US WWII ship found off Philippines
The USS Samuel B Roberts went down during a battle off the central island of Samar on October 25, 1944 as US forces fought to liberate the Philippines – then a US colony –…
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Philippines’ Covid-19 booster shot for most 12 to 17-year-olds postponed
The booster dose for immunocompromised children ages 12 to 17 officially began on June 22, but Health Undersecretary Dr Myrna Cabotaje said there are very few children that will…
Foreign affairs chief says Philippines-China oil and gas talks ‘terminated completely’
“Three years on and we had not achieved our objective of developing oil and gas resources so critical for the Philippines – but not at the price of sovereignty; not even a…
Tough economic choices face incoming Marcos administration
As policymakers debate the use of remedial measures to ease the pain of high fuel costs, senior economist Mapa warns against distributions that could aggravate inflation.
Metro Manila’s Covid-19 positivity rate breaches WHO benchmark
Based on the latest data from the Department of Health, the country listed an additional 409 Covid-19 cases on Tuesday (June 21), of which 218 were in the national capital region.
Philippines ready for face-to-face classes despite rise in Covid-19 cases
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire encouraged parents and guardians to have their children vaccinated before the conduct of in-person classes to protect them.
26,000 provincial bus workers lose jobs due to rising fuel prices
Only 20 to 30 percent of provincial buses are currently operating, with some 26,000 to 28,000 workers, including drivers, conductors, and ticket sellers affected.
Philippine peso hits 54.065 per 1 US dollar, weakest since Oct 2018
The local currency’s continued depreciation further confirms international banks and economic consultancies’ predictions, citing a widening trade deficit.
Dementia amid Covid-19: Patients, carers both need care and support
Lockdowns during the pandemic have restricted people with dementia from enjoying some beneficial routine activities such as going out for walks, according to neurologist Dr Anlaca.
Philippines policymakers brace for economic oil shock
A senior economist noted that Philippines’ energy mix is secondly dominated by oil, and elevated global energy prices are likely to impact more than 50 per cent of their power…