Man Utd reaches FA Cup fourth round
MANCHESTER: Ralf Rangnick admitted Manchester United (Man Utd) was far from perfect despite getting a much-needed 1-0 win over Aston Villa to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup. Interim manager Rangnick desperately needed a response to a week of unrest in the United camp that followed a dismal performance in losing 1-0 at home to Wolves. But there was little improvement in the performance despite holding out to set up a fourth round clash at home to Middlesbrough. Still a lot of things to improve but it is easier to do that with a 1-0 win." United got the start they needed to settle the nerves as Fred's perfect cross picked out McTominay to power in a downward header.
Source:Manila Times
January 11, 2022 22:12 UTC
Cathay Pacific faces 'legal action' over Hong Kong virus outbreak
(AFP)Cathay Pacific is being investigated and faces possible legal action over an Omicron variant coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong that began with the airline's employees, Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor said Tuesday. But the mainland is battling its own outbreak and appears to be in no rush to open to Hong Kong, leaving the city facing a double isolation. In a statement on Tuesday night, Cathay Pacific said it has been proudly serving Hong Kong for more than 75 years. Cathay Pacific aircrew have shown tremendous courage, resilience and professionalism as they have worked selflessly in extraordinarily demanding conditions,” it said. “More than ever, now is the time to keep working together and we will continue to work in partnership with the government and the people of Hong Kong as we do all we can to keep Hong Kong safely connected with the world.”(Staff and AFP)
Source:The Standard
January 11, 2022 20:19 UTC
Fact check: Supposed photos of 'secret meeting' between Robredo, former Comelec chief
CLAIM: Robredo supposedly met in secret with former Comelec chair Andres Bautista just nights before the 2016 elections, where she was elected vice president. FACTS: The supposed secret meeting happened at a different time, and according to those involved, was not a secret at all. READ: Robredo, Bautista: There was no 'secret meeting'"There was no such secret meeting, I attended a dinner party. There was no secret meeting whatsoever. In fact, I only had a one-sentence hello with Madame Vice President, so there was no secret meeting," Bautista said in a separate forum.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 17:13 UTC
Economic issues facing the next president
Economic issues facing the next presidentWhoever gets elected as president this May will face the following economic problems: Improve the growth performance (that is, get the economic recovery to move forward), increase employment opportunities for Filipinos, provide economic and food security for workers, improve the nation’s living standards, and more. Economic recovery. Economic recovery is an ongoing activity right now, even though setbacks and delays have complicated it. These reforms will help the next president who will now be able to wage a better effort to attract foreign investments. These achievements help to fortify the confidence that economic recovery will happen more quickly.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 17:06 UTC
Maple Gardens in North Point and Po Tin Estate in Tuen Mun locked down
Residents of Block 3 of Po Tin Estate in Tuen Mun line up to undergo compulsory testing. Residents of Block 3 of Po Tin Estate in Tuen Mun line up to undergo compulsory testing. Residents of Block 3 of Po Tin Estate in Tuen Mun line up to undergo compulsory testing. Residents in North Point must undergo compulsory testing by midnight, while those in Tuen Mun must undergo the testing by 1am Wednesday. She had been to Po Tin Estate, Kin Sang Estate and the Tuen Mun Town Center, all locations in Tuen Mun, according to the Center for Health Protection.
Source:The Standard
January 11, 2022 13:01 UTC
HK tightens travel restrictions for Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan will be added to the list of Group A specified places from Friday (Jan 14) at midnight to tighten the boarding and quarantine requirements for relevant inbound travelers. Due to the detection of Omicron cases in the country, non-Hong Kong residents who have stayed there within 21 days will not be allowed to enter Hong Kong. Hong Kong residents can only board a flight for Hong Kong if they have been fully vaccinated and hold a recognized vaccination record. Those who return from those areas must undergo compulsory quarantine at Penny's Bay on the first four days upon arrival in Hong Kong before finishing the remaining 17 days of mandatory quarantine at hotels. The 15 countries are as follows: Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Source:The Standard
January 11, 2022 10:42 UTC
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Former Fox News host Jillian Mele joins 6ABC
Former Fox News host Jillian Mele, seen here in 2017 on the set of "Fox & Friends." Read moreFormer Fox News host Jillian Mele has landed a new job back home in Philadelphia. It’s unclear when viewers will see Mele on TV — 6ABC offered no further details, and Mele could not be reached for comment. Prior to that, Mele spent seven years at NBC10, working as a news reporter, sports anchor, and traffic reporter. » READ MORE: Fox News host Jillian Mele leaves network to return to La Salle
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
January 11, 2022 09:55 UTC
Hong Kong airport to ban transit by those from high-risk nations -Bloomberg
Hong Kong’s international airport is set to ban transit by passengers from designated high-risk countries, Bloomberg News said on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. ADVERTISEMENTRELATED STORIESSubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy PolicyFor more news about the novel coronavirus click here. For more information on COVID-19, call the DOH Hotline: (02) 86517800 local 1149/1150. The Inquirer Foundation supports our healthcare frontliners and is still accepting cash donations to be deposited at Banco de Oro (BDO) current account #007960018860 or donate through PayMaya using this link .
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
January 11, 2022 09:53 UTC
Party going officials probed for misconduct as investigation shows banquet exceeds capacity limits
A probe by health authorities revealed that a Covid-19-hit birthday party last Monday attended by 13 government officials and lawmakers has exceeded the banquet venue’s capacity limit, a suspected breach of the city’s Covid rules. “Further investigation will be needed to decide if the restaurant can continue to operate,” said Lam. Meanwhile, the Chief Executive said the 14 government officials who attended the party will be investigated for misconduct, with possible disciplinary actions to follow. Last Friday, the Hong Kong leader said she would take “appropriate actions” against the relevant officials after the investigation. Secretary for the Civil Service Patrick Nip Tak-kuen will oversee the probe into two heads of department who are civil servants.
Source:The Standard
January 11, 2022 05:07 UTC
Nutritious breakfast — a must for kids
By starting with a nutritious breakfast — like this simple plate of rice, daing na bangus and tomato with banana on the side — parents can assure their kids are able to meet their daily nutritional needs. In a media roundtable, Milo brand representatives shared data-driven and research-based insights on the importance of having a nutritious breakfast. By starting with a nutritious breakfast, parents are more assured that their kids are able to meet their daily needs and are more geared up for a 'champion day' ahead. Milo continues to provide nourishing energy to Filipino children by encouraging them to champ start their day with a nutritious breakfast. "Milo remains committed to nourishing kids with the nutritious energy and inspiration to grow in sports, now even more so with the pandemic and the at-home situation now having a profound effect on kids' routines and energy.
Source:Manila Times
January 11, 2022 04:17 UTC
We need to unlock more of Omicron's secrets
It should provide the population protection that we need everywhere," the microbiologist said. Austriaco's declaration drew a sharp retort from health undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire, who cautioned against underestimating Omicron's ability to wreak havoc. Viral experts have to rely on mathematical modeling and limited studies in unlocking the variant's other secrets. The hospitalization rate is up, and so is the positivity rate. That's when people start to accept that "this is what viruses do; we just need to get on with our lives."
Source:Manila Times
January 11, 2022 03:01 UTC
Face shields, plastic barriers do little to stop COVID-19 spread — aerosol scientist
"Face shields are outdated. So face shields, basically, are useless except in a hospital," he added. Face shields are no longer required in areas under Alert Level 3 and lower. The use of face shields will be mandatory in areas under Alert Level 5. Jimenez also said that see-through plastic barriers in schools holding in-person classes and motorcycle barriers—used to supposedly prevent COVID-19 spread—actually increase transmission.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 01:29 UTC
With 33,169 new cases, DOH reports record tally for third straight day
With 33,169 new cases, DOH reports record tally for third straight dayPeople line up to receive COVID-19 vaccine at the Baseco Health Center in Tondo, Manila on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines on Monday reported a record number of COVID-19 infections for a third consecutive day, registering 33,169 additional cases. Monday’s new cases follow the previous record of 28,707 cases logged on Sunday. The new infections brought the total number of COVID-19 cases to nearly three million. There are currently 157,526 active cases, which represent 5.3% of the confirmed total infections.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 01:28 UTC
Breakthrough pandemic realizations
Gatherings of the fully vaccinated apparently aren’t safe, as Omicron’s transmissibility caused an unprecedented number of breakthrough infections, even if they were mild enough to be treated at home. Lastly, we now hear views about this being the last stretch of the pandemic. Making vaccines work in the school environment should also be given attention with youngsters aged 12 to 19 now allowed to be vaccinated. We must do better at making the new normal work for us, instead of being confined and restricted by it. The pandemic has showed us that people with co-morbidities, and those with health conditions arising from unhealthy lifestyles, are most vulnerable to the virus attacks even when fully vaccinated.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 01:20 UTC
10-month FDIs jump to $8.14 billion
10-month FDIs jump to $8.14 billionBSP Governor Benjamin Diokno said the FDI inflow almost doubled to a two-month high of $855 million in October last year from $430 million in the same month in 2020. MANILA, Philippines — The net inflow of foreign direct investments (FDIs) almost doubled in October last year, bringing the total amount of actual investments that flowed into the country to $8.14 billion from January to October last year, exceeding the revised full-year 2021 target of $8 billion. For the 10-month period, Diokno said the figure was higher than the $5.5 billion net inflow recorded in the same period in 2020. Last month, the central bank’s Monetary Board decided to raise the FDI target for 2021 to $8 billion versus the lowered $7 billion in September, and for 2022 to $8.5 billion instead of $7.5 billion. Diokno said cumulative FDI net inflows rose on the back of the 78.6 percent jump in non-residents’ net investments in debt instruments to $5.94 billion during the 10-month period of the previous year’s $3.32 billion.
Source:Philippine Star
January 11, 2022 01:18 UTC