Beijing Olympics countdown begins
This file photo taken on July 14, 2021 shows a light show display at the National Ski Jumping Center for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Zhangjiakou in northern China’s Hebei province. AFP FILE PHOTOBEIJING: The Beijing Winter Olympics begin one month on Tuesday with diplomatic boycotts, the coronavirus and the fate of Peng Shuai all hanging heavy over the Games. Beijing warned that the United States "will pay the price" but that did not stop Australia, Britain and Canada joining the diplomatic boycott. Omicron has already impacted the Olympics with NHL players no longer coming. "We're confident that these Games can still be scheduled safely, but we're taking it day-by-day," he told local media.
Source:Manila Times
January 03, 2022 21:39 UTC
Kun Maupay Man it Panahon: Parallels of misfortune
Kun Maupay Man it Panahon: Parallels of misfortuneWhatever else might be said about Kun Maupay Man it Panahon, whose reputation precedes it having been part of the official selection in Locarno earlier this year, the directorial feature debut of Carlo Francisco Manatad has the advantage of serendipity, opening in theaters nine days after Typhoon Odette laid waste to islands in the Visayas and Northern Mindanao. There are a number of striking scenes, lyric angles that somehow find beauty in devastation, but this is never romanticized. Although here it’s not raindrops keep falling on my head but after the deluge. Part of the sins of cinema seems to suggest, just how resilient the Filipinos should be in order for us to stop using the word resilience? Statements of profundity can be made about the parallels of misfortune, storm and contagion, not to mention latent circuses in town brewing, and makes us wonder if such things really happened in post-Yolanda Tacloban.
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 21:31 UTC
Metro Manila mayors move to arrest COVID-19 uptick, possible Omicron spread
“There are steps that are being done...While it is true that we are still in a situation that's still manageable for us, I don't want it to come to a …Read more on philstar.com
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 21:25 UTC
How parents, educators can create positive learning experience for children
But it is often forgotten that parents also play a critical role in the holistic development of a child's schooling. The webinar was presented by Globe, through its Global Filipino Teachers (GFT) program, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP). Through the session, the different types of parents were discussed by the educators. Parents experience numerous challenges when it comes to balancing their household priorities, jobs, and volunteering time for their children's schooling. She added, "We are glad to share knowledge and widen the perspective of our educators through this program, as we help them establish a better working relationship with parents for their students' well-being and learning — especially now, as we adjust to a blended learning environment."
Source:Manila Times
January 03, 2022 19:23 UTC
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Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 18:36 UTC
Mining sector getting back on track
Mining sector getting back on trackFor one, the industry continued to post gains in its production value, registering double-digit increases in the first nine months. MANILA, Philippines — The country’s mining industry had a lot to be happy about last year. More policies needed to boost industry’s potentialCOMP said more policies must be implemented to make the country’s mining industry attractive to investors. Our country has a lot of catching up to do in terms of investment attractiveness and mining policies compared to other mining jurisdictions all over the world,” he said. He said despite the potential of the country’s mining industry, the opportunity to grow it has been squandered.
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 17:47 UTC
Mark Villar facilitates distribution of relief goods to Odette victims
MANILA, Philippines — To ease the burden of victims of Typhoon Odette that struck parts of Visayas and Mindanao, former Public Works Secretary Mark Villar facilitated the distribution of relief packs consisting of sacks of rice, noodles and blankets. The former Cabinet secretary has also been providing blankets to typhoon victims to keep them warm as the typhoon occurred during the Christmas season. In giving aid to the typhoon victims, he said, we are also helping our government. Among the beneficiaries of the relief packs are the following: Bacolod City, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Negros Oriental,Tacloban City, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Western Samar, Zamboanga City, Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Butuan City, Siargao, and Surigao del Norte. Blankets were also given to typhoon victims in Iloilo City, Mandaue City, Bohol, Bukidnon, Agusan del Norte, Dinagat, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur and Surigao City.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
January 03, 2022 15:37 UTC
Driver charged in fatal San Po Kong crash to appear in court on Friday
The case of a 25-year-old man, who drove a BMW in the San Po Kong fatal crash last Friday, has been adjourned to January 7 as he was absent from court due to hospitalization. Ng was charged with one count of dangerous driving causing death in a crash on Tai Yau Street on New Year's Eve, killing 23-year-old woman Shi Wuyang and 63-year-old man Li Wing-keung. The fatal car crash happened at around 6pm on New Year’s Eve, as a yellow BMW driving along Tai Yau Street rammed a taxi before mounting onto the pavement and smashed onto the gate of a money exchange store on Tai Yau Street. Her parents who reside in Shantou, Guangdong, returned to Hong Kong via the Return2hk scheme upon learning of the tragic news. Meanwhile, Li, who worked as an electrician in San Po Kong, lived in Tong Wong House of Tong Ming Court in Tseung Kwan O alone after his mother passed away a few years ago.
Source:The Standard
January 03, 2022 12:03 UTC
Philippine factories finish 2021 strong as demand recovers
Philippine factories finish 2021 strong as demand recoversInformation provider IHS Markit reported the Philippines' purchasing managers index inched up to 51.8 in December, marking the first monthly expansion in nine months. MANILA, Philippines — Local factory output continued its nascent climb in December, finishing 2021 strong as manufacturers gear up for improved operations despite continued supply chain disruptions. British information provider IHS Markit reported the Philippines' purchasing managers’ index (PMI), a measure of manufacturing output, stood at 51.8 in December, the strongest expansion in nine months. "Supporting this was an improvement in domestic demand and a slight uptick in output, the first for nine months," said Shreeya Patel, economist at IHS Markit. Indeed, Markit reported that job shedding persisted in December, albeit at a softer pace compared to the past 22 months.
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 07:11 UTC
Fact check: Video claims Marcos already 'won' with presentation of BIR certificate
Fact check: Video claims Marcos already 'won' with presentation of BIR certificateMANILA, Philippines — Following the press conference of lawyer Vic Rodriguez, spokesperson of presidential aspirant Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., a YouTube channel released a video claiming in its title that the petition against Marcos has been dismissed. FACTS:What did the video sayThe video opened with an unknown narrator sharing the December 2021 Pulse Asia pre-elections survey where Marcos and his running-mate, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio led. The survey showed that 53% of the respondents would pick Marcos as their president and Duterte-Carpio as vice president. Screengrab by Philstar.com, January 3, 10:58 a.m.What the post left outThe video did not support its headline that stated that Marcos had already "won". Since the video was posted on YouTube, it has gained 93,709 views, 2,600 likes and 386 comments.
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 07:01 UTC
Supreme Court orders 3-day work suspension over COVID-19
Supreme Court orders 3-day work suspension over COVID-19This photo release shows the set up for the oral arguments on the anti-terrorism law petitions in February 2021, conducted following safety protocols amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo issued Memorandum No. Gesmundo said the three-day work suspension is declared for testing of all other Court personnel and disinfection of the premises. Modified work arrangementFollowing the work suspension, Gesmundo said the modified work arrangement ordered for January 3 shall instead take effect on January 6. The chief justice said the modified work arrangement and discontinuance of personal filing shall be in effect until further notice.
Source:Philippine Star
January 03, 2022 03:13 UTC
Putting diners on wanted list is ‘last resort’, government adviser says
A health expert on Monday suggested the government tighten its contact tracing methods in view of the Moon Palace Covid cluster, adding that putting diners on a wanted list is a last resort for authorities. So far five people have tested positive, including the index case of a Cathay Pacific flight attendant. The respiratory disease expert said the restaurant’s ceiling-mounted air purifiers could only purify the upper level of air, which the purifiers basically were not functioning. Meanwhile, Ho said a single case of untraceable infection could start the city’s fifth wave of Covid infections. However, he did not see a need in tightening social distancing measures or class suspension at the moment.
Source:The Standard
January 03, 2022 03:01 UTC
COVID-19 positivity rate may breach April 2021 levels in coming days — OCTA
COVID-19 positivity rate may breach April 2021 levels in coming days — OCTAFilipino shoppers flock to Quiapo in Manila City on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021 to purchase round fruits and other goods in preparation for New Year's Day celebrations. The 14.8 percent positivity rate breached the benchmark of 5 percent set by the World Health Organization for opening economies, prompting the Palace to place the NCR under Alert Level 3 from January 3 to 15. "I expect lower numbers, less than 2,000 per day, for January 2 to 3, based on lower testing volume...The peak positivity rate in the NCR was 30% on April 2, 2021. Of the total cases, 2,530 were tallied in the National Capital Region. Cavite, Rizal and Bulacan followed the capital region with 259, 163 and 114 new cases on Saturday afternoon.
Source:Philippine Star
January 02, 2022 22:57 UTC
Red alert on mental health of students
Jane CheungAn Education Bureau psychologist warned that mental illness is a key warning sign of student suicides, calling on schools to pay attention to their behavior and strengthen their mental health. "Teachers should help pupils understand that stress and unfavorable outcomes are inevitable. "During exam periods, students should have enough sleep and keep a habit of healthy activities to take care of their own mental health," she said. "We can only notice their special needs in mental health if we understand the students' personality," she wrote. "They should also remind students that they need not feel ashamed to tell others about mental health issues, such as insomnia, concentration difficulties, lower learning efficiency and mood swings.
Source:The Standard
January 02, 2022 22:24 UTC
Constantino shines in 2021 LPGT
Harmie Constantino CONTRIBUTED PHOTOTWO victories to mark a maiden Ladies Philippine Golf Tour (LPGT) campaign proved enough to net Harmie Constantino the Order of Merit (OOM) trophy, but it was her two failed title cracks that should make her tougher and stronger when the pro circuit resumes in 2022. But the challenging season belonged to Constantino, who highlighted her pro debut with a shock two-shot victory over multititled Princess Superal at Eagle Ridge-Aoki last March before play was abruptly suspended due to health concerns. I just came out there and played," said Constantino, who earned P609,750 on two wins to top the OOM derby. But it only showed that there's still a lot more to learn," she added, referring to her runner-up efforts at Riviera-Couples and Midlands. Another wave of Covid-19 cases forced the Tour to take another break, this time a long three-month hiatus.
Source:Manila Times
January 02, 2022 22:13 UTC