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April 14, 2020

UP’s EndCOV.ph Provides the Latest COVID-19 Information in the Country

UP launches EndCOV.ph⁠—an online COVID-19 tracker that monitors the current health situation in the country.

April 13, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 13, 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.

April 13, 2020

ATM on Wheels: BDO Brings Bank Services in Select Quarantine Areas

BDO Unibank continues to find ways for its bank services to be accessible in areas covered by the prevailing enhanced community quarantine.

June 02, 2022

National Geographic Introduces Digital Learning Portal for Young Explorers

NatGeo@Home is National Geographic's family-friendly digital learning hub that allows families and little explorers learn new and exciting things amid the ECQ.

April 13, 2020

DOH Simplifies Classification to Identify COVID-19 Patients

The Department of Health (DOH) released a simplified version of the classification used to identify COVID-19 patients. The newly approved classification is sorted into three identifications: suspect, probable, and confirmed.

April 12, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 12, 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.

October 23, 2020

8 Fitness Apps to Download for your Home Workout Session

Here are a few fitness apps to help you achieve your fitness goals while at home!

April 12, 2020

Learn More About Philippine History With Ayala Museum’s Online Resources

Ayala Museum's Online Resources allows you to explore the rich history of Philippine Culture while in ECQ.

April 11, 2020

UP Dentist Association Is Giving Free Dental Advice Amid ECQ

The UP Dental Alumni Association (UPDAA), through the Facebook group, connects concerned patients with UP Dentists who are willing to offer free expert advice daily

October 23, 2020

StaySafe.ph: A Helpful Emergency Response Website for COVID-19 Crisis

Leading software solutions company Multisys Technologies Corporation today launched a community-driven social distancing system via an emergency response website called StaySafe.ph.

April 08, 2020

PAL Offers Travel Voucher With Bonus Value and Unlimited Rebooking

Philippine Airlines rolls out travel voucher with bonus value and unlimited rebooking for their guests.

June 02, 2022

Kazunori Japanese Restaurant Now Delivers Japanese Dishes During ECQ

Kazunori Japanese Restaurants will let you enjoy their range of authentic Japanese dishes at home with their takeout and delivery menu!

April 10, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 10, 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.

June 02, 2022

5 Notable Filipinos Included in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2020

Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia on its fifth year, includes 5 young Filipinos from 10 different fields.

April 08, 2020

Medical Feature: Dr. Evan Glenn Vista, MD

Rheumatology and clinical immunology is a subspecialization of internal medicine dealing with the study of immunological abnormalities involved in pathogenesis or the development of disease affecting the⁠ joints, soft tissues, and autoimmune diseases.

April 09, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 9, 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.

April 09, 2020

Makati’s Elbert’s Pizzeria is Open for Takeout and Delivery Services Amid ECQ

Elbert's Pizzeria now offers takeout and delivery services while under enhanced community quarantine.

June 02, 2022

AirAsia Cancels All Flights Until April 30 Due to Extended ECQ

In light with the extended Luzon-wide Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ), AirAsia cancels all domestic and international Z2 flights until April 30, 2020.

April 27, 2020

Commission on Elections Suspends Voter Registration Until June 30

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has announced that they will be suspending once again the voter registration for the May 2022 election until June 30, 2020.

April 08, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 8, 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.