Manila – Despite a recent increase in Covid-19 infections, the Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines has assured that the country’s healthcare system capacity remains at low risk. The week of November 28 to December 4, 2023, saw 1,340 new Covi…
Dubai – The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported a significant acceleration in the rate of climate change between 2011 and 2020, labeling it the warmest decade on record. This report, presented at the Conference of the Parties (COP28) …
Manila – France has indicated its willingness to conduct joint maritime patrols in the West Philippine Sea, as stated by the French Ambassador to the Philippines, Marie Fontanel. This announcement on Wednesday reinforces France’s commitment to enhanci…
Manila – In a significant legislative move, the House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a new procurement bill aimed at enhancing the efficiency, transparency, and sustainability of government procurement processes. House Bill (HB) 9663, known as…
Manila – The House of Representatives Committee on Dangerous Drugs has decided to release former Mexico, Pampanga mayor Teddy Tumang from detention, citing the spirit of the Christmas season. The decision was made during a committee inquiry into a PHP…
Manila – Key justice system stakeholders convened at the Jail Decongestion Summit on Wednesday to develop strategies for addressing the overcrowding crisis in the nation’s jails and prisons. Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo outlined a th…
