Kaycee Valmonte

Manila

Journalist @rapplerdotcom @nujp. She/her. Writes about transportation, tourism, business, and public health. Contact: [email protected].

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Articles

Kenneth Gatchalian resigns from publicly listed firms ahead of Congress stint

2 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

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Megaworld partners with Accor to improve hotel operations

3 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

MANILA, Philippines – Megaworld Corporation is working with world-renowned hospitality group Accor to improve its local hotel operations.
EXPLAINER: What is the COVID-19 Nimbus variant?

5 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

No, it’s not related to Harry Potter’s broomstick. A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, more commonly referred to as the Nimbus variant, is now making headlines as several countries report spikes in virus cases. Here’s what you need to know:The Nimbus variant, first reported in January, is a descendant of the Omicron variant.
What is the Strait of Hormuz and why is it so important for oil?

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

Iran’s top security body must make the final decision on whether to close the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian TV said on Sunday, after parliament reportedly backed the measure in response to US strikes on several of Tehran’s nuclear sites. Iran has in the past threatened to close the strait but has never followed through on the move, which would restrict trade and impact global oil prices.
Philippines calls for 'peaceful, diplomatic solution' after US targets Iran

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is calling for a “peaceful and diplomatic solution” after its treaty ally — the United States — escalated tensions in the Middle East by bombing Iran’s nuclear sites on Sunday, June 22. “We strongly urge concerned parties to take the path of diplomacy and avoid further escalation of this conflict that could threaten regional and international peace and security,” the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said in a statement.
COA: Allowances for public health workers are subject to conditions

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

MANILA, Philippines – Allowances for public health workers (PHWs) are subject to other conditions, the Commission on Audit emphasized as it affirmed with finality its January 31, 2020 decision upholding the notice of disallowance (ND) it issued to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). The ND came after PhilHealth gave its employees cash perks — hazard pay, subsistence allowance, and laundry allowance — totaling P95.462 million in 2014.
US strikes against Iran not aimed at regime change, Pentagon chief says

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

WASHINGTON, USA – The US military’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites were not a preamble to plans for regime change, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday, June 22, adding that private messages had been sent to Tehran encouraging them to negotiate. Still, Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, and said US forces were postured to defend themselves, and take action if needed.
Over 200 Filipinos in Israel request repatriation

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

MANILA, Philippines – A total of 223 Filipinos have requested repatriation amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This comes after the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) raised both Iran and Israel to Alert Level 3, implementing a voluntary repatriation of Filipinos based in the two warring countries. According to Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Cacdac, 26 have been processed for repatriation and will be on a flight to Manila on Monday, June 23. “I’ll be coming home with a group of 26.
Bahrain, Kuwait prepare for possible Iran conflict spread

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Bahrain and Kuwait, home to US bases, made preparations on Sunday, June 22, for the possibility the Iran conflict might spread to their territory, with Bahrain urging drivers to avoid main roads and Kuwait establishing shelters in a ministries complex after US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
World leaders react to US attack on Iran

6 days ago | rappler.com | Kaycee Valmonte

The reaction of world leaders after US forces struck three Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday, June 22, Iran time ranged from Israel lauding President Donald Trump‘s decision to the United Nations (UN) calling for de-escalation and Iran and some other nations condemning the attacks. “Congratulations, President Trump.