News & Current Events

FDA Allows Use of Electronic Prescription During ECQ
March 27, 2020

FDA Allows Use of Electronic Prescription During ECQ

The FDA issues Circular No. 2020-007 that allows individuals to purchase their prescriptions with the use of an electronic prescription.
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 28, 2020
March 30, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 28, 2020

To keep you in the loop on the recent COVID-19 situation in the Philippines, Philippine Primer rounded up the latest updates you need to know:
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 26, 2020
March 26, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 26, 2020

To keep you in the loop on the COVID-19 situation in the Philippines, Philippine Primer rounded up the latest updates you need to know today.
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 25, 2020
March 28, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: March 25, 2020

To keep you in the loop on the COVID-19 situation in the Philippines, Philippine Primer rounded up the latest updates you need to know today.
Starbucks Philippines Temporarily Closes All Stores Amid COVID-19
March 25, 2020

Starbucks Philippines Temporarily Closes All Stores Amid COVID-19

Starbucks Philippines temporarily closes down their stores in the Philippines amid the Enhanced Community Quarantine.
PAL Suspends All International and Domestic Flights Starting March 26
March 25, 2020

PAL Suspends All International and Domestic Flights Starting March 26

In light of the Enhanced Community Quarantine imposed by the government, Philippine Airlines (PAL) temporarily suspends all international and domestic flights arriving to and departing from Manila starting March 26, 2020 to April 14, 2020.
Bayanihan to Heal as One Act Grants Duterte Additional Powers to Address COVID-19 Crisis
March 25, 2020

Bayanihan to Heal as One Act Grants Duterte Additional Powers to Address COVID-19 Crisis

Through the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act, President Duterte is given the authority to exercise emergency powers, however, limited and subject to restrictions for the next three months unless extended by the Congress.
Safetravel.ph Allows Users to Keep Track of Metro Manila Checkpoints
March 25, 2020

Safetravel.ph Allows Users to Keep Track of Metro Manila Checkpoints

Safetravel.ph allows you to locate and keep track of checkpoints around Metro Manila amid the Luzon Lockdown.
Travel Restrictions for Inbound and Outbound Travelers Imposed Amid COVID-19
March 23, 2020

Travel Restrictions for Inbound and Outbound Travelers Imposed Amid COVID-19

Here are travel restrictions imposed by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) for both inbound and outbound travelers, foreign and local.
Laboratories That Offer COVID-19 Testing in PH
April 20, 2020

Laboratories That Offer COVID-19 Testing in PH

To hasten the testing of PUIs, the government allocated more than one testing laboratories around the country
Businesses and Services Extend Payment Deadline Amid Enhance Community Quarantine
March 20, 2020

Businesses and Services Extend Payment Deadline Amid Enhance Community Quarantine

Utility companies and businesses have extended their payment deadlines as part of their service to their customers.
2 Filipinos Hailed at the 2020 Young Global Leaders
March 20, 2020

2 Filipinos Hailed at the 2020 Young Global Leaders

More than their businesses, both Cherrie and Henry aspires to become a good example to the youth and to the nation.
What to Know About the Enhanced Comprehensive Quarantine in Luzon
May 26, 2022

What to Know About the Enhanced Comprehensive Quarantine in Luzon

In an address to the nation last March 16, Duterte strongly reminded the public to stay at home and observe strict social distancing measures.
Two Filipinas Among TIME’s 100 Women of the Year
March 18, 2020

Two Filipinas Among TIME’s 100 Women of the Year

Recognized as powerful female leaders in their respective fields, former president Corazon Aquino and Rappler CEO Maria Ressa are listed among TIME Magazine's most influential women of the century.
TBA Studios Now Lets You Stream 7 of Its Movies for Free on YouTube
May 26, 2022

TBA Studios Now Lets You Stream 7 of Its Movies for Free on YouTube

TBA Studios, an independent film company in the Philippines, just made seven of their films accessible on their YouTube channel. Yes, you can stream all of these for free!
Where to Donate Protective Equipment and Other Aid for Frontline Health Workers
March 17, 2020

Where to Donate Protective Equipment and Other Aid for Frontline Health Workers

Aside from honoring our selfless frontline medical workers, you can also help them deal with the depleting supply of masks, personal protective equipment (PPEs) and other necessities in the hospitals by donating to the following organizations.
Curfew and Temporary Mall Closures Imposed Due to COVID-19 Threat
March 16, 2020

Curfew and Temporary Mall Closures Imposed Due to COVID-19 Threat

Temporary mall closures and curfew have been imposed due to the COVID-19 threat.
15-Hour Driving Course Now Required for Student-Driver Permit Applicants
March 13, 2020

15-Hour Driving Course Now Required for Student-Driver Permit Applicants

LTO issues a Memorandum Circular that details new policies for student-driver permits, the standardization of driver's education, and regulations for driving schools.
Boracay and El Nido Earn Top Spot at Tripadvisor’s 2020 Traveler’s Choice Awards
May 26, 2022

Boracay and El Nido Earn Top Spot at Tripadvisor’s 2020 Traveler’s Choice Awards

This year, the beaches re-emerged on the list and this time, both beaches claimed spots in the top 10!
Duterte Announces Travel Restrictions and Community Quarantine in Metro Manila Amid COVID-19 Threats
May 26, 2022

Duterte Announces Travel Restrictions and Community Quarantine in Metro Manila Amid COVID-19 Threats

Recognizing the need for an inter-sectoral collaboration to manage the COVID-19 threat, the Inter-agency Task Force (IATF) was created.