Many POGOs were “not likely” to continue business without COVID-19 vaccine, according to BIR officials. Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) officials disclosed that a lot of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) were “not likely” to continue its business unless a COVID-19 vaccine became available and the tax rates were reduced. This, as these officials said … Read more
Typhoon Ulysses-Latest update PAGASA announced via its latest bulletin issued at 2 PM on November 11, 2020, that Typhoon Ulysses intensifies further as it continues to move closer towards the Quezon-Aurora area. It is traversing Westward at 20 km/h and has maximum sustained winds of 135 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to … Read more
NTC directed telcos to be ready for Typhoon “Ulysses” The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) on Wednesday directed all public telcos to be ready for the upcoming Typhoon “Ulysses”. In a memorandum that was signed by NTC Commissioner Gamaliel Cordoba, the National Telecommunications Commission ordered telecommunications entities to ensure that there were “sufficient number of technical … Read more
Sinas: “Ako po ay qualified.” Police Maj. Gen. Debold Sinas stressed that he’s “qualified” for being appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte as the new PNP chief. But before becoming chief of the Philippine National Police, he made headlines last May over his birthday mañanita amid the enforcement of strict lockdowns in the country due to … Read more
Imelda Papin: “Naku, grabe!” Camarines Sur Vice Governor Imelda Papin shared in an interview that she is worried about Typhoon Ulysses. On November 1, Typhoon Rolly devastated the country and one of the worst-hit areas is CamSur. When asked how Bicol has been going through after the previous typhoon, Imelda Papin said: “Naku, grabe! Ngayon, … Read more
Senator Gatchalian proposed limited face-to-face classes in areas with no reported COVID-19 transmission. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian proposed that limited face-to-face classes be allowed in areas with no reported COVID-19 transmission. This, as Gatchalian — chairman of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts, and Culture — said that he sought no reason why limited face-to-face … Read more
Storm Surge Warning In Metro Manila Due To Typhoon Ulysses STORM SURGE WARNING – Several areas around Luzon, especially Metro Manila have been warned of a potential storm surge due to Typhoon Ulysses. Following the onslaught of Typhoon Rolly, another weather disturbance approaches the Philippines. Previously, Rolly changed directions and missed Manila. This time, the … Read more
PAGASA issued flood advisories for river basins in Cagayan, Pampanga, and Bicol Region due to “Ulysses” The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) had recently issued flood advisories for river basins in Cagayan, Pampanga, and Bicol region ahead of the landfall of Tropical Storm “Ulysses”. According to PAGASA, Flood Bulletin No. 5 was … Read more
Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Offers 11.11 Seat Sale CEBU PACIFIC, AIRASIA – Two of the biggest names in Philippine consumer aviation have offered their own 11.11 seat sale that runs until November 15. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the tourism industry was severely hit. However, as quarantine restrictions lowers in Major areas of the Philippines, tourism is … Read more
Several local government units (LGUs) and schools announced a class suspension on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, due to Severe Tropical Storm Ulysses. Here are the following areas wherein classes were suspended: LGUs in Metro Manila: Parañaque City: all levels, public and private Pasig City: all levels Taguig City: kindergarten to high school LGUs in Provinces: … Read more