US provides P73-M in food aid to Lanao del Sur MANILA – The United States government, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID), has provided an additional PHP73 million (USD1.5 million) in food assistance to support displaced families in Lanao del Sur province, the US embassy in Manila announced Tuesday.This brings the total US … Continue reading US provides P73-M in food aid to Lanao del Sur | #Philippines

PH men’s team take early lead in Asian chess online tourney BAGUIO CITY – Team Philippines took the early solo lead in the Asian Nationals Online Chess Cup 2020 that started on Saturday (Oct. 10).After three rounds, the Filipino wood-pushers have 11 points with boards two and three as Grandmaster (GM) Rogelio Barcenilla and International Master … Continue reading PH men’s team take early lead in Asian chess online tourney | #Philippines

Ilocos Norte’s sand dunes host drive-in concert LAOAG CITY – To usher the return of tourists in the province, the sprawling sand dunes of Paoay, Ilocos Norte is ready to welcome party goers for a drive-in concert under the moonlight on a first-come, first-served basis.The Ilocos Norte Tourism Office (INTO) earlier announced that the first 30 participants … Continue reading Ilocos Norte’s sand dunes host drive-in concert | #Philippines

House formally ratifies Velasco's election as new Speaker    MANILA – Members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday formally ratified the election of Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco as the new Speaker.During a plenary session inside the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City, a total of 186 lawmakers voted to ratify Velasco's election as … Continue reading House formally ratifies Velasco’s election as new Speaker | #Philippines

PRRD calls for meeting with Cayetano, Velasco MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte has called for a meeting with speakership rivals Taguig-Pateros Rep. Alan Peter Cayetano and Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco this noon, Malacañang said Tuesday.Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque confirmed the meeting in a statement issued to reporters.“This is to confirm that President Rodrigo Roa … Continue reading PRRD calls for meeting with Cayetano, Velasco | #Philippines

W. Visayas Covid-19 recoveries now over 10K ILOILO CITY – The number of recoveries from the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) in Western Visayas reached have 10,045, with 556 newly recovered patients as of Monday night.This brings down the region's active cases to 3,343 with 251 new infections, based on the latest case bulletin of the … Continue reading W. Visayas Covid-19 recoveries now over 10K | #Philippines

Fitch affirms ratings of 5 PH banks MANILA – Fitch Ratings affirmed five Philippine private banks’ long-term issuer default ratings after noting the government’s readiness to support the sector from the impact of the pandemic.These banks are the Sy-led BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) at BBB- with stable outlook; Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) … Continue reading Fitch affirms ratings of 5 PH banks | #Philippines

PAGASA raises flood alert in Eastern Visayas TACLOBAN CITY – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned of possible flooding in major river systems in Eastern Visayas due to rains brought by a low pressure area (LPA).In an advisory issued early Tuesday, PAGASA identified several rivers in six provinces that would … Continue reading PAGASA raises flood alert in Eastern Visayas | #Philippines

LPA, southwest monsoon continue to bring rains Tuesday MANILA – A low pressure area (LPA) and the southwest monsoon affecting the western section of Luzon will bring scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over most parts of the country, a weather specialist said on Tuesday.Meno Mendoza of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) … Continue reading LPA, southwest monsoon continue to bring rains Tuesday | #Philippines

LPA, southwest monsoon continue to bring rains Tuesday MANILA – A low pressure area (LPA) and the southwest monsoon affecting the western section of Luzon will bring scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over most parts of the country, a weather specialist said on Tuesday.Meno Mendoza of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) … Continue reading LPA, southwest monsoon continue to bring rains Tuesday | #Philippines

DILG welcomes UNHRC support to PH human rights efforts MANILA – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday welcomed the passage of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution expressing support and cooperation for the country’s efforts to protect human rights."The UNHRC resolution is a welcome development on the part … Continue reading DILG welcomes UNHRC support to PH human rights efforts | #Philippines

DILG welcomes UNHRC support to PH human rights efforts MANILA – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday welcomed the passage of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution expressing support and cooperation for the country’s efforts to protect human rights."The UNHRC resolution is a welcome development on the part … Continue reading DILG welcomes UNHRC support to PH human rights efforts | #Philippines

Trump tests negative for coronavirus WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump tested negative for the novel coronavirus on "consecutive days," White House physician Sean Conley announced Monday."In response to your inquiry regarding the President's most recent Covid-19 tests, I can share with you that he has tested NEGATIVE, on consecutive days, using the Abbott BinaxNOW … Continue reading Trump tests negative for coronavirus | #Philippines

Virus vaccines could become available in December: WHO GENEVA – The World Health Organization's (WHO) top scientist said Monday that Covid-19 vaccines will probably be available in December or early 2021 for submission to regulators for approval.Asked by Anadolu Agency about a possible timeline for vaccines to combat the pandemic, Dr. Soumya Swaminathan said: "It's … Continue reading Virus vaccines could become available in December: WHO | #Philippines

DOH suggests holding of activities in open spaces amid pandemic MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday advised the public to conduct activities in open air spaces, install exhaust fans in comfort rooms and avoid usage of recirculated air option for vehicles to prevent possibility of contracting the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) through … Continue reading DOH suggests holding of activities in open spaces amid pandemic | #Philippines