovac jabs
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Robredo backs doctors' calls for HTAC assessment of Sinovac jabs

Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday backed calls form medical groups for further studies on Sinovac vaccines before they are administered ...
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Motorists should brace for another round of fuel price hikes as oil companies are raising pump prices again this week, Unioil Philippines forecasted.

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Fuel prices to go up this week

Motorists should brace for another round of fuel price hikes as oil companies are raising pump prices again this week, Unioil Philippines fo...
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The Filipino faithful should “storm the heavens with fervent prayers” this Holy Week to end the COVID-19 pandemic, Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Charles John Brown urged.

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Nuncio: Storm the heavens with prayers this Lent

The Filipino faithful should “storm the heavens with fervent prayers” this Holy Week to end the COVID-19 pandemic, Apostolic Nuncio to the P...
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A member of the Department of Health’s Technical Advisory Group has appealed to the public to trust health experts on the safety of COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Trust doctors on safety of COVID-19 vaccines – DOH
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Trust doctors on safety of COVID-19 vaccines – DOH

A member of the Department of Health’s Technical Advisory Group has appealed to the public to trust health experts on the safety of COVID-19...
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The coastguardsman hailed as a hero for directing 62 passengers of a sinking ferry to safety in 2019 now works to save hundreds of lives as a medical frontliner at the Philippine Arena Quarantine Facility.

Full Post on Source: PCG hero now a medical frontliner
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PCG hero now a medical frontliner

The coastguardsman hailed as a hero for directing 62 passengers of a sinking ferry to safety in 2019 now works to save hundreds of lives as ...
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Some 400,000 tourism industry workers who were displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic may still avail of the one-time cash assistance from the Department of Labor and Employment.

Full Post on Source: Tourism workers can still avail of cash aid – DOLE
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Tourism workers can still avail of cash aid – DOLE

Some 400,000 tourism industry workers who were displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic may still avail of the one-time cash assistance from the D...
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President Duterte has signed the law that secures benefits for over 3 million mostly impoverished coconut farmers and their families through a P75-billion trust fund created also to develop a flourishing coconut industry.

Full Post on Source: Duterte signs coconut trust fund bill into law
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Duterte signs coconut trust fund bill into law

President Duterte has signed the law that secures benefits for over 3 million mostly impoverished coconut farmers and their families through...
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A Philippine pharmaceutical firm that provides low-cost vaccines announced a plan to establish the first COVID-19 vaccine plant in the country.

Full Post on Source: Local firm eyes first COVID-19 vaccine plant in Philippines
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Local firm eyes first COVID-19 vaccine plant in Philippines

A Philippine pharmaceutical firm that provides low-cost vaccines announced a plan to establish the first COVID-19 vaccine plant in the count...
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President Duterte does not want to open schools for face-to-face classes this academic year amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Sen. Bong Go said yesterday.

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Face-to-face classes? Not this school year

President Duterte does not want to open schools for face-to-face classes this academic year amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Sen. Bong Go said ye...
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There will be no more mandatory swab tests and quarantine for travel within the country, the government’s pandemic task force said in a resolution last Friday.

Full Post on Source: IATF approves uniform protocols for local travel
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IATF approves uniform protocols for local travel

There will be no more mandatory swab tests and quarantine for travel within the country, the government’s pandemic task force said in a reso...
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Metro Manila, some areas in the Cordillera Autonomous Region and five other cities and provinces will remain under general community quarantine for the whole month of March, as the country awaits the arrival of vaccines for COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: Another month of GCQ for NCR, other areas
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Another month of GCQ for NCR, other areas

Metro Manila, some areas in the Cordillera Autonomous Region and five other cities and provinces will remain under general community quarant...
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The Philippines is set to receive on Monday its first doses of British-Swedish drugmaker’s AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine developed with the University of Oxford, Malacañang confirmed to Philstar.com.

Full Post on Source: Philippines to get first doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on Monday
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Philippines to get first doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on Monday

The Philippines is set to receive on Monday its first doses of British-Swedish drugmaker’s AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine developed with the...
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"The DOT deems the simplification of requirements as vital in encouraging domestic travel and helping in the speedy recovery of Philippine tourism."

Full Post on Source: DOT: Simplified travel requirements to boost Philippine tourism revival
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DOT: Simplified travel requirements to boost Philippine tourism revival

"The DOT deems the simplification of requirements as vital in encouraging domestic travel and helping in the speedy recovery of Philipp...
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(Updated 4:17 p.m.) The Department of Health reported Saturday 2,921 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases of the infectious respiratory disease to 574,247.

Full Post on Source: New COVID-19 cases in the Philippines again reach 4-month high
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New COVID-19 cases in the Philippines again reach 4-month high

(Updated 4:17 p.m.) The Department of Health reported Saturday 2,921 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases of the infectiou...
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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has recorded more volcanic quakes in the past 24 hours.

Full Post on Source: Phivolcs records more quakes at Taal Volcano as activity remains ‘abnormal’
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Phivolcs records more quakes at Taal Volcano as activity remains ‘abnormal’

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has recorded more volcanic quakes in the past 24 hours. Full Post on Source: Phivo...
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Doctors from the Philippine General Hospital are calling for further assessment of the coronavirus vaccine manufactured by China’s Sinovac Biotech Ltd. before it is given to healthcare workers.

Full Post on Source: PGH doctors want further assessment of Sinovac vaccine before being administered
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PGH doctors want further assessment of Sinovac vaccine before being administered

Doctors from the Philippine General Hospital are calling for further assessment of the coronavirus vaccine manufactured by China’s Sinovac B...
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The government’s pandemic task force has eased travel requirements in adopting uniform rules for travelers.

Full Post on Source: IATF eases travel requirements
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IATF eases travel requirements

The government’s pandemic task force has eased travel requirements in adopting uniform rules for travelers. Full Post on Source: IATF eas...
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Metro Manila will be spending another month under general community quarantine along with eight other areas, Malacañang announced.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila, 9 other areas under GCQ for March
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Metro Manila, 9 other areas under GCQ for March

Metro Manila will be spending another month under general community quarantine along with eight other areas, Malacañang announced. Full P...
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Metro Manila will be spending another month under general community quarantine along with eight other areas, Malacañang announced.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila, 8 other areas under GCQ for March
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Metro Manila, 8 other areas under GCQ for March

Metro Manila will be spending another month under general community quarantine along with eight other areas, Malacañang announced. Full P...
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The House of Representatives aims to pass the measure seeking to amend restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution by March 24, a leader of the chamber said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: House eyes passage of econ Cha-cha next month
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House eyes passage of econ Cha-cha next month

The House of Representatives aims to pass the measure seeking to amend restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution by March 24,...
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Fourteen priority measures, including those in support of economic recovery from the pandemic, will be prioritized for passage before the end of the Duterte administration, Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Government eyes 14 key measures before Duterte’s term ends
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Government eyes 14 key measures before Duterte’s term ends

Fourteen priority measures, including those in support of economic recovery from the pandemic, will be prioritized for passage before the en...
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The Philippine and Australia have reaffirmed their commitment to continue defense cooperation between them, believing that territorial issues and concerns in the Indo-Pacific region including the West Philippine Sea must not be about power and competition.

Full Post on Source: Philippines, Australia affirm defense cooperation
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Philippines, Australia affirm defense cooperation

The Philippine and Australia have reaffirmed their commitment to continue defense cooperation between them, believing that territorial issue...
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President Duterte signed into law last night the bill that sets up a government indemnity fund of at least P500 million for those who may be adversely affected by the vaccination, a requirement urgently needed to allow the release of COVID-19 vaccines to the Philippines.

Full Post on Source: Duterte signs vaccine indemnity law
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Duterte signs vaccine indemnity law

President Duterte signed into law last night the bill that sets up a government indemnity fund of at least P500 million for those who may be...
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Saying they deserved “only the best,” health workers of the Philippine General Hospital yesterday staged a protest to demand free, safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: PGH health workers picket vs Sinovac vaccine
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PGH health workers picket vs Sinovac vaccine

Saying they deserved “only the best,” health workers of the Philippine General Hospital yesterday staged a protest to demand free, safe and ...
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President Duterte has amended the list of holidays for 2021, declaring fewer non-working days to spur economic recovery.

Full Post on Source: Duterte lessens non-working days for 2021
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Duterte lessens non-working days for 2021

President Duterte has amended the list of holidays for 2021, declaring fewer non-working days to spur economic recovery. Full Post on Sou...
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The Philippine embassy in Washington advised yesterday Filipinos in the United States to exercise “utmost caution” due to rising incidents of hate crimes against Asians in the country.

Full Post on Source: Pinoys in US cautioned on attacks vs Asians
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Pinoys in US cautioned on attacks vs Asians

The Philippine embassy in Washington advised yesterday Filipinos in the United States to exercise “utmost caution” due to rising incidents o...
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An international rights organization dared the Philippine government to let international probers look at drug war killings in the country after Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra admitted to the United Nations that authorities failed to follow protocols in drug cases.

Full Post on Source: Human rights watchdog to Philippines: Let in international probers
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Human rights watchdog to Philippines: Let in international probers

An international rights organization dared the Philippine government to let international probers look at drug war killings in the country a...
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The mandatory vaccination of soldiers is legal and not a violation of the Constitution, senators said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Mandatory jabs for troops legal – senators
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Mandatory jabs for troops legal – senators

The mandatory vaccination of soldiers is legal and not a violation of the Constitution, senators said yesterday. Full Post on Source: Man...
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Efforts to acquire COVID-19 vaccines from India have hit a snag after Indian authorities placed under lockdown an area where Philippine officials would have gone to negotiate for faster delivery of the vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Procurement of Indian vaccine hits snag
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Procurement of Indian vaccine hits snag

Efforts to acquire COVID-19 vaccines from India have hit a snag after Indian authorities placed under lockdown an area where Philippine offi...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the National Bureau of Investigation to be the sole body to investigate the shootout between members of the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency which left four dead.

Full Post on Source: Duterte orders NBI to solely probe PNP-PDEA shootout
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Duterte orders NBI to solely probe PNP-PDEA shootout

President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the National Bureau of Investigation to be the sole body to investigate the shootout between members o...
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Latest data from the DOH showed that the number of active cases in the country stands at 34,498 or 6% of the total.

Full Post on Source: Philippines reports 2,651 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 4 months
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Philippines reports 2,651 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 4 months

Latest data from the DOH showed that the number of active cases in the country stands at 34,498 or 6% of the total. Full Post on Source: ...
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In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said members of the NITAG and the department’s Technical Advisory Group have concluded that the Sinovac vaccine known as CoronaVac is safe and will be “beneficial” to medical frontliners.

Full Post on Source: National experts recommend use of Sinovac jab for health workers
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National experts recommend use of Sinovac jab for health workers

In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said members of the NITAG and the department’s Technical Advisory Group have con...
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A House panel is set to investigate the shootout between members of the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency on Monday.

Full Post on Source: House panel set to probe deadly PNP-PDEA shootout on March 1
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House panel set to probe deadly PNP-PDEA shootout on March 1

A House panel is set to investigate the shootout between members of the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agenc...
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While all troops are required to get vaccinated against COVID-19, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said Friday that they can choose not to get the Sinovac shots allocated for them, but they would have to pay.

Full Post on Source: AFP: Troops can refuse Sinovac, but would have to pay
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AFP: Troops can refuse Sinovac, but would have to pay

While all troops are required to get vaccinated against COVID-19, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said Friday that they can choose not t...
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In a statement, the embassy said it notes “with concern” the rising number of attacks against Asian Americans.

Full Post on Source: Filipinos in US advised to exercise caution as hate crimes vs Asians rise
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Filipinos in US advised to exercise caution as hate crimes vs Asians rise

In a statement, the embassy said it notes “with concern” the rising number of attacks against Asian Americans. Full Post on Source: Filip...
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The power rate in the Manila Electric Co. franchise is expected to go down next month mainly due to the refund ordered by the Energy Regulatory Commission.

Full Post on Source: Lower power rates seen next month
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Lower power rates seen next month

The power rate in the Manila Electric Co. franchise is expected to go down next month mainly due to the refund ordered by the Energy Regulat...
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Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. clarified yesterday that the Philippines was not bartering Filipino health care workers for COVID-19 vaccines with the United Kingdom or Germany.

Full Post on Source: Locsin: No one asked for ‘nurse for vaccines’ trade
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Locsin: No one asked for ‘nurse for vaccines’ trade

Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. clarified yesterday that the Philippines was not bartering Filipino health care workers for COV...
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After securing emergency use authorization, China’s Sinovac jab needs to undergo technical assessment and evaluation prior to vaccination, according to the Healthcare Professionals Alliance Against COVID-19.

Full Post on Source: Health technology assessment sought for Sinovac
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Health technology assessment sought for Sinovac

After securing emergency use authorization, China’s Sinovac jab needs to undergo technical assessment and evaluation prior to vaccination, a...
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The Land Transportation Office has issued an order stopping the private motor vehicle inspection system or MVIS as a requirement for car registration.

Full Post on Source: LTO issues order stopping MVIS for registration
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LTO issues order stopping MVIS for registration

The Land Transportation Office has issued an order stopping the private motor vehicle inspection system or MVIS as a requirement for car reg...
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Some 600,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines developed by Sinovac of China will arrive on Sunday, the Chinese embassy announced yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Sinovac jabs arriving Sunday
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Sinovac jabs arriving Sunday

Some 600,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines developed by Sinovac of China will arrive on Sunday, the Chinese embassy announced yesterday. Ful...
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It’s now the public pulse that will guide President Duterte in deciding what to do next with the Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States.

Full Post on Source: Duterte wants people’s opinion on VFA abrogation
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Duterte wants people’s opinion on VFA abrogation

It’s now the public pulse that will guide President Duterte in deciding what to do next with the Visiting Forces Agreement with the United S...
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The Department of Agriculture is open to raising the price ceiling of pork products, as it studies suggestions from the pork sector.

Full Post on Source: DA open to higher pork price ceiling
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DA open to higher pork price ceiling

The Department of Agriculture is open to raising the price ceiling of pork products, as it studies suggestions from the pork sector. Full...
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Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra has informed the United Nations Human Rights Council that standard protocol was not followed in many anti-narcotics operations where there had been deaths.

Full Post on Source: Guevarra to UN: Drug ops protocol not followed
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Guevarra to UN: Drug ops protocol not followed

Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra has informed the United Nations Human Rights Council that standard protocol was not followed in many anti...
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Vice President Leni Robredo urged Filipinos yesterday to unite and work together amid constant threats to democracy which the country fought for in 1986.

Full Post on Source: Robredo on people power: Democracy under constant threat
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Robredo on people power: Democracy under constant threat

Vice President Leni Robredo urged Filipinos yesterday to unite and work together amid constant threats to democracy which the country fought...
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The Philippine National Police has launched a joint investigation by its Board of Inquiry together with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency as both the PDEA and the Quezon City Police District claimed a legitimate operation that ended in a shootout lasting more than an hour that left four dead two QCPD members, one PDEA operative and an informant.

Full Post on Source: QCPD-PDEA shootout: Joint probe launched
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QCPD-PDEA shootout: Joint probe launched

The Philippine National Police has launched a joint investigation by its Board of Inquiry together with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agen...
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"We are facing the possibility that some policemen need to be accountable before the law," Roque said.

Full Post on Source: Guevarra report to UN rights body shows Philippine legal system working — Palace
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Guevarra report to UN rights body shows Philippine legal system working — Palace

"We are facing the possibility that some policemen need to be accountable before the law," Roque said. Full Post on Source: Gue...
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"Because a sell-bust, initially, is really prohibited. All cases, especially if it's an instigated one, that's not allowed, especially when it comes to drugs. So that's the angle we're looking at; who has liability between the two groups," he said. 

Full Post on Source: PDEA and PNP scrap 'misencounter' tag on Commonwealth shootout, will wait for probe findings
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PDEA and PNP scrap 'misencounter' tag on Commonwealth shootout, will wait for probe findings

"Because a sell-bust, initially, is really prohibited. All cases, especially if it's an instigated one, that's not allowed, esp...
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"I want the narratives to come up. Not necessarily from the — well, of course, they count very much but it won't be limited to Congress. Ordinary people can have their say," Duterte said.

Full Post on Source: Duterte says to listen to public sentiment on keeping or scrapping VFA
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Duterte says to listen to public sentiment on keeping or scrapping VFA

"I want the narratives to come up. Not necessarily from the — well, of course, they count very much but it won't be limited to Cong...
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The Commission on Human Rights has called for improved conditions in detention centers for juvenile offenders, after an outbreak of the coronavirus was declared in a Davao City facility that led to minors being infected.

Full Post on Source: CHR seeks better facilities for juvenile offenders after COVID-19 outbreak
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CHR seeks better facilities for juvenile offenders after COVID-19 outbreak

The Commission on Human Rights has called for improved conditions in detention centers for juvenile offenders, after an outbreak of the coro...
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Active cases represent 5.7% or 32,437 of the country’s confirmed cases.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 568,680 with over 2,000 new infections
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 568,680 with over 2,000 new infections

Active cases represent 5.7% or 32,437 of the country’s confirmed cases. Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 568,68...
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"The reality is impunity and escalating human rights abuses, a determined affront to the efforts of the UN Human Rights Council and the whole international community."

Full Post on Source: Admission of police breaches in 'drug war' met with cautious optimism
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Admission of police breaches in 'drug war' met with cautious optimism

"The reality is impunity and escalating human rights abuses, a determined affront to the efforts of the UN Human Rights Council and the...
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Doses of China's Sinovac will arrive in the Philippines on the last day of February, Malacañang said Thursday, making it the first COVID-19 vaccine to reach the country.

Full Post on Source: Sinovac doses seen to arrive in the Philippines on February 28
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Sinovac doses seen to arrive in the Philippines on February 28

Doses of China's Sinovac will arrive in the Philippines on the last day of February, Malacañang said Thursday, making it the first COVID...
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In a statement Thursday, Daguimol, a lawyer, said he has “deemed it proper” to withdraw his signature from the controversial resolution.

Full Post on Source: CHR-Cordillera official withdraws from resolution for 'tokhang' vs leftists
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CHR-Cordillera official withdraws from resolution for 'tokhang' vs leftists

In a statement Thursday, Daguimol, a lawyer, said he has “deemed it proper” to withdraw his signature from the controversial resolution. ...
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The former military general said only 5.1 million of the 161 million doses expected this year will arrive in the country in the first quarter. The bulk of the doses will only come in the second half.

Full Post on Source: Philippines in talks to pay more for early delivery of COVID-19 vaccines
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Philippines in talks to pay more for early delivery of COVID-19 vaccines

The former military general said only 5.1 million of the 161 million doses expected this year will arrive in the country in the first quarte...
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"I'm not trying to pontificate, but in the meantime, it is better to follow the government and wear a mask. It can save you a lot of trouble and expense," Duterte said in mixed Filipino and English. 

Full Post on Source: Duterte 'requires' local governments to buy, distribute face masks to residents
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Duterte 'requires' local governments to buy, distribute face masks to residents

"I'm not trying to pontificate, but in the meantime, it is better to follow the government and wear a mask. It can save you a lot o...
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Groups on Thursday urged Filipinos to resist threats to democracy and scored rights violations in the country as the Philippines marks 35 years since the removal of ousted dictator Ferdinand Marcos.

Full Post on Source: 35 years since EDSA, groups warn against threats to democracy
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35 years since EDSA, groups warn against threats to democracy

Groups on Thursday urged Filipinos to resist threats to democracy and scored rights violations in the country as the Philippines marks 35 ye...
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The Tugon ng Masa survey showed that out of 1,200 respondents only 19% of adult Filipinos are inclined to get vaccinated against COVID-19, while 46% will opt out even as the country awaits the arrival of the critical goods. 

Full Post on Source: Less than a fifth of adult Filipinos willing to get COVID-19 jabs — OCTA
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Less than a fifth of adult Filipinos willing to get COVID-19 jabs — OCTA

The Tugon ng Masa survey showed that out of 1,200 respondents only 19% of adult Filipinos are inclined to get vaccinated against COVID-19, w...
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With the Food and Drug Administration having issued emergency use authorization, Sinovac Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccines may arrive in the Philippines within the week, Sinovac general manager Helen Yang said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Sinovac exec says vaccines may arrive this week
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Sinovac exec says vaccines may arrive this week

With the Food and Drug Administration having issued emergency use authorization, Sinovac Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccines may arrive in the Phili...
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Senate President Pro-Tempore Ralph Recto was the top spender while first-termer Sen. Bong Go was the most frugal among the senators, the Commission on Audit report for fiscal year 2019 revealed.

Full Post on Source: COA: Recto top spender; Go most frugal senator
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COA: Recto top spender; Go most frugal senator

Senate President Pro-Tempore Ralph Recto was the top spender while first-termer Sen. Bong Go was the most frugal among the senators, the Com...
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The United Kingdom has no plans to link the Philippines’ procurement of COVID vaccines to the deployment of Filipino nurses and other health care workers to the UK.

Full Post on Source: Envoy: UK won’t accept ‘nurse for vaccine’ proposal
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Envoy: UK won’t accept ‘nurse for vaccine’ proposal

The United Kingdom has no plans to link the Philippines’ procurement of COVID vaccines to the deployment of Filipino nurses and other health...
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For the nth time, President Duterte has discouraged his daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, from running for president next year despite efforts by some supporters to prod her to follow his footsteps.

Full Post on Source: Inday Sara not running for president – Duterte
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Inday Sara not running for president – Duterte

For the nth time, President Duterte has discouraged his daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, from running for president next year...
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“It was a bright, cold day in April and the clocks were striking 13.”

Full Post on Source: 1986: A revolt remembered
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1986: A revolt remembered

“It was a bright, cold day in April and the clocks were striking 13.” Full Post on Source: 1986: A revolt remembered
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The government is prepared to conduct inoculation activities around the clock, seven days a week once the mass vaccination program starts, the Department of Health said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: DOH ready for 24/7 vaccination
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DOH ready for 24/7 vaccination

The government is prepared to conduct inoculation activities around the clock, seven days a week once the mass vaccination program starts, t...
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Groups representing retailers, information technology-business process management firms and hotels and restaurants are advocating a shift to modified general community quarantine as soon as possible, along with intensified vaccine information campaigns for a quicker economic recovery.

Full Post on Source: Retailers, hotels push for shift to MGCQ soon
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Retailers, hotels push for shift to MGCQ soon

Groups representing retailers, information technology-business process management firms and hotels and restaurants are advocating a shift to...
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"In more than half of the records reviewed, the law enforcement agents involved failed to follow standard protocols pertaining to coordination with other agencies and the processing of the crime scene," Guevarra said.

Full Post on Source: PNP failed to follow protocols in many drug operations, Guevarra tells UN rights body
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PNP failed to follow protocols in many drug operations, Guevarra tells UN rights body

"In more than half of the records reviewed, the law enforcement agents involved failed to follow standard protocols pertaining to coord...
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Damage to crops and structures by Tropical Storm Auring stood at more than P24 million on Wednesday, with the Caraga region the worst hit, the NDRRMC reported.

Full Post on Source: Agri, infra damage from 'Auring' at P24.23 million
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Agri, infra damage from 'Auring' at P24.23 million

Damage to crops and structures by Tropical Storm Auring stood at more than P24 million on Wednesday, with the Caraga region the worst hit, t...
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Senators filed a resolution to allow Sen. Leila de Lima to join the chamber's sessions and committee hearings virtually as she marked four years in detention.

Full Post on Source: Senators seek to allow De Lima to attend sessions virtually
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Senators seek to allow De Lima to attend sessions virtually

Senators filed a resolution to allow Sen. Leila de Lima to join the chamber's sessions and committee hearings virtually as she marked fo...
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Mon Tulfo has maintained that he did nothing wrong when he had himself inoculated with the smuggled vaccines and that he never used his post as special envoy in dealing with Sinopharm.

Full Post on Source: Palace: Up to Ombudsman to look into Mon Tulfo's plan to distribute Sinopharm
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3:34 AM

Palace: Up to Ombudsman to look into Mon Tulfo's plan to distribute Sinopharm

Mon Tulfo has maintained that he did nothing wrong when he had himself inoculated with the smuggled vaccines and that he never used his post...
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An SWS survey suggests around 4.4 million school-age Filipinos were not enrolled in school in late 2020 as learning shifted to the modular mode.

Full Post on Source: SWS: 4.4 million school-age Filipinos not enrolled as of late 2020
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SWS: 4.4 million school-age Filipinos not enrolled as of late 2020

An SWS survey suggests around 4.4 million school-age Filipinos were not enrolled in school in late 2020 as learning shifted to the modular m...
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In a briefing Wednesday, Sinovac Biotech general manager Helen Yang said the initial shipment of vaccine doses is expected “very soon.”

Full Post on Source: Donated jabs may arrive in Philippines 'this week or next' — Sinovac exec
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Donated jabs may arrive in Philippines 'this week or next' — Sinovac exec

In a briefing Wednesday, Sinovac Biotech general manager Helen Yang said the initial shipment of vaccine doses is expected “very soon.” F...
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The judge who handed down the historic ruling convicting members of the Ampatuan clan for the 2009 gruesome massacre of 57 has been shortlisted to become a justice of the Court of Appeals.

Full Post on Source: Ampatuan massacre trial judge shortlisted for Court of Appeals justice post
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Ampatuan massacre trial judge shortlisted for Court of Appeals justice post

The judge who handed down the historic ruling convicting members of the Ampatuan clan for the 2009 gruesome massacre of 57 has been shortlis...
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The Department of Health said Wednesday that it is unaware and was not consulted on the plan of the Department of Labor and Employment to deploy more Filipino healthcare workers to the United Kingdom and Germany in exchange for COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: DOH blindsided by DOLE plan to trade nurses for COVID-19 vaccines
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DOH blindsided by DOLE plan to trade nurses for COVID-19 vaccines

The Department of Health said Wednesday that it is unaware and was not consulted on the plan of the Department of Labor and Employment to de...
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The number of active cases stands at 30,970 or 5.5% of the nation’s confirmed cases, latest data from the Department of Health showed.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines hit 566,420 with 1,557 new infections
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines hit 566,420 with 1,557 new infections

The number of active cases stands at 30,970 or 5.5% of the nation’s confirmed cases, latest data from the Department of Health showed. Fu...
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For the 21 residents of San Roque, Quezon City who, driven by hunger, went out to the streets on April 1, arrested and detained for days, their fight continues in the court.

Full Post on Source: Driven by hunger, urban poor go out for rumored relief drive but are haled into court instead
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Driven by hunger, urban poor go out for rumored relief drive but are haled into court instead

For the 21 residents of San Roque, Quezon City who, driven by hunger, went out to the streets on April 1, arrested and detained for days, th...
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FDA Director General Eric Domingo said the unauthorized vaccination activity will be referred to the agency’s regulatory enforcement unit for investigation.

Full Post on Source: FDA, DOH to probe Mon Tulfo's use of smuggled Sinopharm jabs
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FDA, DOH to probe Mon Tulfo's use of smuggled Sinopharm jabs

FDA Director General Eric Domingo said the unauthorized vaccination activity will be referred to the agency’s regulatory enforcement unit fo...
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Former Philippine National Police chief Gen. Camilo Cascolan got a new government post, this time under President Rodrigo Duterte’s office.

Full Post on Source: Ex-PNP chief Cascolan gets new post under Duterte's office
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Ex-PNP chief Cascolan gets new post under Duterte's office

Former Philippine National Police chief Gen. Camilo Cascolan got a new government post, this time under President Rodrigo Duterte’s office. ...
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"Victor Sotto, Mayor of Pasig, The Philippines, is a standard-bearer for a new generation of Philippine politicians who prioritize anticorruption and transparency initiatives in their election campaigns and in office," the US Department of State said.

Full Post on Source: Pasig's Vico Sotto among world's 'anti-corruption champions' — US
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Pasig's Vico Sotto among world's 'anti-corruption champions' — US

"Victor Sotto, Mayor of Pasig, The Philippines, is a standard-bearer for a new generation of Philippine politicians who prioritize anti...
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Judge Mendoza said the conduct of the PDEA agents “shows contempt for the rule of law, which brings the entire justice system to disrepute and embarrassment.”

Full Post on Source: Warrant out vs 5 PDEA agents over staged drug bust in Dumaguete
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Warrant out vs 5 PDEA agents over staged drug bust in Dumaguete

Judge Mendoza said the conduct of the PDEA agents “shows contempt for the rule of law, which brings the entire justice system to disrepute a...
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Members of the progressive Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives are calling on the chamber’s human rights panel to conduct an investigation into the death of another infant separated from her jailed mother.

Full Post on Source: House probe sought on death of another infant separated from jailed mom
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House probe sought on death of another infant separated from jailed mom

Members of the progressive Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives are calling on the chamber’s human rights panel to conduct an inve...
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In an interview with “The Chiefs” on One News Tuesday, Tulfo said others who were inoculated with the smuggled vaccines were “Cabinet-level” officials and a senator whose names he withheld.

Full Post on Source: Mon Tulfo admits getting inoculated with smuggled Sinopharm shots, eyes local distributorship
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Mon Tulfo admits getting inoculated with smuggled Sinopharm shots, eyes local distributorship

In an interview with “The Chiefs” on One News Tuesday, Tulfo said others who were inoculated with the smuggled vaccines were “Cabinet-level”...
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Presidential adviser for entrepreneurship and Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion is pushing for the greater coverage of saliva-based polymerase chain reaction testing for COVID-19 while the country waits for the arrival of vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Wider coverage of saliva-based PCR testing pushed
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Wider coverage of saliva-based PCR testing pushed

Presidential adviser for entrepreneurship and Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion is pushing for the greater coverage of saliva-based polymer...
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The Department of Information and Communications Technology has adopted a framework that outlines measures designed to improve the Philippines’ digital readiness, including the installation of 5,000 towers per year over the next three years.

Full Post on Source: DICT adopts framework for Philippines’ digital readiness
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DICT adopts framework for Philippines’ digital readiness

The Department of Information and Communications Technology has adopted a framework that outlines measures designed to improve the Philippin...
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Four city mayors are scheduled to present their local COVID-19 vaccine plans at a webinar entitled “Getting Cities Ready for the Vaccines” today at 3 p.m.

Full Post on Source: City mayors to unveil local vaccine plans
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City mayors to unveil local vaccine plans

Four city mayors are scheduled to present their local COVID-19 vaccine plans at a webinar entitled “Getting Cities Ready for the Vaccines” t...
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The 37 petitioners questioning the implementation of Republic Act 11479 reiterated yesterday their appeal to the Supreme Court to issue an injunction, citing supervening incidents that allegedly demonstrated the chilling effects of the Anti-Terrorism Law.

Full Post on Source: TRO sought anew vs Anti-Terror Law
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TRO sought anew vs Anti-Terror Law

The 37 petitioners questioning the implementation of Republic Act 11479 reiterated yesterday their appeal to the Supreme Court to issue an i...
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Further delay in the resumption of face-to-face classes would worsen the situation of the country’s education system and the economy, according to advocacy group Philippine Business for Education.

Full Post on Source: ‘Delay in face-to-face classes worsens learning crisis’
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‘Delay in face-to-face classes worsens learning crisis’

Further delay in the resumption of face-to-face classes would worsen the situation of the country’s education system and the economy, accord...
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The National Capital Region Police Office will strictly enforce COVID-19 health protocols during the commemoration of EDSA people power revolution tomorrow.

Full Post on Source: Health protocols to be enforced at EDSA rites
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Health protocols to be enforced at EDSA rites

The National Capital Region Police Office will strictly enforce COVID-19 health protocols during the commemoration of EDSA people power revo...
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Workers yesterday called on the government to immediately take measures to stop the continuing increase in fuel prices.

Full Post on Source: Workers slam oil price hike, demand government action
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Workers slam oil price hike, demand government action

Workers yesterday called on the government to immediately take measures to stop the continuing increase in fuel prices. Full Post on Sour...
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Malacañang is preparing an executive order to institutionalize efforts that will address the rising incidence of unemployment due to the pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Palace addresses rising unemployment with EO
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Palace addresses rising unemployment with EO

Malacañang is preparing an executive order to institutionalize efforts that will address the rising incidence of unemployment due to the pan...
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The Quezon City Metropolitan Trial Court has convicted 38 members of the Kalipunan ng Damayang Mahihirap who reoccupied a contested property in Quezon City from which they were evicted in 2017.

Full Post on Source: Court fines 38 Kadamay members P200 each for trespassing
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Court fines 38 Kadamay members P200 each for trespassing

The Quezon City Metropolitan Trial Court has convicted 38 members of the Kalipunan ng Damayang Mahihirap who reoccupied a contested property...
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The Department of Tourism on Tuesday expressed support for the Department of Interior and Local Government’s ongoing streamlining of entry requirements and procedures implemented by various local government units.

Full Post on Source: DOT backs streamlining of travel requirements
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DOT backs streamlining of travel requirements

The Department of Tourism on Tuesday expressed support for the Department of Interior and Local Government’s ongoing streamlining of entry r...
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FDA not recommending Sinovac for health workers has raised concern over the jabs. So what's behind the reason for this?

Full Post on Source: Why the Sinovac vaccine isn't for medical workers, senior citizens despite FDA approval
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Why the Sinovac vaccine isn't for medical workers, senior citizens despite FDA approval

FDA not recommending Sinovac for health workers has raised concern over the jabs. So what's behind the reason for this? Full Post on ...
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Sen. Leila De Lima’s legal team is moving to implead inmate and prosecution witness Joel Capones as among the accused in the third drug case she is facing.

Full Post on Source: De Lima lawyers want prosecution witness Capones charged in same drug case
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De Lima lawyers want prosecution witness Capones charged in same drug case

Sen. Leila De Lima’s legal team is moving to implead inmate and prosecution witness Joel Capones as among the accused in the third drug case...
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"We want to hasten the distribution (of the land) because we know that it plays a huge role in our peace efforts," Nograles said.

Full Post on Source: Duterte OKs measures to fast-track land distribution to former rebels, armed militants
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Duterte OKs measures to fast-track land distribution to former rebels, armed militants

"We want to hasten the distribution (of the land) because we know that it plays a huge role in our peace efforts," Nograles said. ...
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In nearly a year of the Philippines being under lockdown, Filipinos have had to face both the fear of being infected with the novel coronavirus as well as the threat of arrests over quarantine protocols.

Full Post on Source: Beyond arrest, raps: 'Quarantine violators' face trauma, COVID-19 risk too
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Beyond arrest, raps: 'Quarantine violators' face trauma, COVID-19 risk too

In nearly a year of the Philippines being under lockdown, Filipinos have had to face both the fear of being infected with the novel coronavi...
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The bill which creates a P500-million fund to compensate people who experience adverse effects due to coronavirus vaccines has cleared both houses of Congress, with the Senate approving the measure in a 22-0 vote a day after the House of Representatives passed a similar proposal.

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 vaccine indemnity fund clears Congress
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COVID-19 vaccine indemnity fund clears Congress

The bill which creates a P500-million fund to compensate people who experience adverse effects due to coronavirus vaccines has cleared both ...
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"With no alternatives left, we are abandoning a generation of young people," the Philippine Business for Education said on Tuesday.

Full Post on Source: Lack of plans to safely reopen schools will hurt students, economy — PBED
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Lack of plans to safely reopen schools will hurt students, economy — PBED

"With no alternatives left, we are abandoning a generation of young people," the Philippine Business for Education said on Tuesday...
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The number of people who are still undergoing treatment or quarantine stands at 28,817 or 5.3% of the total, the Department of Health reported.

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,414 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 564,865
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Philippines logs 1,414 new COVID-19 cases as total hits 564,865

The number of people who are still undergoing treatment or quarantine stands at 28,817 or 5.3% of the total, the Department of Health report...
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Augmenting the supply of pork in the market was one of the topics discussed during Monday night's Cabinet meeting at Malacañang, Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said.

Full Post on Source: Palace: Government mulling 50% insurance subsidy for hog raisers amid shortage
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Palace: Government mulling 50% insurance subsidy for hog raisers amid shortage

Augmenting the supply of pork in the market was one of the topics discussed during Monday night's Cabinet meeting at Malacañang, Cabinet...
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Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle earned an additional role in the Vatican after Pope Francis appointed him as a member of the body that operates like the Holy See’s central bank.

Full Post on Source: Cardinal Tagle gets another Vatican post
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Cardinal Tagle gets another Vatican post

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle earned an additional role in the Vatican after Pope Francis appointed him as a member of the body that operates ...
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Tropical Storm Auring (international name Dujuan) has left tens of thousands affected in its aftermath, with a single casualty so far and at least two missing per the latest from disaster response officials.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' leaves 1 dead and 2 missing; 31,884 families displaced
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'Auring' leaves 1 dead and 2 missing; 31,884 families displaced

Tropical Storm Auring (international name Dujuan) has left tens of thousands affected in its aftermath, with a single casualty so far and at...
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The Philippines is expected to receive around 5.5 million to 9.2 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine this year.

Full Post on Source: With gov't submission of requirements, arrival date for AstraZeneca jabs may be set this week
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With gov't submission of requirements, arrival date for AstraZeneca jabs may be set this week

The Philippines is expected to receive around 5.5 million to 9.2 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine this year. Full Post on Source:...
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In another show of unity, petitioners against the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 made another push to urge the Supreme Court to temporarily stop the implementation of the reviled law as debates on their pleas continue to run long.

Full Post on Source: Citing relentless red-tagging and arrests, SC urged to temporarily stop anti-terror law implementation
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Citing relentless red-tagging and arrests, SC urged to temporarily stop anti-terror law implementation

In another show of unity, petitioners against the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 made another push to urge the Supreme Court to temporarily stop...
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Sen. Leila De Lima on Tuesday appealed the dismissal of her plea to post bail and junk the second drug case she is facing, as she questioned the "conspicuous absence" of one of their pleadings in Muntinlupa court's denial order.

Full Post on Source: De Lima appeals denial of bail, bid to junk charge in 2nd drug case
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De Lima appeals denial of bail, bid to junk charge in 2nd drug case

Sen. Leila De Lima on Tuesday appealed the dismissal of her plea to post bail and junk the second drug case she is facing, as she questioned...
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Voting 225 with six abstentions, the House of Representatives approved on third and final reading House Bill 8648 (Emergency Vaccine Procurement Act), which expedites vaccine procurement and allocates P500 million as compensation for persons who may suffer adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines.

Full Post on Source: House approves vaccine indemnification fund
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House approves vaccine indemnification fund

Voting 225 with six abstentions, the House of Representatives approved on third and final reading House Bill 8648 (Emergency Vaccine Procure...
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President Duterte won’t be among the first to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because the China-made shots that are expected to arrive in the Philippines first are not recommended for senior citizens, Malacañang said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Senior Duterte not in vaccine priority list – Palace
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Senior Duterte not in vaccine priority list – Palace

President Duterte won’t be among the first to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because the China-made shots that are expected to arrive in the...
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About P7.767 billion in “forgone revenues” have been incurred by the government as a result of the months-long lockdown, courtesy of around 119,596 businesses that have shut down due to the global pandemic, tax records showed yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Government lost P7.7 billion in 2020 after 119,596 businesses close
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Government lost P7.7 billion in 2020 after 119,596 businesses close

About P7.767 billion in “forgone revenues” have been incurred by the government as a result of the months-long lockdown, courtesy of around ...
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A child rights group said it is concerned over a decision by local government authorities to fly Lumad students to Davao City from Cebu, saying some of the children's parents didn't know about the move..

Full Post on Source: Cebu child rights' group: Parents of Lumad kids not told of flight to Davao
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Cebu child rights' group: Parents of Lumad kids not told of flight to Davao

A child rights group said it is concerned over a decision by local government authorities to fly Lumad students to Davao City from Cebu, say...
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"If we make a decision soon and give the approval, I think the vaccines can come in a fairly quick amount of time," Ambassador Sorreta said.

Full Post on Source: Talks for Sputnik-V vaccine in 'very advanced stage' — Phl envoy to Russia
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Talks for Sputnik-V vaccine in 'very advanced stage' — Phl envoy to Russia

"If we make a decision soon and give the approval, I think the vaccines can come in a fairly quick amount of time," Ambassador Sor...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has rejected a proposal to put the entire country to the lowest quarantine status, a move that experts earlier warned could put Metro Manila under a "constant" threat of a surge in infections.

Full Post on Source: Duterte defers nationwide shift to MGCQ until vaccinations begin
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Duterte defers nationwide shift to MGCQ until vaccinations begin

President Rodrigo Duterte has rejected a proposal to put the entire country to the lowest quarantine status, a move that experts earlier war...
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"The claim for indemnification for serious adverse event directly arising from the administration of COVID-19 vaccine must be filed within five (5) years from the day of inoculation."

Full Post on Source: House passes bill to expedite COVID-19 vaccine purchase, create indemnity fund
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House passes bill to expedite COVID-19 vaccine purchase, create indemnity fund

"The claim for indemnification for serious adverse event directly arising from the administration of COVID-19 vaccine must be filed wit...
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The shots should also be given to clinically healthy persons aged 18 to 59 years old, the FDA said.

Full Post on Source: Palace: Duterte not in age range for Sinovac jabs
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Palace: Duterte not in age range for Sinovac jabs

The shots should also be given to clinically healthy persons aged 18 to 59 years old, the FDA said. Full Post on Source: Palace: Duterte ...
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"We were not apprised or we did not know about that. Plantsado na sana lahat then this came out," Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said.

Full Post on Source: Government didn't know about indemnity requirement for vaccines — Palace official
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Government didn't know about indemnity requirement for vaccines — Palace official

"We were not apprised or we did not know about that. Plantsado na sana lahat then this came out," Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles...
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"To me, the indemnification requirement is borne out by the events that transpired in the Dengvaxia controversy. Why, suddenly, did the manufacturers require an indemnity clause?"

Full Post on Source: Dengvaxia mess, mishandling of contracts delayed COVID-19 jabs — Drilon
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Dengvaxia mess, mishandling of contracts delayed COVID-19 jabs — Drilon

"To me, the indemnification requirement is borne out by the events that transpired in the Dengvaxia controversy. Why, suddenly, did the...
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To date, 563,456 have had COVID-19 in the Philippines. Of these, 28,488 or 5.1% are active cases.

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 2,288 new COVID-19 cases, highest rise in over 3 months
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Philippines logs 2,288 new COVID-19 cases, highest rise in over 3 months

To date, 563,456 have had COVID-19 in the Philippines. Of these, 28,488 or 5.1% are active cases. Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 2...
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Sen. Risa Hontiveros has called on the National Bureau of Investigation to pin down the travel agency allegedly involved in the new “pastillas” scheme at the Bureau of Immigration that allows seamless entry of Chinese nationals into the country for a fee.

Full Post on Source: Hontiveros calls on NBI: Find travel agency linked to new Immigration 'pastillas' scheme
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Hontiveros calls on NBI: Find travel agency linked to new Immigration 'pastillas' scheme

Sen. Risa Hontiveros has called on the National Bureau of Investigation to pin down the travel agency allegedly involved in the new “pastill...
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Storm signals across the country are now lifted with tropical cyclone Auring (international name Dujuan) weakening into a low pressure area, PAGASA said Monday afternoon.

Full Post on Source: Storm signals lifted as 'Auring' weakens into LPA
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Storm signals lifted as 'Auring' weakens into LPA

Storm signals across the country are now lifted with tropical cyclone Auring (international name Dujuan) weakening into a low pressure area,...
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“This development will ascertain that both the NTF and the LGUs will speed up the process of securing COVID-19 vaccines for their constituents. This is a big step to speed up the process of buying vaccines for our people,” Florece said.

Full Post on Source: DILG welcomes authority for LGUs to make advance payments for vaccines
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DILG welcomes authority for LGUs to make advance payments for vaccines

“This development will ascertain that both the NTF and the LGUs will speed up the process of securing COVID-19 vaccines for their constituen...
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President Rodrigo Duterte has rejected the proposal for physical classes to resume, setting back groups' calls for its safe return amid prevailing difficulties under the new learning setup.

Full Post on Source: Palace: Face-to-face classes might not resume until August
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Palace: Face-to-face classes might not resume until August

President Rodrigo Duterte has rejected the proposal for physical classes to resume, setting back groups' calls for its safe return amid ...
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Sinovac had a lower efficacy rate of 50.4% among health care workers exposed to COVID-19 patients.

Full Post on Source: Philippines OKs Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
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Philippines OKs Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use

Sinovac had a lower efficacy rate of 50.4% among health care workers exposed to COVID-19 patients. Full Post on Source: Philippines OKs S...
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Tropical Depression Auring has left more than 4,500 passengers stranded in several ports across the country and has affected more than 53,000 persons, government data showed.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' leaves over 4,500 passengers stranded, affects more than 53K persons
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'Auring' leaves over 4,500 passengers stranded, affects more than 53K persons

Tropical Depression Auring has left more than 4,500 passengers stranded in several ports across the country and has affected more than 53,00...
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Tropical Depression Auring made landfall over Batag Island and is heading towards the Albay-Sorsogon area.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' makes landfall over Batag Island
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'Auring' makes landfall over Batag Island

Tropical Depression Auring made landfall over Batag Island and is heading towards the Albay-Sorsogon area. Full Post on Source: 'Auri...
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"If you ask me, I agree that we should shift to MGCQ. We're already capable and we know what to do when people get sick. We're already used to it," Gatchalian said.

Full Post on Source: Strict health protocols should remain under MGCQ, senator says
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Strict health protocols should remain under MGCQ, senator says

"If you ask me, I agree that we should shift to MGCQ. We're already capable and we know what to do when people get sick. We're ...
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The Supreme Court reset the fourth day of the oral arguments on the Anti-Terrorism Act petitions to March 2.

Full Post on Source: Debates on oral arguments on anti-terrorism law reset to March 2
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Debates on oral arguments on anti-terrorism law reset to March 2

The Supreme Court reset the fourth day of the oral arguments on the Anti-Terrorism Act petitions to March 2. Full Post on Source: Debates...
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Here is a list of cities, municipalities and provinces which canceled classes and work on Monday.

Full Post on Source: Walang Pasok: Class, work suspensions on February 22 due to 'Auring'
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Walang Pasok: Class, work suspensions on February 22 due to 'Auring'

Here is a list of cities, municipalities and provinces which canceled classes and work on Monday. Full Post on Source: Walang Pasok: Clas...
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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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(Updated) Tropical Depression Auring may make landfall over Eastern Samar as a tropical depression or a remnant low pressure area, state weather bureau PAGASA said Monday morning.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' weakens before landfall over Eastern Samar
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'Auring' weakens before landfall over Eastern Samar

(Updated) Tropical Depression Auring may make landfall over Eastern Samar as a tropical depression or a remnant low pressure area, state wea...
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There is still no emergency use authorization for China’s Sinovac Biotech with two days left prior to the expected arrival of the COVID vaccines.

Full Post on Source: FDA still waiting for Sinovac data
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FDA still waiting for Sinovac data

There is still no emergency use authorization for China’s Sinovac Biotech with two days left prior to the expected arrival of the COVID vacc...
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Science and Technology Secretary Fortunato dela Peña yesterday announced the launch of the Philippines’ second cube satellite Maya-2 into the International Space Station through the space supply ship S.S. Katherine Johnson, which took off from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Wallops Island flight facility in Virginia at 1:36 a.m. on Saturday.

Full Post on Source: Philippines cube satellite Maya-2 launched into ISS
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Philippines cube satellite Maya-2 launched into ISS

Science and Technology Secretary Fortunato dela Peña yesterday announced the launch of the Philippines’ second cube satellite Maya-2 into th...
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Temperatures in Baguio City and Metro Manila yesterday dropped to 9 degrees Celsius and 19.3 degrees Celsius, respectively – the lowest recorded in both areas so far this northeast monsoon season, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Full Post on Source: Baguio, Metro Manila temperatures drop to lowest this year
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Baguio, Metro Manila temperatures drop to lowest this year

Temperatures in Baguio City and Metro Manila yesterday dropped to 9 degrees Celsius and 19.3 degrees Celsius, respectively – the lowest reco...
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Sen. Bong Go is one of the most influential voices during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study recently published by BluePrint.PH, a campaign management consultancy firm, on the opinions of the Filipino online community on COVID-19 education.

Full Post on Source: Study names Bong Go among top influencers on COVID-19 education
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Study names Bong Go among top influencers on COVID-19 education

Sen. Bong Go is one of the most influential voices during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study recently published by BluePrint.PH, a ...
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Senators are hoping there will be no more further delays in the Duterte administration’s rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program after Congress passes today the bill that provides for an indemnification fund and an expedited process for local government units and private institutions to procure vaccines.

Full Post on Source: Congress to pass vaccine indemnification bill today
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Congress to pass vaccine indemnification bill today

Senators are hoping there will be no more further delays in the Duterte administration’s rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program after C...
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The United States and the Philippines discussed opportunities to strengthen their alliance as the administration of President Joe Biden reaffirmed its recognition of the 2016 arbitral ruling on the South China Sea, which it called “final and legally binding on all parties.”

Full Post on Source: Biden government: South China Sea ruling final, legally binding
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Biden government: South China Sea ruling final, legally binding

The United States and the Philippines discussed opportunities to strengthen their alliance as the administration of President Joe Biden reaf...
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More than 62,000 live hogs have been delivered to Metro Manila in nearly two weeks, in line with the government’s effort to augment supply and stabilize prices in the country’s capital.

Full Post on Source: Over 62,000 hogs shipped to Metro Manila in 2 weeks
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Over 62,000 hogs shipped to Metro Manila in 2 weeks

More than 62,000 live hogs have been delivered to Metro Manila in nearly two weeks, in line with the government’s effort to augment supply a...
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Product designer Gio Prado woke up on Jan. 27, 2020 and got the shock of his life. His idol, basketball legend Kobe Bryant, was dead.

Full Post on Source: Designer creates stool out of STAR headlines
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Designer creates stool out of STAR headlines

Product designer Gio Prado woke up on Jan. 27, 2020 and got the shock of his life. His idol, basketball legend Kobe Bryant, was dead. Ful...
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Proponents and opponents of the House of Representatives’ move to amend restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution will start their debates when Congress resumes sessions today.

Full Post on Source: House starts plenary debates on economic Cha-cha
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House starts plenary debates on economic Cha-cha

Proponents and opponents of the House of Representatives’ move to amend restrictive economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution will start ...
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Thousands were evacuated or were stranded as Tropical Storm Auring dumped heavy rains, spawning floods and landslides as it moved across Mindanao and the Visayas over the weekend.

Full Post on Source: Auring brings rain, flood
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Auring brings rain, flood

Thousands were evacuated or were stranded as Tropical Storm Auring dumped heavy rains, spawning floods and landslides as it moved across Min...
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Weather bureau PAGASA on Sunday said Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) has accelerated slighlty as it approaches the Eastern Visayas and Caraga regions.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' accelerates slightly as it nears Eastern Visayas, Caraga
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'Auring' accelerates slightly as it nears Eastern Visayas, Caraga

Weather bureau PAGASA on Sunday said Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) has accelerated slighlty as it approaches the Easter...
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Metro Manila, the economic center of the Philippines and home to more than 12 million people, remains the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country with more than 225,000 cases.

Full Post on Source: Cabinet meets Monday on MGCQ shift; unclear if Duterte to announce decision in address
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Cabinet meets Monday on MGCQ shift; unclear if Duterte to announce decision in address

Metro Manila, the economic center of the Philippines and home to more than 12 million people, remains the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic...
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"It's saddening that they're still attempting to spread fake news that it hasn't been dismissed with finality yet. This isn't just simple lying," Robredo said.

Full Post on Source: False claims about junked poll protest hurt democratic institutions — Robredo
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False claims about junked poll protest hurt democratic institutions — Robredo

"It's saddening that they're still attempting to spread fake news that it hasn't been dismissed with finality yet. This isn...
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It has been 341 days since the enhanced community quarantine was first hoisted. The Philippines is still under the world's longest quarantine. 

Full Post on Source: DOH records 1,888 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines
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DOH records 1,888 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines

It has been 341 days since the enhanced community quarantine was first hoisted. The Philippines is still under the world's longest quara...
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Tropical Storm "Auring" (international name Dujuan) has forced more than 5,000 individuals to evacuation shelters, disaster response officials said Sunday.

Full Post on Source: 5,000 in evacuation sites, 4,200 stranded in ports due to 'Auring'
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5,000 in evacuation sites, 4,200 stranded in ports due to 'Auring'

Tropical Storm "Auring" (international name Dujuan) has forced more than 5,000 individuals to evacuation shelters, disaster respon...
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"The DOH is currently investigating compliance to isolation protocols and the contact tracing done for these ROFs," the statement read. 

Full Post on Source: DOH: 18 more cases of UK coronavirus variant, total now at 62
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DOH: 18 more cases of UK coronavirus variant, total now at 62

"The DOH is currently investigating compliance to isolation protocols and the contact tracing done for these ROFs," the statement ...
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The administration has only until end of February to sign the offer sheets for COVID-19 vaccines from foreign drugmakers, Sen. Sonny Angara said Sunday.

Full Post on Source: Angara hopes COVID-19 vaccine offer sheets get signed by end-February
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Angara hopes COVID-19 vaccine offer sheets get signed by end-February

The administration has only until end of February to sign the offer sheets for COVID-19 vaccines from foreign drugmakers, Sen. Sonny Angara ...
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Vice President Leni Robredo opposes plans for the entire Philippines to shift to MGCQ starting March.

Full Post on Source: With daily cases high and vaccines yet to arrive, VP questions easing quarantine
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With daily cases high and vaccines yet to arrive, VP questions easing quarantine

Vice President Leni Robredo opposes plans for the entire Philippines to shift to MGCQ starting March. Full Post on Source: With daily cas...
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"There is an increasing likelihood that 'Auring' will weaken into a tropical depression before it makes landfall due to persistent high vertical wind shear associated with the surge of the Northeast Monsoon. However, the possibility that the storm will maintain its strength until landfall is not yet ruled out," Pagasa said. 

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' slows down, seen to weaken before landfall
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'Auring' slows down, seen to weaken before landfall

"There is an increasing likelihood that 'Auring' will weaken into a tropical depression before it makes landfall due to persist...
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Sen. Bong Go has vowed to respect whatever President Duterte decides to do with the country’s Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States.

Full Post on Source: Bong Go to respect Duterte decision on VFA
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Bong Go to respect Duterte decision on VFA

Sen. Bong Go has vowed to respect whatever President Duterte decides to do with the country’s Visiting Forces Agreement with the United Stat...
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More congressmen are supporting the move to conduct a House inquiry into the recent police operation at an educational center in Cebu where 21 Lumad students were dragged away by lawmen.

Full Post on Source: More lawmakers back probe on Lumad center raid
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More lawmakers back probe on Lumad center raid

More congressmen are supporting the move to conduct a House inquiry into the recent police operation at an educational center in Cebu where ...
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A Bureau of Customs collector, who worked on sending back over 7,600 metric tons of illegal waste from South Korea in 2018, is one of the seven winners of the United Nations Environment Program Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards.

Full Post on Source: BOC collector gets Environmental Justice Award
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BOC collector gets Environmental Justice Award

A Bureau of Customs collector, who worked on sending back over 7,600 metric tons of illegal waste from South Korea in 2018, is one of the se...
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Oil prices would be raised by more than P1 per liter this week.

Full Post on Source: Hefty oil price hike seen this week
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Hefty oil price hike seen this week

Oil prices would be raised by more than P1 per liter this week. Full Post on Source: Hefty oil price hike seen this week
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Government personnel might soon have to pay more for their retirement benefits.

Full Post on Source: GSIS premium rate hike eyed
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GSIS premium rate hike eyed

Government personnel might soon have to pay more for their retirement benefits. Full Post on Source: GSIS premium rate hike eyed
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Two female tourists from Metro Manila were nabbed after presenting fake swab test results upon arrival in El Nido in Palawan, the Department of Tourism reported.

Full Post on Source: 2 El Nido tourists from NCR caught with fake swab test results
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2 El Nido tourists from NCR caught with fake swab test results

Two female tourists from Metro Manila were nabbed after presenting fake swab test results upon arrival in El Nido in Palawan, the Department...
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Vaccines for COVID-19 do not necessarily prevent infection and transmission of the virus but it could protect those inoculated against severe illness, an official of the Department of Health said on Friday night.

Full Post on Source: Can COVID-19 vaccines prevent infection, transmission? Not necessarily, says expert
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Can COVID-19 vaccines prevent infection, transmission? Not necessarily, says expert

Vaccines for COVID-19 do not necessarily prevent infection and transmission of the virus but it could protect those inoculated against sever...
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There was a slight uptrend in new COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila and a slowdown in the surge in Cebu City over the past week, the OCTA Research group said.

Full Post on Source: NCR cases slightly up; Cebu surge slows down
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NCR cases slightly up; Cebu surge slows down

There was a slight uptrend in new COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila and a slowdown in the surge in Cebu City over the past week, the OCTA Resea...
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A Filipino-American engineer has played a crucial role in the successful landing of NASA’s Perseverance rover on Mars, the US embassy in Manila said on Friday.

Full Post on Source: Fil-Am helps in safe Perseverance landing
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Fil-Am helps in safe Perseverance landing

A Filipino-American engineer has played a crucial role in the successful landing of NASA’s Perseverance rover on Mars, the US embassy in Man...
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The Department of the Interior and Local Government is backing proposals to have the entire country placed under the most relaxed modified general community quarantine, saying it could harmonize regulations implemented by local government units.

Full Post on Source: DILG: Nationwide MGCQ to streamline travel rules
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DILG: Nationwide MGCQ to streamline travel rules

The Department of the Interior and Local Government is backing proposals to have the entire country placed under the most relaxed modified g...
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(Update 2, 5:48 p.m.) Thousands have been evacuated in Caraga as Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) inches closer to land.

Full Post on Source: Thousands evacuated as 'Auring' threatens Caraga, Visayas
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Thousands evacuated as 'Auring' threatens Caraga, Visayas

(Update 2, 5:48 p.m.) Thousands have been evacuated in Caraga as Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) inches closer to land. ...
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Another 2,240 people contracted coronavirus in the Philippines, the Department of Health said Saturday, pushing the national caseload past 559,000.

Full Post on Source: Philippines coronavirus caseload rises to 559,288 with 2,240 new infections
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Philippines coronavirus caseload rises to 559,288 with 2,240 new infections

Another 2,240 people contracted coronavirus in the Philippines, the Department of Health said Saturday, pushing the national caseload past 5...
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The Department of Health on Saturday sought to allay fears over the two “mutations of concern” detected in Central Visayas, saying that further studies are still being conducted on these.

Full Post on Source: No need to worry over ‘mutations of concern,’ DOH says
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No need to worry over ‘mutations of concern,’ DOH says

The Department of Health on Saturday sought to allay fears over the two “mutations of concern” detected in Central Visayas, saying that furt...
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The US on Saturday scored China for passing a new law that allows its coast guard to fire on foreign vessels, accusing it of putting "unacceptable pressure" on countries with claims in the South China Sea.

Full Post on Source: US warns: China's ‘unacceptable’ coast guard law could escalate maritime disputes
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US warns: China's ‘unacceptable’ coast guard law could escalate maritime disputes

The US on Saturday scored China for passing a new law that allows its coast guard to fire on foreign vessels, accusing it of putting "u...
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(Updated 12:22 p.m.) "For, after all the issue at hand is a balance of the bill of rights, particularly the freedom of speech, and the State's police power for common good and public order."

Full Post on Source: Zambales prosecutor junks refiled rap vs teacher who offered bounty to kill Duterte
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Zambales prosecutor junks refiled rap vs teacher who offered bounty to kill Duterte

(Updated 12:22 p.m.) "For, after all the issue at hand is a balance of the bill of rights, particularly the freedom of speech, and the ...
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(Updated, 11:54 a.m.) Thousands have been evacuated in Caraga as Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) inches closer to land.

Full Post on Source: Thousands evacuated as 'Auring' inches closer to Caraga
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Thousands evacuated as 'Auring' inches closer to Caraga

(Updated, 11:54 a.m.) Thousands have been evacuated in Caraga as Tropical Storm Auring (international name: Dujuan) inches closer to land. ...
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The number of Filipinos who have died of coronavirus overseas breached 1,000 on Friday after the Department of Foreign Affairs reported 11 more fatalities among migrants.  

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 deaths among Filipinos abroad breach 1,000 — DFA
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COVID-19 deaths among Filipinos abroad breach 1,000 — DFA

The number of Filipinos who have died of coronavirus overseas breached 1,000 on Friday after the Department of Foreign Affairs reported 11 m...
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Tropical Storm “Auring” (international name: Dujuan) slightly weakened as it barely moved over the Philippine Sea and may further weaken into a tropical depression before making landfall over the eastern coast of Caraga region on Sunday morning or afternoon.

Full Post on Source: Barely moving ‘Auring’ slightly weakens, may weaken further before landfall
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Barely moving ‘Auring’ slightly weakens, may weaken further before landfall

Tropical Storm “Auring” (international name: Dujuan) slightly weakened as it barely moved over the Philippine Sea and may further weaken int...
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The House of Representatives has vowed to pass on Monday the measure expediting the purchase of coronavirus vaccines and providing for the indemnity requirement.

Full Post on Source: Congress to pass vaccination indemnity bill next week
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Congress to pass vaccination indemnity bill next week

The House of Representatives has vowed to pass on Monday the measure expediting the purchase of coronavirus vaccines and providing for the i...
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Members of President Duterte’s party have been told to focus on supporting the administration’s vaccination program against COVID-19 and temporarily step back from efforts to field a viable presidential candidate in 2022.

Full Post on Source: PDP– Laban members told to focus on vaccine rollout
bySator Tenet
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PDP– Laban members told to focus on vaccine rollout

Members of President Duterte’s party have been told to focus on supporting the administration’s vaccination program against COVID-19 and tem...
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The Commission on Elections has delisted 39 party-list organizations, just 15 months away from the May 2022 polls.

Full Post on Source: Comelec resolution drops 39 party-list groups
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Comelec resolution drops 39 party-list groups

The Commission on Elections has delisted 39 party-list organizations, just 15 months away from the May 2022 polls. Full Post on Source: C...
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Mobile internet speed in the Philippines has improved following the entry of a third telecommunications company.?

Full Post on Source: Internet speed in Philippines improves
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Internet speed in Philippines improves

Mobile internet speed in the Philippines has improved following the entry of a third telecommunications company.? Full Post on Source: In...
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The Energy Regulatory Commission has cleared Manila Electric Co. to refund its customers nearly P13.9 billion over a two-year period.

Full Post on Source: ERC greenlights Meralco refund
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ERC greenlights Meralco refund

The Energy Regulatory Commission has cleared Manila Electric Co. to refund its customers nearly P13.9 billion over a two-year period. Ful...
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The US government on Thursday turned over the first of two C-130H Hercules planes to the Philippines under the Foreign Military Financing grant program.

Full Post on Source: Philippines receives 1st of 2 C-130 planes from US
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Philippines receives 1st of 2 C-130 planes from US

The US government on Thursday turned over the first of two C-130H Hercules planes to the Philippines under the Foreign Military Financing gr...
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DOH Secretary Francisco Duque III said it is unclear if the surge in cases in the region was caused by the recently detected virus mutations

Full Post on Source: DOH: No conclusion yet if virus mutations caused case spike in Central Visayas
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DOH: No conclusion yet if virus mutations caused case spike in Central Visayas

DOH Secretary Francisco Duque III said it is unclear if the surge in cases in the region was caused by the recently detected virus mutations...
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Tropical cyclone “Auring” weakened into a tropical storm hours after it became a severe tropical storm, state weather bureau PAGASA said Friday in its 5 p.m. bulletin.

Full Post on Source: ‘Auring’ weakens into tropical storm
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‘Auring’ weakens into tropical storm

Tropical cyclone “Auring” weakened into a tropical storm hours after it became a severe tropical storm, state weather bureau PAGASA said Fri...
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Former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. may still appeal the dismissal of his vice presidential poll protest, Chief Justice DIosdado Peralta said, but he refused to discuss how a potential candidacy in the coming elections may affect the appeal.

Full Post on Source: Chief Justice Peralta says Marcos can appeal poll protest dismissal
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Chief Justice Peralta says Marcos can appeal poll protest dismissal

Former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. may still appeal the dismissal of his vice presidential poll protest, Chief Justice DIosdado Per...
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Of the 557,058 total confirmed cases, 32,440 or 5.8% are active. 

Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 557,058
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COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 557,058

Of the 557,058 total confirmed cases, 32,440 or 5.8% are active.  Full Post on Source: COVID-19 cases in Philippines rise to 557,058
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BuCor spokesperson Gabriel Chaclag confirmed that high-profile inmate Raymond Dominguez “was found lifeless at 6:20 a.m.”

Full Post on Source: Convicted carjack ring leader Raymond Dominguez found dead in Bilibid cell — BuCor
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Convicted carjack ring leader Raymond Dominguez found dead in Bilibid cell — BuCor

BuCor spokesperson Gabriel Chaclag confirmed that high-profile inmate Raymond Dominguez “was found lifeless at 6:20 a.m.” Full Post on So...
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Commit to a vaccination timeline before making public statements, Sen. Risa Hontiveros told the National Task Force Against COVID-19, amid several delays in the shipment of the badly-needed jabs. 

Full Post on Source: 'Clearly not off to a good start': Senator scores gov't for delayed vaccination program
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'Clearly not off to a good start': Senator scores gov't for delayed vaccination program

Commit to a vaccination timeline before making public statements, Sen. Risa Hontiveros told the National Task Force Against COVID-19, amid s...
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An editor of an alternative news site is still in jail two weeks since a Mandaluyong court junked charges of illegal possession of firearms and explosives against her, leaving her legal team planning their next moves to free her.

Full Post on Source: Still detained despite case dismissal, journalist’s lawyers plan next moves to free her
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Still detained despite case dismissal, journalist’s lawyers plan next moves to free her

An editor of an alternative news site is still in jail two weeks since a Mandaluyong court junked charges of illegal possession of firearms ...
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The National Bureau of Investigation is wrapping up its independent probe into the death of flight attendant Christine Dacera, who was found unconscious in a Makati hotel bathtub on New Year, Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said Friday.

Full Post on Source: NBI on last steps of probe into Dacera's death, Guevarra says
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NBI on last steps of probe into Dacera's death, Guevarra says

The National Bureau of Investigation is wrapping up its independent probe into the death of flight attendant Christine Dacera, who was found...
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“Janssen has already started the clinical trial proper, which covers patient screening, recruitment and vaccination,” DOST Undersecretary Rowena Guevara said in a briefing.

Full Post on Source: Janssen starts COVID-19 vaccine trial in Philippines
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Janssen starts COVID-19 vaccine trial in Philippines

“Janssen has already started the clinical trial proper, which covers patient screening, recruitment and vaccination,” DOST Undersecretary Ro...
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The biggest advantage of our drug is that it can be produced efficiently, effectively, rapidly, it's easy to produce at low cost, and [it has shown] no side effects," Dr. Nadir Arber of Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center said.

Full Post on Source: New Israeli drug successful vs fatal COVID-19 immune response in initial study — expert
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New Israeli drug successful vs fatal COVID-19 immune response in initial study — expert

The biggest advantage of our drug is that it can be produced efficiently, effectively, rapidly, it's easy to produce at low cost, and [i...
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The House of Representatives and the Senate are expected to pass on Monday a bill expediting the procurement of COVID-19 vaccines and providing for compensation to people who experience adverse effects after getting the shot.

Full Post on Source: Congress to pass bill speeding up procurement of COVID-19 vaccines on Monday
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Congress to pass bill speeding up procurement of COVID-19 vaccines on Monday

The House of Representatives and the Senate are expected to pass on Monday a bill expediting the procurement of COVID-19 vaccines and provid...
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Weather disturbance Auring (international name: Dujuan) has intensified into a severe tropical storm Friday morning, PAGASA said.

Full Post on Source: ‘Auring’ intensifies into a severe tropical storm
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‘Auring’ intensifies into a severe tropical storm

Weather disturbance Auring (international name: Dujuan) has intensified into a severe tropical storm Friday morning, PAGASA said. Full Po...
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Malacañang already expects that the Philippines would be placed under modified general community quarantine by March, even as President Rodrigo Duterte has yet to decide on whether to accept recommendations to put the entire country under the laxest quarantine regime.

Full Post on Source: Malacañang expects Philippines to shift to MGCQ by March
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Malacañang expects Philippines to shift to MGCQ by March

Malacañang already expects that the Philippines would be placed under modified general community quarantine by March, even as President Rodr...
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Amid the threat of the pandemic in our overcrowded prisons, more than 120,000 inmates were allowed provisional liberty since the lockdown in March last year, Chief Justice Diosdado Peralta said Friday.

Full Post on Source: Chief Justice Peralta: More than 120,000 inmates released since March
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Chief Justice Peralta: More than 120,000 inmates released since March

Amid the threat of the pandemic in our overcrowded prisons, more than 120,000 inmates were allowed provisional liberty since the lockdown in...
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The government’s pandemic task force wants financial institutions to allow senior citizens to no longer appear personally to get access to their pensions beginning March 1.

Full Post on Source: IATF wants senior citizens to no longer show up personally for their pension
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IATF wants senior citizens to no longer show up personally for their pension

The government’s pandemic task force wants financial institutions to allow senior citizens to no longer appear personally to get access to t...
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More areas in Caraga and Davao region may be placed under TCWS No. 1 in the next bulletin, which will be issued at 11 a.m.

Full Post on Source: Parts of Mindanao under Signal No. 1 due to Tropical Storm Auring
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Parts of Mindanao under Signal No. 1 due to Tropical Storm Auring

More areas in Caraga and Davao region may be placed under TCWS No. 1 in the next bulletin, which will be issued at 11 a.m. Full Post on S...
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The department stressed further investigation is needed to determine the public health implications of the mutations.

Full Post on Source: DOH confirms detection of COVID-19 mutations in Central Visayas
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DOH confirms detection of COVID-19 mutations in Central Visayas

The department stressed further investigation is needed to determine the public health implications of the mutations. Full Post on Source...
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"Only Chinese yes-men would believe that the coast guard law would not target any countries and is not an act of aggression," said Pamalakaya.

Full Post on Source: China's assurances over coast guard law won't work, Filipino fisherfolk say
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China's assurances over coast guard law won't work, Filipino fisherfolk say

"Only Chinese yes-men would believe that the coast guard law would not target any countries and is not an act of aggression," said...
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In a position paper released ahead of the UN Environment Assembly, 188 organizations from around the world stressed that single use, disposable products have “negative environmental impacts that humanity and the earth’s resources can simply not afford.”

Full Post on Source: Ditch harmful single-use products and systems, green groups urge
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Ditch harmful single-use products and systems, green groups urge

In a position paper released ahead of the UN Environment Assembly, 188 organizations from around the world stressed that single use, disposa...
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Tropical storm "Auring" may reach severe tropical storm status in the next 48 hours, PAGASA said Thursday, adding that it may start to bring heavy rainfall in Visayas and Mindanao beginning weekend.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' to reach tropical storm status in 48 hours — PAGASA
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'Auring' to reach tropical storm status in 48 hours — PAGASA

Tropical storm "Auring" may reach severe tropical storm status in the next 48 hours, PAGASA said Thursday, adding that it may star...
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Sen. Francis Pangilinan on Thursday urged the Commission on Elections to extend its registration period to accommodate 15 million eligible voters who are still unregistered.

Full Post on Source: With 15-M eligible voters still unregistered, Comelec urged to extend registration period
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With 15-M eligible voters still unregistered, Comelec urged to extend registration period

Sen. Francis Pangilinan on Thursday urged the Commission on Elections to extend its registration period to accommodate 15 million eligible v...
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The high court’s dismissal of former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s poll protest may have concluded the dictator’s son case against Vice President Leni Robredo, but the public should still guard against attempts by the family to return to power, civil society groups said.

Full Post on Source: Martial Law victims wary of Marcos return to power despite junked poll protest
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Martial Law victims wary of Marcos return to power despite junked poll protest

The high court’s dismissal of former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s poll protest may have concluded the dictator’s son case against ...
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Respondents have 15 days to file their counter-affidavit against the raps filed by police.

Full Post on Source: Raps filed vs 7 arrested in raid on Lumad Bakwit School in Cebu
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Raps filed vs 7 arrested in raid on Lumad Bakwit School in Cebu

Respondents have 15 days to file their counter-affidavit against the raps filed by police. Full Post on Source: Raps filed vs 7 arrested ...
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There is no reason for opposition Sen. Leila de Lima to celebrate despite the junking of one of her three drug cases because she is still in jail, Malacañang said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: Palace on De Lima's acquittal in drug case: Why celebrate when she's still in jail?
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Palace on De Lima's acquittal in drug case: Why celebrate when she's still in jail?

There is no reason for opposition Sen. Leila de Lima to celebrate despite the junking of one of her three drug cases because she is still in...
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Of the total cases, 31,115 or 5.6% are active, latest figures showed. 

Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,744 new COVID-19 cases as tally rises past 555,000
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Philippines logs 1,744 new COVID-19 cases as tally rises past 555,000

Of the total cases, 31,115 or 5.6% are active, latest figures showed.  Full Post on Source: Philippines logs 1,744 new COVID-19 cases as ...
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Galvez also announced that Duterte approved a memorandum order allowing LGUs to make advance payments of up to 50% to manufacturers of the badly-needed jabs.

Full Post on Source: Bills creating indemnity fund for COVID-19 jabs certified urgent
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Bills creating indemnity fund for COVID-19 jabs certified urgent

Galvez also announced that Duterte approved a memorandum order allowing LGUs to make advance payments of up to 50% to manufacturers of the b...
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"Only Chinese yes-men would believe that the coast guard law would not target any countries and is not an act of aggression," said Pamalakaya.

Full Post on Source: China's assurances over coast guard law won't work, Filipino fisherfolk says
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12:34 AM

China's assurances over coast guard law won't work, Filipino fisherfolk says

"Only Chinese yes-men would believe that the coast guard law would not target any countries and is not an act of aggression," said...
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In a briefing, Rabindra Abeyasinghe, WHO country representative, pointed out that there is a “relatively high level” of community transmission, which is “complicated” by the presence of new coronavirus variants.

Full Post on Source: WHO: Relaxing quarantine restrictions better done 'in very targeted manner'
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WHO: Relaxing quarantine restrictions better done 'in very targeted manner'

In a briefing, Rabindra Abeyasinghe, WHO country representative, pointed out that there is a “relatively high level” of community transmissi...
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Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine for COVID-19 is stuck in regulatory limbo in the Philippines as the country’s Food and Drug Administration reported it still lacks some crucial documents to speed up its approval for emergency use.

Full Post on Source: Lacking documents, Sputnik V gets stuck in Philippines’ regulatory limbo
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Lacking documents, Sputnik V gets stuck in Philippines’ regulatory limbo

Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine for COVID-19 is stuck in regulatory limbo in the Philippines as the country’s Food and Drug Administration report...
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Lawyer Dino De Leon said they intend to appeal the dismissal of their petition for bail, stressing that the senator is not a flight risk.

Full Post on Source: After aqcuittal in one drug case, De Lima lawyers to appeal bail plea in another
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After aqcuittal in one drug case, De Lima lawyers to appeal bail plea in another

Lawyer Dino De Leon said they intend to appeal the dismissal of their petition for bail, stressing that the senator is not a flight risk. ...
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Rather than target "perceived threats," the national police should go after fake vaccines which could jeopardize the inoculation program the national government hopes to roll out later this month, Sen. Nancy Binay said Thursday.

Full Post on Source: PNP told: Go after fake vaccine sellers, not teachers of displaced Lumads
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PNP told: Go after fake vaccine sellers, not teachers of displaced Lumads

Rather than target "perceived threats," the national police should go after fake vaccines which could jeopardize the inoculation p...
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Though not binding in any way, the recommendations of the MMC have historically been mirrored by the coronavirus task force and later approved by President Rodrigo Duterte.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila council votes to ease GCQ status to MGCQ
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Metro Manila council votes to ease GCQ status to MGCQ

Though not binding in any way, the recommendations of the MMC have historically been mirrored by the coronavirus task force and later approv...
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China continues to install structures on Philippine-claimed Mischief or Panganiban Reef in the South China Sea while the rest of the world battles the coronavirus pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Photos show more Chinese construction, new radars on Mischief Reef
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Photos show more Chinese construction, new radars on Mischief Reef

China continues to install structures on Philippine-claimed Mischief or Panganiban Reef in the South China Sea while the rest of the world b...
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"Under the Duterte administration, we have seen an increase of allegations by the military that these Lumad groups are ‘terrorists’. The reality is these communities have been caught for years in armed clashes between the military and armed groups," Gil said in her statement.

Full Post on Source: Rights groups sound alarm on 'troubling' raid on Lumad school in Cebu
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Rights groups sound alarm on 'troubling' raid on Lumad school in Cebu

"Under the Duterte administration, we have seen an increase of allegations by the military that these Lumad groups are ‘terrorists’. Th...
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“Auring,” the first tropical cyclone to enter Philippine jurisdiction this year, has intensified into a tropical storm ahead of its expected landfall over the Caraga region over the weekend.

Full Post on Source: ‘Auring’ intensifies into a tropical storm
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‘Auring’ intensifies into a tropical storm

“Auring,” the first tropical cyclone to enter Philippine jurisdiction this year, has intensified into a tropical storm ahead of its expected...
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Advocacy group Kapatid on Thursday called on the Commission on Human Rights to look into death of barely a month-old Baby Carlen who, like Baby River, was separated from detainee mother Nona Espinosa.

Full Post on Source: Group seeks CHR probe into death of infant child of political prisoner mom
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Group seeks CHR probe into death of infant child of political prisoner mom

Advocacy group Kapatid on Thursday called on the Commission on Human Rights to look into death of barely a month-old Baby Carlen who, like B...
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Andrew Erickson, a professor at the China Maritime Studies Institute at the US Naval War College, wrote that China fielded more battle force ships than the US Navy sometime between 2015 and 2020.

Full Post on Source: By number, China now has world's largest navy — report
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By number, China now has world's largest navy — report

Andrew Erickson, a professor at the China Maritime Studies Institute at the US Naval War College, wrote that China fielded more battle force...
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Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Thursday renewed her call on China to pay for the damage it caused and the marine wealth it took from the West Philippine Sea which she said now amounts to P800 billion.

Full Post on Source: China told: Time to ‘pay up’ for P800-B in maritime wealth taken from West Philippine Sea
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China told: Time to ‘pay up’ for P800-B in maritime wealth taken from West Philippine Sea

Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Thursday renewed her call on China to pay for the damage it caused and the marine wealth it took from the West Phili...
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In a report published Wednesday, the OCTA Research Team said that cases in Metro Manila—the epicenter of the country’s coronavirus outbreak—will reach 2,400 new cases per day should the government place it under modified general community quarantine, the most lenient quarantine status.

Full Post on Source: Metro Manila will be under 'constant' threat of surge if it shifts to MGCQ — OCTA
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Metro Manila will be under 'constant' threat of surge if it shifts to MGCQ — OCTA

In a report published Wednesday, the OCTA Research Team said that cases in Metro Manila—the epicenter of the country’s coronavirus outbreak—...
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Auring, the first tropical cyclone this year, is expected to intensify into a tropical storm within 24 hours, Benison Estareja, PAGASA weather specialist, said.

Full Post on Source: 'Auring' seen to intensify into tropical storm Friday
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'Auring' seen to intensify into tropical storm Friday

Auring, the first tropical cyclone this year, is expected to intensify into a tropical storm within 24 hours, Benison Estareja, PAGASA weath...
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Nearly 60 percent of Filipinos think that teenage pregnancy is the most important problem of women in the country, the Commission on Population (PopCom) said yesterday.

Full Post on Source: Teen pregnancy most important problem of women – poll
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Teen pregnancy most important problem of women – poll

Nearly 60 percent of Filipinos think that teenage pregnancy is the most important problem of women in the country, the Commission on Populat...
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Former Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle urged the Catholic faithful to devote their time during the Lenten season to praying, fasting and alms giving amid these trying times caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Full Post on Source: Faithful urged: Devote time for prayer, fasting
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Faithful urged: Devote time for prayer, fasting

Former Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle urged the Catholic faithful to devote their time during the Lenten season to praying, f...
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The expected arrival of Sinovac vaccines from China on Feb. 23 is still up in the air as the company has yet to submit four required documents to the Food and Drug Administration.

Full Post on Source: FDA: No EUA, no Sinovac in Philippines
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FDA: No EUA, no Sinovac in Philippines

The expected arrival of Sinovac vaccines from China on Feb. 23 is still up in the air as the company has yet to submit four required documen...
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President Duterte knows the Constitution and is in fact trained in law, Malacañang officials said yesterday to counter Sen. Panfilo Lacson’s suggestion that the Chief Executive may have missed some provisions when he insisted the Senate should keep out of foreign affairs.

Full Post on Source: Palace twits Lacson: Lawyer Duterte knows the Constitution
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Palace twits Lacson: Lawyer Duterte knows the Constitution

President Duterte knows the Constitution and is in fact trained in law, Malacañang officials said yesterday to counter Sen. Panfilo Lacson’s...
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Determining the quarantine classification to be imposed on an area or region should depend on the preparedness of local government units to manage the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Department of Health.

Full Post on Source: DOH: Nationwide MGCQ will depend on LGUs
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DOH: Nationwide MGCQ will depend on LGUs

Determining the quarantine classification to be imposed on an area or region should depend on the preparedness of local government units to ...
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Science and medical experts, not politicians should decide on resuming face-to-face learning, said the House Committee on Education chairman.

Full Post on Source: Panel of science, medical experts sought for plans to resume physical classes
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Panel of science, medical experts sought for plans to resume physical classes

Science and medical experts, not politicians should decide on resuming face-to-face learning, said the House Committee on Education chairman...
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Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Wednesday said the tourism department is hopeful that the country would reopen to foreign tourists this year.

Full Post on Source: DOT hoping to welcome foreign tourists in Philippines in 2021
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DOT hoping to welcome foreign tourists in Philippines in 2021

Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Wednesday said the tourism department is hopeful that the country would reopen to foreign touri...
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Advocates pushing for education reform seek swift action from government on a "looming learning crisis" from the distance learning setup.

Full Post on Source: Group's surveys air concern on 'looming learning crisis' in Philippines
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Group's surveys air concern on 'looming learning crisis' in Philippines

Advocates pushing for education reform seek swift action from government on a "looming learning crisis" from the distance learning...
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A House leader called on Philippine National Police chief Gen. Debold Sinas to relieve police officers involved in the raid on a makeshift Lumad school at the Talamban campus of the University of San Carlos in Cebu City which resulted in 25 people being taken into police custody.

Full Post on Source: House leader calls for relief of cops involved in raid on Lumad school
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House leader calls for relief of cops involved in raid on Lumad school

A House leader called on Philippine National Police chief Gen. Debold Sinas to relieve police officers involved in the raid on a makeshift L...
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