Windows26: HIV cases among Filipinos continue to rise, says DOH

May 17, 2024

Hi, reader! Today, we cover the rising HIV cases among Filipinos, a potential increase in electricity costs, and an expected heat index reaching 42°C to 45°C in several areas.

HIV cases among Filipinos continue to rise, says DOH

HIV or human immunodeficiency virus infection among Filipinos continues to increase, with 3,410 new cases as of March this year, the Department of Health (DOH) said Friday.

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Consumers may have to pay 10 centavos more per kWh of electricity

Consumers might need to pay more for electricity following the partial lifting of the suspension on settling transactions in the reserve power market.

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Heat index to hit 42°C to 45°C in 37 areas on May 17, says Pagasa

The heat index is seen to reach 42°C to 45°C in 37 areas nationwide on Friday, May 17.

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Global coral bleaching event expanding to new countries – scientists

The massive coral bleaching episode signaled by US authorities last month is expanding and deepening in reefs around the globe, scientists warned Thursday.

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Foreign investment commitments down sharply in Q1 2024

Committed foreign direct investments (FDI) in the country posted a sharp decline in the first quarter, which an analyst said raised concerns about the health of the investment climate amid tight financial conditions.

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EDITORIAL: A welcome, if overdue, resolution

The Ombudsman's push for graft charges against two former officials involved in the controversial Pharmally case easily recalls that old saw attributed to ancient Greek and Chinese philosophers: "The wheels of justice turn slowly, but they grind exceedingly fine."

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