HEADS UP: How Many Filipinos Are Fully Vaccinated Vs. COVID-19? (May 24)

Here's a Heads Up from Reportr.World on news that you need to know today, May 24:

VACCINE NEWS

• A milestone says the government: one million Filipinos are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two doses) with a total four million doses administered. The target for herd immunity is 50 million this year.
• Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto got vaccinated against COVID-19 with a brand that’s readily available, AstraZeneca. He didn’t wait for the Pfizer jab.

POLITICS EXPLAINED

• Philippine vice presidents have a singular duty under the Constitution -- that of a spare tire. Here’s how Leni Robredo, Jejomar Binay, Noli de Castro, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Joseph Estrada defined their roles.

NEWS YOU CAN USE

• A break from this unbearable heat is coming. According to PAGASA, the wet season could come by mid-June.
• Twitter has resumed verifying accounts. Here’s how you can apply for that blue badge.

RAMON ANG ON SANDWICH SESSIONS

• The San Miguel boss faced Summit Media in a Zoom call and explained why he doesn’t want to run for public office and why he wants to clean the Pasig River.
• Ang also gave money advice during the pandemic: spend your money wisely, love your job and don’t resign to be a full-time entrepreneur because businesses are bleeding.

NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Iloilo City is back under MECQ until May 31 to cap a spike in COVID infections.
• Slots for COVID-19 vaccinations are free and anything that asks for money in exchange for one is a scam, authorities said.
• Two earthquakes were recorded yesterday in Zambales and Davao Occidental. Here’s you can stay safe in case you’re caught in one.
• The LRT-1 extension from Baclaran to Bacoor is halfway done, according to the Department of Transportation. It promises faster commuting between Metro Manila and the Cavite suburbs.