LIST: Local governments throw support behind community pantries
"What they're doing is laudable, and when it comes to the spirit of bayanihan, we're really all for it," he said. .....»»
Despite NTF-ELCAC claims, Palace says community pantries welcome
"As far as the community pantry is concerned, the position of the president is clear," the president's spokesperson said......»»
On Earth Day, group says money for anti-red task force better spent on environment
In the Philippines, defending the environment can be dangerous as the country has been declared the second deadliest in the world for land and environmental defenders......»»
Elderly teachers, school staff or those with comorbidities can already get vaccine — DepEd
The Department of Education on Thursday said teachers and school staff who are senior citizens or with comorbidities can already get vaccinated for the COVID-19 prior to the targeted start by June......»»
Duterte to skip ASEAN summit on coup-hit Myanmar
"The President, through Secretary Locsin, will convey the Philippines’ commitment to ASEAN’s collective efforts in addressing threats and challenges to peace and stability in the region," DFA said. .....»»
500K more Sinovac doses arrive in Manila
"More or less 100,000 doses will go to Metro Manila. The deployment will be done in two to three days and we expect it to be administered within one week," Galvez said......»»
Palace disputes, downplays dip in World Press Freedom Index
"In the same way that we expect the president not to be onion-skinned, the media should not be onion-skinned when the president responds," the president's spokesperson said. .....»»
Sara Duterte tops Pulse Asia poll on possible presidential bets with 27%
An early election poll has suggested that 27% of its respondents prefer Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte as their choice in the presidential elections in 2022, with 16% for Manila's Isko Moreno as vice president......»»
Philippines borrows over P122 billion in largest euro bond sale
The Philippine government successfully raised €2.1 billion in new debt......»»
Energy officials downplay Luzon power outage fears as demand has yet to peak
The energy department sought to downplay power outage concerns in Luzon, saying that demand has yet to peak even as the dry season is already pushing up consumption......»»
Gabbi Garcia fires back at basher of her community pantry
Kapuso actress Gabbi Garcia launched her own version of community pantry in Paranaque City. .....»»
Double jackpot for Australia-bound Kai Sotto
Filipino wunderkind Kai Sotto's upcoming trip to "Down Under" to play for Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League is more than just a new beginning as he has also hit double jackpot with regards to his Gilas Pilipinas commitment and ultimate NBA dream......»»
NDRRMC: 4 dead, 13 hurt due to Bising
At least four people have died and 13 others were injured due to Typhoon Bising, latest data from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council showed......»»
Hidilyn’s heir on the rise
Philippine weightlifting has a rising star in teenage sensation Vanessa Sarno......»»
State bonds to stay most appealing, but equities worth a second look
“ROPs will continue to mildly attract investors in search of better returns amidst stable currencies...,” FMIC & UA&P said......»»
Philippines sees 8,767 new COVID-19 cases
The Philippines on Thursday recorded 8,767 additional COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of infections to 971,049......»»
Initiative seeks greener EDSA designed for better mobility
"We would like to see a calmer EDSA with clean energy and public transportation," said Green EDSA Movement chairman Eduardo Yap......»»
FDA wants more flexibility on experimental drugs during emergencies
The Food and Drug Administration said that it needs a new law to give it more flexibility in regulating experimental drugs during emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic......»»
Palace defends red-tagging task force’s P19B budget
Malacañang on Thursday said calls from lawmakers to defund the government's anti-communist task force are not "justified" even amid the red-tagging of community pantry organizers by its spokespersons. .....»»
Worried police have profiled you? IBP has guidance on what to do
If police asked for your personal data and you fear that you have been profiled, Integrated Bar of the Philippines President Domingo Egon Cayosa gives guidance on what to do......»»