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Enhanced Community Quarantine Extended in Metro Manila, Other ‘High-Risk’ Provinces
April 24, 2020

Enhanced Community Quarantine Extended in Metro Manila, Other ‘High-Risk’ Provinces

The second extension of the enhanced community quarantine on Metro Manila and other high-risk areas will last until May 15 until further reevaluation of the pandemic task force.
Nishikiken Food Product Now Available for Delivery Around Makati
April 23, 2020

Nishikiken Food Product Now Available for Delivery Around Makati

Nishikiken Food Product is now open for delivery services of their selected grocery products in Makati during the enhanced community quarantine.
Manmaru Japanese Restaurant Offers Authentic Japanese Comfort Food at Home
June 02, 2022

Manmaru Japanese Restaurant Offers Authentic Japanese Comfort Food at Home

Manmaru offers authentic Japanese comfort food like no other and they are quite known for their best aged Japanese beef.
Where to Order Meat, Poultry, and Seafood Online
June 16, 2020

Where to Order Meat, Poultry, and Seafood Online

To help you fill out your freezer for meat, poultry, and seafood, we have listed down online stores you can check out!
Legazpi Sunday Market Continues Its Operation Amid ECQ
April 21, 2020

Legazpi Sunday Market Continues Its Operation Amid ECQ

Open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, shoppers can grab and purchase their kitchen needs until 11 a.m. only.
IATF Releases Full List of Authorized Persons Outside Residence
April 21, 2020

IATF Releases Full List of Authorized Persons Outside Residence

To help the public identify those who are allowed to go outside during the ECQ, the Inter-Agency Task Force–Joint Task Force Corona Virus Shield (IATF-JTF CVC) has released a full and simplified list of Authorized Persons Outside Residence (APOR) through the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 20, 2020
April 20, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 20, 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.
Rapidé Promises Expert Service for your Convenience and Time
April 20, 2020

Rapidé Promises Expert Service for your Convenience and Time

The Rapidé Way keeps its customers on track with the processes of maintenance so that when a written estimate of the cost and promised finish time of the services are provided, customers are confident that their time is valued and only required services are to be implemented.
Japan Foundation Manila Offers Free Japanese Learning Materials Online
June 02, 2022

Japan Foundation Manila Offers Free Japanese Learning Materials Online

The Japan Foundation Manila (JFM) opened up a Japanese online learning site for self-study courses on Japanese Language and culture.
MMDA To Fine Motorists Who Violate ECQ Guidelines
June 02, 2022

MMDA To Fine Motorists Who Violate ECQ Guidelines

All motorists who fail to follow the ECQ guidelines set by the authorities will face respective fines.
Unakichi Offers Delivery and Take-Out Services During ECQ
April 17, 2020

Unakichi Offers Delivery and Take-Out Services During ECQ

Now, during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), you can still enjoy their dishes at home as they offer deliveries to Makati and BGC!
Pinoy Dengue Case Predictor Mapping System Wins 2019 NASA Global Hackathon
April 17, 2020

Pinoy Dengue Case Predictor Mapping System Wins 2019 NASA Global Hackathon

CirroLytix developed a forecasting model of dengue cases with the use of climate and digital data, as well as through pinpointing possible hotspots from satellite data—the Project AEDES.
Soga Miga Korean Dining Now Accepts Takeout and Delivery Amid ECQ
June 02, 2022

Soga Miga Korean Dining Now Accepts Takeout and Delivery Amid ECQ

Soga Miga is now offering their takeout and delivery menu for customers who want to satisfy their Korean barbeque cravings even at home.
Discover the Intricacies of the Universe Through NASA at Home
April 17, 2020

Discover the Intricacies of the Universe Through NASA at Home

NASA at Home allows you to explore the universe through their virtual tours, apps and more at the comfort of your own home.
Humanitarian Sector Produces an Online StoryBook to Help Kids Cope With COVID-19
June 02, 2022

Humanitarian Sector Produces an Online StoryBook to Help Kids Cope With COVID-19

A project of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee Reference Group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings, this storybook will provide mental health and psychosocial support in emergency settings for six to 11-year old kids.
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 16, 2020
April 16, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 16, 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.
Cultural Center of the Philippines Launches Free HD Viewing of Shows
April 15, 2020

Cultural Center of the Philippines Launches Free HD Viewing of Shows

In light of the current situation, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) hopes to promote safely staying at home by launching the CCP Online
Airbnb Experiences Connects Communities Through Online Activities
April 14, 2020

Airbnb Experiences Connects Communities Through Online Activities

The home-sharing platform, Airbnb, relaunched their Online Experiences for people at home to find activities to do or learn remotely.
Metro Manila Cities Begin Mass Testing for COVID-19
April 21, 2020

Metro Manila Cities Begin Mass Testing for COVID-19

Several local governments in Metro Manila have already begun their localized targeted testing. DOH spokesperson Ma. Rosario Vergeire described this as helpful to the strategy of the national government regarding expanded or mass testing.
UP’s EndCOV.ph Provides the Latest COVID-19 Information in the Country
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.