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Over 66 percent in NCR already fully vaccinated, says Palace (Eagle News) – Over 41 million Filipinos have already been vaccinated in the country, with those given full doses reaching over 18.5 million of the country’s population. Those who have been fully vaccinated (18,560,409) have reached 24.06 percent of the targeted population nationwide, while those who got only the first dose (22,853,606) have reached 29.63 percent of the target population. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque […]
(Eagle News) — COVID-19 cases in the Philippines climbed to 2,385,616 after the Department of Health reported 18,937 additional COVID-19 cases. The DOH said of the total cases, 92.7 percent were mild, 2.7 percent asymptomatic, 0.6 percent critical, 1.4 percent severe, and 2.61 percent were moderate. Recoveries rose to 2,171,832 with the addition of 20,171 recoveries. The COVID-19 death toll is now at 36,934 with the addition of 146 deaths. Metro Manila is under a […]
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) – Forcing wealthy nations to honour their UN climate fund pledges this week will “be a stretch”, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson admitted ahead of a Monday meeting with global leaders aiming to do just that. At the 2009 Copenhagen climate conference, rich nations promised to provide annual funding of $100 billion from 2020, for poorer nations to counteract the effects of climate change. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has said […]
by Michel COMTE / with Genevieve NORMAND in Montreal Agence France Presse OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — Canadian elections headed for a photo finish Monday with liberal prime minister Justin Trudeau, who is seeking a third term, threatened by a strong challenge from rookie conservative leader Erin O’Toole. Trudeau called the snap election hoping to parlay a smooth Covid-19 vaccine rollout — among the best in the world — into a new mandate to steer […]
(Eagle News) – Malacanang congratulated Filipino billiard player Carlo Biado “for bringing pride and honor to the country by winning the 2021 US Open Pool Championship in Atlantic City.” “Carlo is indeed a world-class billiards champion,” said a Palace statement on Sunday, Sept. 19, shortly after his victory. Biado defeated Singapore’s Aloysius Yapp, 13-8 at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City in New Jersey to win the 2021 US Open Pool Championship. With his win, Biado became […]
(Eagle News) — The Philippines has approved limited face-to-face classes in areas where there is minimal risk for COVID-19. The Palace did not mention the specific areas so far. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said, however, that these would be determined by the Department of Health and the Department of Education. He added the in-person classes will be held only “half a day every other week.” Roque said the parents of the children who will attend […]
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AFP) — New Zealand’s largest city Auckland will remain in a Covid-19 lockdown for at least another two weeks, although some restrictions will be eased, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Monday. Ardern said the city of two million would move down to level three on New Zealand’s four-tier coronavirus response system by late Tuesday, even as authorities remain committed to eliminating a Delta-variant outbreak. “We’re moving now because the advice we have […]
PARIS, France (AFP) — A French tightrope walker has crossed the Seine in Paris 70 metres up in a breathtaking feat watched by cheering crowds on the Eiffel Tower and along the riverbanks. Attached by a strap to a safety lanyard, 27-year-old Nathan Paulin slowly progressed barefoot on a line stretched across the river between the Eiffel Tower and the Chaillot Theatre. He stopped for a few breaks, sitting or lying on the rope. “It […]
by Ron Lopez and Allison Jackson Agence France Presse MANILA, Philippines (AFP) — Philippine boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao declared he will run for president in 2022, vowing to tackle poverty and corruption as he seeks to win over voters with his rags-to-riches story. “The time is now — we are ready to rise to the challenge of leadership,” Pacquiao — currently a senator — said Sunday, as he accepted the nomination of a rival […]
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
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
(Eagle News) — Over 100 more COVID-19 cases have been reported among police personnel. The Philippine National Police said the additional 125 cases pushed its total COVID-19 cases to 38,332. Of these, 2,412 are active. Recoveries rose to 35807 with the addition of 324 recoveries. The PNP COVID-19 death toll is still at 113, with no additional deaths reported. The PNP has said over 50 percent of the police force have been vaccinated. PNP Chief […]
