MANILA, Philippines — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recast its forecast for the Philippine economy to a deeper decline of 7.3 percent this year, citing subdued private consumption and …
3,544 new cases bring Philippines’ COVID-19 tally to 269,407
The Philippines’ coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caseload increased to 269,407 on Tuesday after the Department of Health (DOH) announced 3,544 new infections, marking the eighth consecutive day in …
Philippines, Japan sign ¥50-B standby loan for post-disaster response
The Philippines and Japan on Tuesday inked a JP¥50-billion (roughly P23 billion) loan agreement to support the government’s immediate budgetary needs for post-disaster response upon the declaration of …
Philippines reports 3,544 novel coronavirus cases, 34 more deaths
The Philippines’ health ministry on Tuesday confirmed 3,544 additional novel coronavirus infections and 34 more deaths. In a bulletin, the ministry said total infections had increased to 269,407, the …
Duterte asks Malaysia to help 3,000 Filipinos in Sabah awaiting repatriation
Despite the “ticklish” issue of the Philippines’ claim to Sabah, President Rodrigo Duterte appealed to Malaysia’s “humanitarian sense” in helping Filipinos in that disputed area.
Philippines reports another record spike in daily coronavirus deaths
The Philippines on Monday reported a record daily increase in new coronavirus deaths for the second time in three days, adding 259 more fatalities to bring the total to 4,630. In a bulletin, the …
Philippines 30cm distancing rule seen as ‘reckless’; deaths hit record
Experts described as dangerous and premature on Monday the Philippines’ decision to cut the social distancing minimum to 30 centimetres (12 inches) on public transport, as the country saw another …
Coronavirus pandemic fuelling plant poaching in Philippines
Gardening craze has led to endangered species being dug up from mountains and forests …
Doctors Oppose Philippines’ Move to Ease Distancing Rules
A group of medical frontline workers in the Philippines opposes the government’s decision to ease distancing rules in public transport, saying it will further increase coronavirus infections in the …
Cloudy skies, rain expected over Philippines as PAGASA monitors 2 LPAs
State weather bureau PAGASA on Sunday said cloudy skies and rainshowers should be expected over the Philippines within the next 24 hours due to the trough of a low pressure area (LPA) and localized …