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Here are the latest news updates from the Philippines:
Breaking News
- The Philippine government has announced that it will be extending the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Metro Manila and other areas until April 30 to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (GMA News)
- The Department of Health (DOH) has reported 1,387 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 34,171. (Rappler)
- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched an investigation into the killing of a 17-year-old student in Quezon City, which has sparked outrage and calls for justice. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)
Top Stories
- The Philippine economy is expected to contract by 4.5% this year due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). (BusinessWorld)
- The Department of Education (DepEd) has announced that it will be implementing a new curriculum for senior high school students starting next year. (Philippine Star)
- The Philippine military has launched a new operation against communist rebels in the province of Samar. (Inquirer.net)
Sports
- The Philippine Azkals have qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers after defeating Mongolia 2-1 in their final match in the second round of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) qualifiers. (Rappler)
- The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has announced that it will be resuming its games on April 12 after a two-month hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Sports Illustrated)
Weather
- A low-pressure area (LPA) has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to parts of the country. (PAGASA)
Business
- The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has announced that it will be suspending trading on April 13 due to the observance of Holy Monday. (BusinessWorld)
- The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has announced that it will be injecting P150 billion into the economy to support businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Rappler)
These are just some of the latest news updates from the Philippines. You can stay up-to-date with the latest news by following reputable news sources such as GMA News, Rappler, and Philippine Daily Inquirer.