Raymund Isaac (Facebook) Popular Filipino photographer Raymund Isaac, dubbed the country's first celebrity lensman, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 4. Isaac, 59, has been hospitalized in the US due to COVID-19. Reports said Isaac was on vacation in the US when he was tested positive for the deadly...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares Last week, the Department of Health (DOH) reported the highest ever number of new cases of COVID-19 infections in a single day. The count hit a record-high 22,300-plus new cases in August 30, up from the recent peak of 19,000-plus in August 28. The report was...
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque has branded as "fake news" an online quote card bearing his face and a rather hilarious statement that traced back corruption to the time of Jesus Christ. (Screenshot from Harry Roque's Facebook) But more than that, the dubious quote card also contained a tacit...
(MARK BALMORES / MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) OCTA Research fellow Dr. Guido David expressed concern that the implementation of granular lockdowns in Metro Manila may not be effective to curb the latest coronavirus disease (COVID-19) surge in the region. "Based on historical evidence, granular...
Adarna House storyteller performs ‘Si Pagong at si Matsing’ to celebrate Philippine language month overseas FABLE PUPPETRY Earle Figuracion performed during the video call with the Philippine Embassy in Vientiane and the children Literature has a deep and positive effect on the overall...
Say hello to a super luxurious bubble PRETTY X SAFE The sanctuary is found in a marine protected area If you’re stuck in the city right now, nothing will sound more heavenly than a trip to the islands. Can you remember when you last saw the beach? Dipped your toes in sand? Floated on your back...
Keep moving BAG TO RULE THEM ALL Clockwise from top left: Essential Cabin bags in bamboo, desert rose, and mango Even before the seismic shifts brought about by the global pandemic, the travel industry has been in constant evolution over the years redefining the way we live and move. For premium...
One bag only Passengers of Cebu Pacific (CEB) are reminded to only bring one hand-carry bag during their travels to ensure a smooth and convenient flight experience. The carry-on bag must not exceed seven kilograms in weight and in a size that can fit in the overhead bin or under the aircraft seat....
The Quezon City government on Saturday started inoculating expecting mothers against COVID-19. (QUEZON CITY GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL FACEBOOK PAGE/ MANILA BULLETIN) Pregnant women who are in their second and third trimesters are allowed to be vaccinated. Before the vaccination, they will be checked up...
Former IZ*ONE member An Yu-jin (left) and N.Flying’s Kim Jae-hyun (Instagram) An Yu-jin, 18, former member of K-pop girl group IZ*ONE, and Kim Jae-hyun, 27, member of rap rock band N.Flying, tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Starship Entertainment announced on Sept. 4 that...
Government programs that sought to address the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic ‘contributed greatly to the net increase” of P472.572 billion in the country’s external debt in 2020, the Commission on Audit (COA) has revealed. COVID 19 tests In its 2020 Consolidated Audit Report on...
Wellington, New Zealand - New Zealand recorded its first Covid-related death in six months Saturday, but health authorities said there were signs the outbreak of the highly infectious Delta variant was coming under control. A woman in her 90s, who had underlying health conditions and could not...
