Biden to convene 40 world leaders to discuss climate
President Joe Biden is set to convene world leaders from 40 countries on Thursday to discuss the growing threats posed by climate change, and announce a key climate goal for the US.
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SC upholds conviction of mayor in 2010 irregular bids
The Supreme Court (SC) has upheld the ruling of the Sandiganbayan to convict the former mayor of Quezon, Bukidnon in connection with irregularities in the procurement of trucks and heavy equipment for the municipality in 2010.
Sinas reshuffles 10 police execs
Ten police officials were included in the latest reorganization in the Philippine National Police (PNP).
4 dead, 13 hurt due to ‘Bising’
The death toll from the onslaught of Typhoon Bising has climbed to four, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported on Thursday.
WPS security assured with more assets
The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF WPS) is coordinating for the deployment of more assets needed by Area Task Forces (ATF) in securing the country’s control and sovereignty over the maritime territory.
‘Covid-19 worst crisis in Asia-Pacific since WW II’
The coronavirus pandemic has created the worst crisis in Asia-Pacific since World War II, exposing structural weaknesses and fault lines, and revealing gaps in health services, social protection, and digital connectivity in the region, according to a new study.
Filipino dual citizens need proof of PH citizenship for entry
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday reminded all Filipino dual citizens who wish to travel to the Philippines to present necessary documents as proof of Philippine citizenship to prevent any inconvenience with airline companies and immigration authorities.
Japanese Prime Minister postpones visit to PH
The Philippines understands the decision of Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga to postpone his plan to visit Philippines and India on a trip originally set for the end of the month.
Biden: Chauvin conviction can be ‘giant step forward’
The conviction of ex-Minneapolis, Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin can be a “giant step forward” in the US’ struggle with systemic racism, President Joe Biden said Tuesday.
US jury finds Chauvin guilty of all 3 charges over Floyd’s death
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of two counts of murder and one count of manslaughter over the death of George Floyd, the judge presiding over the high-profile trial announced Tuesday, reading the jury’s verdict.
Baguio starts vaccination of elderly in 27 villages
The city government has started the initial vaccination of senior citizens in 27 villages from April 21 to 23.
Gale warning due to ‘Bising’ grounds Pangasinense fishermen
The Pangasinan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO) has advised fisherfolk in the coastal areas of the province not to set sail due to the gale warning issued by the weather bureau amid Typhoon Bising.
Four La Union towns to shift to GCQ
The towns of Agoo, Aringay, Naguilian, and Tubao in La Union will be placed under general community quarantine (GCQ) from April 22 until May 5 from modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) classification.
PNPA top grad has ‘heart for public service’
GENERAL SANTOS CITY – Family-oriented and has a heart for public service. This is how Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Hinirang Class of 2021 valedictorian, Cadet 1st Class Kenneth John Etucas, was described by his family here as he graduated on Wednesday along with 253 other members of his batch. Leonora Etucas, Kenneth’s mother, said … Read More
PH to receive 500K more CoronaVac doses on April 22: envoy
The Philippines will receive 500,000 more doses of government-procured CoronaVac vaccines on April 22, Philippine Ambassador to China Jose Santiago Sta. Romana announced Wednesday.
‘Bising’ leaves three people dead, 230K others displaced: NDRRMC
Three people were killed due to the onslaught of Typhoon Bising, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said on Wednesday.
US ready to help in securing PH exclusive zones: envoy
The United States government is “obviously waiting” for Manila to call if it needs assistance in removing foreign vessels staying unauthorized in the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said Tuesday.
20M Sputnik V doses expected within the year: PH envoy
The Philippines is expected to receive about 20 million doses of coronavirus vaccines developed by Russia’s Gamaleya Research Institute within 2021, Philippine Ambassador in Moscow Carlos Sorreta said Tuesday.
Pinoys told to adjust travel plans as HK bans flights from PH
All passenger flights from the Philippines are temporarily prohibited from landing in Hong Kong for 14 days, beginning April 20, after local authorities designated the country as an “extremely high-risk place”, the Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong said.
Over 519K displaced OFWs sent home: DOLE
The government has so far repatriated a total of 519,566 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) back to their hometowns.