Gov’t places Iloilo City under modified lockdown
ILOILO City in the central part of the Philippines has been placed under a modified enhanced community quarantine, the second strictest lockdown level, from May 23 to 31 following a surge in coronavirus infections.
Measure seeks expansion of telecommuting law to public sector
A SENATOR filed a measure seeking to expand the coverage of the telecommuting law to the public sector.
EdTech firm says teachers, as well as students, need help in the digital shift
EDUCATION technology firm Blackboard, Inc. said institutions need to focus on teachers, more than on students, as learning systems shift towards a more digital platform.
Philippines adds 6,285 COVID-19 cases
The Department of Health (DoH) reported 6,285 coronavirus infections on Friday, bringing the total to 1.17 million.
The death toll rose by 141 to 19,763,...
Green lane for vaccinated tourists eyed
The Tourism department on Friday said it had recommended that a green lane for vaccinated tourists be set up.
“The green lane will pave the...
Traffic expected as NLEX starts bridge repairs
Motorists may experience delays as NLEX Corp. has started repairs on Meycauayan and Bigaa bridges in Bulacan province, both built in the 1960s, the...
Senate OK’s bill on child sexual abuse
The Senate on Thursday approved on second reading a bill seeking to strengthen the country’s law against sexual abuse of children online.
The Senate approved...
Halt announcements of COVID-19 vaccine brands, local gov’ts told
LOCAL governments have been ordered not to announce the brand of vaccines that are being given out to the public to prevent people who prefer certain brands from flocking to vaccination sites.
6,100 more people infected with virus; total deaths at 19,641
THE DEPARTMENT of Health (DoH) reported 6,100 coronavirus infections on Thursday, bringing the total to 1.17 million.
Duterte to meet with ex-presidents to tackle China dispute
PHILIPPINE President Rodrigo R. Duterte would meet with the country’s former top leaders to seek their advice on the sea dispute with China, according to the presidential palace.
Immigration bureau anticipates Philippine border reopening by yearend
THE PHILIPPINES could start relaxing border restrictions before the end of the year given the ongoing vaccine rollout against coronavirus, an immigration official said on Thursday.
Lawmakers seek probe on NEA Board over alleged abuse of discretion
FOUR LAWMAKERS filed a house resolution calling for an investigation of the National Electrification Administration (NEA) Board of Administrators’ alleged overreach on the appointment of electric cooperatives’ general managers.