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DSWD given full control and supervision of funds (Eagle News) – Malacanang said on Thursday, April 2, that some P5,000 to P8,000 monthly “cash assistance” would be given directly to the 18 million poor families in the country who have already been identified by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). In a virtual press briefing, Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles said that President Rodrigo Duterte had decided to give the assistance package to […]
(Eagle News) — The Palace on Thursday, April 2, belied rumors President Rodrigo Duterte was confined in a San Juan City hospital. In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said the President, who is in self-quarantine until April 7, was “fit and healthy” and is “currently doing his presidential duties” at the Bahay Pagbabago inside the Malacañang Complex. “We have been informed that a false news starting to spread in the social media that President […]
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — The UN’s COP 26 climate change summit due to take place in the Scottish city of Glasgow in November has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, the British government said on Wednesday. “In light of the ongoing, worldwide effects of COVID-19, holding an ambitious, inclusive COP26 in November 2020 is no longer possible,” the government said in a statement, adding that dates for a rescheduled conference in 2021 would […]
by Robin MILLARD GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — The World Health Organization said Wednesday it was deeply concerned about the near-exponential escalation of the new coronavirus pandemic, with the number of deaths doubling in a week. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urged citizens around the globe to stand together to fight COVID-19, as he braced for the millionth confirmed case. “As we enter the fourth month since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I am deeply […]
(Eagle News)–All residents in areas declared under an enhanced community quarantine are now required to wear face masks or improvised ones when leaving their homes. Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles made the announcement in a virtual press briefing on Thursday, April 2. “For areas placed under ECQ, the IATF hereby adopts the policy of mandatory wearing by all residents of face masks, earloop masks, indigenous, reusable or do-it-yourself masks, face shields, handkerchiefs, or such other protective […]
(Eagle News)–The Philippines’ ambassador to Lebanon has passed away due to complications from the coronavirus disease 2019. This is according to the Department of Foreign Affairs, which issued a statement on Thursday, April 2, on the passing of Bernardita Catalla. Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said in a Tweet Catalla passed away at 12:30 a.m. in a Beirut hospital where she was confined. “I extended her for a great job in a difficult post,” […]
QUEZON CITY, Philippines (Eagle News) — Ever dreamed of being a singer performing on the big stage? Performing for people all over the world and not just to your cat? But it’s kind of hard to make your dream become a reality, because you know, lockdown. Now it’s your time to shine! With Kantang Kwarantin, presented by EBC Films—it’s your chance to create your own cover song of “Tuloy ang Laban,” for fame and your […]
(Eagle News) — The Medical City has denied social media reports it had been raided for its personal protective equipment. “There are news circulating that a raid of PPEs occurred in our premises on the evening of April 1. We deny this and encourage everyone to be careful in spreading unverified information,” the hospital said in an advisory posted on its Facebook page. The hospital made the denial after supposed text messages said the raid […]
(Eagle News)–The National Bureau of Investigation is also probing Senator Koko Pimentel for alleged violation of the Bayanihan We Heal As One Act The NBI said also being probed were Talon Uno, Las Piñas Barangay Captain Emeliano Ramos and Barangay Pagasa, Quezon City Rodolfo Palma. The NBI made the revelation following accusations it was being selective after it summoned Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto to give an explanation on his approval of the public use of […]
by Katell ABIVEN HAVANA, Cuba (AFP) — Student doctors in Cuba are trudging from house to house trying to identify cases of the coronavirus pandemic to stop it from spreading in the Caribbean island nation. “How many people live here? Have you been in contact with foreigners? Do you know the health rules to follow?” they ask. Some 28,000 students repeat the same questions dozens of times a day, all across the country. In the […]
Says some LGU officials have been making cuts, misusing power (Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte assigned to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) the task of distributing food and financial aid to Filipinos affected by the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown, totally removing the local government officials from the picture saying they have been abusing their authority and are prone to corruption. In a late night address to the nation on Wednesday, […]
(Eagle News)–A 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck Sarangani today. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake, which struck at 3:22 a.m., had its epicenter 17 kilometers northeast of Glan. It had a depth of focus of 51 kilometers. No damage to property nor aftershocks were recorded.
