‘Palarong Pambansa’ and other big events this year have been canceled by DepEd

The Department of Education (DepEd) has subsequently canceled the ‘Palarong Pambansa’ and other major events this year as a precautionary measure coronavirus disease (COVID-19) In a virtual press brieng, DepEd Sec. Leonor Briones this step to prevent the presence of multiple human assemblies, which is possible allow more deadly virus to spread in the country….

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DOH launches COVID-19 TV campaign featuring Jodi, Bela and other stars

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) has released its campaign alongside select artists for basic education for viewers to combat the pandemic novel coronavirus disease. Directed by Pepe Diokno, the artists feature Jodi Sta. Maria, Bela Padilla, JC Santos, Melai Cantiveros and Dingdong Dantes are their public guides to four TV infomercials under the…

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Are we milking cows? OFWs complained of increased PhilHealth contributions

MANILA – Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been released under the directive of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) demanding that they increase their monthly premiums. In a memorandum circular, the agency announced that OFWs are required to submit 3 percent of their monthly salary for PhilHealth coverage this year, up from 2.7 percent. The…

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Domestic flights in areas under the GCQ will be allowed to fly – CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) today confirmed that they will allow domestic flights to travel to areas under the general community quarantine (GCQ). CAAP Spokesperson Eric Apolonio said the procedures for gradual opening of domestic airports have been submitted to the Department of Transportation (DoTr). But it clarified that flights should be…

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