The Philippines' health ministry on Tuesday confirmed 2,093 novel coronavirus infections and 25 more deaths, the lowest number of fatalities reported in 15 days. ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ COVID-19 tally tops 326,000 with 2,093 new cases
The Philippines’ coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caseload rose to 326,833 on Tuesday after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 2,093 new infections. Metro Manila continued to log the highest ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines: Human Rights Council Joint NGO Statement
Get updates on human rights issues from around the globe. Join our movement today. Thank you, Madam President. On behalf of 14 organisations, including colleagues in the Philippines, we are deeply ... ( read original story ...)
Congress must act to end US military aid to the Philippines
In the midst of a pandemic, a severe economic recession and a bruising presidential race, there is a danger that crucial issues like the need to stop arming the Duterte regime will get lost in the shu ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota PH crowns GR Supra GT Cup Asia Philippines champions
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has revealed the local contingent for the Japanese brand’s Asia-wide e-motorsport series this October.The national winners in the recently-concluded Toyota GR Supra GT ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus live news: Chinese vaccines to be assessed; Japan-South Korea travel plan revealed
Mexican minister says huge jump was ‘one-off’ caused by data methodology change; Japan and South Korea to resume business travel ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan police look for suspects after Ahmadi professor killed
Police in northwestern Pakistan have launched a manhunt for suspects, including a Muslim professor, accused of killing a colleague from the minority Ahmadiyya sect following arguments on religion, ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan ex-president charged for corruption, ex-pm with sedition
Asif Ali Zardari charged in two corruption cases, while Punjab government admits case against Nawaz Sharif for treason. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia’s Parliament Approves Jobs Bill, Despite Labor and Environmental Fears
Parliament moved up a vote on the coronavirus stimulus bill after unions called for a national strike. Critics say it will relax rules to prevent deforestation and protect workers. ( read original story ...)
India’s September gold imports fall 59% to four-month low – government source
India's gold imports in September fell 59% from a year earlier to the lowest level in four months, a government source said on Tuesday, as a drop in prices from a record high failed to lure buyers, ... ( read original story ...)