From a weekend beach getaway, Mactan Island is rapidly urbanizing without losing its natural vibe, with integrated master-planned townships and the expansion of resort-style residential communities. Historically, the island is a renowned vacation spot for its top-notch beaches, rich history, and...
A fire broke out at a condominium in Barangay Bagumbayan, Quezon City, on Thursday morning, June 18, trapping about 20 residents before all were safely rescued. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the blaze started at 6:53 a.m. as a rubbish fire and escalated to third alarm as thick smoke...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is planning to expand its network of residential care facilities as increasing demand for services places pressure on existing centers nationwide. Currently, 77 center and residential care facilities (CRCFs) cater to children in conflict with...
A predawn fire gutted several houses in a residential compound in Barangay 132, Bagong Barrio, Caloocan City on Monday, May 25, leaving 15 families homeless. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the blaze broke out at 2:51 a.m. along Mariano Ponce Street and rapidly spread through the densely...
A fire struck a residential area along San Ildefonso Street, Torres Village, Barangay Nagkaisang Nayon, Novaliches, Quezon City on Thursday afternoon, May 21, 2026. Firefighters continue to battle the blaze as of this writing. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) raised the incident to first alarm...
In fulfillment of its commitment to deliver a fully integrated township, Aseana Residential Holdings Corporation (ARHC) formally inaugurated MidPark Towers, a four-tower residential development located in Aseana City. Held on May 12, the ceremony and formal turnover brought Aseana 's vision of...
The Metro Manila residential sector showed early signs of recovery in the first quarter of 2026 as condominium preselling activity sharply rebounded and unsold inventory was absorbed at a faster pace, according to property consultancy Colliers Philippines. In its latest Metro Manila residential...
A 15-year-old boy died after re-entering his home to retrieve belongings during a fire that swept through East Riverside Street in Barangay Paltok, Quezon City, on Thursday morning, May 14. The blaze escalated to fourth alarm and trapped him inside. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said in...
A fire ripped through a residential community in Quezon City early Saturday, May 9, displacing around 100 families after quickly escalating to second alarm in Barangay Bagong Pag-asa. The Bureau of Fire Protection–Quezon City said the fire broke out at 5:50 a.m. near Jetti along Road 3, Mindanao...
A 71-year-old woman suffered burns while three families were left homeless after a fire swept through a residential area along Swimming Pool Street in Barangay 177, Caloocan City on Friday night, May 1. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the fire started at around 8:36 p.m., reached first...
Flames engulfed a residential area in Brgy. Payatas A, Quezon City across Melencio M. Castelo Elementary School, Ilang-Ilang, on Thursday afternoon, April 30, 2026, quickly escalating to third alarm as fire tore through houses made of light materials. According to the Bureau of Fire...
A predawn blaze tore through NIA Road in Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City on Thursday, April 30, displacing at least 71 families and damaging 15 houses. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the fire was confirmed at 12:57 a.m. and quickly escalated, reaching the second alarm at 1:10 a.m. and...
