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WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine has shown mixed results against the coronavirus in early studies, but a new paper out of New York suggests combining it with the dietary supplement zinc sulfate could create a more effective treatment. The research by the NYU Grossman School of Medicine was posted on a medical preprint site on Monday, meaning it hasn’t yet been peer reviewed. Records of about 900 COVID-19 patients were reviewed […]
(Eagle News)–Six volcanic earthquakes were recorded at Taal in 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said on Tuesday, May 12. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the earthquakes were “associated mainly with rock-fracturing processes beneath and around the edifice.” PHIVOLCS reminded the public that at alert level 1, “sudden steam-driven or phreatic explosions, volcanic earthquakes, minor ashfall and lethal accumulations or expulsions of volcanic gas can occur and threaten areas […]
(Eagle News)–A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck off Davao Oriental on Tuesday, May 12. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake, which struck at 7:33 a.m., had its epicenter 87 kilometers northeast of Baganga. It had a depth of 2 kilometers. No damage to property nor aftershocks were recorded.
(Eagle News)–A thunderstorm advisory has been hoisted over parts of the country today. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said moderate to heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds are expected over Quezon within the next two hours. These conditions are being experienced in San Juan and Lobo in Batangas. PAGASA said these conditions may persist within two hours and may affect nearby areas. “All are advised to take precautionary measures against the […]
Pres. Duterte to announce decision today on what areas to remain under ECQ, GCQ (Eagle News) — Quezon City and Manila remain to be in the red zone or critical areas with high COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila, while Davao is also listed among the critical areas outside Metro Manila, according to Malacanang. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque identified Quezon City and Manila as the highly critical areas with the most number of COVID-19 cases […]
HARARE. Zimbabwe (AFP) — China on Monday deployed a team of doctors and donated a consignment of medical equipment to Zimbabwe to help the southern African nation’s fight against coronavirus. “The Chinese medical experts will make a contribution to the battle … against the coronavirus,” Chinese ambassador Guo Shaochun said at Robert Mugabe International Airport after the plane bearing 17 doctors and equipment arrived. “This is a very good reflection of the long-standing friendship between […]
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Some areas of New York — the state worst affected by America’s coronavirus outbreak — will be allowed to gradually reopen later this week, but New York City will stay closed until at least June, leaders said Monday. COVID-19 has killed around 22,000 people in New York state, which has been shut down since Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all non-essential businesses ordered closed on March 22. He said three […]
(Eagle News) – More than 4,600 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) have been released following the pilot testing of criminal case hearings via videoconferencing and the implementation of reduced bail, the Supreme Court (SC) announced on Monday, May 11. In a Twitter post, the SC’s Public Information Office (SC-PIO) said “4,683 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) have since been released from April 30 to May 8 after Chief Justice Peralta issued Administrative Circulars on (a) […]
TEHRAN, Iran (AFP) — Iran warned Sunday of a resurgence of the novel coronavirus as it reported 51 new deaths, almost a month after it started to relax a nationwide lockdown. Authorities reimposed more stringent measures in the southwestern Khuzestan province, reversing a phased return to work meant to revitalize the battered economy. “The situation should in no way be considered normal” in Iran, health ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said in televised remarks. “This virus […]
(Eagle News) – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reported 17 new confirmed COVID-19 cases involving overseas Filipinos, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 2,195 as of Monday, May 11. The Department also reported 7 new deaths, recorded from the Americas, Europe, and Middle East, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related fatalities to 260. “Based on the reports received today, the DFA confirms that Europe and Middle East remains as the hotspots […]
MEDAN, Indonesia (AFP) — At least 22 people were injured when a crude oil tanker burst into flames at one of Indonesia’s busiest ports Monday with rescuers scrambling to reach dozens trapped on board, an official said. Two explosions were heard shortly before the blaze erupted on the 250-meter (820 foot) long Jag Leela, belching huge clouds of thick black smoke into the air. Firefighters on board another boat battled to put out the […]
(Eagle News) — The Senate on Monday, May 11, ratified the bicameral committee report creating the National Academy of Sports in the Philippines. A press release from the office of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts and Culture, said if signed into law, the NAS will implement “a quality and enhanced secondary education program, with a special curriculum on sports.” The release said the academy’s main campus shall be […]
