Masks too dangerous for children under 2, Japan medical group says
TOKYO — Children under the age of two shouldn't wear masks because they can make breathing difficult and increase the risk of choking, a Japan medical group...
‘Let’s grooow’: James Reid’s role as ‘ambassador for food security,’ according to agri chief
Actor and singer-songwriter James Reid expressed his gratitude to the Department of Agriculture for choosing him to become a part of the team that will help...
‘Rude, unprofessional’: Twitterverse not pleased with Gordon’s conduct on televised interview
Sen. Richard "Dick" Gordon on Tuesday received negative criticisms after his live national television interview where his manner of answering queries was perceived to be "rude"...
‘When can OFWs return home?’: Duterte calls to prioritize COVID-19 test results of quarantined...
The national government finally heeded to the concerns of overseas Filipino workers stuck in quarantine facilities for two months despite them testing negative for...
Duterte rejects opening of classes while Vico Sotto bares initiatives for education sector
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto on Tuesday revealed his plans on how the city's youth can still pursue their education after President Rodrigo Duterte shared...
WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns
GENEVA — The World Health Organization has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on...
New Zealand’s Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV...
In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown
MANILA, May 25 — One by one, Michelle Asinto's six children take the plate of rice doused in soy sauce and eat their share...
Facing raps, Pasay councilor says sorry for berating health workers
A Pasay city councilor, who recently came under fire online for cursing at health care workers, finally apologized for his actions following possible legal repercussions...
Coronavirus may be increasing risk of stroke – doctors on the frontline witness new...
Just as Arvind was heading home after a long day as the consultant on call, his phone began to ring. It was a patient...
A heartbreaking open letter to Debold Sinas and the president about complying with quarantine...
A local independent filmmaker shared how his family sent off their late relative while obeying quarantine rules in an open letter to the president...
Here’s how to stay safe from coronavirus while buying groceries
Wear a mask, but skip the gloves. Don’t sanitize the apples. And if you are older than 65, it’s probably best to still order...
If you’re not getting enough nature during the lockdown, try bringing it indoors with...
Pandemics change everything, including the way we design buildings. After the 1918 Spanish flu and the scourge of tuberculosis, there was a push for “healthier”...
Chili paste to haircuts: Thai tourism workers improvise as virus hits travel
BANGKOK — As Thailand's tourist economy suffers a near-total shutdown from travel restrictions due to the new coronavirus, employees in the industry have been forced...
4 ways brands are reaching out to Filipinos amid COVID-19 pandemic
Twitter announced that the majority of its Filipino users prefer brands and companies to offer free services or make free versions of them during the...