'Delisting of dead voters ongoing'
The Comelec continues to delete the names of dead voters based on the list submitted by the local civil registrars,” Commissioner George Garcia said. "The Comelec continues to delete the names of dead voters based on the list submitted by the local civil registrars," Commissioner George Garcia said. As mandated by law, the civil registrar's office must issue a death certificate to enable the Comelec to legally delete from its voters' list the name of deceased voters. Jimenez cautioned that this could affect the credibility of the polls, thus the need to remove the deceased from the voters' list. The Comelec has appealed to the public for help by reporting the names of their dead relatives or friends so their names can be removed from the voters' list.
Source:Manila Times
March 30, 2022 21:23 UTC
Antetokounmpo denies Embiid; LeBron-less Lakers fall to Mavs
Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks against Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers yesterday at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (AFP)Milwaukee star Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 40 points and rejected a Joel Embiid shot with seconds remaining to propel the NBA champion Bucks to a key 118-116 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. It was the second-most first-half points allowed by the Lakers in franchise history — after the 83 conceded to the Celtics in 1959. “Not good enough in any way,” was Lakers coach Frank Vogel’s assessment after watching Mavs star Luka Doncic ride roughshod over his players. Out of a timeout Harden missed a three-pointer and Embiid grabbed the rebound for a put-back attempt that Antetokounmpo blocked with 1.6 seconds left.
Source:Manila Times
March 30, 2022 17:53 UTC
Covid mortality rate might be lower than official estimate, not much higher than flu: expert
A health expert estimated that Hong Kong’s actual Covid mortality rate should be 0.18 percent -- not much higher than the 0.1 percent for seasonal influenza. Speaking on a radio program on Monday, Ivan Hung Fan-ngai, co-convenor of the government’s vaccine panel, said the mortality rate of 0.63 percent estimated by authorities should be an exaggeration. He said the SAR government’s official case count should not be used to calculate the mortality rate, as many people did not report their cases. Instead, he found the University of Hong Kong's estimation to be more relevant -- that 4 million people were believed to have contracted the coronavirus. Hung said if the figure 4 million is used as the base, the mortality rate of Covid will drop to around 0.18 percent -- as compared to the rate of 0.1 percent for seasonal influenza.
Source:The Standard
March 28, 2022 21:08 UTC
India, Maldives sign MOU to upgrade police infrastructure in archipelago
The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the inauguration ceremony of Maldives’ National College for Policing and Law Enforcement (NCPLE) where the EAM spoke. ADVERTISEMENT“MoU signed today between @svpnpahyd and Maldives Police Force will grow NCPLE’s capacities and help it become a regional centre of excellence. Will also support the up-gradation of police infrastructure across #Maldives through an additional initiative,” EAM Jaishankar said in a tweet. The NCPLE will serve to strengthen the traditions of exchanges and training between the Police forces of Maldives and India,” Jaishankar added. Meanwhile, EAM Jaishankar called on the President of Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Sunday.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 28, 2022 20:15 UTC
Taiwan sees Ukraine war helping Chinese yuan's internationalization
The war in Ukraine and Russia's effective exclusion from the global currency system could be an opportunity for China to raise the profile of its currency in a challenge to the U.S. dollar, a senior Taiwanese security official said on Monday. "Whether in renminbi trade or currency issuance system, this is an opportunity that must be taken" by China, Chen said, using the yuan's formal name. "The Ukraine-Russia war is maybe another 911-style opportunity," he said. Beijing has repeatedly voiced opposition to the sanctions on russia and has insisted it will maintain normal economic and trade exchanges. It has declined to condemn Moscow's action in Ukraine or call it an invasion.
Source:The Standard
March 28, 2022 12:58 UTC
Zelensky says Russian businessmen offered Ukraine support
KYIV, Ukraine – President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that Ukraine had received offers of support from Russian businessmen and that Kyiv would give refuge to anyone who backed his country’s fight against Moscow. During an interview with Russian journalists Zelensky said he had received signals of support from Russian businessmen, including Roman Abramovich. ADVERTISEMENTThe Ukrainian leader said the businessmen had told him they wanted to “do something” and “help somehow” to de-escalate Russia’s now month-long military assault on Ukraine. Zelensky said that some Russian business had offered support in the hope of being excluded from penalties in return. He also said that Ukraine was prepared to help Russian businessmen who aided Kyiv’s fight against Russian troops.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 28, 2022 06:59 UTC
Duterte’s birthday wish: Clean, fair, honest 2022 elections
MANILA, Philippines — All President Rodrigo Duterte wants for his birthday is a “clean, fair, and honest” election in the May 9 polls, said the Malacañang on Sunday. “We join all our countrymen in wishing our beloved President Rodrigo Roa Duterte a happy 77th birthday on March 28,” Acting Presidential Spokesperson Martin Andanar said in a statement. ADVERTISEMENTAndanar said Duterte will hold only a simple and quiet birthday celebration in Davao City. “His birthday wish for this year is to have a clean, fair, and honest election in May 2022, as he has time and again underscored the importance of a peaceful transfer of power as part of his enduring legacy,” said Andanar. He then expressed gratitude to the President for “inspiring” other government officials and wished him good health so that he may continue “serving the interest of and bringing betterment to the lives of Filipinos.”RELATED STORYSara Duterte’s birthday wish for President Duterte: Good health, happinessjeSubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 28, 2022 02:07 UTC
Private doctors could be allowed to prescribe Covid oral drugs: Hospital Authority
Hospital Authority said on Sunday that it is considering to expand the use of Covid-19 oral drugs and to allow their prescription by private doctors. Larry Lee Lap-yip, the authority's chief manager for integrated clinical services, said so far more than 18,500 patients have been prescribed oral drugs, of which most had taken Molnupiravir from American pharmaceutical company Merck. Lee said more details have to be hammered out, considering that prescription drugs are regulated by law. The authority also needs to think about where patients can get the drugs after the prescription. He said the number of patients admitted to the community treatment facility at AsiaWorld-Expo has increased to 350 after mainland medics arrived to help.
Source:The Standard
March 27, 2022 18:11 UTC
India justifies buying more Russian discounted oil
NEW DELHI/BANGALORE – As inflation rises in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government may be set to buy more barrels of discounted Russian oil and revive rupee-rouble trade. ADVERTISEMENTState-owned Indian Oil has reportedly bought three million barrels of Russian oil, while Hindustan Petroleum has ordered two million barrels. Nayara Energy, which is partly owned by Russian oil giant Rosneft, has ordered 1.8 million barrels. ADVERTISEMENTThe Indian government has vociferously defended its position to import Russian oil, pointing out that many European countries continue to buy Russian oil and gas. “The Western criticism of India’s oil purchase is all hypocrisy, as more than half of Europe is still buying oil from Russia,” he added.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 27, 2022 07:33 UTC
Pope leads prayer for peace between Russia, Ukraine
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis led the world’s Catholic bishops on Friday evening as they prayed for peace between Russia and Ukraine. The Pope presided at a service in St. Peter’s Basilica, entrusting the protection of all humanity, “especially Russia and Ukraine,” to Mary, who Christians believe is the Mother of God. Since Russia invaded its neighbor on Feb. 24 in what it called a “special military operation,” the Pope has implicitly criticized Moscow. But on Friday, he used the words Russia and Russians as part of his prayer and homily. The Pope mentioning Russia on Friday’s prayer was welcomed by some Church traditionalists who otherwise generally oppose Pope Francis.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 27, 2022 06:07 UTC
Treats and dishes to someone's day special
Give love with Red Ribbon's cakes and pastriesThere is no better time to give love than today and no reason is too little to show someone how one feel. In its latest campaign, Red Ribbon showed that expressing love does not always have to be a grand gesture. That's what we, at Red Ribbon, want our customers to feel when they receive a Red Ribbon cake or pastry: that someone loves and appreciates them," said Cathleen Capati, Red Ribbon marketing head. "For 43 years, Red Ribbon's accessible, high quality, delectable cakes and pastries have been part of every Filipino celebration – big and small. * * *Make dish irresistibly delicious with Eden Melt SarapElevate simple dishes from simple to something special with Eden Melt Sarap, made even meltier than its previous recipe.
Source:Manila Times
March 25, 2022 22:40 UTC
Serta at forefront on World Sleep Day
This year, as the international community celebrates World Sleep Day with the theme "Quality Sleep, Sound Mind, and Happy World," various organizations worldwide are highlighting the importance of sleep in mental health in the continued face for other challenges of the modern world. How sleep affects mental healthWhile having poor sleep quality is often caused by moderate to serious disorders including poor sleep hygiene, stress, sleep apnea or other chronic health condition, sleep experts identify that promoting good sleep hygiene can provide a great chance of achieving a good sleep quality. Global sleep qualityFor more than 90 years, one global brand has been at the forefront of sleep innovation championing quality sleep products in more than 150 countries. Serta Philippines joins the world in its global call for quality sleep, a sound mind, and a happy world as it celebrates World Sleep Day. This Serta World Sleep Day promo is available online via Serta Philippines official website http://www.serta.com.ph/ as well as in Serta Sleep Center at Ronac Art Center in Greenhills, San Juan City and in Rustan's Our Home and Habitat shops.
Source:Manila Times
March 25, 2022 19:58 UTC
Duterte hasn’t endorsed any presidential bet despite meeting with Marcos: Palace
MANILA (Philippine Daily Inquirer/Asia News Network): President Duterte has not endorsed a 2022 presidential candidate, so far, despite meeting over the weekend with former senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr.“A meeting did occur between Duterte and [former] Senator Marcos, whether or not this can be interpreted as an endorsement, of course, the President has not endorsed any candidate,” acting Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Kris Ablan said during Friday’s (March 25)Palace briefing. Duterte and Marcos met on Sunday, March 20., according to the president’s long-time aide, Senator Bong Go, who was present during the meeting. Duterte and Marcos’ meeting was “productive,” with the Chief Executive sharing his experiences and giving advice on the presidency, said Go. The meeting between Duterte and Marcos came a few days before a wing of the ruling party PDP-Laban endorsed the former senator’s presidential bid. Go said the meeting with Duterte was one of the factors that led to the PDP-Laban wing endorsement, aside from the various talks and consultations among its members.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 25, 2022 17:52 UTC
Putin playing the nuclear card
Some observers speculate that Putin is playing the nuclear card because the Russian invasion of Ukraine has not been the juggernaut it was perceived to be. And that decision could push the world to the brink of a nuclear war. In 1970, 191 countries signed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, a landmark pact meant to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons, promote cooperation in harnessing nuclear energy to peaceful uses and bringing the world closer to nuclear disarmament. Rising nuclear stockpileBut here is the staggering reality: despite the non-proliferation treaty, the global inventory of nuclear weapons remains high. As decreed by the treaty, nuclear countries must gradually reduce their stockpiles.
Source:Manila Times
March 25, 2022 11:02 UTC
Home remedies against ticks and fleas
The warm fur of cats and dogs is a perfect place for ticks and fleas to breed. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOTICKS and fleas love the soft and warm fur of dogs and cats. Here are some home remedies for ticks and fleas. FACT: Although soap may kill fleas, veterinarians say it doesn't repel them or prevent infestations. MYTH: Lemon can kill ticks and fleas.
Source:Manila Times
March 25, 2022 04:48 UTC