Here’s a Heads Up from reportr on top news stories that you need to know today, Aug. 10:
NEWS EXPLAINED
- Commuting for work can be taxing. Should your employer pay you for traveling to and from the office?
NEWS YOU CAN USE
- Meet GCash Jr., which allows kids seven to 17 years old to have their own mobile wallet.
- All international travelers are now required to register through One Health Pass as part of added safety protocols against COVID-19 and monkeypox.
- Help is here. The Quezon City government is offering free mental health medicines for those who need them.
NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Former President Fidel V. Ramos has been laid to rest, leaving behind a legacy of prolific military and public service.
- The Philippine economy grew 7.4% in the second quarter of the year, slower than the first quarter expansion.
- A House bill has been filed seeking to provide a one-time cash aid of P2,000 for all Filipinos.
- Sen. Cynthia Villar has tested positive for COVID-19, becoming the third senator to contract the coronavirus since last week.
- A UK-based Filipina actress is part of Netflix’s newest hit series “The Sandman”.
- Singer Olivia Newton-John, who rose to fame as Sandy in “Grease”, has died at the age of 73 after a three-decade bout with cancer.
- Hong Kong will cut its hotel quarantine for international arrivals as it eased its existing COVID-19 restrictions.
- Taiwan is set to hold live-fire military drills this week simulating a defense against China.
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