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Day: June 26, 2023

DOH: Daily average of new Covid-19 cases down 20%

The country’s daily average of new coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases decreased by 20 percent from June 19 to 25, the Department of Health (DOH) reported Monday. In its latest case bulletin, the agency recorded 492 daily infections, a drop of 1…

Lapu-Lapu City boosts aftercare programs for former drug users

To keep the people in this historical city from drug abuse and ensure the safety of tourists, the local government unit intensifies its aftercare programs for drug rehabilitation patients. Mayor Junard Chan on Monday said the local government lined up…

Snack manufacturers nix new tax on ‘junk food’

Snack manufacturers on Monday appealed to Congress to avoid raising taxes on food items as the country is still recovering from a recent surge in food inflation. The appeal came as a reaction to proposals by economic managers to place additional taxes…

PCSO urges public to join special sweepstakes vs. malnutrition

As the country commemorates Nutrition Month this coming July, Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office chairman Junie E. Cua on Monday urged the public to lend a hand in raising more resources to fight malnutrition in the country. In a statement, Cua poi…

PBBM wants new opportunities for Pinoy seafarers via upskilling

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday urged the country’s maritime industry to adapt new technologies and secure emerging opportunities for Filipino seafarers. In his speech during the Seafarers Summit at Conrad Hotel in Pasay City, Marcos also …