Monthly Archives: June, 2020
Global Politics
Construction works on Pasig River bridges resume at 50% capacity
Manila, June 4 -- The construction of two bridges over Pasig River has resumed at 50 percent capacity, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said.
"On...
South Asia
Buddhist Sites Defaced In Gilgit Baltistan – India Conveys ‘Serious Concern’ To Pakistan
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs says they have communicated their concerns to Pakistan over the reported vandalism, defacement and destruction of Buddhist heritage...
Global Politics
Army reserve units play critical roles amid Covid-19
Manila, June 4 -- The Philippine Army (PA) said it will ensure that the capabilities of the Army Reserve Command (Arescom) will be preserved...
Global Politics
Cebu guv allows motorcycle ‘back-riding without fee’
Manila, June 4 -- In response to mounting clamors, Governor Gwendolyn Garcia has decided to allow back riding on motorcycles in Cebu province, provided...
India-Pakistan News
Indian Army Could Vent Out ‘Chinese Frustration’ By Attacking Pakistan – Pak Army
As India-China border standoff takes media limelight, what is being ignored is the growing tensions between Pakistan and India and Islamabad's continuous warning over...
Latest Political Updates
Warm, humid weather in Luzon, Visayas on Thursday
Manila, June 4 -- Warm and humid weather, with chances of thunderstorms especially in the afternoon or evening will be experienced over Luzon and...
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House panel okays extension of Duterte’s special powers
Manila, June 4 -- The House of Representatives Committee of the Whole on Wednesday night approved a measure to extend President Rodrigo Duterte's special...
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PBA awaits IATF nod on return to practice
Manila, June 4 -- The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is set to submit a list of guidelines regarding how teams can practice again during...
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EU: Unemployment rate rises to 6.6% in April
Manila, June 4 -- Unemployment in the EU was 6.6% in April, the bloc's statistical office announced Wednesday.
April figure was up from 6.4% in...
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Thousands protest in London for Black Lives Matter
Manila, June 4 -- Thousands of people took to the streets of London Wednesday to march in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter (BLM)...
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Another batch of stranded OFWs, LSIs return to Bacolod, NegOcc
Manila, June 3 -- More overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and locally stranded individuals (LSIs) returned home to Negros Occidental and Bacolod City from Metro...
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Anti-terrorism bill new tool for peace, security: Army
Manila, June 3 -- The Philippine Army's 3rd Infantry Division (3ID) has backed the passage of the House Bill 6875 or the proposed Anti-Terrorism...
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SAP beneficiaries in Pangasinan to get second tranche
MALASIQUI, June 3 -- Only the household beneficiaries in Pangasinan will receive the second tranche of the social amelioration program (SAP) among the provinces...
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Resort owners told to observe safety standards
Manila, June 3 -- Resort owners and other tourism stakeholders in Antique on Wednesday were reminded to strictly observe health and safety standards as...
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Iloilo town traces 200 contacts of Covid-positive councilor
Manila, June 3 -- The Contact Tracing Task Force of Igbaras town, Iloilo has identified and located all the 200 contacts of the 55-year-old...
Americas
Indian-Chinese Border Dispute Direct Result Of US’ ‘Financial Actions’ Against Beijing: Experts
The dispute between the Indian-Chinese border troops started when China objected to the construction of a road in the Galwan valley by the Indian BRO. Experts link the US angle to India-China border dispute.
Education
Jio Institute – Mukesh Ambani’s ‘Institute of Eminence’ To Revolutionize Indian Education System
Jio Institute, which will be located in Navi Mumbai was to hire university staff and complete the academic curriculum by October this year, however, experts believe that things might get delayed due to coronavirus
Health
Coronavirus In Tibet: Limited Impact Of COVID-19 In High Altitude Regions Like Tibet?
Scientists are now investigating the link between COVID-19 and high altitude regions like Tibet after a study published in the journal Respiratory Physiology and...
Middle East
After Saudi & UAE, Qatar Refuses To Invest In Key Pakistani Projects
After Saudi Arabia and UAE, Qatar has also turned its back on Pakistan’s key infrastructure projects involving the development of major airports in the...
India-Pakistan News
Amidst India-China Standoff, India-Pakistan ‘Limited War’ Over Kashmir Remains High: Experts
As India-China standoff in Ladakh grabs worldwide attention, the Indian Army continues to engage - what Delhi terms as 'Pakistan-backed militants' in Kashmir with...
