One year after the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) emerged, several vaccines have been developed and are now being administered, with some undergoing final stages of human clinical trials, to protect the people and curb the spread of the disease.

Starting February 1, 2021, the Commission on Filipinos Overseas will be accepting nominations and entries to the 2021 Migration Advocacy and Media (MAM) Awards. Established in 2011, the Awards aim to recognize the significant role of the media in the promotion and advocacy of various issues on Filipino migration and development.