The Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) honored three individuals whose work has contributed to dialogue, cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges between the Philippines and China during the 6th Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) held at The Manila...
Residents of a mid-rise building in Santa Cruz, Manila, were safely evacuated after a fire broke out on Friday morning, June 19. Firefighters were also seen attempting to revive a dog that had been trapped inside. Smoke was first reported at around 8:30 a.m. at the Golden Valley Building at the...
Ten outstanding youth leaders were recognized by the Manila local government for their exemplary service, leadership, and contributions to their communities, highlighting the vital role of young people in nation-building. The recognition ceremony on Thursday, June 18, was led by Vice Mayor Angela...
Paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Dr. Jose P. Rizal in the country’s struggle for freedom and nation-building, Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso led the wreath-laying ceremony at the Rizal Monument in Rizal Park on Friday, June 19, marking the national hero’s 165th birth...
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso highlighted the role of citizens in shaping a stronger and more compassionate capital by honoring outstanding individuals, institutions, and organizations during the Gawad Manileño 2026 held on Thursday, June 18, at the Metropolitan Theater. ...
Thousands of government workers, first responders, and residents across Metro Manila participated in a massive simultaneous earthquake drill on Thursday, June 18, as local government units (LGUs) and law enforcement agencies tested their preparedness for the feared "Big One". At exactly 9 a.m.,...
The body of Divine Adili, who tragically died alongside Rene Baterbonia in a drowning incident in Dipaculao, Aurora last week , is finally returning to his home in Nigeria, the Ateneo de Manila University announced Wednesday, June 17. After moving from the campus to Arlington Memorial Chapels in...
Malacañang has declared June 24, 2026, Wednesday, a special nonworking day in the City of Manila to allow residents to celebrate the capital city 's 455th founding anniversary and participate in activities marking the occasion. Under Proclamation No. 1320, signed by Acting Executive Secretary...
World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM), one of the country’s most prominent event venues, is embarking on a ₱3-billion expansion to increase capacity and meet the growing demand for international exhibitions and trade shows. WTCMM said in a statement that the investment will expand its total...
SINGAPORE — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is confident that more private-sector bidders will participate in the Philippines’ upcoming railway public-private partnership (PPP) projects as the government increasingly taps multilateral development banks (MDBs) to provide financing...
Water supply is gradually returning to the majority of affected households in Sampaloc, Manila, on Wednesday, June 17, after Maynilad Water Services Inc. successfully re-pressurized its primary distribution lines following a major leak. The unexpected service interruption hit the area after field...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced on Wednesday, June 17, the arrest of five vendors who were caught selling approximately P950,000 worth of expired food products and household merchandise inside a busy establishment at Plaza Miranda in Quiapo, Manila. Joint operatives from...
