Philippines logs 4,634 new COVID-19 cases from June 20 to 26
The country's average daily COVID-19 cases saw a 53% rise in the past week as the Department of Health reports 4,634 more infections from June 20 to 26.
Sara Duterte takes oath as 15th VP of PH
Vice President-elect Sara Duterte takes her oath as the 15th Vice President of the Philippines at the San Pedro Square in Davao City on June 19, 2022.
PH logs 308 new COVID-19 cases, highest since April 20
The number of fresh COVID-19 infections hits near two-month high with the detection of 308 new cases last Sunday, June 12.
Marcos’ cousin Romualdez leads Independence Day rites in Kawit
Kawit, Cavite is the birthplace of the country’s independence proclaimed by General Emilio Aguinaldo. In its 124th anniversary, House Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez graces the event together with some local officials.
Calabarzon workers to get salary hike — DOLE
The wage hike in Calabarzon and other regions comes amid soaring fuel prices that lead to higher cost of basic commodities, such as food, electricity, and water bills.
PhilHealth justifies rate hike amid public uproar
An official of state medical insurer PhilHealth justifies the need to raise the contribution rate starting this June, explaining that it will ensure that their operations will be sustained.
Comelec probes ‘election documents’ found in Amadeo vacant lot
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has ordered an investigation into the viral online post showing supposed election paraphernalia that were allegedly left in a vacant lot in Amadeo, Cavite.
Philippines detects 1st case of Omicron subvariant BA.4
Authorities have found the country’s first case of new COVID-19 Omicron subvariant BA.4 from a Filipino who traveled from the Middle East last May 4.
Wage board eyes pay hike for minimum earners in Calabarzon
Workers in Calabarzon may soon get a salary increase after a public hearing was held by the government together with the labor sector and management groups.
How Marcos DQ cases could block him from presidency despite election victory
Son of late dictator Bongbong Marcos Jr. have won the recent elections but his path to the presidency still faces legal hurdles. What would happen if his candidacy is declared void or he gets disqualified?