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Lorenzana says Philippines must have balanced ties with US, China The Philippines must have a balanced relationship with the United States and Asian Superpower China in order to protect the country's interest in the South China Sea, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said on Monday.
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Regular status ng manggagawa ‘di dapat mawala – DOLE chief Manila, Philippines – Hindi papayagan ang mga kompanya na tanggalin angregular employment status ng mga manggagawa dulot ng coronavirus pandemic, ayon sa labor department. “May mga pailan-ilan na natatanggap naming report. Pero hindi puwede iyon… Hindi puwede iyong sabihin mong hindi ka na regular employee, kontrata ka na lang,” ani Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III. […] The post Regular status ng manggagawa ‘di dapat mawala – DOLE chief appeared first on REMATE ONLINE.
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NBA: Nets overcome Clippers despite Kawhi's 39 points The Brooklyn Nets claimed a confidence-boosting triumph on Sunday, beating the Los Angeles Clippers 129-120 despite a 39-point effort from All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard.
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Joey de Leon Has This ‘Patutsada’ Against Paolo Ballesteros, Allan K Joey de Leon tagged Paolo Ballesteros and Allan K in this post Henyo Master Joey de Leon has this “patutsada” against fellow Eat Bulaga hosts Paolo Ballesteros and Allan K. Joey is known for his social media posts with his signature humor. He would sometimes share his funny poems, pun, and satire. His fans are […] The post Joey de Leon Has This ‘Patutsada’ Against Paolo Ballesteros, Allan K appeared first on Philippine News.
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Indecisive In Tagalog – English To Tagalog Translations What Is Indecisive In Tagalog? (Answer) INDECISIVE IN TAGALOG – There are several Filipino words that do not have a direct translation in English, that’s why we need context to fully translate them. In Tagalog, Indecisive can be translated as “urong-sulong“. However, if you take it word-for-word, “urong-sulong” can be directly translated as “back-and-forth”. Still, […] The post Indecisive In Tagalog – English To Tagalog Translations appeared first on Philippine News.
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House Ways and Means Committee OKs bills exempting three HEIs from paying tariff for books In less than seven minutes, the House Committee on Ways and Means approved on Monday substitute measures seeking to exempt from custom duties the importation of economic, technical, and cultural books or publications by three higher education institutions (HEIs), two of which are located in Mindanao. (MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) During a virtual meeting, the House panel, chaired by Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Salceda, passed the three unnumbered measures, which substituted House Bill No. ...
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BI to deport American fugitive The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is deporting an American fugitive wanted by authorities in California for assault and possession of deadly weapon. (MANILA BULLETIN) Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente said 45-year-old Peter Alex Drier was arrested last Wednesday in Laurel, Batangas by joint operatives from the BI’s fugitive search unit (FSU) and Batangas police. ...
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MinDA promoting use of bamboo face shields DAVAO CITY (PNA) – The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is promoting the use of handmade bamboo face shields as an added layer of protection against the coronavirus. The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is promoting the use of handmade bamboo face shields as an added layer of protection against the coronavirus. ...
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COVID-19 leaves indigenous peoples at a disadvantage — CHR The COVID-19 pandemic has left indigenous peoples at a particular disadvantage, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said. Commission on Human Rights (Facebook / MANILA BULLETIN) While many Filipinos in Metro Manila are grappling with their daily commute to work, the resumption of online classes for children, and worrying about how to avoid getting infected, among many others, indigenous people are struggling for access to relevant information and healthcare, the CHR said. CHR spokesperson Atty. ...
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Gov’t in control of COVID-19 crisis, DILG chief assures MANILA, Philippines --- The government is still "in control" of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis even as the number of cases approached the 130,000 mark, Interior Secretary Eduardo Ao assured Monday. "We are still in control. We placed NCR [National Capital Region] and four provinces under MECQ because we know that our hospitals are overwhelmed so we have to restrict the movement of the people but eventually, we hope the numbers will improve," Ao said in an interview on ANC. ...
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One People, One Nation, Healing as One Over the course of 57 years, the Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has taken a more expansive and relevant role in the service of Filipinos and the nation. From delivering intensified support to the country's agriculture sector, to becoming a reliable partner of the National Government and Local Government Units (LGUs) in driving progress, LANDBANK has remained committed in pursuing its brand promise -- 'We Help You Grow. ...
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Metro Manila ready for GCQ anew after August 18–Lorenzana MANILA, Philippines --- Metro Manila is ready to return to general community quarantine (GCQ) status once the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) lapses on August 18, Defense Secretary and National Task Force against COVID-19 chairman Delfin Lorenzana said Monday. "Yes, I think the trend is going down. Yesterday mga 3,000 na lang 'yung bagong kaso, down from 6,000 previously," he said in an interview on ABS-CBN News Channel. "I think we are ready to go down. ...
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RLC’s H1 profit down 8% Gokongwei-led Robinsons Land Corp. booked P3.7 billion in first semester net profit, down 8 percent year-on-year, as the coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic and the consequent lockdown protocols took a heavy toll on mall operations in the second quarter.Coming from a net profit of P3.16 billion in the first quarter, the latest report implied a second quarter net profit of P540 million, marking a decline of around 75 percent from the previous year's reported level. ...
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Hundreds rally against detention of Thai protest leaders BANGKOK --- Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in Thailand on Saturday, after police arrested two leading anti-government protest leaders in an apparent attempt to stifle growing political unrest.Around 800 demonstrators packed a concourse near a shopping mall in central Bangkok to hear speeches denouncing the arrests and call for Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha to resign.Tensions rose briefly as police officers moved in, telling the crowd they were only observing. ...
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Manila: Abad Santos General Hospital’s maternity facility exceeds capacity MANILA, Philippines --- The Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital's (JJASGH) maternity ward in the City of Manila has temporarily stopped admitting expectant mothers after it exceeded its bed capacity, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced on Monday. Domagoso made the announcement on ABS-CBN News Channel. He said that the current occupancy rate at the hospital for pregnant women is already at 233 percent. ...
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Data privacy law among challenges in contact tracing, Año admits MANILA, Philippines --- Interior Secretary Eduardo Ao admitted Monday that the country's data privacy law is among the hurdles being faced in tracing the close contacts of persons positive for COVID-19."Isa nating balakid dyan ay yung data privacy law natin, hindi nagbibigay ng full information," Ao said in an interview over Teleradyo when asked if there were any challenges in terms of contact tracing.(One of the challenges there is our data privacy law. Full information cannot be disclosed. ...
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Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested under security law HONG KONG --- An aide to Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai says Lai was arrested Monday morning under the city's national security law on suspicion of collusion with foreign powers. "Jimmy Lai is being arrested for collusion with foreign powers at this time," Mark Simon wrote on Twitter. Hong Kong police said in a statement that seven people had been arrested on suspicion of violating the national security law, but did not reveal the names of those arrested. ...
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PhilHealth chief Morales files medical leave amid corruption allegations MANILA, Philippines --- Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) president Ricardo Morales on Monday bared he already filed a medical leave amid probe on alleged irregularities within the agency. "But you know, in this case, nature has intervened and we'll have to take the doctor's advice," Morales said in an interview on CNN Philippines. "Well I have already relayed to my bosses my intentions and it's up to them to decide. My fate is in their hands. ...
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Sotto tells PhilHealth’s Morales: No privacy for those holding high public office MANILA, Philippines --- Senate President Vicente Sotto III said Monday those holding high public office do not enjoy the luxury of privacy after Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) president and CEO Ricardo Morales claimed that his privacy was supposedly not respected following the disclosure of his medical condition amid the alleged anomalies hounding the agency. ...
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PhilHealth chief’s medical leave won’t hamper Senate probe, filing of charges – Sotto MANILA, Philippines--- The decision of Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) president Ricardo Morales to take a medical leave will not stop the Senate from investigating and filing of charges against officials involved in alleged massive corruption within the agency, Senate President Vicente Sotto III said Monday morning. Morales earlier announced in a television interview that he would take a medical leave as advised by his doctor. ...
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DOH to delay COVID-19 case bulletin due to ‘system error’ MANILA, Philippines --- The Department of Health will delay the release of its daily bulletin for coronavirus disease on Monday due to a "system error."In a Facebook post, the DOH said it will release its daily case bulletin at 8 p.m. on Monday, which is hours later than its usual 4 p.m. release."This is due to an unexpected system error that caused the non-inclusion of new cases in the COVIDKAYA-extracted database," it said. ...
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US health secretary meets with Taiwan President Tsai on breakthrough visit TAIPEI, Taiwan --- U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar met with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Monday during the highest-level visit by an American Cabinet official since the break in formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei in 1979. ...
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Lillard rebounds with 51, Blazers top Sixers as Embiid hurt LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida --- Everything is back to normal for Damian Lillard.The All-Star point guard scored 51 points after a frustrating finish a night earlier, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 124-121 on Sunday.On Saturday against the Los Angeles Clippers, Lillard missed a pair of free throws with 18.6 seconds to go and a 3-pointer with 9.5 seconds left in a 122-117 loss. Clippers players Paul George and Patrick Beverley were seen laughing at Lillard's misfortune. ...
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1 dead, 7 hurt in 2-vehicle crash in Cagayan town TUGUEGARAO CITY ---- A 39-year-old man died after the car he was driving crashed against an armored van in Lallo town, Cagayan province on Saturday, police said.Police identified the victim Reymar Barcarse of Barangay Bangag in Aparri town.Investigators said rains over the weekend made the road slippery, causing the victim to lose control of his pickup before hitting the armored car.The police said the crash injured seven others. ...

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