K-pop girl group Red Velvet’s Irene, Seulgi and Wendy, and Filipino artists Zack Tabudlo, KZ Tandingan, Adie, and Ely Buendia welcomed the New Year in the Philippines with an epic show at Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig on Dec. 31. Mayor Lani Cayetano at the “NYE at the 5th: New...
CEBU CITY – A taxi driver and “habal-habal” (motorcycle-for-hire) driver are facing possible penalties after they figured in a fistfight in the middle of the road in Barangay Marigondon, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, on Monday, October 2. The incident was caught on video and has gone viral online. A...
ILIGAN CITY – The Tomas Cabili National High School topped the Kasadya street-dancing competition here on Wednesday, September 27. Thousands witnessed the annual competition in line with the feast of patron saint Michael the Archangel. Twelve contingents representing different schools danced all...
An 84-year old man, perhaps one of the oldest to sell wares at Lakeside Park in Angono, Rizal, is a "happy vendor." “Masaya akong may nakikitang tao sa labas habang ako ay nagtitinda. Masaya ang mga taong bumibili sa akin (I feel happy seeing people when I’m outside selling. The people who buy...
Nothing beats the ritual of opening a new book, holding the cover with your palms, and putting your nose in between the crisp pages (which gives off the scent of freshly baked bread). So, even with the convenience and accessibility of reading books on devices or gadgets, there are perks when...
Sidewalk vendors are no longer eyesores in Cainta, Rizal as their stalls now have a new look. Patterned after the food kiosks in Korea, the stalls have been provided by the municipal government to the sidewalk vendors for free. The kiosk which was patterned after the kiosks in Korea have been...
Puwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Party-list Rep. Migs Nograles isn't the type to turn down a stick or two of "isaw (grilled intestines)". In fact, she says it's her favorite. PBA Party-list Rep. Migs Nograles (Facebook) In a recent Facebook post, Nograles shared her love for these skewered sidewalk...
Love is definitely in the air this February as Bonifacio High Street (BHS) celebrates the season of Valentine’s through a romantic installation, serenades, and good deals for everyone—all collectively tagged as “Love and the City.” Whether with your special someone, with family or friends,...
Second-year nursing student Angyl Faith Ababat, who made headlines and went viral on social media after saving a 54-year-old street vendor whose neck was slashed by a jealous live-in partner, has a message for everyone who might face the same situation in the future. Courtesy of the University of...
ILOILO CITY -- Mayor Jerry Treñas of Iloilo City has asked the Philippine National Police (PNP) to probe the street brawl early morning of Sunday, Jan. 15, the video of which went viral. “The PNP is hereby instructed to investigate the matter and file necessary charges,” said Mayor Jerry...
The Caloocan City, through the City Social Welfare Development Department (CSWDD), conducted a reach-out operation for street dwellers in North Caloocan on Friday, Jan. 13. CSWDD deployed social workers to provide medical assistance, counseling, and hot meals to 34 individuals in Barangays 170,...
CEBU CITY — Mayor Michael Rama has banned street parties during the Sinulog Festival here on Jan. 15. RAMA Rama said prohibiting street parties is one of the safety precautions that the city is taking to ensure an “enjoyable and meaningful experience” and prevent untoward incidents during the...
