Human rights group Karapatan said activist Zara Alvarez was their 13th member who got killed under the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte. Zara Alvarez, 39, is a paralegal for the …
An expert from the University of the Philippines said Tuesday the Philippines was already close to flattening the curve of COVID-19 infections during modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) in Metro …
Investigators are looking to the possibility that the killing of human rights activist Zara Alvarez is linked to her affiliation with leftist organizations. Bacolod City Police Station 3 chief Police …
Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported a magnitude 6.5 earthquake hit Cataingan, Masbate on Tuesday morning. The earthquake was recorded at 8:03 a.m. Its epicenter was located at 11.98°N, …
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) said colleges and universities should not open classes if they are not ready for the new normal in delivering education to students. CHED Chairman …
Another human rights activist was killed in Bacolod City by unidentified gunmen on the same day peasant activist Randy Echanis was laid to rest, Monday. The victim was identified as …
A member of the New People’s Army (NPA) was killed after rebels, and government troops clashed in a mountainous area in Brgy. Olas in Lagonoy town, Camarines Sur on Saturday …
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has once again warned against the increase in cases of online scams during this pandemic period where the online selling industry, online bank transactions, …
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said he is “glad” that the unemployment rate among adult Filipinos is only 45 percent, adding “it could have been worse.” “Ako po’y nagagalak na hindi …
The Department of Education announced Monday that the school year 2020-2021, which would start on October 5, 2020, would end on June 16, 2021. The Christmas break, meanwhile, will be …
A Korean national was found dead inside the condominium unit where he was staying in Malate, Manila. The foreigner visited the hospital due to tightness in his chest and shortness …
The Department of Health (DOH) said Monday that there is no “solid evidence” yet that new coronavirus strain recently detected in the country is more contagious. According to Health Undersecretary …
The House Makabayan Bloc filed a resolution that would investigate the killing of peace consultant and Anakpawis leader Randy Echanis. Six Makabayan Bloc members filed House Resolution 1131, which orders …
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced Saturday that voter registrations would resume on September 1, 2020. However, areas under enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) and modified ECQ could resume its voter …
Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) president and CEO chief Ricardo Morales and 13 others signed a waiver allowing the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) to look into their bank accounts. Anakalusugan …
Researchers from the University of the Philippines recommended a 15-day MECQ extension in Metro Manila and nearby provinces, saying “premature” lifting of modified enhanced community quarantine could result in an …
The Philippine Red Cross said it is “most likely” to halt its COVID-19 testing operations after Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) failed to settle its remaining dues to the organization, …
Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) General Manager Ed Monreal ordered to probe on the reported overpriced face shields sold at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. MIAA Public Affairs head Ma. …
A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed 45 percent of adult Filipinos were jobless in July amid the continuous increase of COVID-19 cases and implementation of community quarantines in …
The Department of Health announced Sunday the there are now 108 licensed COVID-19 testing labs in the Philippines after accrediting six more. The DOH daily COVID-19 report said the Philippines …
The Philippine Genome Center (PGC) reported a more contagious and “globally dominant” strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), was detected in the Philippines. PCG …
The Supreme Court authorized 882 single-sala courts to conduct hearing through videoconferencing to curb further delays in the resolution of pending cases amid community quarantines. Court Administrator Jose Midas Marquez …
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has recommended to the Department of Justice (DOJ) the filing of a case against two Bureau of Immigration (BI) officials involved in forging travel …
PNP chief Gen. Archie Gamboa fired the 11 cops of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, who were involved in the murder of six drug suspects in a buy-bust operation in …
Abu Sayyaf Group leader Anduljihad “Idang” Susukan arrived at Camp Crame in Quezon City early Saturday morning. According to Police Brig. Gen. Bernard Banac, spokesperson of the Philippine National Police, …
Agriculture official confirmed Saturday morning that African Swine Fever was detected in one of the 40 villages in Kidapawan City. According to the Department of Agriculture Region 12 executive director …