Duterte extends ECQ to May 31, flags need to avoid virus waves

President Duterte has extended the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in the National Capital Region and other high-risk areas until May 31.

He noted that the country cannot afford any second or third waves of virus infections.

A COVID-19 response group from the University of the Philippines has pointed out errors and discrepancies in data released by the Department of Health (DOH).

Nearly 2 million poor families have yet to receive their promised cash aid despite a missed distribution deadline.

A tropical storm, 'Ambo,' is threatening the country, with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) having P1.2 billion worth of relief packs and funds on standby.

The Bicol region is now on red alert for the incoming storm.

House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano stated that hearings on the franchise of ABS-CBN do not guarantee an automatic renewal.