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COVID-19 pandemic exposes elderly to abuse
The WHO defines elder abuse as “a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action" that causes harm or distress to an older person
Caritas Manila gets ready for next phase of pandemic response
Father Anton Pascual of Caritas Manila said the Church is preparing for the “rehabilitation stage” to help those most affected by the pandemic
Labor group hits Philippine plan to tax online sellers
On June 10, the Bureau of Internal Revenue issued a memorandum requiring those into online selling to register and pay taxes
Cebu’s oldest parish church marks 440th anniversary
Built in 1580, the church has undergone many repairs but has kept intact a large part of the foundation and walls
Manila’s elderly asked not to volunteer in church activities
Bishop Broderick Pabillo of Manila said the elderly should make the "temporary" sacrifice for their own protection
Philippine bishop says Church ready to serve in disputed territories
Bishop Teodoro Bacani Jr., retired prelate of Novaliches, said the Philippines must assert its rights in its territories
No face-to-face classes in Philippines until COVID-19 vaccine is found
A total of 5,204,949 students have already enrolled in both public and private schools across the Philippines
Hong Kong police arrest 53 during fresh pro-democracy protests
More protests planned for coming days, with pro-democracy supporters fearing proposed national security legislation will dramatically stifle freedoms
Pope to celebrate feast of Corpus Christi in St Peter’s on...
Only a small number of people will be allowed to participate in the liturgy with the Holy Father that will be streamed live online
Church chorale sings Padre Pio’s prayer to bring hope during pandemic
A church chorale in central Luzon came together virtually for a performance of Saint Padre Pio’s prayer “Stay with me, Lord”.
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