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PhilHealth open to probe amid corruption allegations

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 23:45:29 +0000

PhilHealth says, it is open to any investigation amid corruption allegations. The defense comes after Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque tweeted about the agency’s alleged inaction.

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Independence Day rites push through despite Covid-19

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 23:28:22 +0000

Independence day ceremonies push through despite the threat of Covid-19. The Philippine flag was raised in various historical sites. How different are the Independence day rites in the country under the so-called new normal?

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Train services to operate with limited capacity

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:04:52 +0000

Metro Manila under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) poses a major problem for employees returning to work. With limited capacity for public transportation, getting a ride is a concern. Are authorities ready for the possible surge of train commuters?

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Jeepney drivers ask government to allow them to operate

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Thu, 28 May 2020 21:17:05 +0000

With the easing of restrictions under a possible General Community Quarantine (GCQ) beginning next week, jeepney drivers are urging officials to allow them to resume operations. They say they’ve been struggling to feed their families by the day.

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Budget Department defends purchases of Covid-19 equipment

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Thu, 21 May 2020 22:47:15 +0000

A high-ranking official from the Budget Department sets the record straight on the procurement of Covid-19 test kits and machines. The official says the department did it’s best to find cheap yet quality equipment. A lawmaker earlier disclosed government purchases of test kits and equipment from a supplier at padded prices.

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Health Department releases guidelines on standards across sectors

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:57:03 +0000

The Health Department releases guidelines for Covid-19 mitigation across all sectors. These will serve as basis for policy-making by government agencies and the private sector.

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Supermarket group appeals against hoarding

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:20:30 +0000

A group of supermarket owners is appealing to the public to avoid hoarding. It says, there’s enough supply of basic necessities.

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Food supply in Balintawak market remains stable

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:10:29 +0000

The supply of meat and vegetables in the Balintawak public market in Quezon city remains stable amid the community quarantine in Metro Manila. But some retailers say their suppliers are running into some delays at checkpoints.

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Malls start placing stricter measures

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 10:04:07 +0000

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Filipinos from Wuhan, China released from quarantine

CNN Philippines, Rex Remitio — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:46:52 +0000

49 Filipinos quarantined in New Clark City were given a clean bill health and sent home after 14 days. But more are set to be brought to the facility, and locals are again raising concern.

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