Once the Metro Manila Subway becomes operational, Filipinos will no longer have to pass up opportunities because of traffic and commuting woes. President Marcos said this during the groundbreaking ceremony of the two underground stations of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) in Bonifacio Global...
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd. reported a sharp decline in profit for City of Dreams Manila in the fourth quarter on the back of cooling period for the local gaming sector as it grapples with heightened competition and shifting market dynamics. Total operating revenues at Merlco’s Manila...
Manila Vice Mayor Chi Atienza is recognized as one of the “People to Watch 2026” by Rising Tigers Magazine for her commitment to inclusive leadership that champions the welfare of every Manileño. Atienza received the award during a ceremony at the Presidential Suite of The Manila Hotel on...
The Manila Police District–Jose Abad Santos Police Station (PS-7) is investigating a viral video showing a mauling incident involving two minor female students in Tondo. The incident occurred at around 7 p.m. on Feb. 11, in front of F.G. Calderon Integrated School along Hermosa corner Limay...
Senators on Thursday, February 12 backed calls to replace the Chinese ambassador in Manila after their embassy spokesperson released fresh tirades against members of the Senate, particularly Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III. Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito said Ambassador Jing...
China’s embassy in Manila urged the Philippines to speak with a “unified and constructive voice” as it blamed Filipino officials for triggering recent exchanges amid Manila’s maritime spokesman’s call for calm and professional diplomatic engagement despite tensions. Chinese Embassy...
Not everyone in Manila will be lining up for candlelit dinners or clutching bouquets on Valentine’s Day. For many single Manilenos, Feb. 14 is just another day, or an opportunity to do something entirely their own. Some are taking advantage of the city’s public spaces and attractions. The...
The Manila City Government, together with national agencies and members of the private sector, is eyeing an expanded cleanup program of Manila 's waterways as part of collective efforts in alleviating the perennial problem of flooding in the city. During an inter-agency technical working group...
The Manila Police District (MPD) has announced road closures and traffic rerouting schemes on Friday, February 13, 2026, in line with the celebration of its 125th founding anniversary. According to the advisory, road closures will take effect starting at 6 a.m. onwards. The affected area includes...
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto met with Metro Manila’s 17 mayors to discuss the implementation of the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) and align national and local development priorities. In a Facebook post, the Office of the Executive Secretary said the meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, focused...
The Philippines’ first-ever maritime affairs spokesman has urged the Chinese embassy in Manila to “be constructive in its statements” amid its escalating word war with Filipino officials. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Maritime Affairs spokesman Rogelio Villanueva on Wednesday, Feb. 11,...
Senators have rejected the Chinese Embassy in Manila’s response to the Philippine Senate’s passage of Senate Resolution No. 256 condemning the statements it made against Philippine officials and institutions defending the country’s national sovereignty and maritime rights. Senator Francis...
