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DOTr gives assurance measures remain in place amid novel coronavirus threat

(Eagle News)–The Department of Transportation remains on heightened alert amid the threat of the novel coronavirus. In a statement, the DOTr said the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has reactivated its communicable disease preparedness procedures on all CAAP-operated airports. The Manila International Airport Authority, on the other hand, is “in full coordination with the Bureau of Quarantine  in support of their safety protocols,” the DOTr said. Prior to the confirmation of the country’s first […]

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Several M. Manila roads scheduled to undergo repairs, reblocking

(Eagle News)–Several roads are scheduled to undergo reblocking and repairs during the weekend. The Department of Public Works and Highways said the reblocking and repairs of the following roads started at 11 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31: SOUTHBOUND: 1. A. Bonifacio Ave. (SB) 7th Avenue to Sgt. Rivera St. (2nd lane from sidewalk) 2. EDSA Bulacan St. to West Ave. (1st lane from sidewalk) 3. EDSA approach BP Tuazon flyover to approach A. Boni Serrano […]

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Cebu Pacific to reduce flights between PHL and mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau

(Eagle News) — Cebu Pacific will be reducing its flights between the Philippines, mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau. In an advisory, CebuPac said the reduction would be in effect from Feb. 5 to March 29, amid the threat of the novel coronavirus. The budget carrier said passengers affected by flight cancellations have already been notified. Those with cancelled flights have the following options: Rebook the flight (new flight date within 30 days of original […]

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DOTr studying proposal for unified cashless transaction system across transportation sectors

(Eagle News) — The Department of Transportation is studying the proposal for a unified cashless transaction system across all transportation sectors. The DOTr issued the statement after a meeting with private service and technology providers  for this on Wednesday, Jan. 28. According to the statement, during the meeting, Transportation Secretary Art Tugade “outlined the objectives and requirements of the DOTr.” The statement added he gave the assurance  the proposed systems would be given “due consideration based […]

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#WalangPasok: Class cancellations for Wednesday, Jan. 29

(Eagle News) — Classes on Wednesday, Jan. 29, were suspended in some areas as a precaution against the threat of the novel coronavirus. Below is a list: Philippine Cultural College Hope Christian High School Saint Jude Catholic School St. Stephen’s High School Uno High School The Manila government has denied there was a confirmed case of novel coronavirus in a Binondo hospital. The Department of Health has said, however, that over 20 people are being […]

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PNP: Parojinog’s November 2018 medical furlough had QC court’s approval

(Eagle News)–The medical furlough of former Ozamiz City vice mayor Nova Princess Parojinog in November 2018 had a Quezon City court’s approval, the Philippine National Police said. In a statement, Brigadier General Bernard Banac said Parojinog’s visit to the clinic of Dr. Louisse Orasa at Room 801 in Medical City Hospital in Pasig City on Nov. 12, 2018 had the “express permission” of Judge Edgardo Bellosillo, presiding judge of Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch […]

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Skyway Alabang-Zapote northbound ramp open to motorists for limited hours starting Feb. 1

(Eagle News) — The Skyway northbound ramp from Alabang-Zapote road will be open to motorists for limited hours only starting February 1. In an advisory,  Skyway O&M Corp. said the ramp will be operational during rush hours or from 5 a.m to 9 a.m. to give way to the Skyway extension project. “From 9 a.m. to 5 a.m., when traffic volume on the ramp is not as high, it will be closed to traffic to […]

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Cancelled flights on Tuesday, Jan. 28

(Eagle News) — Several flights on Tuesday, Jan. 28, were cancelled  due to bad weather. Below is a list according to the Manila International Airport Authority: Cebgo DG 6041 Manila to Busuanga DG 6042 Busuanga to Manila The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said cloudy skies and rains are expected in parts of the country as the northeast monsoon affects extreme Northern Luzon.

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PCG: Two China cruise ships that arrived in Manila cleared by Bureau of Quarantine

(Eagle News) — The two cruise ships that arrived at a Manila pier from China have been declared safe by the Bureau of Quarantine, the Philippine Coast Guard said on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The PCG said the World Dream Cruise Ship from Hong Kong and the MV Ligulao from Lianyungang in Jiangsu were free from the novel coronavirus that has gripped China and other parts of the world, based on the BOQ’s mandatory inspection. The […]

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#WalangPasok: Class suspensions for Tuesday, Jan. 28

(Eagle News)–Classes on Tuesday, Jan. 28, were suspended in some areas due to Taal’s volcanic activity and as a precaution against the threat of a novel coronavirus. Below is a list: Province: Batangas — elementary and high school Schools: Hope Christian High School Philippine Cultural College Saint Jude Catholic School St. Stephen’s High School Tiong Se Academy Uno High School An alert level 3 remains hoisted over Taal as its volcanic activity decreased. The Department […]

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#WalangPasok: Class cancellations for Monday, Jan. 27

(Eagle News)–Classes on Monday, Jan. 27, were suspended in some areas due to Taal volcano’s activity and as a precaution amid the threat of a novel coronavirus. Below is a list: Province Batangas: elementary and high school levels Schools: Chiang Kai Shek College: Padre Algue and Narra campuses, all levels Pace Academy Philippine Academy of Sakya Philippine Cultural College Hope Christian High School: all levels Lorenzo Ruiz Academy: all levels Saint Jude Catholic School St. […]

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The Medical City denies reports of novel coronavirus case

(Eagle News)–The Medical City has denied  it had persons under investigation for the novel coronavirus. The Pasig-based hospital issued the statement following online reports a patient with the virus had been confined there. “We need to exercise caution when sharing unvalidated statements as these will only cause unnecessary anxiety,” the hospital said. It added that it “exercises the highest standards of infection control and hospital protocols in dealing with patients suspected of being infected with […]

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