coronavirus Archives

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We were this close to getting COVID-19 vaccines in January, apparently

Posted on December 17, 2020December 17, 2020
Nadine Halili

In this month’s episode of pandemic response fuck ups, we may have missed our chance to acquire a vaccine for COVID-19 by January because our very own Health Secretary Francisco…

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Struggling to make sense of your emotions? ‘Meet Yourself’ in this workshop

Posted on October 15, 2020October 15, 2020
Nadine Halili

After seven months into lockdown, we bet a lot of you have already been feeling stuck. The adjustments to the new normal have been overwhelming for most and our time…

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Dear Robert Pattinson, it’s not yet safe to make out with your boo in public

Posted on September 17, 2020September 17, 2020
Nadine Halili

Could someone please tell me why the Dark Knight himself is already out and about snogging someone in public? And after recently testing positive for COVID-19? According to a report…

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A solo trip is just what I need after the pandemic

Posted on September 14, 2020September 14, 2020
Nadine Halili

At this point, saying “I miss the outside world” sounds like the understatement of the year. If you’ve also been spending time in quarantine reminiscing about past travels, I bet…

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I never thought a COVID-19 mascot would debut as a pandemic response, but here we are

Posted on August 20, 2020April 10, 2021
Nadine Halili

The government has finally issued a new response to the pandemic and, no, it’s not an improved mass testing and contact tracing plan but a COVID-19 mascot. Earlier today, GMA…

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Did the World Health Organization just… subtweet us?

Posted on August 19, 2020August 19, 2020
Eternity Ines

Here’s the tea, sis. The Philippines has been under the longest and strictest coronavirus lockdown in the world and there’s no sign that it’s going to ease up soon. While…

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Here’s how this Filipina labor organizer keeps it together

Posted on August 15, 2020April 10, 2021
Nadine Halili

If you have the privilege of working a 9 to 5 job with stable income and benefits, you most likely have labor unions and workers’ organizations to thank for. Labor…

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This NGO is working to help mothers and infants get the most out of breastfeeding

Posted on August 10, 2020August 10, 2020
Eternity Ines

National Breastfeeding Month coincides with our fifth month of lockdown restrictions, all while the threat of the coronavirus still runs high. Save The Children Philippines, a non government organization that…

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Feeling less motivated to continue social distancing? Watch out for caution fatigue

Posted on August 3, 2020August 3, 2020
Nadine Halili

By now, we bet that you’re also sick of the different quarantine name changes and demanding proper mass testing and contact tracing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. While…

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If Metro Manila is a ‘living experiment’ then I’m a frustrated guinea pig

Posted on July 29, 2020July 29, 2020
Nadine Halili

On July 29, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque responded to a question about Metro Manila reverting back to modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) in an interview with CNN Philippines by saying…

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Hawaiian officials arrest Mika Salamanca for breaching mandatory quarantine

Posted on July 25, 2020July 25, 2020
Nadine Halili

Following reports of her breaking quarantine rules, Filipino YouTuber Mika Salamanca was arrested by Honolulu officials on July 24. According to a report by KITV4 ABC Island News, Salamanca arrived…

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Listen, toxic productivity hurts both teachers and students

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020
Zofiya Acosta

It’s a gross understatement to say that the ongoing pandemic is hurting our students. It’s an intersectional problem. There’s the financial cost of online learning—a student came forward recently about…

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How are our 57K COVID-19 cases “successfully” flattening the curve, Mr. Duque?

Posted on July 15, 2020July 15, 2020
Nadine Halili

Earlier today, Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III said that the Philippines has “successfully flattened” the COVID-19 pandemic curve and, trust me, I am with you when I…

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Selling face masks and supporting an Indigenous tribe—here’s how a fresh grad is doing it

Posted on July 12, 2020July 14, 2020
Nadine Halili

Many have taken an interest in supporting local crafts especially since the lockdown canceled trade fairs and restricted tourism which were significant platforms for the handweavers. Now that washable cloth…

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Motorcycle backriding is now allowed—but only for couples

Posted on July 9, 2020July 9, 2020
Zofiya Acosta

“The protective shield should cover past the head. It also has handles attached to its poles, said Año. Both passenger and the rider should still wear face masks and helmets,”…

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We were this close to getting COVID-19 vaccines in January, apparently

Struggling to make sense of your emotions? ‘Meet Yourself’ in this workshop

A solo trip is just what I need after the pandemic

I never thought a COVID-19 mascot would debut as a pandemic response, but here we are

Did the World Health Organization just… subtweet us?

Here’s how this Filipina labor organizer keeps it together

This NGO is working to help mothers and infants get the most out of breastfeeding

Feeling less motivated to continue social distancing? Watch out for caution fatigue

If Metro Manila is a ‘living experiment’ then I’m a frustrated guinea pig

Listen, toxic productivity hurts both teachers and students

How are our 57K COVID-19 cases “successfully” flattening the curve, Mr. Duque?

Selling face masks and supporting an Indigenous tribe—here’s how a fresh grad is doing it

Motorcycle backriding is now allowed—but only for couples

Am I the only person left on ‘i want a gf’ Twitter?

Meet the creator of Home Buddies, our fave Facebook group for home improvement

A guide to Filipinx and ending decolonization beef once and for all

QUIZ: Which SB19 member matches your vibe?

Time’s Up Ateneo wants schools to be survivor-centered when dealing with sexual harassment

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