WASHINGTON (AP) — Flu is rising rapidly across the U.S., driven by a new variant of the virus — and cases are expected to keep growing with holiday travel. That variant, known as "subclade K," led to early outbreaks in the United Kingdom, Japan and Canada. In the U.S., flu typically begins its...
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto led the commemoration of the 129th death anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal at Plaza Rizal in Pasig City on Tuesday, Dec. 30. In a social media post, Mayor Vico Sotto humorously noted, “Akala ko last na yung kahapon, may last last event pa nga pala… RIZAL DAY,” While...
Police arrested two individuals for allegedly selling prohibited fireworks in Barangay Biñan 1st, Bocaue, Bulacan, on Monday evening, Dec. 29. According to a report from the head of the Provincial Intelligence Unit (PIU), Lt. Col. Russel Dennis E. Reburiano, a buy-bust operation was conducted in...
Police arrested a woman who allegedly posed as a nurse and kidnapped a newborn baby from Amang Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center in Marikina City. According to the Marikina Police, the incident occurred at around 11:00 p.m. on Dec. 26 but was reported the following afternoon by the hospital’s...
The Manila city government ended 2025 with improved finances, restored basic services, and a pickup in business activity after a midyear transition. In a year-end report on Tuesday, Dec. 30, Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso said the city faced immediate operational and fiscal problems,...
The Pasay City Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) advised the public to refrain from burning copper wires, tires, and other materials that produce thick smoke and pose serious threats to safety and health. Authorities said burning such materials not only endangers public health and safety but also...
The Manila Police District (MPD) has identified several persons of interest in the fatal firecracker explosion that killed a 12-year-old boy and injured another in Tondo, Manila. MPD spokesperson Police Major Philipp Ines said on Tuesday, Dec. 30, that police are now coordinating with concerned...
The Pasay Traffic and Parking Management Office (PTPMO) has advised motorists to plan their trips ahead as a portion of Taft Avenue will be temporarily closed on Dec. 31 to accommodate the expected surge of shoppers heading to the public market. According to TPMO chief Ferdinand Lee, starting 6:00...
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Tuesday, Dec. 30, led the launching of the citywide “Oplan Paalala Iwas Paputok” at the Kartilya ng Katipunan. In his message, Domagoso emphasized the duty of government personnel, even if it means personal sacrifice during the holidays....
Police arrested a man tagged as the National Capital Region’s No. 1 most wanted person in Taguig. The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) nabbed the suspect identified as alias Angel Acob or Panga, during an operation in Barangay Western Bicutan, Taguig on Dec. 28. The suspect was...
The municipal government of Binangonan reminded its residents to be on the safe side rather than be sorry in welcoming the new year. The office of Mayor Rhea Ynares said authorities have been making the rounds of public markets and stalls to check for violation of Republic Act 7183, the national...
Mayor Jeannie Sandoval encouraged Malabueños to refrain from the use of firecrackers, fireworks, and other pyrotechnic devices during the New Year celebration. The city mayor emphasized that public safety remains the city government’s top priority, while authorities are prepared to respond to...
