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Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:57:00 +0800
Tayag in charge of DOH ops in north Luzon
DOH officer-in-charge Maria Rosario Vergeire said that Tayag is assigned to head one of the department’s field implementation and coordination teams.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:26:00 +0800
Senator wants inquiry on complementary roles of public, private schools
“Our private schools are our partners in delivering quality education for our youth. Since they continue to face many challenges that worsened during the pandemic, it is timely for us to study how they can recover," Gatchalian said in Filipino. 

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:08:00 +0800
Philippines detects 14 cases of Omicron subvariant BQ.1
Health authorities have detected 14 cases of BQ.1, according to the COVID-19 biosurveillance report from October 28 to November 18.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:58:00 +0800
DOJ taps experts to examine skeletal remains found within compound
The Department of Justice said it has sought the help of experts to examine the skeletal remains found within its compound during an excavation for the construction of a new four-storey building.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:57:00 +0800
DILG urges support for anti-drug advocacy programs
Abalos called illegal drugs "a deep-seated issue that has continued to destroy relationships, families and the future of the youth" as he vowed that the anti-drugs campaign will work “within the framework of the law and with respect for human ri...

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:58:00 +0800
Metro Manila public transportation among the worst in the world: study
“As cities tackle these issues… they should make modern mobility systems a core part of their strategies,” noted the study. “Efficient and equitable mobility networks are key engines of urban vitality and sustainability.”

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:52:00 +0800
DOH, DMW begin talks on exchange programs with nations needing health workers
According to Vergeire, the DMW plans to secure deals with bilateral partners to provide funds for scholarships.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:12:00 +0800
OCTA: COVID-19 deaths down to 12 per day
"The seven-day average as of November 21 is 12, down from 38 on October 21, 2022. The peak seven-day average was 267 on August 22, 2021 (during the delta surge). 65% of deaths occurred in 2021 while 20% occurred in 2022," he said.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0800
SC finds Comelec guilty of contempt in Amad case
The Supreme Court has found the Commission on Elections guilty of contempt for failure to implement a restraining order, directing the poll body to include the name of Wilson Caritero Amad in the printing of ballots as a candidate for vice presiden...

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0800
NEDA endorses EO cutting e-vehicle tariff to zero  
The National Economic and Development Authority Board endorsed yesterday an executive order temporarily reducing the tariff rates on certain electric vehicles to zero percent to develop the industry and address the impact of climate change.



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