German luxury car Mercedes-Benz has been found guilty of manipulating prices of after-car services in China but penalties are yet to be imposed.
Other News
AFP Chief guarantees protection of Philippine territories
AFP Chief of Staff Pio Catapang asked the new Western Commander to ensure the protection of Philippine territories in the West Philippine Sea.
PSEI records 14 month high
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index recorded a 14-month high in the local stock index, with a 7, 082. 75 points, an increase of .79%.
Ebola-hit countries must stop people with virus symptoms from traveling — WHO
GENEVA, Aug. 19 (PNA/ITAR-TASS) — The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday urged the authorities in countries affected by the Ebola outbreak to screen people departing at international airports, seaports and major border crossing and stop those with symptoms of the virus from leaving. “Affected countries are requested to conduct exit screening of all persons at international airports, seaports and major land crossings, for unexplained febrile illness consistent with potential Ebola infection. Any person with […]
West Africa Ebola toll passes 1,200, quarantine victims to get food – WHO
(Reuters) – Cases in West Africa’s Ebola outbreak this year have risen to 2,240, including 1,229 deaths, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday, reporting the toll in four countries including Nigeria. The WHO said it was working with the U.N.’s World Food Programme (WFP) to ensure food delivery to 1 million people living in Ebola quarantine zones in Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. “Food has been delivered to hospitalized patients and people under […]
Malacañang announces new appointees to gov’t offices
Malacañang has announced the appointment of former AFP chief Emmanuel Bautista as Undersecretary of the Office of the President.
LP, bent on pursuing charter change initiative on term limits
Despite threats of mass protests, the Liberal Party is bent on pursuing charter change, primarily to amend the presidential term.
Food poisoning in Misamis Oriental
A food poisoning incident in the province of Misamis Oriental resulted in 130 people being sent to various hospitals in the country.
Dam target water level still low
Major dams in the country still have not attained their target water levels which may mean a water crisis next year due to the El Niño.
Israel and Palestine agreed to extend ceasefire
Israel and Palestinian negotiators agreed to extend the ceasefire which is supposed to end today for another 24 hours, as they search for a more permanent ceasefire agreement.
Motorcycle rider injured in Taft Ave
A motorcycle rider was injured when he collided with a car in the traffic intersection of Taft and Ayala Avenue.
Fair weather today
Due to the high pressure area, expect fair weather ahead with isolated rain showers in the afternoon.
