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Mayor Vico Sotto gets FREE chicken forever from this restaurant

Marel Baluyos
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Mayor Vico Sotto gets FREE chicken forever from this restaurant

Apparently, there is now a new internet boyfriend in the Philippines and this is no other than the viral Pasig City Mayor, Vico Sotto.

The young mayor has been making headlines on his remarkable projects and implementations amid the COVID-19 spread.

With the Enhanced Community Quarantine being imposed in Metro Manila, his city-wide programs quick response to the needs of his people did not go unnoticed like:

  • Launching a bus shuttle for front-liners 
  • Providing 400,000 food packs
  • Converting a hotel into a quarantine facility 

Projected as a modern-day hero for some, Sotto’s actions have made a local restaurant that serves delicious fried chicken, Bad Bird took to Instagram to show their respect and support.

“This man has shown us decisive, grounded, and empathetic leadership defined by principles, not politics. And he has done this without a cheesy billboard on EDSA. 

A crisis squeezes out the true nature of a person’s humanity—and right now, we like what we’re seeing in these tough times. ”

– Bad Bird

“Mayor Vico Sotto of Pasig City, we hereby bestow upon you a lifetime supply of food from Bad Bird.  Just walk into any of our restaurants and eat and you will be treated like royalty. ”

Public service has never been about age but heart. This also goes with us. Let us all do our part in helping the world survive this pandemic.

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Bearing the weight of a loaded family name, Mayor Vico Sotto has shown us that you can defy fate and carve out your own path, one painted with kindness and strength. 💪🏼🥰 This man has shown us decisive, grounded, and empathetic leadership defined by principles, not politics. ✊🏼 And he has done this without a cheesy billboard on EDSA. 👀 A crisis squeezes out the true nature of a person's humanity—and right now, we like what we're seeing in these tough times. 🙏🏻😢 Mayor Vico Sotto of Pasig City, we hereby bestow upon you a lifetime supply of food from Bad Bird. 🍗 Just walk into any of our restaurants and eat and you will be treated like royalty. 👑🤴🏻 (PS. Not a joke.) 💯✌🏼

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COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

PAGASA declares “no summer in the Philippines”

Sarah Ladeza
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PAGASA declares “no summer in the Philippines”

The arrival of March marks the point of summer.

With the pandemic COVID-19 and the title, you’re very fortunate if you haven’t planned anything for your next summer getaway. If you do, it’s time to re-think and re-align your priorities. It’s now or never.

Having been born and raised in the Philippines, you are already aware that we only have two seasons: wet and dry. The wet season starts in June and ends in November. On the other hand, the dry season is from December to May.

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However, according to the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAG-ASA), “there is no ‘summer’ in the Philippines.” Technically speaking, we are to experience a “hot dry season.”

Sure, ‘summer’ sounds cool, but we’re not having it. So, it’s more appropriate to say “dry season.” Technically speaking, this same thing goes with saying ‘typhoons’ because we’re not having ‘cyclones’ or ‘hurricanes.’

Regardless of all the technicalities, I guess the ambiguous statement is very much appropriate to our crisis today because, we’re definitely not having summer – we are staying indoors. #TravelCanWait

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

WATCH: Matteo and Sarah Guidicelli On First On-Screen Duet

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WATCH: Matteo and Sarah Guidicelli On First On-Screen Duet

If you are one of the #AshMatt fambam, your heart must have exploded even just by reading the title.

Newly-wedded Matteo and Sarah Guidicelli joined the other stars during the ABS-CBN benefit concert yesterday, March 22. Though Sarah Geronimo-Guidecelli has been a constant performer, seeing her sing with her husband makes it more interesting and pleasing.

Sarah and Matteo, together, sang Calum Scott’s ‘You Are The Reason.’ If you think singing was enough, their gazes were great contributions to the overall performance. It was indeed a dream come true for the #AshMatt.

Mr. and Mrs. Guidicelli performed together with the wide array of Kapamilya stars during the Pantawid ng Pag-ibig campaign. Such campaign is a virtual fundraising concert of ABS-CBN to provide food and basic necessities to our kababayans.

According to ABS-CBN, they were able to raise a whopping P236M after the concert. Thank you, kababayans and to everyone who have donated.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Here’s how you can donate COVID-19 frontliners via Lazada

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Here’s how you can donate COVID-19 frontliners via Lazada

With the exponential spread of the novel corona virus, we all want to help, we all feel the need to take part but how?

Well we have here an easier way to donate, Lazada together with its advocacy partners have set up LazadaForGood, Lazada’s digital giving platform, that aims to provide assistance to our frontlines and those in need with our battle against this CoVID-19 global pandemic.

Having raised more than 2 Million pesos over the week, this platform enables consumers to give direct donations and support local communities and causes.

“We are grateful that our advocacy partners have placed their trust in Lazada. We stand together, committed to serve and empower the Filipino community in all the ways that we can. The only way to truly fight this pandemic is through our collective efforts, and as one country,”- Ray Alimurung, Lazada Philippines’ Chief Executive Officer.

They have a total of fifteen advocacy partners.

  • Philippine Red Cross
  • Kaya Natin
  • Virlanie Foundation, Inc. 
  • 2KK Tulong sa Kapwa Kapatid 
  • Caritras Manila
  • UNICEF PHILIPPINES “United Nations Children’s Fund”
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Young Focus
  • MovEd “Molding Optimism and Values Through Education” 
  • UNHCR “United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees”
  • HEro Foundation Inc.
  • WWF “World Wide Fund for Nature”
  • Tahanan ng Pagmamahal
  • HOPE
  • CCEF “Coastal Conservation & Education Foundation, Inc.”

All donations will help supply different forms of support for these organizations like PPEs and hygiene kits for Philippine Red Cross and UNICEF, food and personal care packages for street children by Virlanie Foundation and 2KK Tulong sa Kapwa Kapatid, etc.

How to access direct donations to LazadaForGood through the platform?

Note: All proceeds go directly to your chosen advocacy partner. Lazada does not benefit from any of the remittances made on the LazadaforGood Platform.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

82 new confirmed cases on March 23, the Philippines’ largest single-day increase in CoViD-19

Marel Baluyos
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82 new confirmed cases on March 23, the Philippines’ largest single-day increase in CoViD-19

The Philippines has just reached its largest single-day increase in CoVID-19 cases reported Monday, March 23, 2020.

The Department of Health recently announced 82 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus. With this, we now have a total of 462 cases within the Philippines.

This sudden rise in the confirmed COVID-19 cases is mostly due to the following factors:

  • More tests being conducted after the Philippines received thousands of test kits from various donors
  • Approved test kits through the Food and Drug administration have been increased from four to eight over the past week.
  • DOH also approved four testing laboratories, moving from the initially centralized testing at the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine

The Philippines has taken great lengths to contain the spread of the virus like Luzon being placed under “Enhanced Community Quarantine”, Cebu in a community quarantine, along with other cities, provinces and islands of the country.

Employees were encouraged to work from home, social distancing was practiced, and social gatherings were also prohibited — despite all these precautionary measures, the real number of infections in the Philippines is still not known.

With this, there is now a call to conduct mass testing to determine the extent and rate of infections in the country.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Over 100 ABS-CBN Stars in a Digital Benefit Concert amid COVID-19 tonight, March 22

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Over 100 ABS-CBN Stars in a Digital Benefit Concert amid COVID-19 tonight, March 22

Considering how the COVID-19 pandemic has damaged us immensely, we should be happy to know that ABS-CBN stars are making a difference by doing what they do best – performing.

Over 100 Kapamilya stars will be staging tonight, March 22 at 7PM – from their respective homes. This benefit concert dubbed as “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig: At-Home Together Concert” will also be a fund-raising program to provide food and basic necessities to the Filipinos who are unable to make ends meet during this global crisis.

The “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig” digital benefit concert is in partnership with the local government officials in Metro Manila and other private companies.

For everyone who will be enjoying the concert at the comforts of our homes, we are encouraged to donate any amount we can for our less-privileged kababayans. The 17 mayors in Metro Manila will be spearheading the preparation and distribution of these packages.

You can watch and enjoy the digital concert on:

  • ABS-CBN
  • ABS-CBN S+A
  • ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC)
  • MYX
  • DZMM Teleradyo
  • DZMM Radyo Patrol 630
  • MOR 101.9
  • TFC
  • ABS-CBN Official Youtube Channels and FB Pages
  • iWant

You can donate to the ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. Sagip Kapamilya bank accounts:

  • BPI Peso account 3051-11-55-88
  • Metrobank Peso account 636-3-636-08808-1
  • BDO Peso account 0039301-14199
  • Philippine National Bank Peso account 1263-7000-4128
  • BDO Dollar account 1039300-81622

Though not everyone has more than enough to donate, we  could still help through spreading this news so more privileged individuals would know and our kababayans would receive more help. Nonetheless, may we all enjoy this benefit concert and stay indoors.

Cebu local store donates 2,000+ face masks to Cebuanos

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Cebu local store donates 2,000+ face masks to Cebuanos

COVID-19 mask shortages leave people with makeshift solutions.

One concrete example is RHIPSTOP, a passion project inspired by the Cebuano culture. Aptly inspired by our culture, Rhipstop has decided to give back to the community.

With the lack of proper masks to aid the Cebuanos in fighting the virus, Rhipstop has been sewing more than 2000 face masks to not put Cebuanos’ lives at risk.

Rhipstop has been going around the metro giving energy drinks, ethyl alcohol, and cotton masks to the Cebuanos who couldn’t work from home, especially our frontliners.

It’s elating to know that these local businesses have also contributed to help flatten the curve. You too can help. Today, right now. You can do something to help others. People of all ages and walks of life are diving in to make a difference.

Stay indoors to help lessen the spread of the virus. Unless necessary, stay with your family in your humble abode. Keep yourselves safe from this pandemic. Save the world.

Photos from the RHIPSTOP Facebook Page

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Foreigners banned from entering the Philippines starting on March 22

Marel Baluyos
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Foreigners banned from entering the Philippines starting on March 22

As of March 22, foreigners will be temporarily banned from entering the Philippines. This is according to the Department of Transportation last March 20.

This extra precaution to limit the entry and exit to and from the Philippines is in line with the combat to the spread of the global pandemic that is CoVID-19. 

The exemptions were stated by DOTr, citing a circular from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

Exempted/Allowed entry are:

  • Overseas Filipino workers 
  • Philippine passport holders
  • Foreign spouses of Filipino citizens with proof
  • Foreign government officials
  • International organization officials accredited by Manila
  • OFWs, balikbayans, and foreign nationals leaving for abroad

Banned:

  • Foreigners entering the Philippines
  • Filipinos departing the country for leisure

Luzon and other areas in Visayas and Mindanao were already placed under community quarantines and travel bans.

They have also released statements regarding the activities in the airport.

“Only 1 person is allowed to bring or fetch a passenger to the airport,” the Transportation department said.

“The driver should carry with him or her a copy of the airline ticket of the passenger as proof of conveyance” and “depart immediately after picking up or dropping off” an arriving or departing said person, the agency said.

From Lapu-Lapu City Government – Chan Administration

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Homeless Manileños provided with food and shelter amid COVID-19 spread

Marel Baluyos
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Homeless Manileños provided with food and shelter amid COVID-19 spread

A simple act of kindness will go a long way. 

Offering assistance in this time of crisis, the city’s Department of Social Welfare scoured the streets of Ermita, Malate, Kalaw, Pedro Gil, Taft, Roxas Blvd., Service Road at Baywalk to rescue street dwellers, families, youth, and the elderlies. 

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This is upon the directive of Manila Mayor Isko Moreno and Vice Mayor Honey Lacuna, in relation to the strict implemantion of the enhanced community quarantine in Manila. 

The rescued street dwellers were given food, shelter and medicine. They also have individual modular tents as sleeping areas provided by the local government at the Delpan Sports Complex in Manila. 

“Regular na rasyon din ng pagkain ang natatanggap ng bawat evacuee sa agahan, tanghalian at hapunan. Mayroon ding kani-kaniyang hygiene kit at face masks,”

“…22 rito ay Manileno, 72 ang tiga ibang lungsod at 51 na walang permanenteng tirahan”

– Manila Public Information Office

Housing these 145 evacuees (as of March 21), is an effective way to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and a great way to cement our faith in humanity.

We are all in this together no matter the class, the house and the race.

“Kapag panahon ng kalamidad hindi tayo pwedeng pumili ng tao. Kahit hindi tiga-Maynila, tumutulong tayo. Sa totoo lang, mas marami ang hindi tiga-Maynila pero hindi natin sila p’wedeng pabayaan,”

-Dir. Re Fugoso, MDSW director
Photos from the Manila Public Information Office Facebook Page

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

How to do self-quarantine for 14 days the right way

Marel Baluyos
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How to do self-quarantine for 14 days the right way

“Self-Quarantine” is a way to separate yourself from others especially if there is a possibility of you being exposed to the novel coronavirus or you are showing COVID-19 symptoms.

This quarantine will last for the term of the virus’s incubation period of 14 days where you will be observed and monitored.

We already have the hotlines and emergency lines for our inquiries on such cases and we have established that self-quarantine is the best way to deal with this pandemic.

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So, if you are showing symptoms, had travel history or had a possible contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, we have here a list on how to properly do a self-quarantine.

  1. Keep to yourself. Stay away from all the people in your home. (have a separate room and bathroom if possible)
  2. Proper hygiene: Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough/sneeze and dispose it immediately; wash your hands with soap and water while singing to a tune or for at least 20 seconds; or if not, you can sanitize with a 70% alcohol.
  3. If you have questions regarding your medical needs and attention, call the hotlines and inquiry lines in Cebu to ensure that you are doing the right and safe actions.
  4. Wear a face mask around other people. (ex. Interaction at home, Trip to the hospital)
  5. Do not share drinking cups, eating utensils, towels or even bedding. Wash them with soap thoroughly after using.
  6. Don’t invite guests into your home unless absolutely necessary.
  7. Clean and sanitize all the house surfaces daily using a household cleaner, diluted Zonrox or Lysol. (ex. counters, chairs, tables, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards)
  8. More importantly, clean and sanitize any surface that can possibly be contaminated with blood, stool or any bodily fluids. 
  9. Have a proper ventilation. Your home should have good airflow. (ex. Open windows) 
  10. Be aware and monitor your symptoms. Immediately call a health care provider if it gets worse like starting to have difficulty in breathing.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

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