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Lazada daily sales up 250 pct in 2020 with e-commerce boom amid COVID-19

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 11 07:28 PM

Lazada said Friday daily sales grew by 2.5 times in 2020 on the back of e-commerce boom in the Philippines amid the stay-at-home lifestyle forced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »

As pandemic forced lockdowns, groceries, pajamas among Lazada's 2020 best sellers

Nika Lazo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 11 05:23 PM

Online commerce site Lazada saw more sales in groceries, household items, and pajama sets, as millions of Filipinos were forced to stay at home during the coronavirus health crisis. Read more »

BuCor blames prison riot on clash between rival gangs

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 11 11:58 AM

A fresh wave of fatal riots in the state penitentiary, which left at least 13 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) dead and scores wounded, appears to be a result of a clash between warring gangs, the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said Wednesday. Read more »

How to avoid dreaded ‘mask breath’

Catie Kelly, The New York Times
Updated as of Sep 14 01:21 PM

Popping mints or chewing gum are obvious answers, but both only cover odors temporarily. One actual solution, Harris said, is to treat the buildup of certain bacteria that can make breath particularly acrid.   Read more »

China records highest surge in virus cases since April

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jul 27 11:23 AM

China recorded 61 new coronavirus cases on Monday -- the highest daily figure since April -- propelled by clusters in three separate regions that have sparked fears of a fresh wave.   Read more »

Support farmers and fisherfolk while shopping in this weekend farmers’ market

ANCX
Posted at Jul 18 10:09 AM

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls launches the ‘Harvest to Goodness Weekend Market' showcases fresh produce, farm-to-table dishes, and contactless shopping  Read more »

Philippines has enough funds to fight COVID-19: Budget chief

Jessica Fenol, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 08 01:56 PM

The Philippines has enough funds in its war chest to respond, fight and mitigate the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Budget Secretary Wendel Avisado said Wednesday. Read more »

DOH to simplify COVID-19 reporting system, drops 'fresh,' 'late' tags

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jul 04 11:12 PM

MANILA - Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said the Department of Health will be using a simplified format of reporting COVID-19 cases to avoid confusion regarding statistics related to coronavirus patients. Read more »

Mass virus testing in Beijing after new cluster triggers lockdowns

Ludovic Ehret, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jun 15 09:08 AM

Beijing carried out mass testing for the coronavirus on Sunday after a new outbreak in the city that prompted travel warnings across the country amid fears of a resurgence of the disease. Read more »

An open letter to the worried

ANCX
Updated as of Jun 14 09:38 PM

We live in a world that has wandered into a war, and is now trying to fight its way into safety. Will it do us good to look to the ones who came before us for solace and guidance? By GIAN LAO Read more »

Fresh China cluster raises fears for pandemic control

Laurie Chen and Agence France-Presse bureaus
Posted at Jun 14 07:47 AM

Lockdowns were imposed in parts of Beijing on Saturday to try to prevent the spread of a new coronavirus cluster, highlighting the challenges that lie ahead even for places where outbreaks are under control.   Read more »

PH records 280 ‘fresh cases’ of COVID-19; total cases near 23,000

Kristine Sabillo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jun 09 06:04 PM

MANILA — The Department of Health reported 280 “fresh cases” of COVID-19 in the Philippines on Tuesday, with total recorded cases rising to nearly 23,000.  Read more »

Paghahanap ng trabaho hamon sa college graduates sa gitna ng pandemya

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jun 05 07:26 PM

Maituturing na malaking hamon sa mga fresh graduate sa kolehiyo ang paghahanap ng trabaho sa gitna ng coroanavirus disease 2019. (COVID-19) pandemic. Read more »

DOH racing to validate 6,800 COVID-19 cases

Kristine Sabillo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jun 01 02:01 PM

The Department of Health on Monday said it was aiming to finish the validation of 6,800 positive coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests to come up with a more accurate picture of the outbreak. Read more »

'Rolling market' ng Quezon City LGU umarangkada na

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 15 10:32 AM

Umarangkada na ngayong Miyerkoles ang rolling market ng Quezon City local government na layong ilapit ang mga paninda sa mga mamimili ngayong may enhanced community quarantine at hindi hinihikayat ang paglabas ng bahay.    Read more »

Virtual palengke is 'new normal' during coronavirus lockdown

Jessica Fenol, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Apr 10 11:43 AM

Tired of canned food and fearing constipation, Rowie Catuba clicked for a few days worth of fruits and vegetables, one of many first time online shoppers of produce during the Philippines' coronavirus lockdown. Read more »

Fruitas launches Buko juice donation drive for COVID-19 frontliners

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 19 12:47 PM

On top of its 1,000 bottles per day commitment, Fruitas will match donations pledged by consumers through its hotline, it said in a statement.  Read more »

Ortigas eats: Get your Taiwanese dessert fix at Meet Fresh

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 25 04:59 AM

Filipinos no longer need to book a flight to get a taste of traditional Taiwanese desserts.  Read more »

Mayor Isko's love advice for fresh grads: Don't be in a hurry

Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Sep 20 12:25 AM

MANILA—"Don't hurry. Use your time. Utilize it in your favor. Sayang. Enjoy." Read more »

'Adulting' tips for fresh college graduates

ING Bank
Posted at Jul 11 11:49 AM

A transition to adulthood means bigger responsibilities and riskier decisions. Here's some tips to make it easier. Read more »