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Explained: Why Russia’s Covid-19 vaccine claims are being questioned
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte is proud of the Russian government’s promise to give the country a vaccine against COVID-19. “Ito, tingin ko kay President [Vladimir] Putin, tulong niya sa atin, libre. Kaya ngayon, tinatanggap natin, at kung ano ang supply, mag-usap pa kami… Pagdating ng bakuna, in public, para walang satsat ‘yan, in public,…
Infected by COVID worldwide, 20.2-M – reports
The number of COVID-19 positives worldwide is already hitting 20,238,926. 6,335,819 (99%) of them have mild conditions and 64,545 (1%) are in serious or critical condition. So far, 737,900 have died due to the disease. While 13,100,662 were cured, after treatment and quarantine procedure. Here are the 10 countries with the highest number of COVID…
Fuga Islanders will be armed if Chinese Investors evict them from their island due to the planned ‘Smart City’ – Gov. Mamba
TUGUEGARAO CITY – Governor Manuel Mamba of Cagayan has stressed that he will arm the residents of Fuga Island in Aparri, Cagayan, if they are evicted. Mamba reacted to Chinese investors’ plan to make the island a “Smart City”. Mamba clarified that he is not opposed to the development of the island but Fuga residents…
Never allow Fuga islands fall in hands of ‘red China’ – Enrile
THE FUGA ISLAND GOUP ANDOUR NATIONAL SECURITY By: Juan Ponce EnrileAugust 7, 2020 The Fuga island group is composed of the islands of Fuga, Barit and Mabbag. These islands are located 30 kilometers off the Northern Coast of Luzon. They belong to the town of Aparri, Cagayan, but they are closer to the town of…
‘Dos Por Dos’ tandem of DZMM, has moved to DZRH
Anthony “Ka Tunying” Taberna and his DZMM partner Gerry Baja will be heard in their new “home”. Starting September, the Taberna-Baja tandem will be heard on DZRH, according to article by showbiz columnist Ricky Lo. It is not yet certain if their program will still be called “Dos Por Dos”. It will be recalled that…
‘All time-high’ COVID-19 cases today, hit nearly 7,000
Another record-high confirmed case of COVID-19 was recorded today by the Department of Health (DOH). Of the 74 laboratories that submitted their data, 6,958 were added to the case of the deadly virus in the Philippines. Another record-high confirmed case of COVID-19 was recorded today by the Department of Health (DOH). Of the 74 laboratories…
Anakpawis chairperson ‘stabbed to death’ in Novaliches
MANILA, Philippines – Anakpawis party-list chairperson Randall “Ka Randy” Echanis was stabbed to death this morning, August 10, at his rented house in Novaliches, Quezon City, according to a report by the Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas (KMP). ), Monday. Echanis killed his neighbor at around 1:30 a.m. earlier after five unidentified suspects entered. Echanis was…
Miss Universe Philippines organizers are confident that this year’s pageant will be held
The organizer of Miss Universe Philippines believes that their first pageant will continue this year. This is after being twice delayed due to a coronavirus pandemic. Jonas Gaffud, Creative and Events Director of Miss Universe Philippines, said that if there are no more problems, they will continue the pageant on October 25, 2020. The Miss…
AGT judge Simon Cowell, in hospital after an accident
“American Got Talent” judge Simon Cowell was rushed to the hospital in an accident. According to his spokesperson, he tried his new electric bike at his house on the Malibu estate. Suddenly it plunged down and it was here that 60-year-old Cowell fell. He is currently in the hospital and is also scheduled for surgery…
Sen. Bong Revilla, tested positive for COVID-19
Sen. also tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID1-19). Ramon “Bong” Revilla, Jr. “Sad news – I am COVID-19 positive,” Revilla said in an online post. If you recall, a senator staff tested positive and died in March. Aside from Revilla, his wife Bacoor City, Cavite Mayor Lani Mercado and their children have also been tested….