Read more about the article Who wins in House Speakership row? Not the people, critics say
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Who wins in House Speakership row? Not the people, critics say

The tussle over the leadership of the House of Representatives drew criticisms from a netizen and the opposition for the way pro-administration factions prioritized politics over people’s concerns in the pandemic.

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Read more about the article Davao City brings back curfew, liquor ban
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Davao City brings back curfew, liquor ban

The City Government of Davao is bringing back curfew hours at night and liquor ban as efforts to curb the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in the city by cutting down after-work activities and in anticipation of the holiday activities.

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Read more about the article PCIJ REPORT | Milk and the pandemic: Milk Code confusion cripples LGUs response for infants
Hazel breastfeeds her child, two-month old Pia, not their real names, inside their house in Barangay Inarawan, Antipolo City. Hazel's mother, Maryjoy Mota, posted several comments on social media asking for help in buying formula milk for her infant grandchild after the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) was enforced in March. The family's breadwinner, Ricky, lost his job as a construction worker when the ECQ began. Hazel and her boyfriend are teenage students with no jobs. With little money to buy formula milk for Pia, Maryjoy encouraged Hazel to breastfeed her infant daughter. (Photo by Buck Pago)

PCIJ REPORT | Milk and the pandemic: Milk Code confusion cripples LGUs response for infants

The indiscriminate distribution and use of breastmilk substitutes, especially during emergencies, can change feeding practices and put babies at greater risk of illness.

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