Philippines
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 16:28:00 +0800Strike 2: After touting ivermectin, doctor hit for false info on COVID-19 jabs
Health officials scolded Dr. Romeo Quijano after he claimed on radio dZRH that the jabs are "more dangerous" than the virus itself.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 16:25:00 +0800Samsung, Apple devices are fastest on Smart network – Ookla
Based on Ookla’s analysis of Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q2 2021, Samsung and Apple devices in the Philippines are fastest on Smart’s 5G mobile network.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 16:01:00 +080012,439 new COVID-19 cases push Philippines' total to 1.7 million
The Philippines on Thursday logged 12,439 more coronavirus cases, bringing its total to 1,700,363.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:48:00 +0800Robredo, Quezon City launch COVID Vax Express service for 5,000 tricycle drivers
"Our drivers are very much exposed. They are exposed to their customers, the restaurants where they buy the food, and their everyday struggle to earn a living. We are happy that they are given the opportunity like this," Robredo told reporters in Fil...
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:43:00 +0800No shortage of medical oxygen supply seen — FDA
The Food and Drug Administration expressed confidence that the Philippines will not have a problem with the supply of medical oxygen amid rising COVID-19 cases.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:39:00 +0800Pacquiao to spar as scheduled amid Spence replacement
Pacquiao had been duking it out with southpaws Giovanni Cabrera and Ivan Redkach prior to Errol Spence’s withdrawal due to an eye injury. Now, the two sparmates have temporarily switched to right-handers in an effort to simulate Ugas’ stance.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:18:00 +080011% of Filipinos fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Around 12 million Filipinos have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 since the government launched its inoculation campaign in March, Malacañang said Thursday.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0800Ex-diplomat indicted in US for sex with minor facing separate case in PH court
The former diplomat indicted in United States for engaging in sexual activity with a minor in the Philippines is facing separate charges in the domestic court, Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said Thursday.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:42:00 +0800Isko Moreno elected as Aksyon Demokratiko president
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno was elected Tuesday night as the new president of Aksyon Demokratiko, the political party announced.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:26:00 +0800Coach sees Team Lakay's Pacatiw as future titlist in ONE Championship
Pacatiw showed versatility in his first fight in a stacked bantamweight division which includes the likes of fellow Team Lakay fighter Belingon, defending champion Bibiano Fernandes, and top-ranked contender John Lineker.