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PH can vaccinate children aged 12 to 17 by mid-October, suggests Galvez

September 23, 2021
Pres. Duterte signs law taxing POGOs, majority of targeted revenue to fund health care

September 23, 2021
PHL COVID-19 tally rises to 2,434,753

September 23, 2021
Almost 70 percent of target population in Metro Manila already fully vaccinated, says Palace

September 23, 2021
Pres. Duterte says face shields no longer required to be worn outside

September 23, 2021

National

PH can vaccinate children aged 12 to 17 by mid-October, suggests Galvez

September 23, 2021

Expected vaccine supplies can be used to vaccinate up to 12 million children, says vaccine czar (Eagle News) – The Philippine government might just open vaccination for children aged 12 to 17 years old by mid-October as the country receives more supplies of vaccines. This was raised by National Task Force Against COVID-19 chief implementer Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., during the Sept. 22 Talk to the People of President Rodrigo Duterte. “We are proposing […]

Pres. Duterte signs law taxing POGOs, majority of targeted revenue to fund health care

September 23, 2021

(Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte signed into law on Wednesday, Sept 22, an act taxing Philippine Gaming Offshore Operations (POGOs). Malacanang announced this today, Thursday, Sept. 23, saying this was part of the Philippine government’s regulation of all kinds of gambling. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said Republic Act 11590, which taxes POGOs, allocates 60 percent of total revenue collected from gaming tax imposed on offshore gambling to be be allocated for the implementation […]

PHL COVID-19 tally rises to 2,434,753

September 23, 2021

(Eagle News) — COVID-19 cases in the Philippines rose to 2,434,753 after the Department of Health reported 17,411 additional cases. The DOH said 77 duplicates were removed from the total case count. Of the total cases, it said 165,790 were active. Of these, 92.1 percent were mild, 3.1 percent asymptomatic, 0.7 percent critical, 1.5 percent severe, and 2.73 percent were moderate. Recoveries rose to 2,231,558 with the addition of 14,090 recoveries. The DOH said 88 […]

Almost 70 percent of target population in Metro Manila already fully vaccinated, says Palace

September 23, 2021

Herd immunity target in NCR close to being achieved as more are vaccinated (Eagle News) – Almost 70 percent of the target population in Metro Manila has already been fully vaccinated which means it is near the target of possible herd immunity for the population in the country’s capital region. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, in his regular press briefing on Thursday, Sept. 23, announced the latest data that those fully vaccinated in the National […]

PNP announces promotion of five senior police officials

September 23, 2021

(Eagle News) — The Philippine National Police on Thursday, Sept. 23, announced the promotion of five senior police officials. In a statement, the PNP said Police Major General Omega Jireh D Fidel, the Director for Investigation and Detective Management, and Police Major General Felipe R Natividad, the Director of the Special Action Force received their second star after President Rodrigo Duterte gave his approval. Meanwhile, the following were promoted to the rank of Police Brigadier […]

Metro

Almost 70 percent of target population in Metro Manila already fully vaccinated, says Palace

September 23, 2021

MIAA releases list of operational commercial flights for Thursday, Sept. 23

September 23, 2021
MIAA releases list of operational commercial flights for Wednesday, Sept. 22

September 22, 2021

Agila Pilipinas

4.5-magnitude quake strikes Occidental Mindoro early Thursday, Sept. 23

September 23, 2021

(Eagle News) — A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck Occidental Mindoro early Thursday, Sept. 23. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake, an aftershock of the 4.9-magnitude quake in the area on Sept. 22, hit at 3:47 a.m. It had its epicenter 12 kilometers northwest of Mamburao. The depth of focus was 12 kilometers. The following instrumental intensities were reported: Instrumental Intensities: Intensity III – Calapan City and Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro; Intensity II -Batangas […]

2 barangays in Hamtic, Antique affected by floods; 31 families evacuated

September 22, 2021
Eleazar orders probe into two drug suspects’ alleged transactions with some Cebu City Jail detainees

September 22, 2021

International

Chinese jets fly near Taiwan as Beijing opposes island’s trade deal bid

September 23, 2021

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AFP) — China on Thursday voiced opposition to Taiwan joining a major trans-Pacific trade deal as it flew 24 planes including two nuclear-capable bombers into the self-ruled island’s air defence zone, the biggest incursion in weeks, Taiwanese officials said. Last week Beijing submitted its own application to become a member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Taiwan has lobbied for years to join and announced on Thursday that it […]

Germany readies for election that will end Merkel era

September 23, 2021

by Michelle FITZPATRICK Agence France Presse FRANKFURT, Germany (AFP) — Germany goes to the polls on Sunday in an election that will see Angela Merkel step down after 16 years in power, sparking a knife-edge race to lead Europe’s biggest economy. The first chancellor not to seek re-election since 1949, Merkel’s decision to bow out sets the country synonymous with stability on course for change no matter who wins when the final count is […]

‘People have lost hope’: Lebanon’s only suicide hotline inundated

September 23, 2021

by Hashem Osseiran BEIRUT, Lebanon (AFP) — The phones at Lebanon’s only suicide hotline hardly ever stop ringing as people grow more and more desperate in the face of a financial downturn that has spurred a mental health crisis. In one call, a father says he is thinking of taking his own life because he is unable to feed his children, and in another, a man recently made homeless says he has lost all hope. […]

Taiwan applies to join Pacific trade deal days after China

September 23, 2021

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AFP) — Taiwan has applied to join a major trans-Pacific trade deal, officials confirmed Thursday, days after China said it also wanted to become a member of the agreement. Signed by 11 Asia-Pacific countries in 2018, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is the region’s biggest free-trade pact and accounts for around 13.5 percent of the global economy. “Most of (the CPTPP’s) member countries are Taiwan’s key trade partners, accounting […]

Technology

NASA selects Moon site for ice-hunting rover

September 21, 2021

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — NASA on Monday announced it would land an ice-seeking rover on a region of the Moon’s south pole called the Nobile Crater in 2023. The space agency hopes the robot will confirm the presence of water ice just below the surface, which could one day be converted into rocket fuel for missions to Mars and deeper into the cosmos. “Nobile Crater is an impact crater near the south pole that […]

Apple gets nod for new emojis

September 19, 2021
Computing pioneer Clive Sinclair dies at 81

September 17, 2021

Sports

Nets say ‘positive’ contract talks with Harden, Irving

September 22, 2021

NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — The Brooklyn Nets have had “positive” contract extension talks with James Harden and Kyrie Irving as the team aims to build a championship-winning roster, general manager Sean Marks said Tuesday. Harden and Irving are reportedly close to agreeing terms on new long-term deals which could see both players remain in Brooklyn for three and four more seasons respectively. “We’ve had very positive conversations with both of those guys,” Marks […]

Palace congratulates Filipino billiard player Carlo Biado for winning 2021 US Open Pool Championship

September 20, 2021
Afghan girls’ football team flees to Pakistan

September 15, 2021

Iglesia Ni Cristo's generosity and resilience continue in Hawaii

Elizabeth, New Jersey declares July 27 Iglesia Ni Cristo Day; INC receives recognition certificates

INC Aid to Humanity across the Mediterranean

Iglesia Ni Cristo, isang puwersang kultural at mabuting ehemplo sa sambayanang Pilipino -Historian

Iglesia Ni Cristo, nagsagawa ng mga paglingap sa panahon ng pandemya at kalamidad

Sulyap sa matagumpay na kasaysayan ng Iglesia Ni Cristo

Business

Globe Business holds G Summit to support MSMEs

September 22, 2021

Many businesses continue to face the COVID-19 crisis head on, but others have succumbed to the pandemic by closing their doors and discontinuing their operations. To help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), Globe Business recently held a conference, called G Summit, to educate how to future-proof their businesses. Held on September 18, 2021, G Summit included various seminars, such as Leadership, Productivity & Remote Work, Practical Marketing, Technology & Digitalization, and Human Resources & […]

ADB cuts Asia growth forecast on slow Covid vaccine rollout

September 22, 2021

MANILA, Philippines (AFP) — The Asian Development Bank warned of “lasting scars” from the coronavirus pandemic as it cut its 2021 growth forecast for developing Asia on slow vaccination rates, surging infections and crippling lockdowns. A shortage of doses, which has hampered efforts to inoculate the vast region stretching from the Cook Islands in the Pacific to Kazakhstan in Central Asia, could worsen as evidence of waning vaccine protection increases demand for booster shots, the […]

UK inflation strikes nine-year peak as economy reopens

September 15, 2021

by Roland JACKSON LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — British annual inflation spiked in August to a nine-year peak on the reopening economy, but last year’s figure had been skewed by a restaurant discount scheme, official data showed Wednesday. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) soared to 3.2 percent, the highest level since March 2012, the Office for National Statistics said in a statement. That marked a record acceleration from 2.0 percent in July, but the ONS […]

Entertainment

BTS dance through UN to promote youth solutions for planet

September 21, 2021

UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP) — It wasn’t exactly the screaming audience BTS is accustomed to but the Korean pop sensations had another sort of world stage Monday as they addressed the United Nations. The seven-member boy band, clad in subdued dark suits, said they hoped to rally young people to look at how to work toward the Sustainable Development Goals — UN benchmarks on which the world has fallen increasingly behind. With Covid restrictions […]

Olivia Colman wins best drama actress Emmy for ‘The Crown’

September 20, 2021

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — Olivia Colman on Sunday won the Emmy for best actress in a drama series for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in British royals drama “The Crown.” Colman — who bested a crowded field that also included her co-star Emma Corrin — described the win as “a lovely end to the most extraordinary journey with this lovely family.” © Agence France-Presse

Josh O’Connor wins best drama actor Emmy for ‘The Crown’

September 20, 2021

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — Josh O’Connor scooped the best actor Emmy for his portrayal of Prince Charles in the hit British royal drama “The Crown” in Los Angeles on Sunday. “Making ‘The Crown’ has been the most rewarding two years of my life,” O’Connor said as he accepted the award. © Agence France-Presse

Headlines

Chinese jets fly near Taiwan as Beijing opposes island’s trade deal bid

Germany readies for election that will end Merkel era

Germany’s climate militants fight for parliamentary seats

US, UK welcome China end to coal funding but seek more

Interviews

Watch: Interview with political analyst Prof. Clarita Carlos on putting Marcos martial law years in perspective

Alert level system pilot implementation in NCR could be extended for another two weeks – NTF spokesperson

Interview with Dr. Ted Herbosa, NTF Special Adviser, on pilot implementation of face-to-face classes

Marcoleta says mandamus SC petition to compel gov’t agencies to give EUA for Ivermectin against COVID

Metro Manila Council passes “unanimous” resolution asking IATF to allow some activities for fully vaccinated

Interview with PHL Medical Assn. president on situation of hospitals, medical frontliners amid rising Delta cases

WATCH: Interview with FDA director Usec Eric Domingo on EUA amendment for Moderna for 12 to 17 years old

WATCH: Full interview of Sa Ganang Mamayan with ex-Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr

Interview with DOST Sec. Fortunato Dela Peña on launch of first PHL-built satellites, advances on genome sequencing

WATCH: Interview with PDP-Laban Sec. Gen Atty. Melvin Matibag – Balitalakayan

Bongbong Marcos says he’s bent on running again in 2022, to announce soon for what post

WATCH: Interview with Dr. Maricar Limpin, president of PHL College of Phyicians, on breakthrough infections

WATCH: Boxing analyst dissects Pacquiao’s loss to Ugas: age a big factor; it’s time to retire, he says

Interview: ECOP Pres. Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr explains why extension of ECQ in NCR is not advisable

Interview with DOH Usec Cabotaje on updates about vaccines in the PHL – Balitalakayan

WATCH: Interview with Dr. Guido David of OCTA Research on COVID-19 projections in PHL

WATCH: Interview with Dr. Ted Herbosa, NTF special adviser, on COVID projections under ECQ

Philhealth says it is still reconciling records on P20-B unpaid reimbursements to hospitals

Hidilyn Diaz confident that PHL athletes can double medal haul in 2024 Paris Olympics

NTF adviser recommends “localized lockdown” amid Delta variant transmission

WATCH: Interview with Astro del Castillo: assessment on Dutertenomics

High COVID transmission observed in NCR as reproduction number rises to 1.21 — OCTA Research

DILG to release memorandum intensifying restrictions on mass gatherings in LGUs amid Delta variant fears

WATCH: Interview with Marikina Mayor Teodoro on importance of contact tracing, granular lockdowns amid Delta variant entry

WATCH: Interview with pediatrician Dr. Richard Mata, on Delta variant as a “game changer” for COVID among kids

OCTA Research supports continuation of GCQ in Metro Manila

WATCH: Interview with DENR Usec. Antiporda on alleged dumping of human waste in the West PHL Sea

WATCH: Interview with Filipino Nurses United on proposal to remove licensure exams for nurses

LGUs concerned on relaxing travel curbs; RT-PCR tests needed even for the fully vaccinated – Velasco

WATCH: Interview with FDA chief Domingo on vaccination of children, other issues – Balitalakayan

Remembering World War 1: The first war where chemical gases were used as weapons

COVID-19 special report: Learning from the 1918-1919 Flu Pandemic that killed 50 million worldwide

Volcano lava destroys 320 buildings on Spanish island

Pres. Duterte honors Tokyo Olympic athletes, also gives P500k reward to 1996 Olympic silver medalist Velasco

Dixie Fire becomes third-largest in California history

Parish church in New Jersey receives food donations from Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC)

WATCH: Stories of how the INC’s Aid to Humanity helped communities in the Americas amid the pandemic

Iglesia Ni Cristo extends assistance to media frontliners affected by the pandemic

INC’s 107th Anniversary

Hawaii State Legislature presents honorary certificate to Iglesia Ni Cristo recognizing its contribution to society

Elizabeth, New Jersey declares July 27 Iglesia Ni Cristo Day; INC receives recognition certificates

Iglesia Ni Cristo Day declared in Elizabeth, New Jersey

WATCH: Stories of how the INC’s Aid to Humanity helped communities in the Americas amid the pandemic

VP Robredo greets INC on 107th year, wishes Church to continue to be a spring of hope amid pandemic

WATCH: NET25’s Special Telecast of the 107th anniversary of the Iglesia Ni Cristo

Pres. Duterte greets the Iglesia Ni Cristo on its 107th anniversary, says the INC served as an “inspiration” to Filipinos

Iglesia Ni Cristo receives citation, commendation from State of Maryland on 107th anniversary

ITCZ affecting Palawan, Visayas and Mindanao

Cloudy skies, rain showers expected in parts of PHL due to ITCZ, LPA

Cloudy skies, rain showers expected in parts of PHL on Tuesday, Sept. 21