The World Health Organization (WHO) may be wrong about its data claiming the Philippines has the fastest rising number of COVID-19 cases in the Western Pacific region, Senate President Vicente Sotto III said Tuesday (June 30).
Stop saying stupid sh*t! Roque earns online flak over triumphant remark on beating UP prediction on COVID cases
Another day, another controversy for this Palace politiko. Presidential Spokesman Harry Roque is getting intense flak on social media over his victory claim on coronavirus…
Tigok agad ABS-CBN! Angara slams double standard after NTC orders TVPlus, Sky Direct shutdown
Senator Sonny Angara is aghast at the government’s double standard against ABS-CBN after the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) ordered two of its broadcasting platforms to shut down.
Grabe double standard! Angara slams NTC order vs ABS-CBN subsidiary Sky Cable
Tigok agad? Senator Sonny Angara is dismayed with a telecommunications agency’s closure order against a cable operations of an affiliated company of ABS-CBN network. The…
Making room: BI deports 10 detained foreigners
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Jaime Morente has deported 10 more foreigners who have been detained at the immigration detention facility in Taguig City as the agency continues its decongestion efforts due to the continued threat of the COVID-19 virus.
Hontiveros reminds Roque: COVID-19 ang kalaban, hindi UP
Uh-oh. Presidential Spokesman Harry Roque is bursting with joy after the country supposedly beaten the University of the Philippines (UP) forecast of higher COVID cases…
Ex-DOTr exec tagged in Wirecard scandal getting threats
Former transportation assistant secretary Mark Tolentino has revealed to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) of receiving death threats, Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra.
Office of Solicitor General locked down over COVID-19 case
Solicitor General Jose Calida has declared a lockdown at his offices in Makati City after one of his employees tested positive for COVID-19 virus.
Guevarra orders NBI to probe deaths of 4 soldiers shot by cops
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said on Tuesday (June 30) he will order the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to investigate the deaths of four military intelligence officers who were killed by police in Jolo, Sulu.
Physical MCLE classes still suspended
Not only the bar exams, the resumption of the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) for lawyers remain uncertain.
What are politiko homes like? Get a glimpse into their home offices
Many politikos are doing much of their work from home amid the coronavirus pandemic. As the disease outbreak forces people to stay indoors, these prominent…
‘Di nakuntentong walang Channel 2! NTC orders ABS-CBN to stop operations of TVPlus in Metro Manila, Sky Direct
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has dealt a double whammy to ABS-CBN in a day with its order Tuesday (June 30) for the network to stop broadcasting on TV Plus in Metro Manila and operating Sky Cable’s satellite broadcast service.
‘Congratulations, Philippines!’: Gov’t ‘winning’ fight against COVID, says Palace
Malacañang on Tuesday congratulated the Philippines for beating the prediction of researchers from the University of the Philippines (UP) that the country’s coronavirus (Covid-19) cases would reach 40,000 by the end of June.
Seryoso na ito! Ping pushes speedy but thorough probe of Sulu shooting
Sen. Panfilo Lacson on Tuesday pushed for a speedy but thorough investigation into the fatal shooting of four Army officers by police in Sulu province.
Let them go! Drilon says POGOs are not a loss to the nation
Senate Minority Floor Leader Franklin Drilon has reminded the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to “stop playing a lover” to offshore gaming operators under the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) amid the reported departure of two of its major industry players.
De Lima wants inquiry on reported underground clinics treating Chinese nationals
Detained Senator Leila de Lima is seeking an inquiry over the discoveries of underground health facilities operated by Chinese nationals amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Government to revisit Covid-19 strategies
The Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) on Emerging Infectious Diseases has approved the recommendations of the economic team to revisit strategies in combating coronavirus to achieve a better balance between health and economy.
WHO says pandemic ‘not even close’ to over as toll passes 500,000
The coronavirus pandemic is “not even close to being over”, the WHO warned Monday, as the global death toll passed half a million and cases surged in Latin America and the United States.
As Facebook ad boycott enters new phase, impact unclear
The advertiser boycott of Facebook has morphed into a global digital activist campaign aimed at curbing hateful and toxic content on the social media giant. But its impact remains unclear.
White House says no intel consensus on Russia bounties
President Donald Trump was not briefed on reports that Russia offered bounties to Taliban-linked militias to kill US soldiers in Afghanistan due to concern over the accuracy of the intelligence, a White House spokeswoman said Monday.
US ends arms exports, China restricts visas in Hong Kong row
The United States on Monday ended sensitive defense exports to Hong Kong, further ramping up pressure in a row over the financial capital’s autonomy from China.
Japan pandemic jobless data mask woe for millions: experts
Unlike most major global powers, Japan has been spared an explosion in unemployment during the coronavirus pandemic, despite the world’s third-biggest economy suffering its first recession in more than five years.
Trump defends John Wayne legacy over airport ‘racism’ row
US President Donald Trump leapt to the defense Monday of his movie idol John Wayne, after California Democrats called for the actor’s name to be removed from a local airport due to “racist” comments.
WATCH | ‘Ngayon pa talaga?’ Leni says Paolo Duterte’s bill renaming NAIA ill-timed
Presidential son and Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte wants to rename NAIA. Vice President Leni Robredo expressed dismay over his proposal.
