The World Bank has cited some inroads in the long-delayed Metro Manila flood control project, which is being partly funded by a loan it approved eight years ago. "The progress is moderately satisfactory with 38 pumping station construction sites and solid waste reduction activities," the...
Manila mayoral bet Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso denied criticisms that he allegedly sold multiple facilities and assets of the capital city illegally and left the city government with overwhelming debt particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. "Hindi lang talaga ako pikon sa pulitika pero...
While momentum in the nuclear energy sector is growing, Manila Electric Company (Meralco) noted that major icant progress hinges on the enactment of the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Framework Bill (PhilAtom Bill). In a briefing, Ronnie L. Aperocho, Meralco first vice president and head of...
New Naia Infra Corp. (NNIC) has issued formal notices to the owners of 27 aircraft that are left abandoned in the general aviation area of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), citing efficiency and safety concerns. In a statement, NNIC said it is in coordination with the Civil Aviation...
Fashion often plays a key role in life’s biggest moments. For their special days, women opt for gowns that look straight out of a fairy tale. Men appear dashing in tuxedos and suits while celebrating milestones. Even on birthdays, a casual look that captures one’s personal style can mark the...
A 72-year-old man died during a fire that hit a residential area on Ang Buhay Street in Barangay 595, Sta. Mesa, Manila on Friday night, May 2. The victim 's wife said her husband was drunk before going to bed that evening. When the fire broke out, his grandchild attempted to rescue him but...
More Filipino medical educators are set to receive world-class training in simulation-based medical education (SBME) through the strengthened partnership between the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the University of Adelaide in Australia. CHED and the University of Adelaide expand...
The annual trek of pilgrims from the Quiapo Church in Manila to the Antipolo Cathedral in Rizal Province was orderly and peaceful, the Rizal Police Provincial Office (Rizal PPO) said. Rizal PPO director Col. Felipe Maraggun said the Walk For Peace (traditionally called Alay Lakad) of Catholic...
Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso Manila mayoral candidate Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso denied on Wednesday, April 30, allegations of vote-buying, following the issuance of a show-cause order (SCO) by the Commission on Elections (Comelec). The order stemmed from allegations that he handed...
Protesters and police clash along Recto Avenue in Manila during Labor Day protests by various militant groups. (Photo by Altermidya) A policeman was injured when a scuffle erupted between militant groups and the police over the steel barricades placed by the police on Recto Avenue in Manila...
Firefighters respond to a 2nd alarm fire in Malate, Manila. (Photo by Malabon Filipino Chinese Volunteer Firefighters Association) Several bars were gutted by a fire that hit a commercial area along Maria Orosa corner Nakpil Street in Malate, Manila early Thursday morning, May 1. The Bureau...
Protesters march along España Boulevard going to Mendiola on Labor Day, May 1. (Photo from Altermidya) Militant groups and labor organizations rallied in Metro Manila on Labor Day, May 1, and urged the national government to certify the proposed P200 wage hike bill as urgent. The House of...
