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Covid-19 Situation ‘Manageable'

ICU utilization rate in Metro Manila down by 50% – treatment czar

PAL Test Flight From Kuala Lumpur Opens Laoag Regional Airport

LAOAG CITY – Citing the increasing demand for Filipinos wanting to go home from abroad, the province of Ilocos Norte has finally allowed regional flights to open at the Laoag International Airport (LIA).

Uptrend In Foreign Trade Volume Signals Possible Recovery

The doubling of the country’s international trade volume in April 2021 after both imports and exports registered the biggest increases in more than a decade could be a signal that both the domestic and global economy are headed for recovery.

‘More jabs into arms' key to effective containment

For the second half of June, Metro Manila and Bulacan shall be under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) “with some restrictions” while the rest of the areas under the National Capitol Region (NCR) plus bubble remain under GCQ “with heightened restrictions.”

Saso rises to No. 8 in world rankings

A week after ruling the US Women’s Open golf championship, Yuka Saso has moved up a spot higher in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings, now occupying the eighth spot.

DepEd confirms errors in learning modules

After validating with concerned regional and division offices, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, June 14, confirmed that it was able to find 155 errors in learning materials distributed to students under the distance learning set-up implemented this school year.

Pandemic turns Pangasinan town into cassava capital

National government pledges support

China warns NATO it won't ‘sit back' if challenged by bloc

China warned the North Atlantic Treaty Organization it won’t “sit back” in the face of any challenges, illustrating the potential for tensions to escalate while the US tries to convince its allies to take a tougher approach to the Asian nation.

Baguio Opens Economy Anew Due To Losses Worth Billions In Tourism

BAGUIO CITY – For the ninth time, Mayor Benjamin Magalong is urging residents and visitors to strictly adhere to Minimum Public Health Standards (MPHS) as protection against the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Cafe In San Pablo Uses Edible Straw Made Of Rice And Tapioca

San Pablo, Laguna - A coffee shop in Sampalok Lake is gaining attention for using edible straws for cold drinks.

Netanyahu Ousted As Israel's PM By 1 Vote

JERUSALEM (AFP) – A mot-ley alliance of Israeli parties on Sunday ended Benjamin Netanyahu's 12 straight years as prime minister, as parliament voted in a new government led by his former ally, right-wing Jewish nationalist Naftali Bennett.

No Decision Yet On Kai Suiting Up In Qualifiers

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas said plenty of factors will be determined before Gilas Pilipinas decides whether to play Kai Sotto as early as the first game of the resumption of the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.

Putting More Sense Into Regulations On Bike Lanes

Let us be reminded once again of the value of the bicycle, the simple yet efficient means of active transport. The pandemic and its social limitations have thrust bicycles to the forefront as one of the most accessible and possibly safest ways to get around the city or neighborhood.

Protect The Delivery Service Riders From Fake, Fickle Customers

The delivery service riders are now a regular sight around commercial and residential areas around the country. They are the front-liners who connect people in quarantine to the essential things they need.

Trip To Space With Jeff Bezos Sells For $28 M

WASHINGTON (AFP) - An unnamed bidder paid $28 million at auction Saturday for a seat alongside Jeff Bezos on board the first crewed spaceflight of the billionaire's company Blue Origin next month.

'Pacquiao Nothing More To Prove'

Fortune says MP is 'definition of a champion'

Ancient Ritual Performed Vs Covid-19 In Baguio

BAGUIO CITY – As the pandemic continues to claim the lives of so many loved ones, members of the media here held an ancient ritual called “senga” to ask for protection against the dreaded COVID-19.

Eala, Russian pal advance to finals

Alex Eala and Russian partner Oksana Selekhmeteva advanced to the finals of the Roland Garros Girls Doubles after routing Italian duo Lisa Pigato and Eleonora Alvisi, 6-2, 6-1, in the semifinal round in Paris, France yesterday.

Manila's Mega COVID-19 Field Hospital completed in just 52 days

The Manila City government has completed the construction of its Mega COVID-19 Field Hospital at Rizal Park’s Burnham Green in just 52 days.

The Supreme Court: Listening to the voice of the people

There are no shortcuts when it comes to protecting the civil liberties and rights of peoples under a country’s constitution. Enforcing the people’s constitutional rights is no small matter and is of paramount importance, a particularly daunting task that rests squarely on the shoulders of the members of the country’s highest judicial body, the Supreme Court.

Embiid stars for Sixers; Suns near series sweep

Philly grabs 2-1 lead; Booker leads Phoenix

Biden greets PH on 123rd Independence Day

United States President Joe Biden greeted the Philippines on its 123rd Independence Day on Saturday, June 12, and called for the continued partnership between the two countries to defeat the pandemic and strengthen preparedness for the next one.

Jill Biden brings LOVE from America

CARBIS BAY, United Kingdom (AFP) — US First Lady Jill Biden struck an inclusive tone Thursday, in her choice of words and clothing, as she accompanied her husband President Joe Biden on his first foreign tour.

Clarkson comes to aid of Filipino owner of vandalized food truck

Jordan Clarkson said he didn’t hesitate in offering help the moment he saw pictures of a Filipino food truck being vandalized in Utah.

Doors swing open for indoor training

IATF now allows 30 % capacity in sports venues

Historical sites, gyms to open at 30 % capacity

The government's pandemic task force has allowed the limited operations of historical sites and museums in the National Capital Region-plus (NCR-plus) bubble area, Malacañang said Friday.

Villar: Kalayaan Bridge connecting Pasig and Taguig all set for Independence Day opening

True to its word, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will open to the motoring public today, June 12, the new Sta. MonicaLawton Bridge, which links the business and industrial hubs of the cities of Pasig, Makati, and Taguig.

Vaccination to shift to high gear with more doses available

Now that a more substantial number of vaccines is set to arrive in the country this month – about 9.95 million as per vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. – expect the country’s vaccination rollout to shift to high gear in the third quarter of 2021.

Record IPO boosts family fortunes to $3.6 B

Two families behind the best-selling Lucky Me! instant noodles are sitting on a fortune worth billions of dollars after a record IPO in the Philippines, the latest example of the vast wealth being created in Asia as companies go public.

UN chief to push G7 action on COVID-19, climate change

UNITED NATIONS (Xinhua) -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will travel to Britain on Thursday to attend the 2021 Group of Seven (G7) summit that is held in Cornwall, where he will participate in a number of working sessions, said his spokesman.