There are about 40 Filipinos who have managed to get out of Ukraine and are now awaiting repatriation back to the Philippines, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). And there could be more coming from Lviv as the war rages on in the besieged Eastern European country.

A debate organized by CNN Philippines allowed all but two of the vice presidential candidates to convey their plans and agenda should they win in the May 2022 polls. From establishing hospitals dedicated to infectious diseases, to boosting food security, and maintaining that there is nothing wrong with being President Duterte’s friend, the vice presidential bets were able to share their thoughts.

 And thanks to a party-list group solon, the intricately woven Tausug cloth called “pis syabit”, has drawn the attention and praise of a New York-based Filipino fashion designer.

These are among the top stories this Sunday morning, Feb. 27, 2022.


The area in front of the Pagadian City Hall is packed with supporters of UniTeam vice presidential bet Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022. (Liza Jocson)
  1. PH COVID-19 Update
Under 2K COVID-19 cases for 8 straight days
  • #MatalinongBoto

Presidential bets

Domagoso

Mayor Isko admits to being 'a little bit nervous' for upcoming presidential debate

Robredo

Leni, Kiko get support from teachers’ group

Vice Presidential bets

Duterte

Sara gets support of ZamboSur parties
VP bet Sara back in Mindanao; consolidates support of local execs

Ong

On political dynasties: Doc Willie Ong proposes gap in terms
VP aspirant Doc Wille Ong echoes Mayor Isko’s call to slash fuel taxes by 50%
Doc Willie Ong hits lawmakers: 'Bakit 'di nakapagpatayo ng ospital?'

Pangilinan

'Intensify sea patrols, strengthen alliances to boost West PH Sea position' — Pangilinan
'Boost food security to stop child malnutrition and stunting' — Pangilinan
Pangilinan says he is fit to fight corruption: 'I was never involved in any anomaly'
Pangilinan bats for P100-B 'ayuda' for pandemic-hit MSMEs
Pangilinan eyes agriculture portfolio in Cabinet if Robredo wins
Pangilinan on Pharmally controversy: 'Justice will be served'
Pangilinan sets sights on working with Robredo, not Marcos

Sotto

Sotto: Fight COVID-19 through treatment, prevention, prophylaxis
Sotto wants to handle these two agencies if elected VP
Nothing wrong with being Duterte’s friend, says Sotto

Senatorial bets

Waves of support for Robredo proves 'high level of trust' in her leadership — De Lima

Party-list groups

Youth-oriented party-list eyes jobs for pandemic-weary Pinoys
  • Russian invasion of Ukraine
Over 40 Filipinos flee Ukraine's capital awaiting repatriation amid Russian invasion
‘I care’: Lorenzana clarifies ‘neutral’ stance on Russia-Ukraine conflict
  • PH Coast Guard
PH Coast Guard’s largest ship arrives in PH
  • New physical and occupational therapists
PRC sets virtual oathtaking of new physical, operational therapists on Feb. 28
  • Weather Update
PAGASA warns against flash floods, landslides due to easterlies, shear line
  • Agri Corner
DA, LGUs coordinate to address swine flu, high prices of fertilizers
  • Education Corner
Adamson to resume in-person classes
  • Judiciary Corner
Duterte appoints 58 DOJ prosecutors
  1. Legislative Corner
Pro-passenger, PUV party-list joins calls to suspend fuel excise tax
Dela Rosa on leading Senate e-sabong probe: 'Hindi ako masisilaw sa pera'
'Pang-New York?': Handwoven cloth from Sulu catches int'l designer's eye, thanks to solon
Economist-solon Salceda knows how to save PH P1.4B in fuel costs daily; here's how
  1. Religious Corner
Bishop Ambo echoes Pope Francis’ appeal for prayer amid Russian invasion of Ukraine
Sangguniang Laiko holds ‘Walk for Life’
  1. Science Corner
DOST launches accelerator program for MSMEs

Source: Manila Bulletin (https://mb.com.ph/2022/02/27/mb-daily-news-update-702/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mb-daily-news-update-702)