The killings took place after President Duterte delivered a speech instructing the police to “kill all communists and don’t mind human rights.” …
With 2,668 new infections, COVID-19 cases in Philippines cross 600,000
Nearly a year since the government first imposed lockdowns, the country’s caseload reached 600,428. Of these, 41,822, or 7%, are active cases.
Biazon calls on House panel to convene, discuss possible option for Philippines regarding VFA
Muntinlupa City Representative Ruffy Biazon has called on House members in the congressional committee on the Philippines-United States Visiting Forces Agreement to thoroughly discuss the possible …
Someone from the Philippines could become $155 million richer this Wednesday
The American Powerball lottery currently offers the biggest jackpot prize in the world: $155 million. The winner of this enormous prize could be someone from the Philippines!
Philippines Raises Taal Volcano Alert on Increasing Unrest
The Philippines increased its alert level on Taal volcano as the tourist attraction 65 kilometers south of the capital recorded increased unrest.
Philippines’ unemployment rate steady at 8.7% in January
The Philippines’ unemployment rate remained at 8.7% in January, unchanged from the last official survey in October, with more people rejoining the labour force as the country relaxed coronavirus curbs …
Philippines human rights watchdog launches probe as nine killed in anti-communist raids Duterte govt says were ‘legal’
The Philippines human rights watchdog has launched a probe after nine unarmed people died during a police operation. The deaths followed the president’s order to troops to “kill” rebels, but the govt …
Most Philippine employers say they plan to raise salaries this year
REUTERSEMPLOYERS in the Philippines expect to raise salaries by an average of 5.6% this year — the slowest pace in over a decade — as companies remain cautiously optimistic amid the coronavirus crisis …
Philippines so far vaccinated 44,000 vs. COVID-19, says Galvez
More than 44,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in the Philippines, the country’s vaccines czar Secretary Carlito Galvez said on Monday. In a briefing chaired by President Rodrigo …
Philippines best workplace
Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture and the people behind the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ list since 1998, announces the Philippines’ Best Workplaces for 2021.