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Tag: COVID-19 crisis

My could have beens

"What if I had pursued these paths?"   At 94, I often look back on events of my life. I sometimes wonder what could have happened...

World must not forget to help Afghanistan–UN

The international community must continue aiding Afghanistan or face the risk of “disastrous consequences,” UN refugee chief Filippo Grandi urged ahead of a donor...

Cayetano vows to make execs pay for late aid

Officials who made it difficult for people to get government assistance during the COVID-19 crisis will be made to pay, House Speaker Alan Peter...

Ombudsman probes Duque

Health Ombudsman Samuel Martires said other Department of Health (DOH) officials and employees would also be subject to investigation. “I directed the creation of two...

No live audience in Miss Universe Philippines 2020 crowning in October

With major international events and large gatherings, including the 2020 Miss Universe pageant, in limbo due to the uncertain times brought about by the...

WHO kicks off international meet amid US-China tensions

Geneva—The World Health Organization will on Monday kick off its first-ever virtual assembly, but fears abound that US-China tensions could derail the strong action...

Caltex and brand partners bolster fight against COVID-19 with more fuel discounts for frontliners and various donations

Caltex fuels, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), continues its support and appreciation to our frontliners thru donations and fuel discounts during this ongoing...

PH suspends international flights

The government suspended all commercial and international flights for seven days in nine of its airports beginning Sunday, May 3, on the request of the...

Finance companies support grace period for loans

With the “Bayanihan to Heal as One Act” now in place to help ease the financial burden of Filipinos amidst the COVID-19 crisis, a coalition...

COVID-19 is different from the 1997 Asian Crisis

By Alejandro Mañalac, chairman, Havitas Developments Since the lockdown last March, I have done several webinars and accommodated some interviews about my outlook on the industry...

Martial law not in Rody’s plans

Malacañang repeated Monday that declaring martial law is not included in the plans of President Rodrigo Duterte and that he will not use the COVID-19...

Lacson bares P989-billion ‘idle’ budget for ‘19

Senator Panfilo Lacson said he wants an explanation on the need for a supplemental budget to address the COVID-19 crisis when there’s still an unused P989...

Tech enables study from home

With the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) keeping both students and teachers at home, schools have turned to technology to ensure that education continues even...

World Bank approves $500M loan to boost PH response to COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved $500 million in financing to help strengthen the Philippine government’s capacity to address disaster risks and...
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