Philippines confirms 2,674 new coronavirus cases, 62 more deaths

Coronavirus cases in the Philippines are highest in Southeast Asia as people have largely ignored social distancing norms such as when going to church, above. (Reuters)

• Total confirmed cases in the Philippines have increased to 319,330, the highest in Southeast Asia

MANILA: The Philippines’ health ministry on Saturday reported 2,674 new coronavirus infections, the highest daily increase in five days, and 62 additional deaths.
In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed cases in the Philippines have increased to 319,330, the highest in Southeast Asia, while deaths have reached 5,678, a third of which were recorded in the past 30 days.