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Mass Gatherings Now Allowed Under MGCQ

Religious services, work conferences permitted up to 50% seating capacity

PH Schools Turn To Online Learning

Several institutions have implemented distance learning programs in a bid for education to go on despite the health crisis

Visiting Forces Agreement with US stays, for now – DFA

The Philippine government on Tuesday suspended the abrogation of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States “in light of political and other developments in the region.”

US protests defy curfews as Trump faces backlash for violent crackdown

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — Pro-testers defied curfews across the United States Tuesday as leaders scrambled to stem anger over police racism while President Donald Trump rejected criticism over his use of force to break up a peaceful rally.

SOMETIMES HOPE COMES IN SMALL, BANANA LEAF PACKAGES

Gubat in Quezon City hires displaced tricycle drivers to deliver binalot-style meals, so they can earn during the quarantine

Protest demonstrations hit many US cities

George Floyd, a black man arrested in his car on a street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, died after a white policeman knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes, ignoring his words “I can’t breathe.” For days now, protesters have gathered in the streets of many US cities — New York, St. Paul, Philadelphia, Miami, Detroit, Los Angeles — to denounce the incident and hundreds of people in London, Berlin, and Paris have voiced their solidarity with the US protesters.

45TH PBA SEASON - Team practices could start July

Letter to be sent IATF containing guidelines, protocols

A More Just Society In A Post-Covid World

“We are one humanity,” Pope Francis said Sunday in a video message to mark the feast of Pentecost, a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles and other followers of Christ. On that first day of the Pentecost, according to the Biblical account, there was a “mighty rushing wind” and “tongues as of fire” as the Spirit descended on some 120 followers, including the Apostles and Mary and other female disciples.

Going Loco(Motion)

Get ready to the new ways of moving on land, sea, and air

Guarantee Agency Provides Credit Relief

State-run Philippine Guarantee Corp. (PHILGUAR-ANTEE) has extended its financial assistance to small businesses as well as clients in the agriculture and housing sectors devastated by the coronavirus pandemic.

PSA Forum - Ramirez Says Full Allowances Of Ph Athletes To Be Restored

Philippine Sports Commission chairman Butch Ramirez assured national athletes they will be taken cared of despite the agency’s reduced budget brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

PSA Forum Online - Olympic Athletes Priority

POC chief vows to fight for athletes once COVID-19 vaccine available

The Many Ways Covid-19 Is Surprisingly Attacking Your Body

Coronavirus disease destroys the lungs. But doctors are finding its damage in kidneys, hearts, and elsewhere

Could The Covid-19 Cure Be Found in Nature?

On nutraceuticals and botanical treatments for the coronavirus disease

Hopes Up For New MMDA Plan For EDSA

Epifanio de los Santos Ave. (EDSA) has long been a major traffic problem. Until the COVID-19 restrictions went into effect last March, slow-moving traffic was the norm along EDSA. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) drew up special traffic plans and programs for it, with President Duterte himself setting a goal of a five-minute drive from Ayala Ave. in Makati to Cubao in Quezon City.

Transport Woes Mar Day 1 of GCQ

Traditional jeepneys may make comeback if transport shortage persists

Why Covid-19 (Mostly) Spares Children

So far, very few young children seem to be falling ill. The pattern was seen in outbreaks of MERS and SARS, too.

Chris Hemsworth On Coping With Covid-19 In Australia

Los Angeles – Chris Hemsworth is enjoying the lockdown. The 36-year-old Australian actor who is isolating with his family in his native Byron Bay, Australia is relishing time with family and being with the kids when we talked to him recently via video interview.

Metro Manila Eases To GCQ

As Metro Manila transi-tions today to General Community Quarantine (GCQ) and more relaxed measures to help jumpstart the economy, Malacañang rallied the nation not to waste the sacrifices made over the past few weeks and continue to observe health precautions such as mask-wearing and safe distancing in public.

Iloilo's Artists Unite, Raise Funds For Face Masks

Visual artists may not be in the frontline as the world continues to battle an un-seen enemy, but they do embrace humanity. To say the least, this is not easy when artists also bear the brunt of the (Covid-19.) In Iloilo, artists are no exception to humanity’s reawakening as they step up to do their share in crisis.

On-Line News Here And Abroad

On-line communications and social media were very much in the news last week. With restrictions on people’s move-ments in countries around the globe, many people took to their laptops and computers to connect with their offices and reach out to other people.

This Artist Sells Handmade, Eco-Friendly Art Supplies

All of her materials are all locally sourced too!

Ear Savers For Lifesavers Look: This Group Makes This Crochet Face Mask Accessory For Frontline Workers

Past times of yore have been all the rage during this pandemic—boardgames, flower pressing, jigsaw puzzles, baking bread—and on that list, crocheting continues to climb. Tutorials and essays espousing the healing powers of crocheting have flooded the Internet. In short: We’ve hit peak crafting.

Easing Lockdowns Demands Extra Vigilance

WHO urges Asian countries to strengthen health care system as the pandemic is 'far from over'

Surviving In This Period Of Uncertainty

Today is the last day of the month of May. Around the world, May has been a no-table month for various reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States death toll reached and exceeded 100,000 Thursday, the most among all countries in the world.

This Is Why — LeBron

James, Kerr, Curry, others enraged over death of black man

AFTER GEORGE FLOYD Coco Gauff: Am I next?

Tennis phenom vows to use voice to fight racism

10 ways local airlines will change as a result of COVID-19

New sanitation protocols, intensified procedures, tightened security—what will flying look like when commercial flights begin? We asked top local airlines Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and Air Asia Philippines how air travel will be different in the next chapter

Keep it together in a crisis

Minimize anxiety and stress at home with these family bonding activities

A workable compromise for public school classrooms

The opening of classes in the Philippines this coming school year remains an open question. President Duterte said this week he is against opening schools until a vaccine for COVID-19 is developed.