FDA clears AstraZeneca for use anew, says benefits outweigh concerns
In a Palace briefing, FDA chief Eric Domingo said the vaccine’s benefits outweigh the risks, citing the World Health Organization (WHO).
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Book about internet safety for kids out
Online cybersecurity company Fortinet has published a book for children about the do’s and don’ts of the internet, titled “Cyber Safe: A Dog’s Guide to Internet Security.”With children spending more time on the internet due to restrictions of the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Agri, food sectors key to PH’s economic recovery – study
The economic impact of agriculture and food industries in Southeast Asia (Oxford Economics). The agriculture and food sectors will be the main drivers of post-pandemic economic growth, a study has found.The study commissioned by food manufacturer organization Food...
Netflix’s ‘Never Have I Ever’ to return this July
The new season of Netflix’s “Never Have I Ever” will premier in July 2021, the streaming company announced on April 14. In a press release, Netflix said that the coming-of-age comedy show was renewed for season two with 10 episodes. The exact release date has yet to...
Duterte allows gov’t to enter into new mining deals
Duterte’s order said only 5 percent of the Philipines’s mineral resources had been utilized.
US donates P170M to support PH vaccine roll-out
Chargé d’Affaires John Law announces that the United States will provide Philippines a P170 million assistance to support Department of Health (DOH) in its Covid-19 vaccine roll-out The United States has provided P170 million in financial assistance to support the...
Covid-19 cases on the rise in five regions
The Department of Health (DOH) observed a spike in coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) infections in five regions with the Philippines still in the middle of a surge in infections.
DOH reports 8,122 new Covid-19 infections
The Philippines reported 8,122 new coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) infections, raising the nationwide tally to 892,880.
Survive we must, but we must do a lot more
The world is now on its second year of the coronavirus pandemic. More than a couple of million people have died, and so many millions more have been infected, but the end is still nowhere in sight. Physical survival remains the single common concern of all, yet mere...
A dishonest nation?
Rogelio, a 59-year-old seasonal carpenter, skipped work for two days — Thursday and Friday — last week to await cash aid from the social welfare department at an open basketball court near his barangay in Mandaluyong City.But, on Monday, he did not report for work...
SHIT in the time of COVID
The following was forwarded to me, and instead of trashing it because of its title and its unknown origin (although its references are mostly Christian), I gave it a chance—and I am thankful I did.
Again, the issue on the Separation of Church and State
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) came out with A Pastoral Letter and A Call to Prayer on July 16 appealing to the Filipinos to pray for the country because of the threat of abuses to freedom due to the signing of the Anti-Terrorism Law on July 3.
Roque says PGH admission took 4 days
“Nasa ordinaryong room po ako. Apat na araw po, it took four days before I could actually enter,” he said in a virtual presser.
Nothing wrong with Duterte’s planned absence from public eye—Palace
Asked about Duterte’s deliberate absence, Palace spokesman Harry Roque said the public was better off not meddling with the president’s views.
Duterte willing to waive Covid-19 vaccine slot
Duterte, 76, said the government should prioritize those who would go on to live longer lives.
Mayor Vico Sotto doesn’t want to see your butt
In a Facebook live, Sotto said he had received at least two butt shots from Pasigeños on his social media accounts.
Metro Manila to have shorter curfew hours under MECQ
Metro Manila will have shortened curfew hours starting April 12 as the capital region shifts to modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ).Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman Benhur Abalos said that Metro Manila mayors had agreed to implement...
Long queues mark start of cash distribution in QC
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Thursday apologized on ABS-CBN's Teleradyo after a number of recipients did not receive any cash assistance after waiting for hours.This after authorities decided that only 2,000 city residents per day would be given cash assistance,...
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Papal envoy: 500 years of Christianity in PH a ‘paradox’ of faith
Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Charles Brown leads the Mass for the celebration of 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines in Cebu City. Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Charles Brown lauded Filipinos as “new missionaries of the...
IATF-Visayas releases Covid vaccination manual
IATF Visayas Chief Implementer Mel Feliciano hands over a Covid-19 vaccination manual to Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia. Health officials in Central Visayas launched on Wednesday a manual to implement the community vaccination in the region.Retired general Mel Feliciano,...
Ilagan bishop ‘well and safe’ after car accident
Bishop David William Antonio of the Diocese of Ilagan, Isabela is “well and safe” after figuring in a vehicular accident on Monday afternoon, his diocese said.
Agri, food sectors key to PH’s economic recovery – study
The economic impact of agriculture and food industries in Southeast Asia (Oxford Economics). The agriculture and food sectors will be the main drivers of post-pandemic economic growth, a study has found.The study commissioned by food manufacturer organization Food...
3rd-gen Tan brothers lead Tanduay’s US, e-commerce ventures
Third-generation Tan brothers Kyle Tan (left) and Lucio Tan III (right). Two grandsons of tycoon Lucio Tan Sr. are spearheading Tanduay Distillers Inc. ’s e-commerce venture and a partnership deal in Arizona.Tanduay President and COO Lucio Tan III and his younger...
PH firms focused on customers, workers in post-pandemic strategy – study
To bounce back from the economic drawbacks of the pandemic, Philippine enterprises are prioritizing consumer expectations and improving “experience management” in the workplace, a study has found.A survey from enterprise software company SAP found that both big...
Book about internet safety for kids out
Online cybersecurity company Fortinet has published a book for children about the do’s and don’ts of the internet, titled “Cyber Safe: A Dog’s Guide to Internet Security.”With children spending more time on the internet due to restrictions of the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Tagle tells parents to forgo parties, focus on faith after baptism
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle leads Mass for the Filipino Community in Rome, marking 500 years since the first baptisms in the Philippines. (Dominus Est livestream) Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Divine Mercy Sunday cautioned parents not to make baptism a “mere custom”...
‘Shopee Bayanihan’ seeks contactless donations to help pandemic response
Shopee on Friday announced that users have been given the option to donate via “Shopee Bayanihan” to support any of its 49 institutional partners including the Philippine Red Cross and Kaya Natin Movement.“Shopee is fully committed in utilizing our platform for the...
Netflix’s ‘Never Have I Ever’ to return this July
The new season of Netflix’s “Never Have I Ever” will premier in July 2021, the streaming company announced on April 14. In a press release, Netflix said that the coming-of-age comedy show was renewed for season two with 10 episodes. The exact release date has yet to...
‘Army of the Dead’ to premiere on Netflix this May
American zombie heist film “Army of the Dead” will premiere on Netflix on May 21, Netflix announced Wednesday.The movie will feature some of Hollywood’s stars such as retired professional wrestler Dave Bautista, Ella Purnell, Omari Hardwick, Ana De La Reguera, Theo...
Webtoon-based ‘Sound of Magic’ K-drama cast announced
Streaming giant Netflix confirmed on Thursday that top Korean star Ji Chang Wook (Lovestruck in the City), rising star Hwang In Yeop (True Beauty) and rookie actress Choi Seung Eun (Start-Up) will join the cast of the new Netflix K-drama “The Sound of Magic.”The drama...
Candy Pangilinan, seminarian-vlogger lead winners of Catholic Social Media Awards
TV host Candy Pangilinan and popular vlogger “Rix the Seminarian” emerged as winners in the 2020 Catholic Social Media Awards (CSMA), organized by YouthPinoy, Areopagus Communications Inc. and the Media Office of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines.The...
AFP recognizes ABS-CBN journo’s coverage of West PH Sea controversy
The Armed Forces of the Philippines recognized ABS-CBN reporter Chiara Zambrano’s coverage of the West Philippine Sea.
NUJP urges media companies to protect media workers
The NUJP called for media companies to provide their workers with free swab testing, hazard pay “especially for those covering on the ground” and health insurance.
PBA: Rich Team, Poor Team
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) we have right now is very different from the league we grew up with. Back in the day, teams like Sta. Lucia, Shell, Swift (for a time Pop Cola and Sunkist) and Alaska, which were not part of a conglomerate, could win a...
Tokyo Olympics won’t allow spectators from abroad
Spectators from overseas were barred from attending this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 to prevent the spread of Covid-19.The decision was made in a virtual meeting of five parties — the International Olympic Committee, Tokyo Metropolitan Government,...
UAAP cancels Season 83, cites health, safety concerns
The league announced this in a statement on Friday, citing concerns over student-athletes’ health and safety.