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At the height of the probe on Pharmally, President Duterte issued a memorandum forbidding cabinet executives from attending investigations in the Senate. FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te weighs in on the matter. Follow Te Talks by Ted Te wherever you listen to podcasts!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

The pilot vaccination for teenagers in the Philippines is set to begin. The IATF announced that six hospitals in Metro Manila will vaccinate 15 to 17 year olds starting October. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the latest studies on COVID-19 vaccine for minors. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at askdocbandoy@gmail.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. S...

San Miguel claims the Pasig River Expressway will decongest our roads. Will it? An urban planner, a government official, and two economists weigh in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the Philippines, only those who have been convicted are prevented from running for government, but NOT those who are facing criminal charges. Why can't we just make a law barring anyone with a legal case from running? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shut all borders! Ground all planes! That was the thinking in the early days of the pandemic, as we fought an unseen enemy. When people did have to fly, they showed up in full hazmat suits. But after 18 months, we now have data that show there's little risk of catching COVID-19 in-flight--if you know what to do.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Before the Internet came along, civic education was an integral subject in school. Does it have a role in modern society?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From symptoms check apps to syndromic surveillance, Dr. DJ Bandoy shares his experience attending face-to-face classes at the University of California, Davis. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at  askdocbandoy@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've been told again and again: wash your hands to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. But for Filipinos in urban poor communities, handwashing is a luxury they can't afford. This story is a collaboration with the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism. Visit  pcij.org  for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

As Western Visayas grapples with an uptick in COVID-19 cases, local officials aren't feeling the love from the IATF. In fact, in some cases, it's the task force that's holding them back.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've talked about how the healthcare sector is a major driver of climate change. We also know what stands in the way of hospitals going green. But it  is  possible to do so, and it doesn't even have to happen all at once. In this final episode on sustainable healthcare, we look at how a hospital in Iloilo does it, from providing staff with bicycles, switching from chemical cleaning agen...

FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te, talks about what to expect in the ICC now that the Pre-trial Chamber has given the greenlight to the Office of the Prosecutor to launch a full investigation into the war on drugs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOH was given billions of pesos for the COVID response. But based on the 2020 audit report, there are discrepancies and possible overspending. Where did those funds end up going?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you're busy saving lives–while fearing for your own–you're not really thinking about segregating waste, switching the lights off when they're not in use, or planting vegetables in your hospital to lessen your carbon footprint when feeding your patients. What are the challenges that make it difficult for our hospitals to adopt environment-friendly practices? See omnystudio.com/list...

Nearly half a century later, the lessons of Martial Law are more important than ever. We take you behind the scenes of the Freedom Memorial Museum, which is being built not just to honor the past, but more importantly, shine a light on the way forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Last year, we opened classes. And we successfully ended those classes. Now we are opening another school year. Isn't that success worthy of celebration in the light of all our challenges?" Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones drew controversy when she made those remarks at the recent opening of the new school year. How fair is it to make this declaration? See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Let's talk about the ties between two of our biggest crises today: our health, and climate change. We usually associate global warming with the energy sector, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. But did you know that healthcare is a major driver of climate change, too? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than the rising trend in victim-activated improvised explosive devices, more IEDs are apparently being made from everyday household items. Fred Lubang, National Coordinator for the Philippine Campaign to Ban Landmines, explains how this trend puts civilians in rural communities at risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

It's easy to say what your priorities are, putting your money where your mouth is in another. Alin nga ba ang tunay na priority ng gobyerno para sa 2022 ayon sa proposed national budget? Usapang Econ Muna tayo with JC Punongbayan. Read more about the 2022 budget analysis in this article  https://bit.ly/2XtFK1y See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

How do aerosol particles behave in the air? And, are face shields enough to prevent the spread of COVID-19?  Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the studies. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at askdocbandoy@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly four years after the liberation of Marawi City, the Marawi Compensation Bill finally passes on third and final reading at the House of Representatives. The bill is a long-needed and decisive step towards recognizing the victims of the war in Marawi who deserve just compensation. What does it take to rehabilitate a war-torn city? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on...

Despite the influx of COVID-19 patients, private hospitals are hanging by a thread. Dr. Glenn Paraso, executive director of the Mary Johnston Hospital, explains how the drop in elective surgeries and the unsettled PhilHealth debt are causing financial distress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Von Totanes, Director of Ateneo's Rizal Library, talks about the importance of libraries, especially when so much is online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long before we troop to the polls in 2022, politicians have begun pumping big money into ads on social media. That should count as premature campaigning--and yet, it doesn't. We take a closer look at why, and how candidates are blatantly exploiting a loophole in the law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. health officials are preparing to rollout COVID-19 booster shots for adults as new variants continue to emerge. But what is the logic behind using booster shots? And should this be a priority? Dr. DJ Bandoy tells us more. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at askdocbandoy@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Dumaguete's marine biodiversity is threatened with a 174-hectare reclamation project. Petitions to stop the project have been turned down twice. What do we stand to lose? Trin Custodio of WWF Philippines and marine scientist Dr. Rene Abesamis explain the possible impact on marine life and humans alike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...