If you've seen social media posts accusing members of the Matugas family of Surigao del Norte of illegal toll collection from fuel transporters in Siargao Island, that's fake news. (Ali Vicoy/ MANILA BULLETIN) Thus, said reelectionist Surigao del Norte 1st district Rep. Francisco Jose "Bingo"...
Presidential aspirant Vice President Leni Robredo has sealed major endorsements from key political figures in Surigao del Norte a week before the May 9 elections. Surigao del Norte Gov. Francisco "Lalo" Matugas signs a pink surfboard as proof of support for VP Leni Robredo. (Photo from Leni...
If reelectionist Senator Risa Hontiveros is given the power to fire someone from the government today, she will sack Health Secretary Francisco Duque III. Senator Risa Hontiveros (Photo courtesy of Hontiveros Office) Hontiveros said this when asked to name a government official she will fire if...
President Duterte is happy to learn that the COVAX Facility will be replacing the country's expired Covid-19 vaccines with new ones at no extra cost. President Duterte (RTVM Screenshot) Duterte expressed his sentiments after being informed that COVAX, a global conduit for Covid-19 vaccine...
The Muntinlupa City government announced that it will start administering the second booster shot on April 26. Last week, the Department of Health said the second booster shot will be given first to immunocompromised individuals. Vaccination in Muntinlupa (Photo from Muntinlupa PIO) According to...
Taguig City recorded 92 additional Covid-19 cases in one week in a little over two weeks before the May 9 national and local elections. Daily updates issued by the Taguig City government showed that the 92 additional cases were tallied from April 17 to 23. Administration of booster shot in Taguig...
‘From Pineapple to Piña: A Philippine Textile Treasure’ exhibit explores the beauty and history of the local weave The Philippines is known for its rich weaving heritage. Each indigenous tribe has its own unique textile and techniques to showcase in creating such wonderful tapestries. And if...
There has been no significant increase in Covid-19 cases in any part of the country during the observance of holy week, the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday, April 19. Locals flock to Balaan Bukid (Holy Mountain) in Jordan town, Guimaras province Friday, April 15. Unlike in the past, the...
Alyssa Nakken coaches first base for the San Francisco Giants as Mauricio Dubon #1 stands on first during their game against the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park on April 12, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by EZRA SHAW / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) Alyssa Nakken...
K-pop boy band GOT7 member BamBam met fans in San Francisco in a collaborative merchandise event with the Golden State Warriors. BamBam is the Golden State Warriors’ global ambassador and the two released limited edition t-shirts and hoodies. Fans lined up at the Warriors Shop at Thrive City mall...
While getting vaccinated remains voluntary, Senator Christopher ‘’Bong’’ Go today (April 7) renewed his call on government to make Covid-19 vaccines more accessible, especially in far-flung areas and vulnerable sectors. Go, chairman of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography,...
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III (Malacañang photo) Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III expressed hope that the Congress "can muster political will" to pass a measure that would make Covid-19 vaccination mandatory. The DOH and the National Vaccine Operations Center (NVOC)...
