Gapan, Nueva Ecija Mayor Emeng Pascual announced on his Facebook Page Live post, Sunday, March 22, that he will donate 4.5 Million pesos from his savings. The savings is from his 45 months of salary as the mayor of the city. His donation will be added to the 34 Million funds of the Gapan government, which needs 16 Million pesos to give 50 kilos of rice to 34,000 houses in the … [Read more...]
A doctor died at Philippine Heart Center due to COVID-19
A 34-year-old cardiologist passed away due to COVID-19. The doctor is Dr. Israel Bactol who contracted the coronavirus in the line of duty. According to a Reddit post, "the cardiologist was infected, among others infected in the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) because their patient lied about their travel history." Dr. Bactol finished premed and medical school with … [Read more...]
Jollibee Group donates Php 100 Million worth of food to health workers
Philippines' largest food company, Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) is donating 100 million worth of food products from its brands to health workers and on-ground checkpoint personnel who are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, announced by Tony Tan Caktiong, JFC Chairman and Founder, on March 19, Thursday. JFC's social responsibility arm, Jollibee Group Foundation through … [Read more...]
Netizens laud Mayor Vico Sotto for outstanding leadership amid COVID-19
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto's name trended on Twitter, March 18, Wednesday. The first-time mayor received recognition and admiration from the Filipino netizens for his notable actions in combat the COVID-19 coronavirus.As the enhanced community quarantine imposed by the national government, Mayor Vico Sotto made sure his presence felt by the people of Pasig City. In less … [Read more...]
NBA Superstar Kevin Durant tests positive for coronavirus
NBA superstar, Brooklyn Nets’ Kevin Durant has tested positive for coronavirus, he told The Athletic and Stadium tweeted by Shams Charania, March 18. The ex-Golden State Warriors All-Star is one of the four players tested positive in Brooklyn Nets. Despite the diagnostic, Kevin Durant said he is feeling fine. "Everyone be careful, take care of yourself and quarantine. We're … [Read more...]